City Of Shreveport Communications Director To Take Similar Job With Louisiana Democratic Party

From the City of Shreveport:

January 8, 2021

City of Shreveport Communications Director Benjamin Riggs has accepted the Director of Communications position for the Louisiana Democratic Party. He notified Mayor Adrian Perkins of his decision on January 6, 2021.

Riggs will remain at his current post through January 29, 2021 to bring any ongoing projects to a
conclusion and assist with the transition.

“Ben has been more than a team member for my administration, but a family
member. He worked diligently to keep our citizens informed, throughout crisis after
crisis with a sense of unwavering integrity and duty to the City of Shreveport,” said
Mayor Perkins. “We will miss him, but we are excited about the opportunities
ahead for him and his family.”

Mayor Adrian Perkins appointed Riggs when he took office on December 29, 2018.

“This is a bitter-sweet moment. I am grateful to have served my hometown and
Mayor Perkins over the past two years,” said Riggs. “Working alongside the
dedicated professionals at the City of Shreveport was an honor, and I am proud of
everything we have accomplished. I am also excited about this next chapter with
the Democratic Party.”

Applicants who wish to be considered for the Communications Director position
should submit their resumes to Africa.Price@ShreveportLa.gov by January 15,
2021.

This press release was produced by the City of Shreveport. The views expressed are the author's own.