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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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ADVERTISEMENT The Parish Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, Louisiana, does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on: 1. Tuesday, June 02, 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 2:30 p.m. Central Time Zone 3. For the CAER Sirens Replacement Project (Bid #DB-2026-FM-127) which may be utilized as part of a federal reimbursement grant for a federally declared disaster. 4. Contract documents, including drawings and technical specifications, are on file at the office of Associated Design Group, INC, 3004 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, or by calling 337/602-6295. Access to electronic bidding is available through www.calcasieu.gov. *Prime bidders is defined as licensed Tower Construction Contractors bidding this job as such. 5. 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 or cashiers check drawn on a bank insured by the FDIC, or a Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Bid Bond Form contained in bidding documents, 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 (10%) 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. If bid is submitted electronically, an electronic bid bond as described in LSA--R.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:XV.701 will be required. 6. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (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 (10%) 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. 7. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who are licensed under LSA--R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Tower 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. 8. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/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. 9. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner shall incur no obligation to the Contractor/Bidder until the Contract between the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner and the Contractor/Bidder is fully executed. 10. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time Zone at the Facility Maintenance Department Large Crew Room, located on the 11th Floor at 901 Lakeshore Drive , Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601. 11. Minority owned firm and small businesses are encouraged to participate. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations should contact the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. 12. The resulting contract is to be financed in whole or in part by federal funds which will not be readily available at the time bids are opened, therefore, in accordance with LA R.S. 38:2215 D, official action on this bid may not be taken by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury within forty-five (45) days of the bid opening. 13. All bids must be plainly marked and should contain the following on the outside of the envelope: BID FOR CAER Sirens Replacement Project (Bid #DB-2026-FM-127) BRIAN ABSHIRE, President Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Apr 28, May 5, 12 3t 2115315 Notice Cost- $406.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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ADVERTISEMENT The Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on: 1. Thursday, the 14th day of May, 2026. 2. At the Office of the Calcasieu Parish Purchasing Agent on the first floor of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon in the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, at the hour of 2:00 P.M., Central Time Zone (CT). 3. For the following: Bulk Oil with unit prices effective from May 22, 2025 until July 2, 2026. 4. All bids must be submitted on BID FORMS or Electronic Bid Forms. Paper Bids may be obtained in the Office of the Parish Purchasing Agent in the Government Building, requested via email at purchasing@calcasieu.gov, or accessed via electronic bidding through www.calcasieu.gov. 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 of the State. 6. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. 7. Bids may be held by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) days from the date of the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders, prior to award. 8. Official action on this bid will be taken at the Regular Meeting of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury within forty-five (45) days. 9. Minority owned firms, women owned businesses, and small businesses are encouraged to participate. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening. 10. All paper bids MUST be plainly marked and should contain the following on the outside of the envelope: BID FOR BID NUMBER KRISTIE CUMBERLAND, CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP, Purchasing Agent Apr 28, May 5 2t 2115307 Notice Cost- $124.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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ADVERTISEMENT The Parish Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on: 1. Tuesday, June 2, 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. 3. For the 901 Lakeshore 1st Floor and Exterior Improvements Project (Bid #DB-2025-FM-187). 4. Contract documents, including drawings and technical specifications, are on file at the office of Grace Design Studios, 501 Government Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802, or by calling 337-513-0760. Access to electronic bidding is available through www.calcasieu.gov. *Prime bidders is defined as licensed Building Contractors bidding this job as such. 