WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Donna Maricle, Alvin Maricle Jr. Brenda Biscamp and Pat Doyle Heirs, please contact attorney Wayne Bush, 119 S. 1st Street, Leesville, LA 71446, or call 337-378-0051. Jul 10, 17 2t 2126889 Notice Cost- $31.50

SHERIFFS SALE CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC VS 106392C TARYN R. RE A/K/A TARYN ROSE RE WIFE OF/AND PETER J. BUFFO A/K/A PETER JOSEPH BUFFO 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 12TH OF AUGUST 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: SEE EXHIBIT A HERETO ATTACHED EXHIBIT A Begin at the Southeast Corner of the Southwest Quarter. of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4 of SW/4), Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 8 West, Vernon Parish, Louisiana, run North 0 degrees 14 minutes West 179.5 feet along the East line of Said Quarter to the Northerly Right-of-Way line of Louisiana Highway 8 to the point of beginning; thence continue North 0 degrees 14 minutes West 423.7 feet; thence North 86 degrees 22 minutes West 505.0 feet; thence South 0 degrees 11 minutes East 260.0 feet; thence South 25 degrees 28 minutes West 125.0 feet; thence South 12 degrees 17 minutes West 80.9 feet to the said Right-of-Way line; thence South 89 degrees 37 minutes East 576.0 feet along said Right-of-Way line to the point of beginning, containing 5.25 acres, per that Certificate of Survey dated September 27, 1977 prepared by Charles C. Wise, Registered Surveyor. 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. JOHN S. CRAFT SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA Jul 10, Aug 7 2t 2125460 Notice Cost- $129.34

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the Vernon Parish Police Jury, PO Box 1548, Leesville, LA 71496, will receive sealed bids until Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud; bids received after the specified closing time will not be accepted. All interested parties are welcome to attend the bid opening. Bid specifications may be viewed online and bids may be submitted online at www.centralbidding.com. Bid Forms may be obtained from the Vernon Parish Police Jury, 300 S. 3rd St., Leesville, Louisiana 71446, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday Friday, by calling 337-238-0324 or emailing belinda@vppjla.com. Bid envelopes MUST be sealed and marked on outside with company name, item being bid, date and time of bid opening, and contractors license number. Failure to seal and mark bid envelopes correctly will result in your bid being rejected. The Vernon Parish Police Jury reserves the right to reject any or all bids for just cause in accordance with R.S. 38:2212 & 2214. 2026 Road Overlay with Base Work Contract to be completed by November 27, 2026 NOTE: Bid must be submitted using the attached Bid Specifications Form and the Louisiana Uniform Public Bid Form. Bid will be awarded to lowest qualified bidder for the Total Base Bid amount. Contractors are encouraged to meet with Parish Road Foreman PRIOR to bidding on this contract. Please call 337-239-9933 to schedule a meeting time. Work to be bid (see project spreadsheet for details): 2 Asphalt Overlay (Level 1 Non-Polymer) with base for Gravel or Asphalt Roads: labor, equipment, and materials to lay prime coat and 2 hot mix Asphalt overlay, 12 22 wide and prepare the road base with 8-12 inches of Portland Cement stabilizing the soil and 8-12 inches of Lime Conditioner where needed cut in on 12 22 wide Gravel and Asphalt and Road base. The top 8-12 inches deep of all roads must be reclaimed before placing Soil Cement or Lime Conditioning, Soil Cement and Lime Depth and Percentages will be determined by a qualified laboratory and bidder will be given that information and length and width of roads before bidding 5% overrun; January 1, 2026, to November 27, 2026. Widening of intersections and turnouts MUST be priced as part of the road. Must meet LADOTD specifications. Contractor to respond and perform within five (5) days of notice from Vernon Parish Police Jury. OR 3 Asphalt Overlay (Level 1 Non-Polymer) with base for Gravel or Asphalt Roads: labor, equipment, and materials to lay prime coat and 3 hot mix Asphalt overlay, 12 22 wide and prepare the road base with 8-12 inches of Portland Cement stabilizing the soil and 8-12 inches of Lime Conditioner where needed cut in on 12 22 wide Gravel and Asphalt and Road base. The top 8-12 inches deep of all roads must be reclaimed before placing Soil Cement or Lime Conditioning, Soil Cement and Lime Depth and Percentages will be determined by a qualified laboratory and bidder will be given that information and length and width of roads before bidding 5% overrun; January 1, 2026, to November 27, 2026. Widening of intersections and turnouts MUST be priced as part of the road. Must meet LADOTD specifications. Contractor to respond and perform within five (5) days of notice from Vernon Parish Police Jury. Jun 26, Jul 10, 17 3t 2124244 Notice Cost- $271.63

THIRTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF VERNON SUCCESSION OF MAYO MARCILE 106,374-A NOTICE TO TRANSFER MOVABLE OR IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE Since the Provisional Administratrix of the above estate has made application to the Court to transfer, at private sale, the immovable property described as follows:: TRACT I: A certain piece, parcel or tract of land, together with all buildings and improvements located thereon and all rights, ways and privileges thereunto appertaining, being, lying and situated in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: A certain piece, parcel or tract of land being in the extreme Southwest corner of the West half (1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section Thirty (30) Township One (1) South Range Four (4) West bearing parcel number 5403098121001801 containing 9.2 acres more or less. TRACT II: A certain piece, parcel or tract of land, together with all buildings and improvements located thereon and all rights, ways and privileges thereunto appertaining, being, lying and situated in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, and being more particularly described as follows, to-wit: A certain piece, parcel or tract of land being in the extreme Northwest corner of the West half (1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section Thirty (30) Township One (1) South Range Four (4) West bearing parcel number 5403098121002801 containing 15.3 acres more or less. Notice is now given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of decedent, and is of this estate, that they be order to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the Order or Judgment authorizing, approving and homologating that application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days, from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. By order of this Court: Jessica Comer, Deputy Clerk of Court Jun 19, Jul 10 2t 2123166 Notice Cost- $133.93

SHERIFFS SALE MIDFIRST BANK VS 106215A DANIELLE JEAN GUIDRY 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 THELAST AND HIGHEST BIDDER, FOR CASH, WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, ONLINE AT BID4ASSETS.COM, ON WEDNESDAY 15TH OF JULY 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCKP.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: SEE EXHIBIT A HERETO ATTACHED EXHIBIT A All that certain tract or parcel of land containing 1.00 acres, more or less, situated in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 2 North, Range 10 West, Northwestern Land District, Louisiana Meridian, Vernon Parish, Louisiana, being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at a found iron pipe, being the Northwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 2 North, Range 10 West Northwestern Land District, Louisiana Meridian, Vernon Parish, Louisiana; thence run along and with the North line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter S 89 deg 50 min 13 sec E for a distance of 656.87 to the Northeast corner of said Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, thence run along and with the West line of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, S 00 deg 37 min 50 sec E for a distance of 452.87 to a set 5/8 iron rod, being the Point of Beginning: thence leaving said West line run S 89 deg 48 min 42 sec E for a distance of 208.70 to a set 5/8 iron rod; thence S 00 deg 37 min 50 sec E for a distance of 208.70 to a set 5/8 iron rod on the South line of said North Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, thence along and with said South line run N 89 deg 48 min 43 sec W for a distance of 208.70 to a set 5/8 iron rod on said West line of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23; thence along and with said West line N 00 deg 37 min 50 sec W for a distance of 208.70 to the Point of Beginning containing 1.00 acres more or less, being subject to all rights of ways, easements, and servitudes, both recorded. and unrecorded, visible and invisible. Said property is further, described as Tract 2 on survey dated October 25, 2015, by Collins Land Surveyors. As derived from the fo1lowing: Begin SW corner of NENWNW, Section 23, T2NR10W, and thence run North 140 yards, thence East 175 yards, thence run South140 yards, thence West 175 yards to, pt of beginning 5 Acres more or less in NENWNW Section 23, T2NR10W, Vernon Parish, Louisiana, including a 1980 Breck Mobile Home 14 x 80, VIN 03852, which has been built around. Said mobile home is situated on Tract 3, which is not on the subject property noted herein.as shown on above described survey. Which has the address of 18361 Highway 8, Leesville, LA 71446 SAID PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AS BELONGING TO THE ABOVEDEFENDANT, TO SATISFY THIS WRIT TOGETHER WITH ATTORNEYS FEES, INTEREST AND ALL COSTS OF SUIT. JOHNS. CRAFT SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA Jun 12, Jul 10 2t 2122931 Notice Cost- $202.78

SHERIFFS SALE LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC VS 105165C CHEYENE WISE A/K/A CHEYENE JAKOHL WISE A/K/A CHEYENE J. WISE 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, WITH THE BENEFIT OF APPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDING TO LAW, AT THE PRINCIPAL FRONT DOOR OF THE COURT HOUSE, IN THE TOWN OF LEESVILLE, LOUISIANA, ON WEDNESDAY 12TH OF AUGUST 2026, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PARCEL OF GROUND LOCATED IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, OF VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED TO WIT: LOT FOUR (4), BLOCK D, TOWER ESTATES SUBDIVISION, NO. ONE (1), A SUBDIVISION OF LEESVILLE, VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, AS PER DULY RECORDED PLAT THEREOF BY CURRY FORD, CIVIL ENGINEER, LA REG. NO. 87, RECORDED ON OCTOBER 9TH, 1956, FILED AT INSTRUMENT NO. 211055, CABINET 1A, SLIDE 62-A, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS SITUATED THEREON, SUBJECT TO ANY EXISTING STREETS, ROADS OR HIGHWAYS, UTILITY TRANSMISSION LINES, PIPELINES AND FACILITIES WHICH MAYBE UPON THE PROPERTY AND/OR DEDICATIONS, RESTRICTIONS, SERVITUDES, RIGHTS-OF-WAYS, EASEMENTS, AND OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD AFFECTING THE PROPERTY WHICH MAYBE OF RECORD AND PRESENTLY IN LEGAL FORCE. 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. JOHN S. CRAFT SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA Jul 10, Aug 7 2t 2118314 Notice Cost- $138.52

