In this episode of FUELED: A Fenstermaker Podcast, we sit down with Mayor Jan-Scott Richard of Scott, Louisiana—a fourth-term mayor whose steady leadership has helped guide one of the state’s fastest-growing cities through a period of rapid, intentional development.

Known for his quiet conviction and strategic mindset, Mayor Richard discusses the city’s approach to long-term planning, including key initiatives like the Apollo Road corridor, a nationally recognized Drainage Improvement Plan, and the buildout of critical infrastructure guided by Scott’s 2023 Master Plan.

From navigating funding mechanisms to building public-private partnerships, Mayor Richard offers insight into what it takes to move complex projects from concept to concrete—while staying rooted in the values of community, identity, and livability.

Part of our Season 5 theme, Leading Louisiana: Concrete & Character, this episode highlights the power of local leadership grounded in clarity, collaboration, and vision.