ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received for the construction of the following project and shall be directed to the Cameron Parish Parks & Recreation District No. 7 (Owner). The deadline for receipt of bids is 10:00 am on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the K&M Project Services Office, 1000 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 (337.508.2868); at which time bids will be publicly read aloud. FOR: Proposed Recreation Area Improvements at 204 East Creole Hwy., Creole, LA 70632 Cameron Parish Parks & Recreation District No. 7 Cameron Parish, Louisiana PROJECT NUMBER: K&M Project No.: 2025-004 Official Bid Documents can be downloaded from Central Bidding at www.centralbidding.com. Electronic bid submission will not be accepted. All bids must be submitted in hard copy and delivered to the Owner at the location and time specified above. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Designer at: K&M Project Services, LLC 1000 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 337-508-2868 mitch@ kmprojectservices.com / nicholas@ kmprojectservices.com A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 2:00pm on October 8, 2026, at the Project Site, 204 East Creole Hwy, Creole, LA 70643 Cameron Parish Parks & Recreation District No. 7 /s/ Lindsey Fontenot, President Sept 24,Oct 1,15,22 4t 2137480 Notice Cost- $367.21

NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to article IV, section 21(D)(1) of the Louisiana Constitution, that on September 17, 2026, Delta South Louisiana Gas Company, LLC (Delta South), a natural gas public utility having facilities to permit the local distribution of natural gas to residential and commercial customers in the parishes listed below, filed with the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) its Evaluation Report pursuant to its Gas Operation Rate Stabilization Plan (RSP) Rider for the test year ended June 30, 2026 (TY 2026), in accordance with LPSC Order No. U-37345. Delta Souths Gas Operations RSP filing, if approved by the LPSC as filed, will result in a rate increase of approximately $9.30 million annually inclusive of impacts due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), effective as of December 16, 2026. Affected Parishes: Acadia, Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Evangeline, Iberia, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, Rapides, St. Helena, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Vermilion, Vernon, and Washington. Delta Souths RSP filing for the 2026 Test Year reflects an Earned Return on Equity (EROE) of 5.30% and pursuant to the RSPs cost of service sharing mechanism, the EROE requires a rate adjustment by Delta South. It is estimated that the requested net rate increase will have the following effect on average monthly bills: a Residential customer using 27 CCF will increase approximately $4.99; and a Small Commercial-Firm Service customer using 155 CCF will increase approximately $28.65. The Companys filing and its attachments may be viewed in the Records Division of the LPSC at the following address: Records Division 602 N. 5th Street, 12th Floor Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802 Telephone: (225) 342-3157 Toll Free (800) 256-2397 DELTA SOUTH LOUISIANA GAS COMPANY, LLC Sept 24 1t 2137477 Notice Cost- $122.46

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS 09/21/2026 Notice is hereby given that the following properties are in violation of the Lake Charles Code of Ordinances. The property owners listed below will have 5 (five) days to correct the issues noted, or Citys contractors will correct the issues at the owners expense. Sec. 23:3-5: High grass and/or weeds, Trash, rubbish, refuse, debris violations: Kendrick Charles Wilkins, 1700 Blk. of N Adams St Lot S of 1710 N Adams St, Assessment # 00282995 Robert LeBlanc Properties LLC, 1214 Arkansas St, Assessment # 00273724 5Point Rental & Realty LLC, 1302 Arkansas St, Assessment # 00307726 Timothy C Lawrence ET UX, 412 Bonvue, Assessment # 00429368 The BDH Group LLC, 307 S Cherry St, Assessment # 01027891 NAR Solutions Inc., 804 Cherryhill St, Assessment # 00399213A Farris Family Properties, 300 Blk. Church St Lot SW Corner Church & Bilbo St, Assessment # 00580201 Mazen Mustapha