SHERIFFS SALE STANDARD MORTGAGE CORPORATION vs 106249C MORIAH KINNEY 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 15TH OF JULY 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: SEE EXHIBIT A HERETO ATTACHED EXHIBITA Tracts 1,.2 and 3 as per plat of survey prepared by Charles C. Wise, dated May 26, 1993 described as follows: Begin at the Southeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW/4 of NE/4) of Section Fourteen (14),Township Two (2) North,: Range Nine (9) West, Vernon Parish, La.; thence West for a distance of 510.0 feet thence North for a distance of 150.0 feet for Point of Beginning thence West for a distance of 100.0 feet; thence North for a distance of 6.0 feet thence East for a distance of 60.0 feet; thence North for a distance of 50.0 feet thence South 87 degrees 06 minutes East for a distance of 138.2 feet; thence South for a distance of 43.0 feet; thence East for a distance of 6.0 feet; thence South for a distance of 55.0 feet; thence West for a distance of 50.0 feet thence South for a distance of 5.0 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 0.348 acres. Together with all buildings and improvements situated thereon. AND One 2003 Cappaert Mobile Home bearing Serial No. CHVM 4503256 20457AB, Model No.32056 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. JOHN S. CRAFT SHERIFF& EX-OFFICIO TAX COLLECTOR VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA Jun 12, Jul 10 2t

SHERIFFS SALE PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC VS 106401B TERRY D. HOLCOMB A/K/A TERRY DON HOLCOMB AND TERESA D. HOLCOMB A/K/A TERESA DENISE RITTER 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 15TH OF JULY 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, T2NR11W, SECTION 33, BEGIN AT SE/C OF SWNE, THENCE WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID 40 - 600 FEET, NORTH 370 FEET, EAST 600 FEET, SOUTH 370 FEET TO POB, CONTAINING 5.10 ACRES, MORE OR LESS (PROPERTY). 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 Jun 12, Jul 10 2t 2116633 Notice Cost- $97.21

SHERIFFS SALE KOURY FINANCIAL VS 88941B THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF EDWARD JONES THIRTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT VERNON PARISH SHERIFF STATE OF LOUISIANA BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF FIERI FACIAS, 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 OFAPPRAISEMENT, AND ACCORDINGTO LAW, ONLINE AT BID4ASSETS.COM, ON WEDNESDAY 15TH OF JULY 2026 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 OCLOCK A.M. AND 4 OCLOCK P.M. THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, SITUATED IN VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO-WIT: SEE EXHIBIT A HERETO ATTACHED EXHIBITA A tract of land located in Vernon Parish, Louisiana, and described as Township 2 North Range 8 West, Section 10, beginning at the Northwest corner of the Southeast of the Southwest , thence run East 219.68 feet for point of beginning. Thence South 220 feet, then 219.68 feet thence North 220 feet; thence West 219.68 feet to point of beginning containing one acre. Also begin at the Northwest corner of the Southeast of the Southwest of Section 10 Township 2 North, Range 8 West, (all above land and this land in Vernon Parish, LA) thence run South 250.0 feet for point of beginning; thence run South 200.0 feet, thence East 200.00 feet; thence run North 220.0 feet; thence run West 200.0 to the point of beginning. Also begin at the Northwest corner of the Southeast of the Southwest , Section 10, Township 2 North, Range 8 West, thence run East 219.68 feet; thence run South 200.0 feet, thence run West 219.68 feet; thence run North 200.0 feet to the point of beginning, Containing two acres more or less. All land herein is subject to all road and other rights of way. 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 Jun 12, Jul 10 2t 2116381 Notice Cost- $133.93

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given in compliance with La. R.S. 42:19.1, that Fire Protection District No. Three of Ward Four of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, will meet in open and public session on the 3rd day of August, 2026, at 5:30 oclock p.m. at 2401 Guillory Street, Westlake, Louisiana, to consider calling an election to be held in Fire Protection District No. Three of Ward Four, Calcasieu, Louisiana, on December 12, 2026, to consider the renewal of an ad valorem property tax millage for the purpose of operating and maintaining said Districts fire protection facilities constituting works of public improvement within the District. Jul 10 1t 2126843 Notice Cost- $34.00

