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Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** Village of Mooringsport Council Minutes 122 W. Croom Street Mooringsport, La 71060 The Village of Mooringsport Regular council meeting was called to order on May 27, 2026 , at 6:40 pm. Mayor Pro Tem asked for a motion to adopt the agenda: Joshua Welch made the motion, Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Verification of Quorum: Ashley Anderson, Joni Lindsay, Joshua Welch present. Mayor Tyler Gordon is absent. Mayor Pro Tem asked for amotion to approve the minutes from both meetings on April 16, 2026 & May 14, 2026: Ashley Anderson made the motion, Joshua Welch second, all in favor. Mayor Pro Tem then asked for a motion to approve April 2026 monthly financial report: Motion failed. Public Comments: Darren Guin mentioned that he was at the old drawbridge and met a couple from Germany. He was surprised that someone would travel here with all the other places that there are to visit. He also stated that property standards and values are very important. Janice Kennedy commented that she was attending this meeting in place of someone else because they live in South Carolina and is wanting to move here but due to issues with size of lots here and what the Ordinance states as far as how the mobile home is to be placed in town makes it difficult for anyone to move a mobile home in. She also stated that was at the last meeting and was told that it would be discussed at this meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Joni Lindsay responded and told her that this has to start with Mayor then Council before any decision can be made. Mayor Comments: Mayor Pro Tem introduced Glenda Guimbellot with Louisiana Rural Water. Mrs. Guimbellot stated that LRWA is a non-profit that offers technical assistance and training to Rural Water and wastewater systems throughout the State. They do this State and Federal Funding. All of their services are free to municipalities and other systems that they serve. She stated that she is here to talk about the EPA funded program that is called Decentralized Wastewater Program. She usually goes to rural communities and offers her assistance through an assessment of the entire wastewater system and go in and create a report that contains history on the community itself. The report will contain data on demographics to be used later on for funding and an assessment of the whole system. This also includes a second part which is called the Solutions Plan which basically contains a rough estimate that will get system up to par and work in excellent condition. She stated that the Infrastructure in Louisiana is from the 70’s and its aging. This will also include somefunding information. Mrs. Guimbellot also spoke briefly about some other services they offer. Report: Water Department: None. Police Department: Chief McCaherty spoke about property Standards and that we had three citizens in court recently and those citizens were released because they have dramatically improved their properties without any fines being issued. Also there was several that did not have to come to court cause after these individuals were spoken to, they cleaned up their properties so there was no need for them to be in court. McCaherty stated that they are aren’t trying to overwhelm the court, so they are handling a few properties at a time. He also stated that our Property Standards officer was out checking on properties, taking pictures and doing a good job. It’s a slow process but we are getting properties cleaned up. Chief McCaherty mentioned that we had 25 traffic violations , three misdemeanor thefts, two harassment calls and criminal damage to property. Chief spoke briefly on a post that was made on Facebook. He stated he was glad to know considering the limited number of officers we have that Mooringsport covers 68% of calls that come in for Mooringsport. Brian Lindsay commented saying he was really surprised at the stats for the midnight to five am calls . Mooringsport handled 80% of those calls . Financial Report: Ammini Kumar – CPA & accountant Crystal spoke briefly on budget and payroll & numbers. Mayor Pro Tem asked Crystal how the reconciliation went on bank accounts; Ms. Crystal said she got it reconciled; it’s done . Brian Lindsay asked Crystal what the difference was from when they first started till now; She stated that she reconciles and there is only a couple of times when something wasn’t entered and she tells Tabitha and she puts it in and everything is done. Mrs. Lindsay stated that she thinks she will be comfortable with approving the financial report possibly next month. Ammini Kumar stated that a lot had been cleaned up, things that have been outstanding for years. She also stated that after the bank statements are reconciled the balance matches up pretty closely with the balance the bank shows. Crystal stated that there are a few more small things that need to be cleared up as far as payroll goes. Mayor Pro Tem stated that when Tabitha and Mayor look at balances its clearer on how much money there is to spend. Mrs. Crystal stated that things are definitely looking a lot