Hijazi, 501 W College St, Assessment # 00413224 Lannis Joseph (NMN) ET UX, 3418 Common St, Assessment # 00374865 Alpha Construction & Property Management LLC, 3429 Common St, Assessment # 00404594 Jimmy Labouve, 815 Craft St, Assessment # 00319368 Julia Thomas, 126 N Ford St, Assessment # 00606693 Laurel Crown Group LLC, 2105 Hagan St, Assessment # 00367303 Ivan Edward Avery ET UX, 411 Jackson St, Assessment # 00588261 Anthony Belvin, 602 Jackson St, Assessment # 01325155 Suzette Chenevert Alford, 709 Jackson St, Assessment # 00890804 Elite Investing LLC, 2028 Knapp St, Assessment # 00398829A Rathnam Indurthy ET UX, 612 E Lagrange St, Assessment # 00390119 Elizabeth Simon, 100 Blk. N Lyons St NE corner N Lyons & Lewis St, Assessment # 00601772 Lake City Construction Inc., 901 E McNeese St, Assessment # 01321584 Harold Tillman Shelton, 500 Blk. Mill St Lot E of 515 Mill St, Assessment # 01358904 George Morris, 319 Moss St, Assessment # 00549444 Tournesol Properties LLC, 3016 Reidway St, Assessment # 00309796 TKS Properties LLC, 1100 & 1102 Tulane St, Assessment # 000444456 Vallette Rentals LLC, 1013 14th St, Assessment # 00308900 Bayou Gator Enterprises LLC, 1016 14th St, Assessment # 00401714 Norris James Fontenot, 410 17th St, Assessment # 00913804 Esyma Loeb ET AL, 210 N Louisiana Ave, Assessment # 00580414 T&B Rentals LLC, 3208 Louisiana Ave., Assessment # 00292311 Lucinda Marie Leger Roberson ET VIR, 3702 Louisiana Ave., Assessment # 00405825 AT&T Mobility LLC, 4718 Nelson Rd, Assessment # 01320957 Sec. 23:4-5: Trash & debris; piles and accumulations violations: Autumn Ryley Treme, 1321 Bank St, Assessment # 00572683 Konicnatel, 2316 Dewey St, Assessment # 00289671 Navy Simon, 2135 Martha St, Assessment # 00476846 Dominique Simon, 1205 Tulane St, Assessment # 00382663 Sec. 23:5 (B-C): Dirt Pile(s) for Landscaping or Otherwise violations: Robert LeBlanc Properties LLC, 1214 Arkansas St, Assessment # 00273724 Damika Renee Harmon, 3920 Brentwood St, Assessment # 00330310 AT & T Mobility LLC, 4718 Nelson RD, Assessment # 01320957 Sept 24, 26 2t 2137476 Notice Cost- $187.00

WHEREABOUTS Anyone with knowledge of the whereabouts or location of JAMES WILLIAM HARLOW and/or MELISSA JO CLEVELAND HARLOW, with a last known residence within Calcasieu parish, LA, please, contact Attorney Steven Coward at (337) 515-2233. Sept 24, 26 2t 2137358 Notice Cost- $49.69

WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of CAMERON BARANEK please contact Lawrence Babineaux, Attorney (337)884-8302, 2026-2153. Sept 24, 26, 29 3t 2137353 Notice Cost- $59.61

SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 DATE, TIME, PLACE OF MEETING The Calcasieu Parish School Board meeting was held at 3310 Broad Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Aaron Natali, President. The prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Rev. Desmond Wallace. ROLL CALL The roll was called by Superintendent VanMetre and the following members were present: Aaron Natali, Karen Hardy-McReynolds, Shawn Baumgarten, Dean Roberts, Patrick Pichon, Mary Fontenot, Dr. Betty Washington, Damon Hardesty, Tony OBanion, Russell Castille, Eric Tarver, Rev. Desmond Wallace, and Glenda Gay. Absent: Billy Breaux, Phyllis Ayo APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion to approve by Mr. OBanion and a second by Mr. Hardesty, the Minutes of August 11, 2026 and August 25, 2026 were approved on a unanimous vote. PRESENTATIONS A. Jamey Rasberry/LCMH Sports Medicine Director B. Tad Martin/CPSB Representative to Chennault SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT Dr. VanMetre gave the following report: Superintendents Report September 8, 2026 l. Head Start Summary Report Emergency preparedness drills were successfully conducted at all Head Start sites to ensure staff and students are familiar with safety procedures. Head Start Home Visits were completed prior to the start of the school year. During these visits, teachers met with families to establish positive relationships and discuss the 2026-2027 School Readiness Goals. Head Start Orientation sessions were held at all sites. Participation was required for all Head Start families to provide important information regarding program expectations, policies, and services. Open House events were conducted across all Head Start sites, providing parents with an opportunity to visit classrooms, meet staff, and learn about upcoming family engagement activities. Policy Council representatives were also selected during this process. 