Public Notice Rquest for Scenic River Permit on Bayou Cocodrie The Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), as Administrator of the Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System, is currently considering the application of Entergy Services, LLC, for a permit to construct the Babel to Webre 500 kV Transmission Line Project across Bayou Cocodrie. The proposed Bayou Cocodrie crossing is located east of Louisiana State Highway 115, south of Sadler Road, north of Bayou Touraeau Road, and approximately 1,000 feet upstream of the Louisiana State Highway 115 bridge over Bayou Cocodrie in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. Copies of the application may be reviewed by the public at the LDWF main office, 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. The public is invited to submit comments on this permit request for a period of forty-five (45) days. Written comments should be mailed to the LDWF Scenic Rivers Program, 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. 090326 Cost is $30.00

Legal Notice WARD 5 WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 1 REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 27, 2026 Thursday, August 27, 2026 the Ward 5 Waterworks District No. 1 Board met in regular session at the Lone Pine Fire Department at 6:00 P.M. PRESENT: Don Deville, President Maxie Johnson, Secretary Hope Rasmussen, Board Member Charles Strother, Board Member Craig Whittington, Board Member The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Don Deville. Motion to open made by Craig Whittington and second by Maxie Johnson. July, 2026 financial statement and bills presented for discussion and approval. Motion made by Maxie Johnson and second by Hope Rasmussen to accept and approve payment of operational bills. The Board discussed the cost of the recent repairs to the system and has determined that should the repairs reach $ 2,000.00 or greater, that quotes should be obtained. If the repairs are determined to be an emergency situation, two board members must be notified of the emergency situation. Motion made to accept and approve made by Hope Rasmussen and was unanimously approved. Next meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Lone Pine Fire Station. Motion made to accept and approve made by Charles Strother and second by Craig Whittington. Having no further business open for discussion the meeting was adjourned. Motion to adjourn made by Hope Rasmussen and second by Maxie Johnson. 090326 Cost is $50.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH POLICE JURY SPECIAL MEETING AUGUST 26, 2026 The Police Jury met in Regular Session assembled with the following members present: Kevin Veillon, Keith Saucier, Sidney Fontenot, Ryan Ardoin, Tim Causey, Brent Guillory, Daniel Arvie and Darion Arvie. Absent and excused was Bryan Vidrine. A quorum was present. There were no comments from the public regarding the agenda items. Motion was made by Keith Saucier and seconded by Tim Causey approving to go into executive session to discuss personnel issues. Motion carried. Motion was made by Ryan Ardoin and seconded by Darion Arvie approving to reconvene the meeting. Motion carried. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot and seconded by Sidney Fontenot, seconded by Darion Arvie and unanimously approved to amend the agenda to add the following items: 1. Consider Hospital Resolution 2. Consider Sheriff request for Courthouse security 3. Consider Crooked Creek Personnel addition Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot and seconded by Darion Arvie approving to adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION 08262026-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE EVANGELINE PARISH POLICE JURY REQUESTING REVIEW AND APPROPRIATE DEPARTANT OVERSIGHT BY THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REGARDING MERCY MEDICAL CENTER. Whereas, Mercy Medical Center (the hospital) is an important healthcare provider for Evangeline Parish and the surrounding areas; and Whereas, reliable access to emergency care, inpatient care, surgery, diagnostic services, laboratory services, imaging and other hospital services is essential to the health and welfare of our citizens; and Whereas, the Evangeline Parish Police Jury (Police Jury) has received information raising concerns about the hospital’s current operations, including financial stability, staffing levels, supply availability, equipment reliability, facility conditions, and continuity of care; and Whereas, concerns have also been raised regarding vendor obligations, supply-chain interruptions, employee confidence, and the hospital’s ability to maintain the staffing, supplies, equipment and services necessary for safe patient care; and   Whereas, the Police Jury is also aware of reports concerning emergency department readiness, patient monitoring equipment, sanitation, medical waste handling, security, building conditions and other operational support issues; and   Whereas, the Police Jury does not make any final factual finding regarding these concerns, but believes the issues are serious enough to warrant review by the appropriate regulatory authority; and Whereas, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is the appropriate state agency to review hospital licensing, patient safety, health standards, emergency preparedness and related operational matters.   Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Evangeline Parish Police Jury respectfully requests that LDH conduct a timely review of Mercy Medical Center and its current operations, including: - The hospital’s ability to maintain safe and reliable patient care. - Staffing levels and employee stability. - Availability of necessary medications, supplies, equipment and diagnostic resources. - Reliability of emergency, inpatient, surgical, laboratory, imaging, cardiac, and-other essential service; - Emergency department readiness and patient monitoring systems. - Sanitation, medical waste handling, security, facility condition, and other safety related concerns. - Any financial, vendor, supply-chain, or solvency issues that may affect patient care. - Compliance with applicable hospital licensing, patient safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, privacy, and Medicare requirements. Be It Further Resolved, that the Police Jury requests that LDH evaluate whether the hospital has adequate continuity-of-care plans, transfer agreements, EMS coordination, diversion protocols, and patient notification procedures in place if any service disruption occurs; and   Be It Further Resolved, that, to the extent any matter falls outside of LDH’s direct authority, the Police Jury requests that LDH coordinate with or refer the matter to the appropriate state or federal agency; and Be It Further Resolved, that the Police Jury requests a written response from LDH within thirty (30) days, to the extent permitted by law, identifying any steps taken or planned in response to this Resolution, and further requests reasonable periodic updates every thirty (30) days thereafter until LDH’s review is complete or until LDH determines that no further action is warranted; and Be It Further Resolved, that this Resolution is not intended to interfere with private business operations, but is made to protect access to safe and reliable hospital care for the citizens of Evangeline Parish; and Be It Further Resolved, that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the Louisiana Department of Health, the Health Standards Section and the Evangeline Parish Legislative Delegation. The above and foregoing, having been submitted to a vote was unanimously adopted this 26th day of August 2026. The Sheriff’s Department requested additional security inside the Courthouse Building. The request would increase security from one deputy at a cost of $600 per month to two deputies at a cost of $2,200 per month. The additional security would also provide coverage during all Police Jury meetings. A motion was made by Ryan Ardoin and seconded by Brent Guillory to approve the Sheriff’s Department’s request for additional security at a cost of $2,200 per month contingent upon the majority of Courthouse departments also approving. Motion carried. Motion was made by Tim Causey and seconded by Sidney Fontenot approving the hiring of Hunter Elliot at $10 per hour at Crooked Creek Recreational Park. Motion carried. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot and seconded by Tim Causey approving to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot, seconded by Tim Causey and unanimously approved to reconvene the Special Meeting previously adjourned for additional discussion on personnel actions. Motion carried. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot, seconded by Brent Guillory and unanimously approved to amend the agenda to add the following item: • Consider modifying personnel action regarding Darrel Shepherd. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot and seconded by Brent Guillory approving to temporarily appoint Darrel Shepherd to maintain sewer plants of Evangeline Parish until further notice upon his acceptance. Motion carried. Motion was made by Sidney Fontenot and seconded by Brent Guillory approving to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. _________________________________ Keith Saucier, Vice-President ________________________________ Dirk Deville, Secretary-Treasurer 090326 Cost is $215.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SALES/USE TAX COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JULY 22, 2026 Present were: Ryan LeDay Williams, Mindy Lalonde, Charles Guillory, Bert Campbell, Leisa Deshotel, Pat Derouselle, Quint West, Karen Vidrine, Heather Putnam-Lantz, Justin Darbonne, and Jacob Fusilier. Absent: None. Motion by Pat Derouselle, 2nd by Ryan Leday Williams that the agenda be approved. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Leisa Deshotel, 2nd by Bert Campbell that the minutes from the last meeting be approved. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Pat Derouselle, 2nd Justin Darbonne by that the expenses of $118,916.30 for the month of June 2026 be approved after reviewing and discussing the budget to actual comparisons. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Heather Putnam-Lantz, 2nd by Ryan Leday Williams that the Salary and Benefit Schedule be updated as follows: VACATION: 1/2 day per month for new hire until the beginning of fiscal year.Beg of Fiscal year thru 7th yr earn 10 days. 8th year earn 15 days. The most that can be carried over is 5 days. 401-K,commission pays 15% up to 25% of salary determined at the beginning of each FY (July 1st) pending final approval at budget presentation. Employee has option to match up to the IRS annual limits. When an employee of the Commission retires, using the schedule below,the Commission will pay the State share of the health insurance per the minutes of October 24, 2001. 30 years of service credit at any age. 25 years of service credit at age 55, or 10 years of service credit at age 60. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Dirk Deville, 2nd by Justin Darbonne that the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried unanimously. /s/:Bert Campbell Bert Campbell Secretary 090326 Cost is $65.00

