We are applying to the Alcoholic Beverage Commission of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of low and high alcoholic content at retail at the following address: Permit to be issued to: Casa Marias of Leesville LLC dba Marias Cocina Mexicana, 11275 Colony Blvd, in the city of New Llano in the parish of Vernon in the state of Louisiana. Jose A Chavez LLC Member Petition of Opposition should be made in writing in accordance with L.R.S. title 26, Section 85 and 283. Oct 9, 16 2t 2139220 Notice Cost- $75.00

RESOLUTION #15 OF 2026 WHEREAS, Louisiana State Law, R.S. 48:753, authorizes the parish governing authority, upon request of a municipality within the parish, to perform road repair maintenance within the municipality, and WHEREAS, each road maintenance project is initiated only upon request of the municipality, therefore BY RESOLUTION, by the Mayor and Council (Aldermen) of the Town of Rosepine, Louisiana, that we respectfully request the Vernon Parish Police Jury to perform monthly maintenance on the streets inside the town limits of Rosepine, such as, boom mowing, pot hole repairs, and ditching for the month of October 2026. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Vernon Parish Police Jury, along with a map of the municipality on which the location of all public roads and streets has been indicated. It is understood and agreed that the police jury can refuse to provide maintenance on any street or road indicated on said map if such road or street does not serve a clearly defined public need. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that except for negligent acts of the parish, its agents, and employees, this council shall assume all liabilities for and save the parish, its agents, and employees, harmless from any and all claims for damages, actions, or causes of action arising out of the work done as a result of this request. On a roll call vote, the above-mentioned resolution was adopted by the following vote: YEAS: Damon Johnson, BJ Bjornberg, Jessica Shell, Leonard Johnson NAYS: None ABSTAINED: None ABSENT: Jeff Solinsky WHEREUPON, the resolution was declared adopted on this 22nd day of September, 2026. BY: Donna W. Duvall, Mayor Oct 9 1t 2139109 Notice Cost- $60.49

MINUTES TOWN OF ROSEPINE REGULAR RESCHEDULED MEETING HELD AT TOWN HALL 18846 JOHNNY B. HALL MEMORIAL HWY ROSEPINE, LA 70659 SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 12:00 PM Item #1 Mayor Donna Duvall called the meeting to order. Item #2 Invocation was given by Alderman Leonard Johnson. Item #3 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Item #4 Officials present were Mayor Donna Duvall, Aldermen BJ Bjornberg, Jessica Shell, Damon Johnson, Leonard Johnson, Town Clerk Melissa Numbers, and Chief of Police Delbert Keel. Alderman Solinsky was absent. Item #5 Alderman Bjornberg made a motion, and Alderman Damon Johnson seconded, to accept the minutes as presented from the August 7, 2026 special meeting and August 18, 2026 regular meeting. All Is. Item #6 Mayor Duvall welcomed everyone and stated she had no further comments. Item #7 Chief Keel informed the board that he had two officers in the police academy, that the department was short-handed, and that it was doing the best it could with the staff it has. The board briefly discussed ongoing school traffic issues. Chief Keel said he would follow up on them. Chief Keel was questioned about the breakdown of expenses for the police units he was supposed to supply at this meeting. The chief stated that he would provide it to them. He was also asked whether they had purchased the one unit already in the budget, and he said they hadnt yet, but the assistant chief was looking into it. Item #8 A motion was made by Alderman Damon Johnson and seconded by Alderwoman Shell to accept the financial reports ending August 31, 2026, as presented. All Is. Item #9 Mayor Duvall gave an update on actions taken on issues within the town, stating that progress had been made. Susan Marr stated that she had seen the progress and she appreciated it. Alderman Damon Johnson requested that copies of the property complaint letters be sent to the aldermen as well as the property owner. Item #10 Alderman Damon Johnson made a motion, seconded by Alderwoman Shell, to adopt Resolution #15 of 2026 (Vernon Parish Police Jury Resolution for October 2026), with no additions. All Is. Item #11 Mayor Duvall opened a public hearing concerning Ordinance #5 OF 2026 (RESTRICTED PARKING IN FRONT OF AND OR NEAR SCHOOLS DURING CERTAIN TIME PERIODS). No one commented, and the public hearing was closed. Item #12 Alderman Bjornberg made a motion to adopt Ordinance #5 of 2026. Seconded by Alderman Leonard Johnson. All Is by roll call vote. Item #13 Mayor Duvall opened a public hearing concerning Ordinance #6 of 2026 (AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT AN AMENDED OPERATING BUDGET OF REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026). Susan Marr questioned where she could find the amended budget. Mayor Duvall informed her. No one else commented, and the public hearing was closed. Item #14 Alderwoman Shell made a motion that was seconded by Alderman Damon Johnson to adopt