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 a certified check or cashiers check drawn on a bank insured by the FDIC, or a Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Bid Bond Form contained in bidding documents, 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 (10%) 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. If bid is submitted electronically, an electronic bid bond as described in LSA--R.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:XV.701 will be required. 7. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (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 (10%) 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. 8. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who are licensed under LSA?R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Building 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 Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/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 Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner shall incur no obligation to the Contractor/Bidder until the Contract between the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner and the Contractor/Bidder is fully executed. 11. A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time Zone at the 901 Building, 11th Floor Crew Room, located at 901 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601. 12. 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. 13. All bids must be plainly marked and should contain the following on the outside of the envelope: BID FOR 901 Lakeshore 1st Floor and Exterior Improvements Project (Bid #DB-2025-FM-187) Brian Abshire, President Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Apr 28, May 5, 12 3t 2115278 Notice Cost- $388.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS 04/23/2026 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: Victoria Anntoinette Rankins ET VIR, 905 N Adams St, Assessment # 00988472 Mandy Pickens Zachery, 3724 Brentwood St, Assessment # 00439908 Largemouth Properties LLC, 2101 Common St, Assessment # 00318809 Largemouth Properties LLC, 2111 Common St, Assessment # 00379964 Jaquay Jackson Gray, 2500 Blk. Creole St Lot S of 2507 Creole St, Assessment # 0308978 Kathleen Farris Cook ET AL, 100 Blk. Grace St SW corner of Railroad Ave & Grace St, Assessment # 00323446 JRP Family Limited Partnership, 111 W Lagrange St, Assessment # 00753327 Guzzino Properties LLC, 205 W Lagrange St, Assessment # 00449628 Mary Huval Menard Barnes, 1620 Oregon St, Assessment # 00350214 Walter Sias Jr. ET UX, 2700 Blk. Progressive St Lot W of 2800 Progressive St, Assessment # 00427810 Morris Louis Charles ET UX, 2500 Blk. Woodard St Lot E of 2507 Woodard St, Assessment # 00289000 Mark Shannon Cormie, 2700 Blk. 11th St Lot E of 2714 11th St, Assessment # 00283398 Daniel Duke Spivey, 705 15th St, Assessment # 00277983 John Stephen Rantal ET UX, 3521 Greinwich Blvd., Assessment # 00274542 Nicholas Homes LLC, 4153 W Prien Lake Rd., Assessment # 00080292 Bessie M Nix Estate ET AL, 1723 Hwy. N 17, Assessment # 00400092 - 0122261901027662- 01190393 Sec. 23:4: Trash & debris; piles and accumulations violation: Gustavie Barbara Ann Guidry Ramsey, 2619 Gen Arnold St, Assessment # 00376302 Rafael Herrera Donan, 1620 California St, Assessment # 00314366 Gary Dale Harris ET UX, 1625 E School St, Assessment # 00339423 Barbara Leday, 3533 Greinwich Blvd., Assessment # 00411418 Donald Ray Hanchett, 2823 Gen. Collins Dr., Assessment # 000345806 Josue Guerrero Arroyo, 2908 Gen. Pershing Dr., Assessment # 00328383 Sec. 13:15.3 (1-3) Commercial Litter. Propertywise Holdings LLC, 2140 Kirkman St, Assessment # 00314854 Sec. 23:5 (B-C): Dirt Pile(s) for Landscaping or Otherwise violations: Nicholas Homes LLC, 4153 W Prien Lake Rd., Assessment # 00080292 Apr 28, 29 2t 2115268 Notice Cost- $148.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA ON APRIL 20, 2026: Ordinance No. 1084 AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 807 BEE TREE STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has recommended the demolition of the structure owned by Aaron Lane Faymo Stevens, located at 807 Bee Tree Street, Westlake, Louisiana, more fully described as: LOTS 5, 6 BLK 1 WESTWOOD WHEREAS, the owners of the property were to show cause before the City Council on the 20th day of April, 2026, why the structure should not be demolished. WHEREAS, any owner other than the City of Westlake having failed to appear and the City Council after discussion found the structure to be unsafe and a health hazard. WHEREAS, the Mayor is directed to cause a notice to be sent to the owner giving him the date the demolition is to commence. Further, after demolition of the Structure the Mayor is authorized and directed to cause an affidavit to be filed of Record in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL for the City of Westlake, Louisiana in Regular Session convened, that: The Mayor is authorized and directed to execute an affidavit to be filed in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. This Ordinance having been introduced on March 16, 2026, publication of proposed Ordinance having been published, the title having been read with opportunity for discussion and the Ordinance considered, on motion of Council Member Brown and seconded by Council Member Peterson, to adopt the Ordinance a record vote was taken and the following result was had: YEAS: Peterson, Cryer, and Brown. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Rougeou and Harrison. ADOPTED AND APPROVED at Westlake, Louisiana, on this 20th day of April, 2026. HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR ATTEST: ANDREA MAHFOUZ, CITY CLERK Apr 28 1t 2115206 Notice Cost- $82.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED AT THE RE GULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA ON APRIL 20, 2026: Ordinance No. 1083 AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1101 DEWEY STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has recommended the demolition of the structure owned by Gurunanak LLC, located at 1101 Dewey Street, Westlake, Louisiana, more fully described as: COM SE COR S/2 S/2 SW NW SE SEC 26.9.9, TH N 141.2 FT, W 138 FT ETC. WHEREAS, the owners of the property were to show cause before the City Council on the 20th day of April, 2026, why the structure should not be demolished. WHEREAS, any owner other than the City of Westlake having failed to appear and the City Council after discussion found the structure to be unsafe and a health hazard. WHEREAS, the Mayor is directed to cause a notice to be sent to the owner giving him the date the demolition is to commence. Further, after demolition of the Structure the Mayor is authorized and directed to cause an affidavit to be filed of Record in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL for the City of Westlake, Louisiana in Regular Session convened, that: The Mayor is authorized and directed to execute an affidavit to be filed in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. This Ordinance having been introduced on March 16, 2026, publication of proposed Ordinance having been published, the title having been read with opportunity for discussion and the Ordinance considered, on motion of Council Member Peterson and seconded by Council Member Brown, to adopt the Ordinance a record vote was taken and the following result was had: YEAS: Peterson, Cryer, and Brown. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Rougeou and Harrison. ADOPTED AND APPROVED at Westlake, Louisiana, on this 20th day of April, 2026. HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR ATTEST: ANDREA MAHFOUZ, CITY CLERK Apr 28 1t 2115202 Notice Cost- $83.50
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA ON APRIL 20, 2026: Ordinance No. 1082 AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 310 PILLEY STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has recommended the demolition of the structure owned by Sugandi Development & Enterprises LLC, located at 310 Pilley, Westlake, Louisiana, more fully described as: LOT 12 BLK 25 WESTLAKE. WHEREAS, the owners of the property were to show cause before the City Council on the 20th day of April, 2026, why the structure should not be demolished. WHEREAS, any owner other than the City of Westlake having failed to appear and the City Council after discussion found the structure to be unsafe and a health hazard. WHEREAS, the Mayor is directed to cause a notice to be sent to the owner giving him the date the demolition is to commence. Further, after demolition of the Structure the Mayor is authorized and directed to cause an affidavit to be filed of Record in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL for the City of Westlake, Louisiana in Regular Session convened, that: The Mayor is authorized and directed to execute an affidavit to be filed in the Mortgage Records of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana setting forth the costs incurred by the municipality which affidavit shall serve as a lien against the property in accordance with LSA R. S. 33:4766. This Ordinance having been introduced on March 16, 2026, publication of proposed Ordinance having been published, the title having been read with opportunity for discussion and the Ordinance considered, on motion of Council Member Peterson and seconded by Council Member Brown, to adopt the Ordinance a record vote was taken and the following result was had: YEAS: Peterson, Cryer, and Brown. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Rougeou and Harrison . ADOPTED AND APPROVED at Westlake, Louisiana, on this 20th day of April, 2026. HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR ATTEST: ANDREA MAHFOUZ, CITY CLERK Apr 28 1t 2115199 Notice Cost- $82.00
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Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA ON APRIL 20, 2026. ORDINANCE NO. 1085 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA PROHIBITING THE PLACEMENT OR CONSTRUCTION OF ACCESSORY BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES IN THE FRONT YARD OF ANY RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY; REQUIRING THE REMOVAL OF EXISTING ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN FRONT YARDS; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT, PENALTIES, APPEALS, ABATEMENT, AND COST RECOVERY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR RELATED MATTERS. BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Westlake, Louisiana and in Regular Session convened, that: WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Westlake finds that accessory buildings located within front yard areas negatively impact the visual appearance of neighborhoods and commercial areas and may reduce surrounding property values; and WHEREAS, the City Council further finds that such structures may obstruct visibility for motorists and pedestrians near streets, intersections, and driveways, thereby creating potential hazards to the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, the City finds it necessary to regulate the placement of accessory buildings and structures in order to promote orderly development and protect the safety and welfare of the citizens of the City of Westlake. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Westlake, in legal session convened: Section 1: Definitions For purpose of this ordinance, the following definitions shall apply: Accessory Building or Structure: A subordinate building or structure detached from the principal building and located on the same lot, the use of which is incidental to the principal building. Such structures may include but are not limited to: Storage sheds Portable buildings Prefabricated buildings Detached garages Workshops Metal buildings Shipping containers used for storage Similar detached accessory structures Portable or Temporary Building: Any building or structure capable of being transported or relocated, including structures placed on skids, trailers, blocks, or similar supports. Principal Building: The primary building located on a lot in which the principal use of the property is conducted. Front Yard: The open space extending across the full width of the lot between the front property line and the nearest point of the principal building. Corner Lots: For purposes of this ordinance, any lot having frontage on two intersecting streets shall be considered to have two front yards, both of which shall be subject to the provisions of this ordinance. SECTION 2: Structures Subject to this Ordinance For purposes of enforcement, the provisions of this ordinance shall apply to any structure placed within a front yard, regardless of the description or label assigned by the property owner. Structures subject to this ordinance may include but are not limited to: Playhouses Garden structures Tool sheds Equipment covers Lawn equipment shelters Pool equipment enclosures Animal shelters or small barns Any roofed, enclosed, or partially enclosed accessory structure. No structure shall be exempt from the requirements of this ordinance solely because it is described as a playhouse, decorative structure, garden structure, equipment cover, temporary structure, or similar designation. The determination of whether a structure constitutes an accessory structure under this ordinance shall be made by the Citys Building Official or Code Enforcement Officer. SECTION 3: Prohibition No person shall place, construct, install, maintain, or allow any accessory building, portable building, or temporary structure to be located within the front yard of any residential or commercial property located within the corporate limits of the City of Westlake, Louisiana. Accessory structures may only be located in side or rear yards in accordance with all applicable zoning and building regulations of the City. Temporary placement or storage of accessory structures within the front yard is prohibited. SECTION 4: Public Safety and Visibility Protection The City Council finds that structures located within front yard areas may obstruct driver and pedestrian visibility near intersections and driveways. Accessory structures located within front yards may interfere with visibility triangles necessary for safe vehicular travel, including sight lines required for street intersections, driveways and pedestrian crossings. The regulations contained in this ordinance are therefore necessary to protect public safety, traffic visibility, and emergency vehicle access. SECTION 5: Removal of Existing Structures Any accessory building or structure located within a front yard as defined herein shall be removed within ninety (90) days from the effective date of this ordinance. No such structure shall be considered a legal nonconforming use, and no grandfathering shall apply. Failure to remove the structure within the required period shall constitute a violation of this ordinance. SECTION 6: Notice of Violation Upon determination that a violation exists, the Citys Code Enforcement Officer, Building Official, or other authorized representative shall issue a written Notice of Violation. Such notice shall: 1. Identify the property adddress; 2. Describe the violation; 3. Provide a deadline for compliance; 4. Inform the property owner of penalties; 5. Inform the property owner of the right to appeal. Notice may be provided by Certified Mail, hand delivery or posting notice on the property. SECTION 8: Penalties 1. Any violation shall be subject to the following graduated fines per 30 day period of noncompliance: a. $100 for the first 30 days; b. $250 for the second 30 days; c. $500 for the third 30 days and each successive 30 day period thereafter until compliance is achieved. 2.Each successive 30 day period that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. 