better. Mayor Pro Tem, Ammini Kumar and Crystal complimented and showed great appreciation for the work and attitude of the Interim Village Clerk, Tabitha Dendy. The Interim Clerk then thanked the Mayor pro Tem for working side by side with her through everything. Old Business: None. New Business: The Board of Aldermen will consider Resolution # 21 of 2026 being a resolution to adopt the Millage Rates for the Village of Mooringsport. Mayor Pro Tem asked to amend the date on Resolution # 21 of 2026 to change date from May 21, 2026, to May 27, 2026. Ashley Anderson made the motion, Joshua Welch second, all in favor. Mayor Pro Tem then asked for a motion to approve amended Resolution 21 of 2026 with the correct date: Joshua Welch made the motion, Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Comments from the Board of Aldermen: None. Mayor Pro Tem then asked for a motion to adjourn: Joshua Welch made the motion , Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Adjourned at 6:59pm.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** The Village of Mooringsport Special call meeting was called to order on May 27, 2026 , at 6:30pm. John McCaherty led Invocation and Mayor Pro Tem led the Pledge of Allegiance. Interim Clerk, Tabitha Dendy did verification of quorum: Ashley Anderson, Joni Lindsay, Joshua Welch present. Mayor Tyler Gordon is absent. Mayor Pro Tem asked for a motion to adopt agenda: Ashley Anderson made the motion, Joshua Welch second, all in favor. Public Comments: None. Old Business: Public Hearing on Ordinance # 3 of 2026 being an ordinance to amend the 2025-2026 Budget. This includes General Fund, Utility Fund and Capital Outlay. Mayor Pro Tem Joni Lindsay stated that a correction needed to be made on the Utility budget for line-item Penalties. This was budgeted for $ 10,693.86 and was overlooked . The correction will make the amount $ 10, 700.00. Mayor Pro Tem Joni Lindsay asked for a motion to amend the amended budget to make corrections: Joshua Welch made the motion, Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Public Hearing on amendment: Public Comments: Ammini Kumar, CPA asked about a line item on budget. Brian Lindsay made the statement that will be corrected in the new budget. New Business: The Board of Aldermen will consider the adoption of Ordinance # 3 of 2026 being an Ordinance to amend the 2025-2026 Budget. Mayor Pro Tem asked for a motion to approve Ordinance # 3 of 2026 , Joshua Welch made the motion, Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Mayor Pro Tem Joni Lindsay asked for a motion to adjourn: Joshua Welch made the motion, Ashley Anderson second, all in favor. Adjourned at 6:35 pm.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** TOWN OF GREENWOOD MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN TUESDAY, May 26, 2026 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Davis, Aldermen Steele, Adcock, Driggers, and Larsen, Clerk Tiffany Searcy, Chief of Police Shayne Gibson and members of the public. There was a quorum. Absent: Alderman Clemons Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Alderman Steele led the invocation and pledge of allegiance. Approval of the Agenda: Alderman Steele made a motion approve the agenda, the motion was seconded by Alderman Adcock and carried by unanimous voice vote. Approval of Minutes: Work Session- April 21, 2026 Alderman Driggers made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Steele and carried by unanimous voice vote Regular Session- April 28, 2026 Alderman Steele made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Driggers and carried by unanimous voice vote Approval of Financials for April 2026; Alderman Driggers made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Larsen and carried by unanimous voice vote 1. Ordinance No 2 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE FINE AND FEE SCHEDULE FOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION AS PROVIDED IN TITLE 47 PART III AND IV OF THE LOUISIANA REVISED STATUTES AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO; ) There were no public comments. Alderman Steele made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Adcock and carried by roll call vote. 2. Ordinance No 3 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF GREENWOOD, PARISH OF CADDO, STATE OF LOUISIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY l, 2026 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2027. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) ) There were no public comments. Alderman Larsen made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Driggers and carried by unanimous voice vote. 3. Ordinance No 4 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE OF THE TOWN Of GREENWOOD EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2026. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) There were no public comments. Alderman Driggers made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Larsen and carried by unanimous voice vote. 4. Ordinance No 5 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE TOWN CLERK OF THE TOWN OF GREENWOOD EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2026. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) ) There were no public comments. Alderman Steele made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Larsen and carried by unanimous voice vote 5. Resolution No 5 of 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION TO SELECT THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL FOR THE 2026/2027 FISCAL YEAR (Reading and passage) There were no public comments. Alderman Adcock made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Driggers and carried by unanimous voice vote. 6. Resolution No 6 of 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE MILLAGE RATE FOR THE TAX YEAR 2026 FOR AD VALOREM TAX TO BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATING PURPOSES (Reading and passage) ) There were no public comments. Alderman Driggers made a motion to approve, the motion was seconded by Alderman Larsen and carried by unanimous voice vote. Adjourn: There being no further business, on motion made by Alderman Adcock, seconded by Alderman Driggers, and approved by unanimous voice vote, the meeting was adjourned at 6:07 pm. Next meeting to be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. for the Public Work Session of the Board of Aldermen. All meetings held in the Town Hall Chambers. s/s Tiffany Searcy, Town Clerk
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** TOWN OF GREENWOOD MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN TUESDAY, May 19, 2026 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Davis, Aldermen Steele, Adcock, Driggers, and Larsen, Clerk Tiffany Searcy, Chief of Police Shayne Gibson and members of the public. Absent: Alderman Clemons Mayor Davis called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Alderman Steele led the invocation and pledge of allegiance. Staff Reports: Chief Gibson reported 1) No use of force in April 2) He attended a Caddo Public Safety Community Meeting where he requested $25,000 funding for a trailer for traffic closures; the decision will be made at the next meeting. Mayor’s Report: 1) Water sector funding is still waiting on funding 2) storage tank coating needs recertification and the project is on hold 3) Water plant usage is around 391,000 which is on the low to normal end 4) feed store opening is tentative for June 1, 2026 Approval of Minutes: Work Session-April 21, 2026; there was no discussion from the board; Regular Session- April 28, 2026; there was no discussion from the board. Approval of Financials for April 2026; there was no discussion from the board 1. Ordinance No 2 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE FINE AND FEE SCHEDULE FOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION AS PROVIDED IN TITLE 47 PART III AND IV OF THE LOUISIANA REVISED STATUTES AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO; there was no discussion from the board 2. Ordinance No 3 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF GREENWOOD, PARISH OF CADDO, STATE OF LOUISIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY l, 2026 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2027. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) Mayor Davis informed the board that the budget is basically the same as last year. There was a brief discussion from the board. 3. Ordinance No 4 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE OF THE TOWN Of GREENWOOD EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2026. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) Mayor Davis explained that this salary does include the 3% cost of living raise. There was no discussion from the board. 4. Ordinance No 5 of 2026 TITLE: AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE TOWN CLERK OF THE TOWN OF GREENWOOD EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2026. (Introduce and Set for Public Hearing on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 pm) Mayor Davis requested a 5% increase since the Town Clerk had no raise since taking office. There was a brief discussion from the board 5. Resolution No 5 of 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION TO SELECT THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL FOR THE 2026/2027 FISCAL YEAR (Reading and passage) Mayor Davis explained that we will choose SB Focus as the publication. There was no discussion from the board. 6. Resolution No 6 of 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE MILLAGE RATE FOR THE TAX YEAR 2026 FOR AD VALOREM TAX TO BE USED FOR GENERAL OPERATING PURPOSES (Reading and passage) Mayor Davis informed the board that the millage will remain the same. There was a brief discussion from the board. Adjourn: There being no further business, on motion made by Alderman Larsen, seconded by Alderman Driggers, and approved by unanimous voice vote, the meeting was adjourned at 6:31 pm. Next meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. for the Public Hearing and Regular Session of the Board of Aldermen. All meetings held in the Town Hall Chambers. s/s Tiffany Searcy, Town Clerk