Ordinance #6 of 2026. All Is by roll call vote. Item #15 Mayor Duvall stated that Windham & Reed L.L.C. would not be able to conduct the FY 2025 2026 audit. She then gave the floor to Steven Kimball of Rozier McKay & Willis CPA, who presented a proposal to the board. Mr. Kimball provided information about the CPA firm. a brief discussion was held, and it was stated that there was a substantial price difference between the two proposals received. Alderman Bjornberg then made a motion, seconded by Alderman Damon Johnson, to appoint Gragson, Casiday & Guillory, L.L.P. as the auditors for the FY 2025 2026 audit. All Is. Item #16 With no further business, Alderman Damon Johnson moved to adjourn. No objections. Melissa Numbers, Town Clerk Donna W. Duvall, Mayor Oct 9 1t 2139099 Notice Cost- $115.57

WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Annaleigh Brister, please contact Christopher M. Sylvia, Attorney at Law, Post Office Box 186, Many, Louisiana 71449, (318) 431-5009. Oct 2, 9 2t 2138552 Notice Cost- $31.50

**PUBLIC NOTICE** VERNON PARISH JURY COMMISSION MEETING The Vernon Parish Jury Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. in the office of the Clerk of Court, Judicial Building, 215 S. 4th Street, Leesville, Louisiana for the purpose of drawing a civil and criminal jury venire list. This notice is in accordance with R.S. 39:1309. The public is invited to attend. Jeffery K. Skidmore Vernon Parish Clerk of Court Oct 9 1t 2132329 Notice Cost- $28.36

SHERIFFS SALE 21ST MORTGAGE CORPORATION vs 106817C CARL LUTHER THOMPSON THIRTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT VERNON PARISH SHERIFF STATE OF LOUISIANA BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE, ISSUED IN THE ABOVE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED CAUSE AND TO ME DIRECTED, I HAVE SEIZED AND WILL PROCEED TO SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION, TO THE LAST AND HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, ONLINE AT BID4ASSETS.COM, ON WEDNESDAY 21ST OF OCTOBER 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCKA.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATEDIN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: 2017 RIVER BURCH 16X76 MOBILE HOME BEARING SERIAL NUMBER SRB20135AL SAID PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AS BELONGING TO THE ABOVE DEFENDANT, TO SATISFY THIS WRIT TOGETHER WITH ATTORNEYS FEES, INTEREST AND ALL COSTS OF SUIT. JOHNS. CRAFT SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA Oct 9 1t 2132188 Notice Cost- $46.72

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR SESSION HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 AT 5:30 OCLOCK P.M. The Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana met in Regular Session at its meeting place, the Council Chambers, located at City Hall, 200 South Jefferson Street, DeRidder, Louisiana on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:30 oclock p.m. President Randy Larken called the meeting to order, President Larken led the Invocation and Councilmember Labue led the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called by the Clerk as follows: Councilmember Marcello, Councilmember Hooper, Councilmember Godfrey, Councilmember Woods, Councilmember Spikes, Councilmember Labue and President Randy Larken. With all Councilmembers present, a quorum was established. Also present were Ashley Nuss, Council Clerk; Shane Williams, City Attorney and Lonnie Gabriel, Acting Mayor. 5. Visitors Docket. Sarah Stanton spoke about the drainage and flooding issues near her fathers home over the last few years. She spoke about her urgent request to have action taken in the next six weeks before it becomes too wet to get equipment there. 6. AMENDMENTS TO THE DOCKET President Randy Larken announced the need to remove item 13.A.1 (AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE TO BILLIES WAG-A-BAG, LLC TO ALLOW THEIR CONVENIENCE STORE TO SELL PACKAGED ALCOHOL PRODUCTS ON PROPERTY INDENTIFIED BY BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 0337779481, WHICH IS LESS THAN 300 FEET FROM THE PROPERTY LINE OF GRACE CHURCH OF DERIDDER ON 1012 W. 1ST STREET IN DERIDDER, LOUISIANA; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.) and item 13.A.2. (AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE TO BROOKSHIRE BROTHERS, LTD. TO ALLOW THEIR GROCERY STORE TO SELL PACKAGED ALCOHOL PRODUCTS ON PROPERTY INDENTIFIED BY BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 0336010472, WHICH IS LESS THAN 300 FEET FROM THE PROPERTY LINE OF GRACE CHURCH OF DERIDDER ON 1012 W. 1ST STREET IN DERIDDER, LOUISIANA; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.) Councilmember Hooper moved for item 13.A.1. to be removed and Councilmember Spikes offered a second. The motion to remove having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper; Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion to remove item 13.A.1. having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and was removed. Councilmember Spikes moved for item 13.A.2 to be removed and councilmember Godfrey offered a second. The motion to remove having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper; Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion to remove item 13.A.2. having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and was removed. 