Update: Mayor Tom Arceneaux Hospitalized for Treatment of Bacterial Pneumonia 

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux was attending the Shreveport City Council meeting on Tuesday when he began coughing enough to where he had to leave the meeting. Fire Department personnel were in the lobby and administered care. 

The mayor was then transported to the hospital for treatment of bacterial pneumonia.  

Mayor Arceneaux told KEEL News from his hospital room on Wednesday "I'm doing very well and hoped to go home today."

  Arceneaux also said:

“I had hoped to continue working through my illness in order to attend Tuesday’s City Council meeting,” said Mayor Arceneaux. “However, after developing a fever, my physicians recommended a short hospital stay for observation and recovery.” 

Mayor Arceneaux reported that he has responded exceptionally well to the treatment he has received. His doctors are encouraged by his progress but have advised that he take additional time to rest and fully recover before returning to his normal schedule. 

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“I remain in good spirits and in close contact with my staff, continuing to oversee City operations as needed,” the Mayor added. “I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the members of the Shreveport City Council for their flexibility and support during this week’s meeting. Their flexibility and cooperation reflect the spirit of teamwork that keeps our city moving forward.” 

“I’m deeply grateful for the outpouring of love and support from the people of Shreveport. Your encouragement means more to me than I can express, and it’s been a great source of strength as I recover.” 

“I look forward to returning to the office soon and continuing our work on behalf of the people of Shreveport,” the Mayor said. 

Statement from Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor 

“On behalf of the City Council, we continue to keep Mayor Arceneaux in our thoughts and prayers as he recovers,” said Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor. “The Council remains committed to working closely with the Mayor and his administration to serve the residents of Shreveport effectively and keep our city moving forward.”