City of Lake Charles Meeting Minutes City Council Wednesday, July 1, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers at City Hall AGENDA FOR REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 1, 2026 TO BE TAKEN UP IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. 150-97, RULES FOR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA Call to Order Call to Order - President Craig Marks, Presiding Invocation Invocation - Matt Young Pledge of Allegiance Pledge of Allegiance - Craig Marks Roll Call Present: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Also present were Mayor Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, John Cardone, City Administrator and Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. The monthly financial reports for June, 2026 were provided to the City Council members by the Department of Finance. The reports include the Budget to Actual Revenues and the Budget to Actual Expenditures. Approval of Minutes 1. 26-325 Minutes Election of Officers Councilman Marks nominated Councilman Stuart Weather for President which was seconded by Councilman Matthew Vezinot. Councilman Weatherford was appointed President by a unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Marks then nominated Councilman Ronnie Harvey, Jr. as vice-president which was seconded by Councilman Donald W. Fondel. The vote was unanimous as well. President-Elect Weatherford presented a plaque to outgoing President Marks for his two years of service. Defer/Delete President Weatherford stated that Item 5 was deferred until the August 19, 2026 regular council meeting, items 7, 9, and 11 were deferred to the August 5, 2026 regular council meeting, and items 15 and 26 were being deferred to the July 15, 2026 regular council meeting. Appointments 2. 26-370 Appoint a chairman to review bids for Project No. CP3433 - 2022 Drainage Infrastructure Improvements - Package No. 1. Public Hearings Sponsor: Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr. Councilman Bilbo was appointed as chairman. 3. 26-411 Public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to deny a request for a Variance in order to establish a short-term rental unit within 1,000 feet of existing licensed short- term rental, within a Mixed Use Zoning District, at 3121-3123 June Street. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Doug Burguieres presented the case as it was presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission and stated that it was denied by a vote of 4-0 due to another short-term rental being within 1,000 feet. Chad Carroll, 1320 Laurel Street, Sulphur, LA, the applicant, stated that they had been operating since August 15, 2022, as an AirBnb, but he now wanted to use it as a short-term rental, and it would allow four cars per unit. Doug Burguieres stated the city is looking into an amnesty program, but one was not in place at that time. Councilman Marks wanted to defer to discuss the standards of a short-term rental for mixed-use districts. Robin Basone, 5525 Swift Plant Road, Lake Charles, LA stated that someone from the Planning & Zoning Commission was against it due to minor repairs that were not done. She further stated that the repairs had been made by the owner. The council voted as follows: 4. 26-412 Public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to deny a request for a Variance in order to construct a new 1,925 square foot accessory structure, thereby exceeding the maximum allowable 40% of floor area of principal structure, within a Residential Zoning District, at 612 W. Claude Street. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Doug Burguieres presented the case as it was presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Robin Basone, 5545 Swift Plant Road, Lake Charles, LA represented the owner. The council voted as follows: 5. 26-302 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1900 Prejean Drive (burned apartments only), Place Vendome Apt. Homes, LLC, owner. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on August 19, 2026. 6. 26-347 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 922 Gulf Street (burned structure), Benny Patrick Moreaux, owner. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. Mr. Stutes stated that Gage Stuart accepted service and represents Mr. Moreaux who did not oppose the demolition. Councilman Fondel recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. 7. 26-348 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1703 Winterhalter Street, Bradley Joseph Calais, Armentine Pete, Armentine Patt, Henry Joseph Calais, Jr., Lutta Marie Calais, Mary Calais Savoie, Louis Calais, Ruby Marie Calais, Adley Joseph Calais, Gustane Calais, James Phillip Calais, Adelle Broussard, Norris Calcais, Audrey Mae LeBlanc and Marjorie Senegal, owners. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on August 5, 2026. 8. 26-349 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2005 7th Avenue, Theresa (NMN) Vital Baldwin, owner. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Weatherford recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. 9. 26-350 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2007 7th Avenue, Demetris Antoine, owner. A motion was made that this matter be deferred. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. Councilman Weatherford asked if there was anyone present to speak on this item. There were no requests to speak. Councilman Weatherford deferred this item to the August 5, 2026, regular council meeting as requested by the Legal Department for service, which was approved by the following vote. 10. 