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** MINUTES CADDO WARD II INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION / CADDO PARISH INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT Oil City Town Hall – OIL CITY, LA May 21, 2026 @ 9:00 AM Posted 5/19/2026 2:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by J. Lacaze at 9:00 AM 2. INVOCATION / PLEDGE Cheryl Clifton Driskell, Mayor Oil City, led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 3. ROLL CALL - VERIFICATION OF QUORUM Present: J. Lacaze, President- Board Members: Barkschat, Milam, Burks, Ewald & Tolbert, Mayor Cheryl Driskell, Oil City and Recording Secretary Veronica Brown Absent: Board Member Murry 4. APPROVE AGENDA A motion was made by J. Milam, seconded by C. Barkschat to approve the agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous voice vote 5. PUBLIC COMMENT NONE 6. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT- MARCH 2026 APRIL 2026 Recording Secretary, Veronica Brown, went over the financial reports. A motion was made by C. Barkschat, seconded by J. Milam to approve the March & April financial reports. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Regular Session Meetings- March 2026 A motion was made by C. Barkschat to approve the Minutes, seconded by J. Milam. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 8. OLD BUSINESS- Review of proposed amended covenants for Caddo Ward II J. Lacaze explained the copy of the covenants that were given in the packets and advised that he would be making the proposed changes and bring back to the board for approval. 9. NEW BUSINESS- Approval from the Board authorizing J. LaCaze to sign any necessary paperwork for the sell timber on property located in the SW/4, Section 5, E/2 SE/4, Section 6, and NW/4 NW/4, Section 8, all in Township 21 North, Range 15 West, Caddo Parish, Louisiana (and Clear cut 124 acres, SMZ- Marked Pine 41 Acres and SMZ- 13 acres, total of 178 area) Bid opening to be June 18th at 9:00 am located at the Town of Oil City Council Chambers J. Lacaze explained the proposed timber sell and a brief discussion was held. A motion was made by board member Burks, seconded by C. Barkschat to approve for J. Lacaze to proceed with the timber sell. Motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Approval of the Board authorizing J. LaCaze to sign any necessary paperwork for Selective Pine Thinning on property located in the W/2 of S/W 4, Section 5; S/2, Section 6; W/2 of N/W 4 of N/W 4, Section 8; all in Township 21 North, Range 15 West; and the SE/4 of SW/4, Section 1, Township 21 North, Range 16 West, all in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. (Approximately 263 acres to be thinned) Bid to be set upon recommendation of Muslow Forestry J. Lacaze explained the proposed pine thinning and a brief discussion was held. A motion was made by board member Burks, seconded by C. Barkschat to approve for J. Lacaze to proceed with the pine thinning upon recommendation from Muslow Forestry Motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Review of the 2025 Annual Compilation of Financial Statements J. Lacaze explained that he would email the completed Compilation of Financial Statements that was performed by Ms Judy Moncrief, CPA Discussion/Approval for J. LaCaze to sign a Mutual Confidentiality Agreement and proceed with gathering information for Project Balico. J. Lacaze explained that he had limited information, but in order to proceed with fact gathering a Mutual Confidentiality Agreement would need to be signed. The board had a brief discussion. J. Lacaze made a motion to table the approval until next meeting, seconded by Barkschat. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Request for grant contribution to the Town of Oil City for the Balloon Glow event celebration on 250 years of Independence on July 4, 2026. J. Lacaze invited Mayor Cheryl Driskell to give the board information on the upcoming celebration to be hosted by Oil City on July 4, 2026. A motion was made by J. Lacaze to support the event for $2,500, seconded by Burks. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 10. MAYOR’S REPORT / ANNOUCEMENTS Mayor Festavan – Vivian – None Mayor Driskell - Oil City – Thanked the Board for their support on the upcoming Balloon Glow11. ADJOURNMENT- Adjourn: There being no further business, a motion was made by J. Milam and seconded by C. Barkschat to adjourn. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 10:33 am. Next meeting to be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m. for a Regular Meeting of the Board. All meetings held in the Town of Oil City Hall Chambers VERONICA BROWN LCMC, RECORDING SECRETARY
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** PUBLIC NOTICE- “ Caddo Parish Commission and Caddo Ward II Industrial Development Corporation are selling by competitive bid 178 acres of timber to be clearcut on good ground with a 24 month cutting contract. Bids must be received on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Oil City Town Hall located at 202 Allen Street, 9:00 AM. For sale details, contact Muslow Forestry at (318) 861-6900. Ownership has right to reject any and all bids.” Published May 29th, June 5th and June 12th