7. Adoption of Minutes. President Randy Larken announced that the September 14, 2026, regular meeting minutes have been distributed and there being no corrections, the minutes were approved by the Council. 10. RATIFICATION of APPOINTMENTS- Councilmember Woods made a motion to ratify the mayoral appointments of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Councilmember Godfrey offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember; Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion having been approved, the Council ratified the appointments of Tranquil Crosby and Samuel Lewis to the mayoral appointments of the Planning and Zoning Commission. 12. RESOLUTIONS A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF CAREY MCDONALD TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Godfrey made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Woods offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember; Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2026-13 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-13 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF CAREY MCDONALD TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Carey McDonald to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Carey McDonald to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Carey McDonald to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL B. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF LESLIE LEAVOY, JR. TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Hooper made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Marcello offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2025-14 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF LESLIE LEAVOY, JR. TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Leslie Leavoy, Jr. to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Leslie Leavoy, Jr. to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Leslie Leavoy, Jr. to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF SUSAN SLOVER TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Hooper made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Godfrey offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2026-15 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-15 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF SUSAN SLOVER TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Susan Slover to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Susan Slover to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Susan Slover to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF THURMON BUCKLEY TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Labue made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Spikes offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2026-16 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF THURMON BUCKLEY TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Thurmon Buckley to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Thurmon Buckley to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Thurmon Buckley to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL E A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF VANILLA SANDERS TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Spikes made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Godfrey offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2026-17 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF VANILLA SANDERS TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Vanilla Sanders to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Vanilla Sanders to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Vanilla Sanders to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL F. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF JERRY SHIRLEY TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. The Resolution was read by Mr. Williams. There were no questions or comments from the public or remarks from the Council. Councilmember Hooper made the motion to adopt the Resolution as read and Councilmember Marcello offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Vincent Labue and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The Resolution having been unanimously approved, it was adopted by the Council and became Resolution R-2026-18 as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-18 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA CONFIRMING THE MAYORS APPOINTMENT OF JERRY SHIRLEY TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER RECREATION CENTER BOARD; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) recognizes the importance of providing quality recreational programs, facilities, and opportunities for the citizens of the City of DeRidder; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board serves an important role in supporting and promoting the recreational interests and activities of the City; and WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of DeRidder has appointed Jerry Shirley to serve as a member of the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to formally confirm the Mayors appointment of Jerry Shirley to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the City, desires to formally recognize and confirm the Mayors appointment of Jerry Shirley to the City of DeRidder Recreation Center Board. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana sitting in Regular Session duly convened in the Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 13. ORDINANCES A. Introductions. 1. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIANCE TO BRANDON ROUSH TO ALLOW A RESTAURANT THAT WILL SELL ALCOHOL TO BE BUILT ON PROPERTY INDENTIFIED BY BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 0337042050 AND BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 0337347502A, WHICH IS LESS THAN 300 FEET FROM THE PROPERTY LINE OF FIRST UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF DERIDDERS ACTIVITIES BUILDING ON 120 MAHLON STREET IN DERIDDER, LOUISIANA; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. Councilmember Marcello made the motion to introduce the above-entitled Ordinance as read by Mr. Williams and Councilmember Hooper offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Spikes, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: Councilmember Monte Woods. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion having been approved, the Ordinance was introduced and set for a public hearing in Regular Session on Monday October 26, 2026 at 5:30 oclock p.m. 13. ORDINANCES B. Public Hearings. 1. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF DERIDDER, THROUGH ITS MAYOR, TO ENTER INTO A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH DOWDY LAWN & HARDSCAPING FOR THE PURPOSE OF FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES OF THE WEST PARK BASEBALL FIELDS AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. The title of the Ordinance was read by Mr. Williams. President Randy Larken opened the public hearing and there were no public comments. Councilmember Hooper made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilmember Labue offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember John Marcello; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Billy Spikes, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: Councilmember Monte Woods and Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion having been majority approved, the Ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. O-2026-52; Charter Series, as follows: ORDINANCE NO. O-2026-52 CHARTER SERIES AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF DERIDDER, THROUGH ITS MAYOR, TO ENTER INTO A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH DOWDY LAWN & HARDSCAPING FOR THE PURPOSE OF FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES OF THE WEST PARK BASEBALL FIELDS AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder (City), owns the premises commonly referred to as West Park in DeRidder, which said park includes baseball fields; and WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder is obligated to provide recreation to its youth; and WHEREAS, the baseball fields require maintenance services, including league time mowing, offseason mowing, infield skin edging, weed spot treatment, seeding with rye grass and fertilizer in the fall season to maintain the appearance of the fields during off season; and WHEREAS, City does hereby find it necessary to enter into a service agreement for the field maintenance services of the baseball fields in West Park; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeRidder desires to enter into a Service Agreement with Dowdy Lawn & Hardscaping for the said maintenance, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of DeRidder authorizes the City of DeRidder, through its Mayor, to enter into the Service Agreement forming Exhibit A hereto with Dowdy Lawn & Hardscaping for the purpose of field maintenance services of the West Park baseball fields. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, be and the same are hereby repealed. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder in Regular Session duly convened in Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 2. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF DERIDDER THROUGH ITS MAYOR, TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH BEAUREGARD CHRISTIAN WOMENS JOB CORPS FOR PURPOSE OF OCCUPYING OFFICE AND CLASSROOM SPACE IN THE PREMISES COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE FIRST STREET SCHOOL; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. The title of the Ordinance was read by Mr. Williams. President Randy Larken opened the public hearing and there were no public comments. Councilmember Hooper made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilmember Spikes offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember John Marcello. The motion having been majority approved, the Ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. O-2026-53; Charter Series, as follows: ORDINANCE NO. O-2026-53 CHARTER SERIES AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF DERIDDER THROUGH ITS MAYOR, TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH BEAUREGARD CHRISTIAN WOMENS JOB CORPS FOR PURPOSE OF OCCUPYING OFFICE AND CLASSROOM SPACE IN THE PREMISES COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE FIRST STREET SCHOOL; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. WHEREAS, City of DeRidder (City) owns the premises commonly referred to as the First Street School in DeRidder, which said building includes office and classroom space; WHEREAS, Beauregard Christian Womens Job Corps (BCWJC) is a non-profit organization operating in Beauregard Parish that provides educational, workforce-development, employment-readiness, career-development, and life-skills services to women within DeRidder, Beauregard Parish, and the surrounding community; and WHEREAS, BCWJC desires to use Room 24 of the First Street School for office and administrative purposes and Room 31 of the First Street School for classroom space for administrative and delivery of its programs and services; and WHEREAS, BCWJC will provide its educational and workforce-development services to participants free of charge, including GED preparation and educational assistance, job-readiness and employment skills, computer skills and digital literacy, English as a second language instruction, career planning and development, life skills education and training, and other activities consistent with its nonprofit mission; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement serves a public purpose, that the City reasonably expects to receive a public benefit from the educational services and community programming facilitated by the Agreement, and that the public benefits and consideration received by the City are reasonably commensurate with the obligations undertaken by the City; and WHEREAS, the City Council declares that it is in the best interest of the City to enter into a CEA with the Beauregard Christian Womens Job Corps so as to lease office and classroom space in the First Street School. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City of DeRidder, Louisiana, that through its Mayor, enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Beauregard Christian Womens Job Corps in accordance with the said Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit A. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED Mayor of the City of DeRidder, be, and is hereby authorized to do any and all things and to sign any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purposes set forth herein. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, be and the same are hereby repealed. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder in Regular Session duly convened in Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 3. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING DELTA SOUTH LOUISIANA GAS COMPANY, LLC THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT, INSTALL, REMOVE, REPLACE, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF GAS IN THE MUNICIPALITY AND, FOR SUCH PURPOSES, TO USE, OPERATE IN, AND EXCAVATE IN THE PUBLIC HIGHWAYS, STREETS, SIDEWALKS, ALLEYS, SQUARES, COMMONS, GROUNDS, AND OTHER PUBLICLY OWNED AREAS AND LEVYING A FRANCHISE (PRIVILEGE) TAX FOR THAT PURPOSE. The title of the Ordinance was read by Mr. Williams. President Randy Larken opened the public hearing and there were no public comments. Councilmember Godfrey made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilmember Labue offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember John Marcello. The motion having been unanimously approved, the Ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. O-2026-54; Charter Series, as follows: ORDINANCE NO. O-2026-54 CHARTER SERIES AN ORDINANCE GRANTING DELTA SOUTH LOUISIANA GAS COMPANY, LLC THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT, INSTALL, REMOVE, REPLACE, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF GAS IN THE MUNICIPALITY AND, FOR SUCH PURPOSES, TO USE, OPERATE IN, AND EXCAVATE IN THE PUBLIC HIGHWAYS, STREETS, SIDEWALKS, ALLEYS, SQUARES, COMMONS, GROUNDS, AND OTHER PUBLICLY OWNED AREAS AND LEVYING A FRANCHISE (PRIVILEGE) TAX FOR THAT PURPOSE. SECTION 1: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA, Delta South Louisiana Gas Company, LLC, its successors and assigns, hereinafter called Grantee, is hereby granted the right to construct, install, remove, replace, operate, and maintain in the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (Grantor), as now and hereafter constituted, pipelines and related facilities for the transportation, distribution, and sale of gas (Facilities) and for such purposes to use, operate in, and excavate in, the public highways, bridges, streets, sidewalks, alleys, squares, commons, grounds, and other publicly owned areas (Public Rights-of-Way) for a term of fifteen (15) years. This franchise constitutes a permit to construct, install, remove, replace, operate, and maintain the Facilities within the Public Rights-of-Way and to park vehicles in the streets and other Public Rights-of-Way when necessary for the construction, installation, removal, replacement, operation, or maintenance of