26-351 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 655 South Franklin Street, Norma Goodwin, owner, subject to a tax lien held by the City of Lake Charles. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Fondel recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. 11. 26-352 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of two structures located at 210 Cherry Street and 212 Cherry Street, Benjamin Geyen, Jr., Willie Mae Jackson, Chester Geyen, Claudette Mae Geyen, Franklin Geyen and Margaret Haley, owners. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on August 5, 2026. 12. 26-353 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2436 Poplar Street, John Ladd, James Lee White, Charlie Carter, Willie Rogers White, Jr., Marie Thomas, Samuel White (Estate), Florence E. Espree, and Bertha H. Davis, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. James White, 2520 Oak Cliff, Lake Charles, LA stated that he had attempted to get his siblings to sign the property over to him and hired Chris Morrow to demolish it. He was still having trouble getting one of them to sign. Councilman Weatherford recommended deferral to the August 5, 2026, regular council meeting, which was approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be deferral be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None 13. 26-299 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 317 South Louisiana Avenue (front house only), Grace Smith, Ulric Y. Pryce, Charles Y. Pryce, Monica Manker-Russell, Marcia Manker and Gregory Manker, owners A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record and stated this was a rehearing from June 3, 2026. There were no requests to speak on this item, but it was noted that a Permit had been pulled in April. Councilman Weatherford recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. 14. 26-257 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2344 See Street, Marlene Marks, Markesha Elise Marks and Kendall Wayne Marks, owners. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. The Legal Department noted that they had received correspondence from the owner who was attempting to quiet the title and sell the property. It was also noted that the structures were all secure. Councilman Weatherford recommended deferral to the September 2, 2026, regular council meeting, which was approved by the following vote. 15. 26-189 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1716 22nd Street, Bryan Keith Guillory, owner. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on July 15, 2026. 16. 26-187 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2310 Channel Street, Louis Green (Estate), owner. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Weatherford recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. 17. 26-264 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2110 Railroad Avenue, Andre N. Walker, Brittany Ann Walker, Denver Jerome Withers and Jevan Ramsey Yokum, owners. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. He stated that he had received correspondence from Brent Hawkins about representation by one of the owners but Mr. Hawkins did not appear. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Fondel recommended time delays of 30/60 and requested the structure be secured, which was approved by the following vote. 18. 26-253 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 902 North Simmons Street, John A. Parker, owner, subject to a tax sale by the State of Louisiana. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. Mr. Stutes stated that this was a rehearing from June 3, 2026. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Weatherford recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. Ordinances for Final Action 19. 26-403 An ordinance amending Exhibit A of Ordinance No. 15062 regarding the membership and procedures policy of the City of Lake Charles Downtown Development/Lakefront Development Sub-District Authority. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None At the request of Councilman Marks, Doug Burguieres explained the changes to the appointment of members to the board. 20. 26-410 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish School Board to cost share in the McNeese/Barbe drainage project. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Councilman Vezinot stated that this repair would include installing a drainage collector and that the Calcasieu Parish School Board has agreed to a cost-share of the expense. 21. 26-252 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase one (1) new Sewer Inspection System Camera and Crawler for use by the Public Works Department, Wastewater Division. A motion was made that this item be rejected and re-bid. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None Councilman Young stated that there were no responsive and responsible bidders, and the City was requested to reject and re-bid this item. 22. 26-316 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3400 - 18th Street Reconstruction (Lake St. to Creole St.) Phase 1. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None A motion was made by Councilman Young to accept the recommended bid from Alfed Palma, LLC in the amount of $2,062,966.00. The vote was as follows. 23. 26-314 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase annual supply of Public Safety Uniforms for use by the Lake Charles Fire Department for a twelve (12) month period. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None A motion was made by Councilman Weatherford to accept the recommended bid from Southern Specialty Products in the amount of $2,968.22. The vote was as follows. The Following Resolutions Were Adopted by Consent 24. 26-413 A resolution accepting Project No. CP3257 - Sally Mae (Medora - Dead End) Phase II, as substantially complete and authorizing the advertising of the 45-day lien period. A motion was made that Approve. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 5 - Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 2 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Abstain: 0 - None 25. 26-414 A resolution accepting Project No. CP3262 - Southeast Water Treatment Plant - New Water Treatment Facility, as substantially complete and authorizing the advertising of the 45-day lien period. 26. 26-421 A resolution authorizing the amendment of the City of Lake Charles CDBG-DR Action Plan with HUD to move the proposed Lake Charles Fire Department Campus from the previously identified 6th Avenue site to a site on Broad Street. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on July 15, 2026. The Following Ordinances were for Introduction by Consent and Read into the Record the Day Following This Meeting at 11:00am in the City Council Chambers in City Hall 27. 26-319 An ordinance of the City Council of the City Lake Charles amending Resolution No. 313-23 to authorize the City of Lake Charles to modify the location and scope of RCIP LDI City of Lake Charl LC Second Harvest 0084 and further authorizing the purchase of a vacant lot (Parcel No. 00751405) from Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church to construct and own a primary community resilience hub in accordance with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Developments national objectives for the use of funds from the CDBG DR Program. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 28. 26-415 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to allow more than ten percent (10%) cumulative increase for a change order for Project No. CP3426 - Wastewater Treatment Plant A Operational Reliability Improvements Collection System Hardening. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 29. 26-407 An ordinance amending Section 24 of the City of Lake Charles Code of Ordinances by adding Section 24-5-203.1 relative to Outdoor Lighting. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 30. 26-416 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3544 - Hodges Street Waterline Extension. Sponsor: Craig Marks Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 31. 26-417 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP2894 - WWTP A McNabb & Cline Street Emergency Sewer System Rehabilitation. Sponsor: Matthew Vezinot Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 32. 26-418 An ordinance adopting and levying the Annual Property Tax millages for the City of Lake Charles for the tax year 2026. 33. 26-419 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriffs Office to fund two Sheriff Office employee positions to the Real Time Crime Center. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 34. 26-420 An ordinance amending the City of Lake Charles Code of Ordinances to enact Sec. 13-37.5 to provide for a prohibition against loitering on Bord Du Lac Drive, the Lakefront Promenade, and all other city-owned property not specifically addressed by ordinance during designated hours. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. Adjournment With no further business to come before the Council, President Marks adjourned the meeting at The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2026. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct draft of the Minutes of a meeting of the City Council of said City, held on the 1st day of July, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed hereon the official seal of said City, this 7th day of July, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of the Ordinances adopted at a meeting of the City Council of said city held on the 1st day of July, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed upon the official seal of said City, this 7th day of July, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. The City of Lake Charles fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes, executive orders, and regulations in all programs and activities. The City operates without regard to race, color, or national origin. Any person who believes him/herself or any specific class of persons, to be subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI and/or Americans with Disabilities Act may by him/herself or by representative file a written complaint with the City of Lake Charles. The Citys Title VI Coordinator/ADA Coordinator may be reached by phone at (337) 491 1440, the Mayors Action Line at (337) 491 1346, or contact the appropriate Department Head. File Number: 26-347 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20581 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 922 Gulf Street (burned structure), Benny Patrick Moreaux, owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 20th day of May 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 922 Gulf Street (burned structure), legally described as: Lots 2,3 Blk 27 Himount, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Benny