3.The assessment of fines does not relieve the property owner of the obligation to correct the violation. SECTION 9: Appeals Any person cited for violation of this ordinance may appeal by appearing before the Mayors Court of the City of Westlake within fifteen (15) days of receiving notice of the violation. The Court may uphold the violation; dismiss the violation; or modify the compliance deadline when appropriate. SECTION 10: Enforcement and Presumption of Responsibility It shall be unlawful for any owner, occupant, lessee, tenant, agent, contractor, or other person having control of property to place or allow any accessory building to remain in violation of this ordinance. Both the property owner and the occupant may be cited and held responsible. The record owner of the property, as reflected in the parish tax records, shall be presumed responsible for violations occurring on the property. Each day that a violation exists after the expiration of the compliance period shall constitute a continuing violation, and violations my be enforced in thirty day increments. The Ordinance may be enforced by Code Enforcement Officer, Building Officials, Police Officers and any authorized representative of the City. SECTION 10: Abatement by the City If a violation continues after notice and expiration of the compliance period, and after any appeal process has concluded, the City may enter the property and remove the accessory structure in violation. All costs incurred by the City shall be charged to the property owner. Such costs may be recovered through civil action, assessment as a municipal lien against the property, and any lawful method permitted under Louisiana law. SECTION 11: Severability If any section or provision of this ordinance is declared invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. SECTION 12: Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. SECTION 13: Effective Date This ordinance shall become effective upon adoption and publication in the official journal fo the City of Westlake as required by law. THIS ORDINANCE having been introduced on March 16, 2026, publication of proposed Ordinance having been published, the title having been read with opportunity for discussion and the Ordinance considered, on motion of Council Member Peterson and seconded by Council Member Brown, to adopt the Ordinance, a record vote was taken and the following result was had: YEAS: Peterson, Cryer, and Brown. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Rougeou and Harrison. ABSTAINED: None. THUS ADOPTED AND APPROVED at Westlake, Louisiana on this 20th day of April, 2026. HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR ATTEST: ANDREA MAHFOUZ, CITY CLERK Apr 28 1t 2115193 Notice Cost- $251.50
Miscellaneous Notices
Lake Charles American Press
Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA ON APRIL 20, 2026: The following ordinance, having been introduced at a meeting on March 16, 2026, was offered for final adoption by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cryer: ORDINANCE NO. 1080 An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1059 to revise a portion of Chapter 5 of Part 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Westlake for the purpose of clarifying the index price utilized in connection with the Citys Large Volume Industrial User Rate Schedule and otherwise providing with respect thereto. WHEREAS, the City of Westlake, State of Louisiana (the City), has an existing marketing program for sales of natural gas to eligible large volume industrial users; and THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR SESSION OF WHEREAS, in connection with the marketing program, the City previously adopted Ordinance No. 1059 (the Prior Ordinance) to repeal and replace the Citys then-existing rate schedule for sales of natural gas to large volume industrial users located in the Citys service area; and WHEREAS, the Prior Ordinance currently serves as the Citys rate schedule for sales of natural gas to large volume industrial users located in the Citys service area; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of the City now find it in the best interest of the City to repeal and replace in its entirety Section 4 of the Prior Ordinance to provide clarity with respect to determining the price of natural gas sold by the City to large volume industrial users pursuant to the Prior Ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Westlake, State of Louisiana (the Governing Authority), acting as the governing authority of the City, that: SECTION 1. Amendment. Section 4 of the Prior Ordinance is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with the following: The commodity price per MMBtu (1,000,000 British thermal units) for service under this rate schedule shall be based upon an index price mutually agreed to by the City and the eligible purchaser in the NAESB Base Contract between the City and such eligible purchaser, plus any applicable premium, less a discount of not greater than 15 cents per MMBtu or 50% of the discount below such index represented by the Citys purchases of prepaid gas sold to the eligible purchaser under such NAESB Contract, provided that the City, through its Mayor, may negotiate alternative discounts with any eligible purchaser. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately and shall apply to any agreements heretofore or hereafter entered into by the City. All other sections of the Prior Ordinance not specifically amended herein shall remain unchanged and in full effect. This ordinance having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows: YEAS: Peterson, Cryer and Brown NAYS: None ABSENT: Rougeou and Harrison ABSTAINING: None And the ordinance was declared adopted on this 20th day of April, 2026. /s/ Andrea Mahfouz City Clerk /s/ Hal McMillin Mayor STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF CALCASIEU I, the undersigned City Clerk of the City of Westlake, State of Louisiana, do hereby certify that the foregoing pages constitute a true and correct copy of an ordinance adopted by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Westlake, State of Louisiana, on April 20, 2026, amending Ordinance No. 1059 to revise a portion of Chapter 5 of Part 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Westlake for the purpose of clarifying the index price utilized in connection with the Citys Large Volume Industrial User Rate Schedule and otherwise providing with respect thereto. IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature on this 20th day of April, 2026. City Clerk Apr 28 1t 2115919 Notice Cost- $112.00
