PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held to consider the following re- quests: 1. A Public hearing for a Rezone request for 1305 Eleventh St., Patterson, La, to re- zone R1 residential to C2 business by Emmanuel Listi ETAl “3.5 AC BD WILLIAMS - SWITCH - VIGUERIE - ST RR - RR LESS SALE 10T 104678 ACQ 37S 247958.’ 2. A Public hearing for a Rezone request for 0 Park St. Patterson, La to rezone R1 residential to C1 business by Emmanuel Listi ETAl “LOT DESIGNATED BLK 11 HAUSMAN BROS AND NORMAN LTD SUBD PER PLAT 3P 44044 BD NORMAN AVE - ELEVENTH ST - HAUSMAN AVE - RAILROAD ACQ 37T 248128.” Public hearing will be held on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 6 PM, Patterson City Hall. All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. William Gil, City of Patterson, LA, Building Official Certified Building Official & Plans Examiner Louisiana Licensed Contractor Badged FEMA Contractor Adv. June 24, 26 and July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinances were introduced at a regular meeting of the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana (the “Parish Council”), on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and laid over for publication of notice: PROPOSED ORDINANCES An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (Jason Breaux) An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (SQF, LLC C/O ITG Communications) An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (The Towers LLC/Integrisite Inc.) NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at five-forty-five (5:45) o’clock p.m. at the Parish Council Room of the Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, at which time there will be a public hearing on the adoption of the aforesaid ordinances. /s/ Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo CHAIRPERSON OF THE COUNCIL ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL /s/ Lisa C. Morgan CLERK OF THE COUNCIL ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL Adv. July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Seismic Public Meeting Notice To the Citizens and Landowners of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. Echo Ocean Science LLC will be conducting seismic activity within the waters of West Cote Blanche Bay. The activity area is located 5 miles southeast of the Port of West St. Mary and 11.5 miles southwest of Franklin, LA. A seismic energy source will be de- ployed from a survey vessel at two fixed locations within the activity area. The energy source used will be a compressed air source deployed to a depth of 3 ft below the water surface. This energy source will be activated repeatedly at each of the two locations during the survey. Seismic receiver instruments will be deployed within the boreholes of existing oil wells with the activity area. There will not be any seismic receiver instruments, cables, or ropes deployed on the seafloor as part of this project. The survey will begin on approximately 1 August, 2026 and last until approximately 14 August, 2026. To provide the public with additional information regarding the seismic survey, Echo Ocean Science LLC and LDWF will hold a public meeting at 6:00 pm on 14 July, 2026. The meeting will be held at Council Room in City Hall at 300 Iberia Street, in Franklin, LA 70538. For additional details pertaining to the seismic survey prior to the public meeting, contact Edward Majzlik (346) 436-2534. An outline of the seismic project showing the potential area to be affected is located at wlf.louisiana.gov/page/seismic-exploration-permits under Current Public Notices. Any public comments should be submitted to Joe Maryman at jmaryman@wlf.la.gov. Adv. June 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, July 1, 3, 8 and 10, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION 00 0004 – ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by Hospital Service District No. 1 of St. Mary Parish d/b/a Bayou Bend Health System, Attn: Sharon Procell, 1097 Northwest Blvd, Franklin, LA 70538 until 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids may also be submitted electronically via the Centerline Bidding Module at www.centerlinebidconnect.com. Bidders shall be solely responsible for ensuring that their bids are received on or be- fore the bid opening and neither the Owner nor the Architect shall be responsible for any failure of the delivery method chosen. FOR: Bayou Bend Outpatient Clinic 1098 Northwest Boulevard Franklin, LA 70538 GHC Project No. 6021121 A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am at Bayou Bend Hospital Board Room, 1097 Northwest Blvd, Franklin, LA 70538. No bid will be accepted from any contractor who does not attend and sign-in at the Pre-Bid Conference. Complete Bidding Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from Centerline Bidding Module at www.centerlinebidconnect.com. If you are not currently a subscriber, you will need to apply for “Free Access”. Ac- cess to the project is without charge and without deposit and will allow you to view, download or send bid documents to a printer. Prospective bidders desiring further information or interpretations of the Drawings and/or Specifications shall request such data electronically via www.centerlinebidconnect.com. Answers to all questions, inquiries and re- quests for additional information will be issued in the form of Addenda to the Drawings and Specifications and copies of each addendum will be posted on www.centerlinebidconnect.com and to all prospective bidders. Refer to In- structions to Bidders. 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 a certified check, cashier’s check or Bid Bond Form written by a surety company licensed to do business in Louisiana, signed by the surety’s agency or attorney-in-fact. The Bid Bond shall be in favor of Hospital Service District No. 1 of St. Mary Parish d/b/a Bayou Bend Health System, and shall be ac- companied by appropriate power of attorney. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount. Surety must be listed currently on the U.S. Department of Treasury Financial management Service List (Treasury List) as ap- proved for an amount equal to or greater than the contract amount, or must be an insurance company domiciled in Louisiana or own-ed by Louisiana residents. If surety is qualified other than by listing on the Treasury list, the contract amount may not exceed fifteen percent of policyholders’ surplus as shown by surety’s most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance and may not exceed the amount of $500,000. However, a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide shall not be subject to the $500,000 limitation, provided that the contract amount does not exceed ten percent of policyholders’ surplus as shown in the latest A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide nor fifteen percent of policyholder’s surplus as shown by surety’s most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance. The Bond shall be signed by the surety’s agent or attorney-in-fact. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Building Construction. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212 (A)(1)(c). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. The Owner re- serves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212 (A)(1)(b), the provisions and re- quirements of this Section, those stated in the advertisement for bids, and those required on the bid form shall not be considered as informalities and shall not be waived by any public entity. Adv. June 17, 24 and July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION 00 0004 – ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by Hospital Service District No. 1 of St. Mary Parish d/b/a Bayou Bend Health System, Attn: Sharon Procell, 1097 Northwest Blvd, Franklin, LA 70538 until 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids may also be submitted electronically via the Centerline Bidding Module at www.centerlinebidconnect.com. Bidders shall be solely responsible for ensuring that their bids are received on or before the bid opening and neither the Owner nor the Architect shall be responsible for any failure of the delivery method chosen. FOR: Bayou Bend Hospital Lab and P.T. Renovation 1097 Northwest Boulevard Franklin, LA 70538 GHC Project No. 6025321 A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:00am at Bayou Bend Hospital Board Room, 1097 Northwest Blvd, Franklin, LA 70538. No bid will be accepted from any contractor who does not attend and sign-in at the Pre-Bid Conference. Complete Bidding Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from Centerline Bidding Module at www.centerlinebidconnect.com. If you are not currently a subscriber, you will need to apply for “Free Access”. Ac- cess to the project is without charge and without deposit and will allow you to view, download or send bid documents to a printer. Prospective bidders desiring further information or interpretations of the Drawings and/or Specifications shall request such data electronically via www.centerlinebidconnect.com. Answers to all questions, inquiries and re- quests for additional information will be issued in the form of Addenda to the Drawings and Specifications and copies of each addendum will be posted on www.centerlinebidconnect.com and to all prospective bidders. Refer to In- structions to Bidders. 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 a certified check, cashier’s check or Bid Bond Form written by a surety company licensed to do business in Louisiana, signed by the surety’s agency or attorney-in-fact. The Bid Bond shall be in favor of Hospital Service District No. 1 of St. Mary Parish d/b/a Bayou Bend Health System, and shall be ac- companied by appropriate power of attorney. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable. The successful Bidder shall be re- quired to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract amount. Surety must be listed currently on the U.S. Department of Treasury Financial management Service List (Treasury List) as ap- proved for an amount equal to or greater than the contract amount, or must be an insurance company domiciled in Louisiana or own-ed by Louisiana residents. If surety is qualified other than by listing on the Treasury list, the contract amount may not exceed fifteen percent of policyholders’ surplus as shown by surety’s most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance and may not exceed the amount of $500,000. However, a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide shall not be subject to the $500,000 limitation, provided that the contract amount does not exceed ten percent of policyholders’ surplus as shown in the latest A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide nor fifteen percent of policyholder’s surplus as shown by surety’s most recent financial statements filed with the Louisiana Department of Insurance. The Bond shall be signed by the surety’s agent or attorney-in-fact. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Building Construction. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212 (A)(1)(c). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. The Owner re- serves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212 (A)(1)(b), the provisions and re- quirements of this Section, those stated in the advertisement for bids, and those required on the bid form shall not be considered as informalities and shall not be waived by any public entity. Adv. June 24, July 1 and 8, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed ordinance has been introduced for enactment by the City Council of Morgan City, Louisiana. Said proposed ordinance provides for Recognizing and Continuing the Existing Operational Authority of the Ward 6 City Marshal of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available for inspection at City Hall and may be obtained by contacting the Administrative Secretary at 385-1770. Notice is further given that a public hearing has been called for 6:00 PM, local time, on July 28, 2026, in the Court Room, City Court Building, Highway 182 East at Myrtle Street, Morgan City, Louisiana, to receive and consider public input concerning said proposed ordinance. /s/ Genie G. Bonner Genie G. Bonner Administrative Secretary Adv. July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING REPORT JUNE 10, 2026 FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA 5:45 P.M. The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Vice Chairperson Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. presiding and the following members present: Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., and Dean Adams. Ab- sent were Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, Mark Duhon, and Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo. The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinances: An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2424 of St. Mary Parish to replace Archon Information Systems, LLC d/b/a CivicSource with a qualified/certified company for the process of advertising and sale of adjudicated properties; and otherwise providing with respect thereto. An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (Francis Sicard) There were no written and/or oral comments were received regarding the above ordinances. There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried. s/g Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D., Vice Chairperson s/g Lisa C. Morgan Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk Adv. July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA JUNE 10, 2026 FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA 6:00 P.M. The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Vice Chairperson Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. presiding and the following members present: Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, and Dean Adams. Absent were Rev. Craig Mathews, J Ina, and Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo. The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Olander and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Hill. Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the Second Regular Meeting, May 27, 2026 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried. Tomika Willis, owner of TDS Trucking & Training Technology and TDS Drone Innervation Services, and Partner, Dr. Johnny Morgan, appeared before the Council to discuss leasing property at 4418 Helicopter Road, Patterson. In reference to Mr. Olander’s in- quiry, Chief Ad- ministrative Officer, Paul J. Governale, stated that the property Mrs. Willis is referring to is in negotiation to be leased to another company and is no longer available. He ex- plained that be- cause it is an aviation facility, FFA requirements must be followed. After further discussion, Dr. Rink recommended that Mrs. Willis contact Director of Economic Development, Evan Boudreaux and Mr. Governale regarding other available properties within the Parish. Jacob Bell ap- peared before the Council to give an update on “Save Our Children Mentoring Program” Building. Discussion was had relative to the purchase of plants from Lowes, stripping and waxing of floors, and the lease agreement relative to maintenance. Mr. Hebert offer-ed Mr. Bell the use of his personal floor machine to assist with stripping and waxing the floors. Mr. Adams mov-ed up Item 13B, “FOR ADOPTION – An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (Francis Sicard)” Mr. Olander moved to adopt the following Ordinance. Mr. Hebert seconded the mo- tion, which carried by the following 8-0-0-3 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, and Rink NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mat-hews, Ina, and Hi- dalgo ORDINANCE NO. 2434 An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. EXHIBIT “A” THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE Name: Francis Sicard Address: 1933 Hwy 182 E., Bayou Vista, LA Parcel Id -2984341057.00, Lot 6-B Clarke Bayou Vista Subd; Acq. 36C 241792 - Sec.20 T15S R12E, - 2984341013.00, Lot Por No 5-B Clarke Bayou Vista Subd situated in Sec. 20 T15S R12E; Acq. 36C 241792 - 2984341059.00, Lot Por No 4-B Clarke Bayou Vista Subd Situated in Sec 20 T15S R12E; Acq 36C 241792, - 2984341014.00, Lot Por No 4-B Clarke Bayou Vista Subd; Situated in Sec 19 T15S R12E; Acq. 36C 241792 & - 2984341058.00, Lot Por No 5-B Clarke Bayou Vista Subd.; Situated in Sec. 19 T15S R12E; Acq. 36C 241792 Currently Zon-ed: Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District Specific Use Purpose: to allow for horses in a Single Family Residential Zon-ed District Per Mr. Adams’ inquiry, Planning & Zoning Director, Mandi LeBlanc stated that there was one adjacent property owner in opposition at the Planning & Zoning meeting due to concerns regarding smell, flies, rodents, and waste disposal. Dr. Francis Si- card described the property’s maintenance plan and stated that only two horses will be kept on 4.4 acres of property. Parish President, Sam Jones stated that approximately $10 million will be paid towards the outstanding bond debt by the end of the year. He in- formed that two potential businesses are considering locating in the Parish and he also provided an update on the renovation of the former Franklin Foundation Hospital. Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale, submitted his re- port for a two (2) week period, ending June 10, 2026. In reference to Mr. Hill’s inquiry, Mr. Governale stated that a roofing company has as- sessed the roof of the Council on Aging building in Morgan City. He also stated that the sewer issues on the building’s opposite side in the Sales Tax Office are be- ing assessed by a plumber and the Parish maintenance crew to get the problem re- solved. He stated that inside repairs are being done to the ceiling. Mr. Hebert thanked the recreation department for maintaining the Berwick Boat Landing. Discussion was had relative to the former Patterson Library. Beverly Domengeaux, Executive Director, St. Mary Council on Aging informed that the Senior Center in Morgan City is not closed and that meals are still being delivered at capacity. Mr. Olander moved to adopt the following Ordinance. Mr. Adams seconded the mo- tion, which carried by the following 8-0-0-3 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, and Rink NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Ina, Hidalgo, and Mat-hews ORDINANCE NO. 2435 An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2424 of St. Mary Parish to replace Archon Information Systems, LLC d/b/a Civicsource with a qualified/certified company for the process of advertising and sale of adjudicated properties; and otherwise providing with respect thereto. THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE In response to Mr. Duhon’s inquiry, Mr. Governale stated that he is not sure if titles were received from adjudicated property sales with CivicSource, which is being replaced with another qualified/certified company. Mr. Olander moved to adopt the following Resolutions. Mr. Rulf seconded the motion, which carried by the following 8-0-0-3 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, and Rink NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Hidalgo, Mathews, and Ina RESOLUTION Resolution auth- orizing Sam Jones, the President to execute Maintenance Agreements with the State of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Office of Engineering relative to Mowing and Litter Pickup for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2027. BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute Maintenance Agreements by and between the Department of Transportation and Development Office of Engineering, with said Maintenance Agreements to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises. ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this 10th day of June 2026. APPROVED: S/G KRISTI PREJEAN RINK, M.D. KRISTI P. RINK, M.D., VICE- CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL RESOLUTION A Resolution Providing Conditions For The Ac- ceptance Of Out- Of- Parish Solid Wastes Received From Areas Located More Than Five (5) Miles Beyond The Boundaries of St. Mary Parish WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Government operates the Harold J. “Babe” Landry Landfill (the Landfill) in Berwick, Louisiana for the disposal of solid waste in accordance with applicable state environmental regulations, including LAC 33:VII; and WHEREAS, the Landfill is permitted by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) to accept certain types of solid waste from certain areas as specified in its current effective solid waste permit; and WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council desires to ensure that the operation of the Landfill protects the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of St. Mary Parish while maintaining compliance with LDEQ regulations; and WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council recognizes the need to preserve Landfill capacity and Landfill life for the benefit of St. Mary Parish and its residents; and WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council further desires to provide a mechanism for the controlled acceptance of certain out-of-parish solid wastes when determined to be in the best interests of the Landfill and the citizens of St. Mary Parish; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED, that solid wastes shall continue to be accepted at the Landfill from all areas within the Parish and up to five (5) miles be- yond the boundaries of St. Mary Parish as previously authorized in Resolution which was adopted and approved by the St. Mary Parish Council on September 12, 1990. Only the types of solid waste authorized by the LDEQ in the Landfill’s current effective solid waste permit may be accepted at the Landfill. BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that solid wastes may be accepted at the Landfill from all areas authorized by the LDEQ in the Landfill’s current effective solid waste permit. Solid wastes received from areas located more than five (5) miles beyond the boundaries of St. Mary Parish are referred to as “out-of-parish” solid wastes. These out-of-parish solid wastes will be subject to the review and approval re- quirements set forth in the Landfill’s current effective solid waste permit, which are also applicable to in-parish solid wastes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that acceptance of out-of-parish solid wastes, which are otherwise acceptable in accordance with the Landfill’s current effective solid waste permit, shall also be subject to the approval of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the St. Mary Parish Government, or a designee of the CAO, and the Landfill Supervisor. The CAO, or a designee of the CAO, and the Landfill Supervisor may approve or deny acceptance of such waste based on the best interests of the Landfill, including but not limited to capacity limitations, Landfill life, operational efficiency, economic considerations, en- vironmental considerations, and impacts on residents of St. Mary Parish. BE IT FURTHER RESOLV-ED, that this Resolution replaces and supersedes in its entirety Resolution which was adopted and ap- proved by the St. Mary Parish Council on September 12, 1990. ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this 10th day of June 2026. APPROVED: S/G KRISTI PREJEAN RINK, M.D. KRISTI P. RINK, M.D., VICE- CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL RESOLUTION A Resolution Authorizing The South Central Planning & Development Commission (Scpdc) to Assist St. Mary Parish in the Preparation and Submission Of Grant applications for the Renovation and Improvement of the St. Mary Parish Council Chambers. WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council recognizes the importance of maintaining safe, functional, accessible, and technologically equipped public meeting facilities for the conduct of Parish business and public participation; and WHEREAS, the existing St. Mary Parish Council Chambers are in need of renovations and improvements to enhance accessibility, safety, functionality, technology, and overall service to the citizens of St. Mary Parish; and WHEREAS, grant funding opportunities may be available through federal, state, and other funding sources to assist with the costs associated with such improvements; and WHEREAS, the South Central Planning & Development Commission (SCPDC) possesses the expertise and experience necessary to identify funding opportunities and assist local governments with the preparation, submission, and administration of grant applications and related activities; and WHEREAS, the St. Mary Parish Council desires to authorize SCPDC to provide grant writing and related assistance on behalf of the Parish for the purpose of pursuing funding for Council Chambers renovations and improvements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- SOLVED by the St. Mary Parish Council, State of Louisiana, that the South Central Planning & Development Commission (SCPDC) is hereby authorized and requested to assist St. Mary Parish in identifying funding opportunities and preparing, submitting, and supporting grant applications for the renovation and im- provement of the St. Mary Parish Council Chambers.BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Parish President is hereby authorized to execute any grant applications, certifications, assurances, agreements, and related documents necessary to pursue such funding opportunities, subject to applicable laws and Parish procedures. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that SCPDC may act as the Parish’s grant consultant and technical advisor throughout the application process and, if funding is awarded, may provide additional assistance related to project implementation, administration, and compliance as authorized by the Parish. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the South Central Planning & Development Commission and any applicable funding agencies ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this 10th day of June 2026. APPROVED: S/G KRISTI PREJEAN RINK, M.D. KRISTI P. RINK, M.D., VICE- CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL RESOLUTION Resolution ap- proving and authorizing the Parish President to execute the 2026 MSA Task Order No. 1 with Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC relative to Administrative Services at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport. BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute the 2026 MSA Task Order No. 1 with Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC relative to Administrative Services at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport, with said task order to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises. ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this 10th day of June 2026. APPROVED: S/G KRISTI PREJEAN RINK, M.D. KRISTI P. RINK, M.D., VICE- CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL RESOLUTION Resolution approving and au- thorizing the Parish President to execute Amendment No. 5 to Task Order No. 1 of the MSA with Aptim dated March 23, 2022, relative to the Taxiway Electrical Design project at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport. BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute Amendment No. 5 to Task Order No. 1 of the MSA with Aptim dated March 23, 2022, relative to the Taxiway Electrical Design project at the Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport, with said amendment to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises. ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this 10th day of June 2026. APPROVED: S/G KRISTI PREJEAN RINK, M.D. KRISTI P. RINK, M.D., VICE- CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL Mr. Hebert mov-ed to table Item 14F, “Resolution to create a committee to discuss changes to Ordinance No. 2427, “An Ordinance prohibiting the feeding of stray cats and dogs within the unincorporated areas of St. Mary Parish and imposing penalties for the violation thereof,” to a time uncertain. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried. NEW BUSINESS: A. We received the following financial statements: St. Mary Parish Communications District – year ended December 31, 2025 B. As per LA RS 38:291 (Z) relative to the St. Mary Levee District, the St. Mary Parish Council is responsible for submitting a list containing three nominations from each of the eight single member parish council districts. The Governor shall appoint one member to represent each District. District I Kevin Rodriguez Mayor Clarence Vappie Ronald Chillis Mr. Adams mov-ed to submit the names of Kevin Rodriguez, Mayor Clarence Vappie, and Ronald Chillis to the Governor for a nomination to the St. Mary Levee District. Mr. Du- hon seconded the motion, which carried. There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried. s/g Kristi Prejean Rink, M.D. Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D.,\ Vice Chairperson s/g Lisa C. Morgan Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk Adv. July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST. MARY PARISH 9-1-1 COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT Regular Board Meeting 1200 David Drive, Building B Morgan City, LA 70380 June 25, 2026 1:00 P.M. Chairman, Mr. Justin Martin opened the June 25, 2026, regular meeting with the roll call. Mr. Justin Martin, Mr. Matt Mayon, Mr. Duval Arthur, III, Mr. Garrett Grogan, Ms. Brandi Leonard, and Mr. Scott Verret were in attendance. Mr. Ross Mire did not attend. Public Comment: none Guest(s): none Mr. Verret made a motion to dispense with the reading of and to accept the May 28, 2026, minutes. Ms. Leonard seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. The income statement for May 2026 was $66,074.05. Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the income statement. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. The expense statement for May 2026 was $83,379.08. Mr. Grogan made a motion to accept the expense statement. Mr. Mayon seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. Old Business: NONE New Business: Selection of Official Journal: Ms. Randle re- quested that the agenda be expanded to include the selection of the official journal for St. Mary Parish Communications. Mr. Mayon made a motion to expand the agenda for the selection of a newspaper as the official journal for St. Mary Parish Communications. Ms. Leonard seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. After a brief discussion, Mr. Verret made a motion to select The Morgan City Review Newspaper as the official journal for St. Mary Parish Communications. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. Director Up- dates: •Ms. Randle up- dated members on the progress of the new call handling system. •Franklin Fire Department submitted their annual fee per the fire association agreement. •Mr. Broussard retired from his position as St. Mary Parish Homeland Security Director last month. His replacement, Mr. Ross Mire, will also be the new representative on the board. •Ms. Randle briefed members on Louisiana HB-463 which be- came Act No. 947 without the Governor’s signature. The new act will increase the emergency telephone (911) service charge from $1.25 to $2.00 per month effective August 1, 2026. It will also require public notice and a hearing prior to any increase. General Discussion: A statement of incidents involving a multiple ring call was relayed to members. Adjournment: Mr. Mayon made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. Approved: ——————— Mr. Justin Martin Chairman Attest: ——————— Martha Randle, Director Adv. July 1, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Legal Notice Sealed bids on PRODUCE, PROCESSED AND FROZEN FOODS will be received by the St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc., for the St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start Program, 1407 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA. 70538, until 11:00 AM, August 03rd at which time and place the bids will be officially opened. Bid packages may be picked up from the St. Mary Parish Head Start Central Office at the above address, or at the Vermilion Parish Head Start Central Office at 1600 North State Street, Abbeville, LA. 70510. Bids must be in sealed envelopes, addressed Mr. Jeffery Beverly, Chief Executive Officer/Head Start Administrator, St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start, P. O. Box 271, Franklin, LA. 70538, with the envelope plainly marked, “Sealed Bid for Food and Supplies.” Mr. Jeffery Beverly, CEO St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc. Adv. July 1, 8 and 15, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Sealed bids on MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS will be received by the St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc., for the St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start Program, 1407 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA. 70538, until 11 AM, August 03, 2026, at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened. Bid packages may be picked up from the St. Mary Parish Head Start Central Office at the above address, or at the Vermilion Parish Head Start Central Office at 1600 North State Street, Abbeville, LA. 70510. Bids must be in sealed envelopes, addressed to Mr. Jeffery Beverly, Chief Executive Officer/Head Start Administrator, St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start, P. O. Box 271, Franklin, LA. 70538, with the envelope plainly marked, “Sealed Bid for Food and Supplies.” Mr. Jeffery Beverly, CEO St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc. Adv. July 1, 8 and 15, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Sealed bids on MEATS will be received by the St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc., for the St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start Program, 1407 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA. 70538, until 11 AM, August 03, 2026, at which time and place the bids will be publicly opened. Bid packages may be picked up from the St. Mary Parish Head Start Central Office at the above address, or at the Vermilion Parish Head Start Central Office at 1600 North State Street, Abbeville, LA. 70510. Bids must be in sealed envelopes, addressed to Mr. Jeffery Beverly, Chief Executive Officer/Head Start Administrator, St. Mary/Vermilion Parishes Head Start, P. O. Box 271, Franklin, LA. 70538, with the envelope plainly marked, “Sealed Bid for Food and Supplies.” Mr. Jeffery Beverly, CEO St. Mary Community Action Committee Association, Inc. Adv. July 1, 8 and 15, 2026