Facilities. Grantee and contractors performing work for Grantee shall not be required to obtain any permits in addition to this franchise or to pay any fee in addition to the fee stated below in order to perform such work or to park within the streets and other Public Rights-of-Way. The term shall automatically renew for five-year periods unless either party gives notice of termination at least one (1) year prior to the expiration of the then-current term; provided, however, that the term shall not exceed a total of sixty (60) years from the effective date of this franchise. SECTION 2. Grantees facilities shall be installed, operated, maintained, and replaced in a workman like manner. Grantee shall indemnify and hold harmless the Municipality from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action for injuries and damages to persons or property to the extent such injuries and damages are caused by negligent acts or omissions of Grantees employees in performing the work authorized under this Ordinance; provided, however, that nothing herein shall be construed to require Grantee to indemnify or hold harmless the Municipality from or against claims, demands, or causes of action for injuries and damages to persons or property arising from the fault, negligence, or willful misconduct of the Municipality, the Municipalitys employees or agents, or third parties. SECTION 3: Grantees lines shall be laid so as not to materially interfere with the present sewer and/or water system, and if a new sewer and/or water line crosses Grantees pipeline at the same level, then this Municipality may, if Grantee has not done so after reasonable notice, raise or lower Grantees line at Grantees expense but only under Grantees supervision. However, if any relocation of Grantees pipelines and/or related facilities is required as a result of any project of the United States federal government or any project financed in whole or in part by the United States federal government, then the Municipality shall pay Grantee the costs and expenses incurred by Grantee in relocating Grantees pipelines and/or related facilities up to but not greater than the total finances provided in connection with any such project by the United States federal government. The Municipality agrees to require as a condition of issuing any permit for open trenching to any other utility or developer that the utility or developer give Grantee and its affiliates reasonable access to open trenches for deployment of Grantees facilities and written notice of the date of availability of trenches for that purpose. Such notice must be received by Grantee at least ten (10) business days prior to the date of such availability. SECTION 4: The City may inspect Grantees construction work at any time or have said work inspected by a qualified engineer. The point of delivery of gas to the consumer shall be at the inlet to the consumers meter, and service pipe and facilities necessary to safely receive and utilize the gas at and beyond that point of delivery shall be furnished and maintained by the consumer, except that Grantee shall furnish and connect the gas meter. Title to all equipment installed by Grantee shall remain in Grantee, and Grantee shall have the unqualified right to use, extend, repair, replace, change, abandon, or remove facilities installed under the authority of this grant or any other facilities as it may determine to be necessary or desirable from time to time in the conduct of its business. Grantee will not be obligated to commence, extend, or continue any particular gas service by means of facilities installed under the authority of this grant or any other facilities except as Grantee may determine the prudent management and use of its present and future gas supply and facilities to permit and in accordance with Grantees applicable rates, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including curtailment procedures, as the same may exist and be changed from time to time. Grantee may promulgate and enforce reasonable rules, regulations, and requirements governing the sale, delivery, receipt, and use of gas furnished by Grantee and the commencement and discontinuance of gas service. SECTION 5: Grantees rates currently effective in the City for gas service shall continue in effect until raised or lowered in the manner provided by law. In consideration of this grant, beginning on the date Grantee files its written acceptance of this ordinance and thereafter for as long as this ordinance remains in effect in accordance with its terms, Grantee shall pay to the City four percent (4%) of Grantees gross receipts from gas sales to residential and commercial customers located inside the city limits. Amounts due hereunder shall be computed annually, and payment shall be made by the tenth (10th) day of each February after the expiration of the year with respect to which payment is due. The payments made pursuant to this Ordinance, together with any and all charges of the City for water, sewage, and garbage services provided by the City to Grantee, any and all sales taxes collected by Grantee, and any and all ad valorem taxes assessed by the City against Grantees property, shall