2. I would like to report our August 2026 sales tax numbers which show collections at $18,896,258, which is $2,855,001 above budget for the month and $1,758,932 or 10.3% above collections for the same month in 2025. 3. The latest hurricane report is in your packet. 4. You received the current school population report, reflecting the number from May 31st to August 31st. 5. Congratulations to Stu Cook, Offensive Coordinator, Iowa High School. He was recently named the 2026 Broyles Award Winner for the State of Louisiana. This prestigious honor recognizes Coach Cook as one of the top assistant football coaches in the state and is a testament to his leadership, preparation, and commitment to our players and program. Only one assistant coach is selected from each state every year. Coach Cook has played an instrumental role in the continued success of Iowa Football, helping lead the Yellow Jackets to the 2025 LHSAA Division II State Championship. He will be honored in February at the annual Broyles Award ceremony in Hot Springs, Arkansas. We will recognize him at the board level later in the year. 6. Our first Literacy Day event for this year was held at TS Cooley Elementary. Students were able to participate in literacy games and fun as well as reading a book with district staff. Thank you to Dr. Anderson for helping to organize this event. 7. Thank you to the transportation department for helping provided transportation for spectators at the recent 2026 Airshow at Chennault. Executive Director Kevin Melton sent a letter of appreciation to all of the bus drivers that participated in particular Mr. McDonald for his planning and execution as well as Mrs. Adams for her on-site direction. Our drivers helped support 20,318 attendees over two days. 8. As part of the Air Show, two members of the Blue Angels spoke this month to students at LaGrange High School. Students were able to see a presentation on what it takes to be a member of the Blue Angels and ask questions. Thank you to the Blue Angels as well as Chennault for helping to organize this event. 9. In your packet and at your place tonight you will see the annual ethics disclosure form regarding any family members working for CPSB. This must be turned in by September 15 or there will be daily fines. We are glad to upload this for you and keep the transmission report in your file here, just let Peggy know if you want her to turn this in for you. Family members are defined as: Your children, the spouses of your children, your brothers, your sisters, the spouses of your brothers, the spouses of your sisters, your parents, your spouse, the parents of your spouse. If you do not have an immediate family member employed by CPSB, you are not required to file this disclosure. If any of your family members are no longer employed, we do need to inform the ethics office that the filer or the family member is no longer employed. We can help with that, as well. 10. In your packet and at your place tonight you will see the annual related party questionnaire required by our external auditors. Please dont leave here tonight without turning that in to Peggy. 11. I am required to read the following notice: The following notice is pending Judicial approval: PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE is hereby given in compliance with La. R.S. 42:19.1, that School District No. 33 of the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, (the District), will meet in open and public session on the 6th day of October, 2026, at 5:00 oclock p.m. at the offices of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, 3310 Broad Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, to consider calling an election to be held in the District on April 17, 2027, to consider authorizing ad valorem property tax secured bonds for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving land and playgrounds, purchasing, erecting, enlarging and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for said District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public for the purpose of operating and maintaining the Districts school facilities. Announced: September 8, 2026 This concludes the Superintendents Report. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Natali read the following items: A. Executive session to discuss Conley et al. v. Lake Charles School Board (now Calcasieu Parish School Board) No. 80-1709 as supplemental to No. 9981, U.S.D.C.,W.D., La. B. Discussion involving annual Superintendents evaluation Braylon Harris, representing Mount Olive Baptist Church, submitted a blue card to address the Board. On a motion by Mr. Tarver, and seconded by Mrs. Fontenot, the Board adjourned into Executive Session on a unanimous vote at 5:26 p.m. TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board resumed Regular Session at 6:45 p.m. on the same motions. A. Board direction for developing parish-wide bonding plan Mr. Pichon, with a second by Mr. Baumgarten, offered a motion to direct the Superintendent to develop plans with the court for parish-wide bonding, including directing counsel to prepare a motion requesting the court to reconsider its prior order, so as to authorize District 33 to proceed with a bond issue. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. B. Discussion involving annual Superintendents evaluation Mr. Natali reported that the Board had rated him highly effective. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. A&P Committee/August 25, 2026/Sean Baumgarten, Chair Mr. Baumgarten gave the following report: The Calcasieu Parish School Board Administration and Personnel Committee meeting Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in the Board Room at 3310 Broad Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana. A quorum was present. Shawn Baumgarten called the meeting to order at 5:57 p.m. Present: Glenda Gay, Russell Castille, Mary Fontenot, Patrick Pichon, Tony OBanion, Rev Desmond Wallace, Dr. Betty Washington, Eric Tarver, Damon Hardesty, Shawn Baumgarten, Phyllis Ayo, Dean Roberts, Karen Hardy-McReynolds, Billy Breaux: Aaron Natali Mr. Barrentine presented revisions to the Calcasieu Parish School Board Policies: There were minor revisions to the language with these policies. Personal Business, Leave Without Pay GBRIA, BIDS & Quotations DJED On a motion by Billy Breaux and seconded by Tony OBanion, it was recommended to approve the policies: GBRIA, DJED On behalf of the committee, Mr. Baumgarten offered a motion to accept the recommendation; a second was not needed. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Mr. Barrentine had a Discussion to adopt the state FP&C fee Schedule for A/E Schedule. On a motion by Dean Roberts and seconded by Russell Castille, it was recommended to adopt the schedule. On behalf of the committee, Mr. Baumgarten offered a motion to accept the recommendation; a second was not needed. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Mr. Barrentine presented policy Employment for Retired Personnel - GBDA. Tony OBanion with a second by Russell Castille, called the question to cease discussion and have the board vote on the discussed item. Calling the question passed on the required 2/3 vote, by roll call: Yes: Glenda Gay, Russell Castille, Mary Fontenot, Patrick Pichon, Tony OBanion, Rev Desmond Wallace, Dr. Betty Washington, Eric Tarver, Damon Hardesty, Shawn Baumgarten. No: Phyllis Ayo, Dean Roberts Abstaining: Karen Hardy-McReynolds, Billy Breaux: Aaron Natali left the meeting Dr Betty Washington, with a second by Damon Hardesty, offered a motion to adopt the State retire-rehire policy as approved on July 1, 2026. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. On behalf of the committee, Mr. Baumgarten offered a motion to accept the recommendation; a second was not needed. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. There being no further business to discuss, on a motion by Tony OBanion and seconded by Rev Desmond Wallace, the committee adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. B. C&I Committee/August 25, 2026/Phyllis Ayo, Chair Vice-Chair Dr. Betty Washington gave the following report, all for Informational Purposes Only: The Calcasieu Parish School Board Curriculum and lnstruction Committee met Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in the Board Room, 3310 Broad Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana. Committee Members Present: Phyllis Ayo; Chair, Shawn Baumgarten, Mary Fontenot, Damon Hardesty, Karen Hardy McReynolds, Tony OBanion, Patrick Pichon, Rev. Desmond Wallace, and Dr. Betty Washington; Vice Chair. Other Board Members Present: Russell Castille, Glenda Gay, and Dean Roberts. The C & I Committee Meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Phyllis Ayo, Chair. The prayer and pledge were led at the opening of the Special Called Board Meeting. The roll was called and there was a quorum. Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Chief Academic Officer, presented the Board with a C & I overview. Mr. Harvey gave updates on the Pupil Progression Plan, Accountability, Literacy Program, and Professional Development. The agenda item for the C & I Committee meeting was for informational purposes only and did not require a vote. There being no further business to discuss, Phyllis Ayo; Chair, requested a motion to adjourn at7.24 p.m., which was made by Dean Roberts and seconded by Karen Hardy McReynolds; the motion carried on a unanimous vote. TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Mr. Natali read the following: A. Consideration of Resolution to retain Stutes & Lavergne Law Firm for sales tax appeal by BellSouth Telecommunications, LLC. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Calcasieu Parish School Board administers and collects within the Parish of Calcasieu, sales and use tax both individually and as agent for various political subdivisions; WHEREAS, a dispute and protest has arisen in connection with an assessment of taxes due by BellSouth Telecommunications, LLC.; WHEREAS, BellSouth Telecommunications, LLC. has filed a petition with the Board of Tax Appeals in lieu of filing suit; WHEREAS, there exists a real necessity involving the public interest for the Calcasieu Parish School Board to be represented by special counsel in the appeals petition proceedings and any subsequent litigation; and WHEREAS, the Calcasieu Parish School Board desires to retain Stutes & Lavergne Law Firm as special counsel for the Calcasieu Parish School Board in connection with the appeals petition proceedings and any subsequent litigation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Stutes & Lavergne Law Firm is hereby retained as special counsel for the Calcasieu Parish School Board in connection with the above appeals petition proceedings and any subsequent litigation, at hourly rates not to exceed the maximums set forth in the most recent Louisiana Attorney Generals approved fee schedule. On a motion to approve by Mr. Hardesty and a second by Mr. Castille, the motion carried on a unanimous vote. CORRESPONDENCE Mr. Natali read the following: A. Change Order Number Two (2) for the project, Additions to Western Heights; District 23 Bond Funds; Barry King, AIA, Architect; Seth Priola Construction, LLC., Contractor; Increase of twenty-seven (27) days. On a motion to approve by Mr. Hardesty and a second by Mr. Baumgarten, the motion carried on a unanimous vote. B. Change Order Number Three (3) for the project, Starks High School Renovations; District 24 Bond Funds; VSG Architects; K&J Development of SWLA, Contractor; Increase of $26, 425.00 and Increase of fifteen (15) days. On a motion to approve by Mr. Hardesty and a second by Mr. Baumgarten, the motion carried on a unanimous vote. C. Beneficial Occupancy/Starks High School Renovations On a motion to approve by Mr. Hardesty and a second by Mr. Baumgarten, the motion carried on a unanimous vote. CONDOLENCES AND RECOGNITIONS Mr. Castille asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Mrs. Jeanette Cormier. Dr. Washington, Rev. Wallace, and Mrs. Hardy-McReynolds asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Mrs. Stephanie Morris. SCHEDULED COMMITTEES Budget Committee/September 22, 2026/5:00 p.m. ADJOURN MEETING On a motion by Mr. Hardesty and a second by Mrs. Hardy-McReynolds, the meeting adjourned at 6:54 p.m. Aaron Natali, President Jason VanMetre, Ed.D., Secretary Sept 24 1t 2137250 Notice Cost- $385.00