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Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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PROCEEDING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT THE REGULAR MEETING HELD APRIL 20, 2026. The Mayor and City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:30 P.M., Mayor Hal McMillin presided with the following Council present: Peterson YES Cryer YES Rougeou NO Harrison NO Brown YES Absent were: Rougeou and Harrison Ms. Peterson gave the Invocation. Mr. Cryer led the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried unanimously. A. Approval of minutes taken from a Regular Meeting held on March 16, 2026. B. Approval of minutes taken from a Special Meeting held on April 13, 2026. BIDS None. DISCUSSION AND ACTION A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Rougeou to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1080. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1059 TO REVISE A PORTION OF CHAPTER 5 OF PART 7 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLARIFYING THE INDEX PRICE UTILIZED IN CONNECTION WITH THE CITYS LARGE VOLUME INDUSTRIAL USER RATE SCHEDULE AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve hearing from Todd Abshire with Louisiana Rural Water Association regarding a Sewer Rate Study requirement. The motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Ms. Peterson to table beginning the Sewer Rate Study until next month. The motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1085. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA PROHIBITING THE PLACEMENT OR CONSTRUCTION OF ACCESSORY BUILDINGS IN THE FRONT YARD OF ANY RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY; REQUIRING REMOVAL OF EXISTING ACCESSORY BUILDINGS LOCATED IN FRONT YARDS; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS ENFORCEMENT, PENALITES, APPEALS, ABATEMENT, AND RELATED MATTERS. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1081. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1-2002 OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA, UN-ANNEXING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1905 JOAN STREET, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; DEFINING WITH CERTAINTY AND PRECISION THE TERRITORY TO BE EXCLUDED IN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE SAID CITY OF WESTLAKE; AND DEFINING THE ENTIRE BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE AS CHARGED AND REDUCED, AND TO REPEAL ALL LAWS AND ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve holding a Public Hearing on the Adoption of Ordinance No. 1082. The motion carried unanimously. Public Hearing opened. Time 5:45 PM. The Mayor called for public comment three (3) times. There being no persons present to speak in favor of or in opposition to the matter, and no comments offered, the Public Hearing was declared closed. Time 5:46 PM. AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 310 PILLEY STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1082. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 310 PILLEY STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve holding a Public Hearing on the Adoption of Ordinance No. 1083. The motion carried unanimously. Public Hearing opened. Time 5:47 PM. Mr. Paul Singh was present to address the Mayor and Council. Mr. Singh requested an additional 60 days to come back with a plan for the property. Captain Matt Webb addressed the Mayor and Council about the safety of the structure. Linda Whelhel addressed the Mayor and Council in favor of the condemnation and demolition of the structure. Public Hearing closed. Time 5:59 PM. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1083. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1101 DEWEY STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve holding a Public Hearing for the Adoption of Ordinance No. 1084. The motion carried unanimously. Public Hearing opened. Time 6:01 PM. The Mayor called for public comment three (3) times. There being no persons present to speak in favor of or in opposition to the matter, and no comments offered, the Public Hearing was declared closed. Time 6:02 PM AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 807 BEE TREE STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve Adopting Ordinance No. 1084. The motion carried unanimously. AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE CONDEMNATION AND DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 807 BEE TREE STREET IN THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFFIDAVIT SETTING FORTH THE COSTS OF DEMOLITION FOR RECORDATION IN THE MORTGAGE RECORDS OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve hiring Devlan Pertle as a full time Police Officer upon the recommendation of Chief Chris Wilrye. Effective April 6, 2026. The motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Resolution No. 3798. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE CALCASIEU PARISH POLICE JURY FOR THE SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAM AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to discuss Resolution No. 3799. The motion carried unanimously. A brief discussion was held. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH GOVERNMENT CAPITAL CORPORATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING A FIRE TRUCK(S) AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cryer to Table Resolution No. 3799. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH GOVERNMENT CAPITAL CORPORATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING A FIRE TRUCK(S) AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Resolution No. 3800. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A JOINT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WARD FOUR FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 3 OF CALCASIEU PARISH FOR THE RENTAL OF OFFICE SPACE AT 2215 SAMPSON STREET AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve Resolution No. 3801. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT OF WAY INSTRUMENT WITH ENTERGY LOUISIANA, LLC AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve Resolution No. 3802. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVER AGREEMENT WITH MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE SALE OF A 2020 FORD F-150 (LAST FOUR OF VIN 6372) FOR $21,000 AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. A motion was made by Mr. Cryer and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve Resolution No. 3803. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVER AGREEMENT WITH MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE SALE OF A 2020 FORD F-150 (LAST FOUR OF VIN 0886) FOR $21,000 AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve beginning the Demolition and Condemnation process for the following properties: 912 Garden Drive (accessory buildings only) 935 Garden Drive The motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve Resolution No. 3804. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE CALCASIEU PARISH POLICE JURY FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 2014 JOHN DEERE 6105M TRACTOR WITH TIGER BENGAL MID MOUNT BOOM FOR $33,937.00 AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THERWITH. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Cryer to approve Resolution No. 3805. The motion carried unanimously. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF WESTLAKE, LOUISIANA, TO EXECUTE THE CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION OF WORK PERFORMED BY APECK CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE GARFIELD STREET DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE 1 AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS THEREWITH. MA PROJECT NO. B8-18074-DA. UPDATE A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve hearing the Updates. Mr. Vernon Meyer gave an update on all city projects. Mayor McMillin announced the following reminders: It is illegal to blow any grass clippings onto the road and/or into the storm drains. Trash cans need to be removed from the street within 24 hours of pick up. A motion was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Ms. Peterson to approve the Updates. The motion carried unanimously. REPORTS A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve hearing the reports. The motion carried unanimously. Chief Chris Wilrye gave the Police Report. Captain Matt Webb gave the Fire Report. Mr. Damon Hardesty gave the Public Works Report. Captain Matt Webb gave the Code Enforcement Report. Mr. Jamie Perkins gave The National Report. Mayor McMillin gave the Mayors Report. A motion was made by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the Reports. The motion carried unanimously. A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Cryer. The motion carried unanimously. HAL MCMILLIN, MAYOR ATTEST: ANDREA MAHFOUZ, CITY CLERK MEETING COMMENCED AT 5:33 P.M. MEETING ENDED AT 6:33 P.M. Also in attendance: Macie LeTard, City Attorney Vernon Meyer, City Engineer Chris Wilrye, Police Chief Jamie Perkins, General Manager, NGCLA Matt Webb, Code Enforcement Brandi LeJune, Accountant Todd Abshire, LRWA Citizens addressing the Council: Paul Singh Linda Whelchel Apr 28 1t 2115189 Notice Cost- $371.50
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Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Jennifer Bridgett Pommier Canter, please contact P. David Olney, Attorney at Law, Lake Charles, Louisiana, (337) 436-1644. Apr 28, 29, 30 3t 2115187 Notice Cost- $59.61
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Lake Charles
April 28, 2026
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Notice of Administrative Review The Calcasieu Parish Division of Planning and Development has received the following applications for an administrative review and is soliciting your input. The deadline for submitting your comments is May 8, 2026. AR-0426-0009 A request by William Troy Turton for an administrative review to allow residential development at 120 East Hebert Road in Ward Three. Written comments may be sent to the Division of Planning and Development, Stacy Becnel, Administrative Review Secretary, at the following: Fax, 337/721-4193 Email, planningadminreview@calcasieu.gov Standard mail, P.O. Drawer 3287, Lake Charles, LA 70602-3287 Comment forms are available in our office, which is located at 901 Lakeshore Drive, 5th Floor in Lake Charles, Louisiana. After receipt of all comments, the Director of Planning and Development will make a decision on the applicants request by May 13, 2026. This process does not involve a public hearing unless a decision is appealed reference Ordinance Number 5582. Apr 28, May 5 2t 2115093 Notice Cost- $79.00
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