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Town of Campti

Town of
Campti
on the map of Natchitoches Parish



Population: 929
Mayor:
Joyce A. Roberson (D)
(318) 476-3476


Clerk:
Catherine Murphy
(318) 476-3321
P. O. Box 216
Campti, LA 71411


Chief of Police:
Malcolm Edmunds (D)




Natchitoches
Parish Info


When French settlers first came to the area there was a Natchitoches Indian chief Campti known for his leadership and friendliness by all the Indians and settlers. The red dirt mound upon which he had lived became the center of this town. Campti is believed to be derived from the French name Compte.

Type of Government: Mayor and Bd. of Alderman (5) Lawrason Act
Police: 1 officer / 2 patrol cars.
Fire Department: 15 volunteers/1 truck
Fire Rating: 8 in city.
Health Care: City of Natchitoches
Recreation: Christmas Gala Festival/Historical Houses.

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