Notice of Lost Promissory Note PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to La. R.S. 13:3741, that the following instrument has been lost: Type of instrument: Promissory Note Date of instrument: February 5, 2024 Maker/Drawer: Joel Rosario Payee/Holder: LandLocked Investment Properties, LLC Principal amount/ Face value: $150,000.00 plus $7,072.69 interest for a total of $157972.69 Identifying information: Promissory Note final Due Date August 8, 2024 Date and circumstances of loss: misplaced after execution The undersigned, LandLocked Investment Properties, LLC, is the holder of the above-described instrument and has been unable to locate it after diligent search. ANY PERSON having possession of, or any knowledge of the whereabouts of, the above-described instrument is requested to notify the undersigned immediately at the address and telephone number below. Demand is hereby made for the return of the instrument. All persons are warned that the instrument has been lost and, where applicable, that payment or negotiation may be stopped. The undersigned reserves all rights and remedies available under Louisiana law with respect to the lost instrument. Contact for return or information: Nathan P. Bromley, P.O. Box 2471, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70821; (225) 387-3221; nathan.bromley@taylorporter.com Nathan P. Bromley, #41172 Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips, LLP 450 Laurel Street, 8th Floor (70801) P.O. Box 2471 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-2471 Sept 24 1t 2137233 Notice Cost- $105.92

PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Iowa will hold a public hearing to solicit the publics opinion of the effectiveness of the 2023 LCDBG Clearance Grant program for Demolition, Contract No._2000899999. The hearing will be held at the Town of Iowa in the Meeting Room, 115 N Thomson Avenue, Iowa, LA 70647, at 5:00 P.M. on October 5, 2026. Comments and opinions on the LCDBG Clearance/Demolition project will be accepted. Accommodations will be made for handicapped and non-English speaking persons provided a three (3) day notice is received by the Town of Iowa. All interested parties are encouraged to attend, particularly those low to moderate income residents. Anyone unable to attend this hearing may submit written comments to Ms. Eva Kibodeaux, 115 N Thomson Avenue, Iowa LA 70647 through October 2, 2026. Sept 24 1t 2137061 Notice Cost- $34.00

WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Christopher Luis Ochoa, please contact attorney Wayne Bush, 119 S. 1st Street, Leesville, LA 71446, or call 337-378-0051. Sept 22, 24 2t 2137054 Notice Cost- $43.08

ADVERTISEMENT The Parish Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Police Jury of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on: 1. October 21, 2026. 2. At the Office of the Parish Purchasing Agent on the first floor of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, at the hour of 2:00 p.m. Central Time Zone (CTZ). 3. For the Pavement Preservation, in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, more particularly described as CALCASIEU PARISH PROJECT NO. 26-105-1234. 4. Plans and specifications are available for electronic bidding through www.calcasieu.gov. MANDATORY ELECTRONIC BIDS AND MANDATORY ELECTRONIC BID SUBMISSION: This project requires mandatory electronic bidding and mandatory electronic bid submittals. All specifications, whether Standard, Supplemental or Special Provisions, are hereby amended to delete any references regarding paper bids and the ability to submit paper bid forms. Electronic bidding requires the installation of the InfoTech Express Sign Tool and the generation of an InfoTech Digital ID for the business authorized signer. The bidder must submit request for Digital ID approval and activation prior to bid acceptance. The electronic bidding service offers customer support that may be reached at 888-352-2439 between the hours of 6:00 AM 7:00 PM (CTZ) or via email at support@bidexpress.com. The contractor is responsible for investigating and complying with electronic bid submission with and through the electronic bidding service. It is recommended that bidders navigate the service in advance to upcoming bid deadlines. All bids must be submitted electronically. No paper bids will be accepted. 5. Preference is given to materials, supplies, and provisions that are produced, manufactured, or grown in Louisiana, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside the State. 