Patrick Moreaux, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 31st day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 31st day of August, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of September, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 3rd day of August, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-349 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20582 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2005 7th Avenue, Theresa (NMN) Vital Baldwin, owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 20th day of May 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 1703 Winterhalter Street, legally described as: E 55 ft of com 245 ft S of inters Shattuck St with Carey St or E Belden St on E/S of Shattuck S 55 ft, E 110 ft etc being part of Lot 3 Richard Sub of 12 acs in SW SW NW 33.9.8, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Bradley Joseph Calais, Armentine Pete, Armentine Patt, Henry Joseph Calais, Jr., Lutta Marie Calais, Mary Calais Savoie, Louis Calais, Ruby Marie Calais, Adley Joseph Calais, Gustane Calais, James Phillip Calais, Adelle Broussard, Norris Calais, Audrey Mae LeBlanc and Marjorie Senegal, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 31st day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 31st day of August, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of September, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 3rd day of August, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-351 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20583 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 655 South Franklin Street, Norma Goodwin, owner, subject to a tax lien held by the City of Lake Charles. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 20th day of May, 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 655 South Franklin Street, legally described as: S 30 ft Lots 18,19 Francis Chavanne Sub of H and R Sub fronting 30 ft on E/S Franklin St, E betw parl lines 90 ft m/l, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Norma Goodwin, subject to a tax lien held by the City of Lake Charles, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 31st day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 31st day of August, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of September, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 3rd day of August, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-299 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20584 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 317 South Louisiana Avenue (front house only), Grace Smith, Ulric Y. Pryce, Charles Y. Pryce, Monica Manker-Russell, Marcia Manker and Gregory Manker, owners BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 7th day of January 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 317 South Louisiana Avenue (front house only), legally described as: Lot 11 Blk 3 Horridge Add, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Grace Smith, Ulric Y. Pryce, Charles Y. Pryce, Monica Manker-Russell, Marcia Manker and Gregory Manker, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 31st day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 31st day of August, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of September, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 3rd day of August, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-187 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20585 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2310 Channel Street, Louis Green (Estate), owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 1st day of April 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 2310 Channel Street, legally described as: Lot 4 C. Simmons Sub of Lot 12 Z. Simmons Sub, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Louis Green (Estate), be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 16th day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 16th day of July, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 17th day of July, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 17th day of July, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-264 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20586 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2110 Railroad Avenue, Andre N. Walker, Brittany Ann Walker, Denver Jerome Withers and Jevan Ramsey Yokum, owners. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 4th day of March 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 2110 Railroad Avenue, legally described as: Com 100 ft E of NW cor Blk 9 Ben Bilbo Sub, th S 96 ft, E 149 ft, N 41 degs E 51.9 ft, N 51 ft, W 185 ft to com, less R/W, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Andre N. Walker, Brittany Ann Walker, Denver Jerome Withers and Jevan Ramsey Yokum, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 31st day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 31st day of August, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of September, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 3rd day of August, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-253 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20587 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 902 North Simmons Street, John A. Parker, owner, subject to a tax sale by the State of Louisiana. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 15th day of April 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 902 North Simmons Street, legally described as: Lots 18,19 Blk 14 Highland Add, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by John A. Parker, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 16th day of July, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 16th day of July, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 17th day of July, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 17th day of July, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 1st day of July, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-403 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20588 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance amending Exhibit A of Ordinance No. 15062 regarding the membership and procedures policy of the City of Lake Charles Downtown Development/Lakefront Development Sub-District Authority. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: Section 1 of Ordinance No. 15062 passed and adopted on June 17, 2009 by the Lake Charles City Council is hereby amended to adopt a membership and procedures policy for the City of Lake Charles Downtown Development/Lakefront Development Sub-District Authority as outlined in Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-410 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20589 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish School Board to cost share in the McNeese/Barbe drainage project. An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish School Board to cost share in the McNeese/Barbe drainage project. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, with the Calcasieu Parish School Board to cost share in the McNeese/Barbe drainage project. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-316 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20590 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3400 - 18th Street Reconstruction (Lake St. to Creole St.) Phase 1. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to accept the lowest responsible bid for Project No. CP3400 18th Street Reconstruction (Lake St. to Creole St.) Phase 1, on the bids opened on June 16, 2026, for the amount designated in said low bid; and the said Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is further authorized to enter into a contract with the said low bidder as set forth in Resolution No. 92-26, passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 6th day of May 2026 for and on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, a copy of which contract shall be filed with the Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to execute change orders within the scope of the contract, when there are sufficient funds budgeted, and not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the contract price. SECTION 3: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles is hereby authorized and empowered to pay said low bidder from appropriate City funds. SECTION 4: The checks of the unsuccessful bidders shall be returned to them, but the check of the successful bidder shall be retained until the written contract has been signed and executed, and the security required in said written contract has been furnished by it. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-314 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20591 326 Pujo Street P.O. Box 1178 Lake Charles, LA 70602 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase annual supply of Public Safety Uniforms for use by the Lake Charles Fire Department for a twelve (12) month period. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to accept the lowest responsible bid and to enter into an agreement, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, with Southern Specialty Products, in the amount of $2,968.22 for the purchase of public safety uniforms ordered on an as-needed basis, for use by the Lake Charles Fire Department for a twelve (12) month period, on the bids received on June 16, 2026. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles is further authorized to pay said low bidder from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 7/1/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 5 Donald W. Fondel, Matt Young, Craig Marks, Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Absent: 2 Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles Jul 10 1t 2126836 Notice Cost- $1412.50

The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Sulphur will conduct a public hearing on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, Louisiana. The applications and supporting materials are available at City Hall for inspection and any person may speak or submit written statement in that regard. The following items will be discussed: In accordance with Article IV, Part 3 of the Land Use Ordinance of the City of Sulphur the following request has been made: 1. Resolution granting a variance to Anonexay Kittirath, 797 North Claiborne Street, to allow 2 mobile homes to sit on 68 feet of road frontage rather than the required 100 feet. 2. Resolution granting a variance to Edward Holmes, 1152 Cypress Street, to allow for the expansion of a non-conforming use (current mobile home is 12x60, new mobile home is 16x70). CITY OF SULPHUR, LOUISIANA BY: ARLENE BLANCHARD, Secretary Jul 10 1t 2126782 Notice Cost- $44.50