constitute the only amounts for which Grantee shall be obligated to pay to the City and shall be in lieu of any and all other costs, levies, assessments, fees, or other amounts, of any kind whatsoever, that the City, currently or in the future, may charge Grantee or assess against Grantees property. Any occupational license tax owed by Grantee pursuant to an ordinance in conformity with Louisiana Revised Statute 47:341, et seq. shall be deemed satisfied by payments made pursuant to this Ordinance. SECTION 6: This franchise ordinance will not be effective unless and until it is accepted by Grantee by written notice delivered or mailed to the Mayor within ninety (90) days after the date of its passage and publication as required by law. The provisions hereof are intended to be separate and severable, and the holding of any portion hereof to be invalid shall not affect the other portions. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, be and the same are hereby repealed. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder in Regular Session duly convened in Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 4. AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET OF REVENUES, OTHER FINANCING SOURCES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027, BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2026. The title of the Ordinance was read by Mr. Williams. President Randy Larken opened the public hearing and there were no public comments. Councilmember Godfrey made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilmember Hooper offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: Councilmember John Marcello. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion having been majority approved, the Ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. O-2026-55; Charter Series, as follows: ORDINANCE NO. O-2026-55 CHARTER SERIES AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET OF REVENUES, OTHER FINANCING SOURCES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027, BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2026. SECTION 1: BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council sitting in regular session duly convened that the operating budget of revenues and expenditures of the City of DeRidder, Louisiana for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 as follows, to-wit: IN DOLLARS GENERAL FUND REVENUES: City Taxes $1,729,600 Licenses/Permits 656,900 Intergovernmental/Grants 1,767,700 Fees/Charges 390,600 Interest/Rent/Dividends 136,100 Miscellaneous 36,000 Other Financing Sources 5,245,300 TOTAL REVENUES $9,962,200 GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES: General Administration Department $2,149,300 Police Department 3,884,900 Fire Department 2,458,400 Transportation Department 288,100 Recreation Department 1,107,000 Other Financing Uses 596,300 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $10,484,000 EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) Expenditures over Revenues $ (521,800) Beginning Fund Balance $703,000 Ending Fund Balance $181,200 SALES TAX FUND REVENUES: Sales Tax Collections $9,300,000 Interest/Dividends 67,800 Intergovernmental/Grants 118,200 Miscellaneous Revenue 12,000 Other Financing Sources 0 TOTAL REVENUES $9,498,000 SALES TAX EXPENDITURES: Sales Tax Administration Department $2,138,000 Street Department 2,230,700 Other Financing Uses 5,292,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $9,660,700 EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) Expenditures over Revenues $(162,700) FUND BALANCE BEGINNING $3,876,500 FUND BALANCE ENDING $3,713,800 UTILITY FUND REVENUES: Sewer Fees & Taps $1,701,000 Penalties 80,000 Water Sales, Taps & Service Fees 3,176,200 State Testing Fees 49,400 Intergovernmental/Grants 720,000 Miscellaneous Income 47,100 Interest/Dividend 41,900 TOTAL REVENUES $5,815,600 UTILITIES FUND EXPENSES: Utility Administration Department $1,129,100 Utility Maintenance Department 2,250,300 Wastewater Treatment Plant Department 1,804,300 Water Plant Department 756,100 Other Financing Uses 370,200 TOTAL EXPENSES $6,310,000 EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) Expenses over Revenues$ (494,400) FUND BALANCE BEGINNING $9,367,100 FUND BALANCE ENDING $8,872,700 SECTION 2: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the budget revenues and expenditures for the said fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027, prepared and submitted by the Director of Finance, under the supervision of the Mayor, shall be adopted as set for the hereinabove. SECTION 3: BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance shall become effective October 1, 2026. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28nd day of September 2026, by the City Council of the City of DeRidder in regular session duly convened, in Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 5. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON 518 NORTH TEXAS STREET, IDENTIFIED BY BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 0337354479 IN DERIDDER, LOUISIANA, AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE BODY OF THIS ORDINANCE, SAID PROPERTY BEING PRESENTLY ZONED R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO BE REZONED R-3 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENCE), AS REQUESTED BY MALCOLM HENRY; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. The title of the Ordinance was read by Mr. Williams. President Randy Larken opened the public hearing and there were no public comments. Councilmember Hooper made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilmember Woods offered a second. The motion having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows, to-wit: YEAS: Councilmember Monte Woods; Councilmember Billy Spikes; Councilmember Wayne Godfrey, Sr.; Councilmember Keith Hooper, Councilmember Vincent Labue, and President Randy Larken. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion having been unanimously approved, the Ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. O-2026-56; Charter Series, as follows: ORDINANCE NO. O-2026-56 CHARTER SERIES AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON 518 NORTH TEXAS STREET, IDENTIFIED BY BEAUREGARD PARISH TAX ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 0337354479 IN DERIDDER, LOUISIANA, AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE BODY OF THIS ORDINANCE, SAID PROPERTY BEING PRESENTLY ZONED R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO BE REZONED R-3 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENCE), AS REQUESTED BY MALCOLM HENRY; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. WHEREAS, the City of DeRidder, Louisiana (City) provides for rezoning thereof in Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances of City; and WHEREAS, City is divided into various districts, including, but not limited to, R-1 (Single Family Residence) and R-3 (Multi-Family Residence); and WHEREAS, City has an official zoning map which reflects the zones for property within the corporate limits of the City; and WHEREAS applicants seek to rezone the following described property, which is presently zoned R-1 (Single Family Residence) and which has been requested to be rezoned to R-3 (Multi-Family Residence): PARCEL: 00337354479 LOTS FOUR (4) AND FIVE (5) OF BLOCK TWO (2) OF CURTIS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF DERIDDER, LOUISIANA, AS PER DULY RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS SITUATED THEREON. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the aforementioned property described hereinabove be, and the same is hereby rezoned to R-3 (Multi-Family Residence): BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this rezoning is in accordance with Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of DeRidder. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the zoning map of the City of DeRidder be, and the same is hereby, amended in conformance with the said rezoning. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be, and the same are hereby, repealed. THUS DONE AND ADOPTED on this 28th day of September 2026 by the City Council of the City of DeRidder in Regular Session duly convened in Council Chambers at DeRidder, Louisiana. ATTEST: ASHLEY NUSS CLERK OF THE COUNCIL RANDY LARKEN PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL 14. Reports: Acting Mayor, Lonnie Gabriel acknowledge that Mayor Harris is currently out of state touring data centers and their environments. He passed along Mayor Harriss gratitude for all those accepting their positions with the Parks and Recreation Board. Mr. Gabriel also noted the citys response to the trash and trash can situation. The city has placed two large dumpsters to assist during the transition and if anyone inside the city limits needs their trash can returned, they may contact him directly. He also passed along Mayor Harris gratitude for Mr. Hoopers successful Quick 330 event and all those that helped with the Homecoming Parade and festivities. Councilman Hooper thanked each and everyone that helped make Quick 330 such a fun and successful event, and he is hoping to have another even scheduled soon. President Larken reminded everyone of the upcoming Fall in Love with DeRidder event scheduled for October 17th. There being no further business of the council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:12 P.M. Oct 9 1t 2138938 Notice Cost- $1274.55

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Police Jury of the Parish of Beauregard, State of Louisiana met in Regular Session, September 9, 2026, and approved for publication the following amendments to Speed Limit Ordinance #7-88 as follows: Decrease the speed limit as follows: Reneau Road decrease speed limit from 35 MPH to 25 MPH for the entire length of .51 miles or 2693 feet, located in Section 11 of Township 7 South Range 10 West, Road District 6, Beauregard Parish, LA. Following thirty (30) days of public viewing, the Police Jury of the Parish of Beauregard, State of Louisiana will convene in Regular Session held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. for the purpose of hearing public objection, if any, to said amendment. /s/ Damon Cooley Damon Cooley, Parish Adminstrator, Beauregard Parish Police Jury Sept 18, Oct 9 2t 2136151 Notice Cost- $65.08