6. All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates, and must be in the form of an electronic bid bond as described in LSAR.S. 38:2212 E.(1) per the standards adopted by the office of the governor, division of administration and the office of the information technology as provided for in LAC 4:X.701. Bid security shall be written by a surety or insurance company currently on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies which is published annually in the Federal Register, or by a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide to write individual bonds up to ten percent of policyholders surplus as shown in the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide or by an insurance company in good standing licensed to write bid bonds which is either domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents, all in accordance with LSA--R.S. 38:2218. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable. The contractor is responsible for investigating and complying with electronic bid bond submission with and through the electronic bidding service. 7. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount, which shall be written by a surety or insurance company currently on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies which is published annually in the Federal Register, or by a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide to write individual bonds up to ten percent of policyholders surplus as shown in the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide or by an insurance company in good standing licensed to write bid bonds which is either domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents, all in accordance with LSA--R.S. 38:2219. The successful bidder shall be required to have 5% or 10% retainage withheld from all payments. 8. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who are licensed under LSA--R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LSA--R.S. 38:2214. 9. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause as permitted by LA R.S. 38:2214B. The ability of an Entity to reject any bid is applicable only when administered in accordance with the Public Bid Law. In accordance with LSA--R.S. 38:2212B.(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section, and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity. 10. The public shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract between the Parish and the Contractor is fully executed. 11. Official action on this bid will be taken within forty-five (45) days by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, except as may be extended by mutual written consent with the lowest responsible bidder. Brian Abshire, President Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Sept 24, Oct 1, 8 3t 2137049 Notice Cost- $419.50

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS 09/17/2026 Notice is hereby given that the following properties are in violation of the Lake Charles Code of Ordinances. The property owners listed below will have 5 (five) days to correct the issues noted, or Citys contractors will correct the issues at the owners expense. Sec. 23:3-5: High grass and/or weeds, Trash, rubbish, refuse, debris violations: Robert LeBlanc Properties LLC, 911 Adams St, Assessment # 00369381 Robert LeBlanc Properties LLC, 919 Adams St, Assessment # 00350680 Abigail Green, 314 N Bank St, Assessment # 00571601 Steven H. Budwine, 1600 Blk. Brick St Lot E of 1607 Brick St, Assessment # 00582875 Anthony Green Jr., 1610 Brick St, Assessment # 00577677 Diane Alfreda Valentine Wheeler, 1612 Brick St, Assessment # 00563706 Levi Dunbar Jr., 200 Blk. of Calcasieu St Lot N of 229 Calcasieu St, Assessment # 00318604 Joseph Courtney Semien Jr. ET UX, 1713 Carver St, Assessment # 00403776 Laurel Crown Group LLC, 413 S Cherry St, Assessment # 00451177 Lytle LLC, 728 Clarence St, Assessment # 00594253 Joseph Edward Thibodeaux Jr. 2025 Cline St, Assessment # 00423319 Donald Chavis Jr., 2625 Cline St, Assessment # 00313149 John Berchman Smith Jr., 2111 Jackson St, Assessment # 00362719 Maria Dolores Bonilla Portillo ET AL, 624 N Jake St, Assessment # 00272469 Stephen Charles Ellis ET UX, 1401 Kirkman St, Assessment # 00584657 Diedrick Simien, 619 S Lyons St, Assessment # 00574090B Richard Anthony Micheletti, 714 S Lyons St, Assessment # 00558915 Dwayne McQuinton Montgomery, 1818 Mill St, Assessment # 00564362 Lillie Mae Washington Liddel-James ET AL, 1502 Mill St, Assessment # 00581267 Larissa Blunt Babineaux, 1714 Mill St, Assessment # 00565105 Chester Joseph Jones ET AL, 1100 Blk. Pine St Lot E of 1115 Pine St, Assessment # 00608823 Reeves Temple C M E Church, 1501 Pine St, Assessment # 00606065 Gloria Jean Rudd, 1520 Pine St, Assessment # 00599042 Timothy Clark, 1536 Pine St, Assessment # 00591068 Marlon Mayo ET AL, 1600 Blk. Pine St Lot E of 1609 Pine St, Assessment # 00471429 Katie Elizabeth Wendt, 516 Pryce St, Assessment # 00610402 Amy Joe Manuel ET AL, 811 Pryce St, Assessment # 00606057 Deloris Robinson Pryce ET AL, 919 Pryce St, Assessment # 00555762 Guadalupe Properties LLC, 415 W School St, Assessment # 00336866 Main Street Liquor LLC, 1227 12th St, Assessment # 00611115 JPMG1 Properties LLC, 1827 12th St, Assessment # 00592064 Eric Mbakwa Nduku ET UX, 1909 12th St, Assessment # 00578142 Renee Jane Trahan, 1925 12th St, Assessment # 00588393 Robert Hamilton ET AL, 2013 Hwy 14, Assessment # 00345512 Denise Anita ONeal Redmond, 2407 12th St, Assessment # 00402001 Konichatel Inc., 2423 12th St, Assessment # 00294608 Larry Lee Mitchell ET UX, 2432 12th St, Assessment # 00280763 Andrew Louis Stout, 2719 12th St, Assessment # 00279315 Larry Gene Thomas, 1729 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00398462 Leroy Citizen (NMI) Jr., 1743 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00281034 Debra Gray ET AL, 1808 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00368148 Kenneth Dwayne Pappion ET AL, 1821 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00394467 The BDH Group LLC, 1823 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00347892 Ernest Williams Jr, (NMN) ET UX, 1829 Broadmoor Dr., Assessment # 00448567 Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 612 Louisiana Ave, Assessment # 00754870 Levi Joseph Dunbar Jr., 2026 Railroad Ave, Assessment # 00394149 Mark Caldwell LLC, 1860 B S Tallow Wood Dr., Assessment # 01063898 Christopher John Simien ET UX, 624 Timberline Dr., Assessment # 00285749 Sec. 23:4-5: Trash & debris; piles and accumulations violations: Harold Simpson, 1103 Arkansas St, Assessment # 00369551 Bel & Pete Investment Properties LLC, 708 Armstrong St, Assessment # 00437697 Leroy Hightower, 2506 Dietz St, Assessment # 00341134 Charlie Huddleson, 1700 Blk. Mill St 2nd Lot E of 1707 Mill St, Assessment # 00574627 Ronald Lazard, 824 Pryce St, Assessment # 00783935 Benjamin LLoyde Pearce ET UX, 1744 N Tallow Wood Dr., Assessment # 00914258 Sept 22, 24 2t 2137046 Notice Cost- $244.00

SHERIFFS SALE ADVERTISEMENT FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF CALCASIEU STATE OF LOUISIANA MICHAEL RAY KRAUS C-2026-3393 JOHN MORRIS THOMAS By virtue of a writ of SEIZURE AND SALE issued and to me directed by the Honorable Court aforesaid, I have seized and will offer for sale at public auction to the last and highest bidder WITHOUT the benefit of appraisement, sale via an online auction site at www.Bid4Assets.com/CalcasieuSheriffSales, starting at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 between legal hours and the following described property situated in the Parish of Calcasieu, State of Louisiana, to-wit: LOT TWENTY-THREE (23) OF BLOCK FORTY-TWO (42) OF HI MOUNT ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2 AT PAGE 81, RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA AND THE SOUTH (S/2) OF ALLEY ABANDONED BY THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES IN CONVEYANCE BOOK 1187 AT PAGE 373, TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS SITUATED THEREON. MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 621 18TH STREET, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601 TERMS: REQUIRES CASH UPON ADJUDICATION, SAID PAYMENT SHALL BE MADE IN FULL BY THE PURCHASER NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M. ON THE FRIDAY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SALE. GARY STITCH GUILLORY, Sheriff Calcasieu Parish, LA. Sheriffs Office, Lake Charles, LA., September 9, 2026 VAN SENECA, LLC Attorneys for PLAINTIFF Sept 24, Oct 15 2t 2136803 Notice Cost- $103.00