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** INVITATION FOR BID SEALED BIDS for construction at the Vivian Airport consisting of Fuel System Improvements, FAA AIG No. 3-22-0070-020-2026, will be received at Vivian Town Hall, located at 112 W. Alabama Avenue, Vivian, Louisiana 71082, until 2:00 p.m. CST on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud at the Purchasing Office. Bids received after the 2:00 p.m. deadline will be returned to the bidder unopened via certified mail. Received bids will be referred to the Vivian Town Council for action and award. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Airport Terminal Building, 10249 Vivian Airport Road, Vivian, LA 71082. Representatives from the Owner and Engineer will be present to discuss the project. Although the meeting is not mandatory, bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference. Contract Documents including bid proposal forms, plan sheets, and specifications for the project may be viewed and downloaded free of charge at www.civcastusa.com. Addenda will be posted at www.civcastusa.com. You will be notified of addenda automatically, through email, if you downloaded your plans and specifications via civcastusa.com. Please submit questions for the project 72 hours prior to bid opening through www.civcastusa.com in the Q&A portal. Bids shall be received only on proposal forms furnished by the Engineer. In no event shall proposal forms be issued later than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the hour and date set for receiving proposals. Bid proposals, amendments to bids, or requests for withdrawal of bids, which are received after the time specified for bid opening, shall not be considered for any cause whatsoever. An acceptable bid bond, cashier’s check or certified check payable to the Town of Vivian, in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the bid price, shall be submitted with each bid. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish and pay for satisfactory performance and payment bonds. Bidders are advised that Performance, Payment, and Maintenance Bond, each in the amount of 100 percent (100%) of the contract price, will be required. On any bid submitted in the amount of $50,000 or more, the Contractor shall certify that he is licensed under Louisiana Revised Statute 37:2150-2164 and show his license number on the bid and on the envelope. Bidders must be licensed in the following category: Mechanical or Limited Specialty Services (or applicable sub classification). The licensee shall not be permitted to bid or perform any type or types of work not included in the classification under which his license was issued. Title VI Solicitation Notice The Town of Vivian, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4), 28 CFR § 50.3, and 49 CFR Part 21, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, all contractors will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of the owner’s race, color, national origin, sex, creed, age, or disability in consideration for an award. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise The requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 including any amendments thereto apply to this contract. It is the policy of the Town of Vivian to practice nondiscrimination based on race, color, sex, or national origin in the award or performance of this contract. The Owner encourages participation by all firms qualifying under this solicitation regardless of business size or ownership. Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (Federal Minimum Wage) All contracts and subcontracts that result from this solicitation incorporate by reference the provisions of 29 CFR Part 201, et seq, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part-time workers. The Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise from this requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division. Trade Restriction Certification By submission of an offer, the Offeror certifies that with respect to this solicitation and any resultant contract, the Offeror – is not owned or controlled by one or more citizens of a foreign country included in the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR); has not knowingly entered into any contract or subcontract for this project with a person that is a citizen or national of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by the USTR; and has not entered into any subcontract for any product to be used on the Federal project that is produced in a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR. This certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an agency of the United States of America and the making of a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the maker subject to prosecution under Title 18 USC § 1001. The Offeror/Contractor must provide immediate written notice to the Owner if the Offeror/Contractor learns that its certification or that of a subcontractor was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. The Contractor must require subcontractors provide immediate written notice to the Contractor if at any time it learns that its certification was erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. Unless the restrictions of this clause are waived by the Secretary of Transportation in accordance with 49 CFR § 30.17, no contract shall be awarded to an Offeror or subcontractor: who is owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR; or whose subcontractors are owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign country on such USTR list; or who incorporates in the public works project any product of a foreign country on such USTR list. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render, in good faith, the certification required by this provision. The knowledge and information of a contractor is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings. The Offeror agrees that, if awarded a contract resulting from this solicitation, it will incorporate this provision for certification without modification in all lower tier subcontracts. The Contractor may rely on the certification of a prospective subcontractor that it is not a firm from a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by USTR, unless the Offeror has knowledge that the certification is erroneous. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when making an award. If it is later determined that the Contractor or subcontractor knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may direct through the Owner cancellation of the contract or subcontract for default at no cost to the Owner or the FAA. Prohibition of Covered Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) The Bidder or Offeror certifies that they are aware of and comply with relevant Federal statutes and regulations, including those from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), for operating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in accordance, and in compliance with all related requirements in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-63), section 936 (49 U.S.C. § 44801 note). Contractor warrants that all UAS operations will be conducted in full compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, including but not limited to 14 CFR Part 107, and any other applicable local, state, or Federal laws and regulations. Sponsors and subgrant recipients cannot use AIP grant funds to enter into, extend, or renew a contract related to covered unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This includes both procurement and operational contracts, as well as contracts with entities that operate such systems. All Bidders and Proposers shall comply with the provisions of Buy American Preferences, Davis Bacon Requirements, Debarment and Suspension, Lobbying Federal Employees, and Recovered Materials. Bids may be held by the Town of Vivian for a period of forty-five (45) calendar days after the date and hour set for the opening. The Town of Vivian reserves the right to reject any or all Bids for just cause and reserves the right to waive any and all informalities. Ronnie Festavan Mayor Town of Vivian Published in The Inquisitor Advertise: May 21, 2026 May 20, 2026 June 5, 2026
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE CIM TRUST 2019- R2, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2019-R2 VS. THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF GLADYS JONES; Docket No. 661823; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF GLADYS JONES has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone who knows whereabouts or having any information on any possible relatives, heirs or legatees of GLADYS JONES is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC VERSUS WALTER EVERETT HOUSTON, THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DOROTHY NELL PATTERSON HOUSTON, WALTER HOUSTON, JR., SYLVIA COOPER, ALBERT HOUSTON, MARIE LANE, DAVID HOUSTON, BRADLEY HOUSTON, BRYAN HOUSTON, MICHAEL HOUSTON, ERIC HOUSTON, SANDRA MCGREW, AND JEFFERY HOUSTON; Docket No. 622193-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that SYLVIA COOPER has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on SYLVIA COOPER OR POSSIBLE RELATIVES is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC VS. RAYMOND GRANT HARRIS A/K/A RAYMOND G. HARRIS A/K/A RAYMOND HARRIS; Docket No. 660865-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that RAYMOND GRANT HARRIS has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on RAYMOND GRANT HARRIS is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: WILLIAM C. BRADFORD AND RUTH C. BRADFORD VS. JOSEPH TERRANCE ALLEN AND GREGORY ALLEN, SR.; Docket No. 663,836-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that JOSEPH TERRANCE ALLEN AND GREGORY ALLEN, SR., has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on any possible relatives, heirs or legatees of JOSEPH TERRANCE ALLEN AND GREGORY ALLEN, SR., is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.
Shreveport Focus SB/The Inquisitor
Bossier City
June 5, 2026
**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: HARGROVE ROOFING, LLC VS. JERMAINE STEPHENS; Docket No. 662,409-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that JERMAINE STEPHENS has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on JERMAINE STEPHENS is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.