Legal Notice INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that: Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office 1171 Patriot Road Ville Platte, LA 70586 will accept bids for EVANGELINE PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE DETENTION CENTER WAREHOUSE Engineer’s Project #1-0010-26 In accordance with the Drawings prepared by J. Ronald Landreneau & Associates, Inc. and described in general as follows: This project scope of work includes, but is not limited to, providing all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision necessary for the construction of a new pre-engineered metal building measuring 60’x100’ with concrete foundation and slab. Work generally includes site preparation, grading, concrete paving, aggregate drives, electrical and utility installation, water service, and all related appurtenant work necessary for a complete project, all in accordance with the Contract Documents. The bidder is responsible for obtaining all required permits, licenses, bonds, insurance, and other applicable items in accordance with the plans and specifications. Bid Proposals shall be addressed to the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office and delivered to the office of J. Ronald Landreneau & Associates, Inc. located at 801 West Main Street, Ville Platte, LA, no later than 11:00 am local time on Tuesday, the 8th of September 2026 at which time the sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The information for Bidders, Form of Bid Proposal, Form of Contract, Plans, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bonds, and other contract documents may be examined at the office of: J. Ronald Landreneau & Associates, Inc. 801 W. Main Street, Ville Platte, LA 70586 337-363-7035 Copies may be obtained at this office upon payment of a deposit of $200.00. This deposit will be refunded upon request in accordance with R.S.38:2212. The Owner reserves the right to reject all bids for just cause; such actions will be in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes 38. Retainage for this project shall be 10% of the Contract Price. Retainage shall be held for 45 days after recordation of the formal acceptance of the Work, in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable Louisiana Revised Statutes. Each bid shall be accompanied by bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid in the form of a Bid Bond or Cashier’s Check made payable to the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office, in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid or the accompanying security within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. All work completed on this project shall comply with Executive Order No. 11246 (Equal Employment Opportunity). It is required that on any bid for this project submitted in the amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) or more, one dollar ($1) or more for hazardous materials or mold remediation, or ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more for Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical, the contractor shall certify licensure under R.S. 37:2150-2192 and show the license number on outside of the bid envelope. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract sum, written by a company licensed to do business in the state of Louisiana. The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Bidders should note the required attachments and certifications to be executed and submitted with the bid proposal. ____________________________________ Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office Charles Guillory, Sheriff 081326 082026 090326 Cost is $125.00

PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFFÕS SALE 33RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT Parish of Allen State of Louisiana CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE. LLC. VS No. C-2026-234 KEATON DAVID MONTIE By virtue of a writ of SEIZURE AND SALE and to me directed by the Honorable Court aforesaid, I have seized and will offer for sale at public auction, to the last and highest bidder, withOUT the benefit of appraisement, at the Court House door of this Parish, in the Town of Oberlin, Parish of Allen, on OCTOBER 7, 2026 between legal hours, beginning at 10:00 A.M., the following described property, to-wit: A certain parcel of ground, situated in the Parish of Allen, State of Louisiana, located in the South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S 1/2 of SW 1/4) of Section 2, Township 7 South, Range 7 West, Southwestern Land District, Louisiana Meridian, containing 10.00 acres, more or less, and being more particularly described on the Plan of Survey by Lacy & Associates, Inc., Olin M. Lacy, Jr., P.L.S., Dated May 29, 2015, as follows: Commencing at the Southwest Corner of said South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S 1/2 of SW 1/4), thence proceed North 89 Degrees 28 Minutes 19 Seconds East, along the South Line of said South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S 1/2 of SW 1/4), for a distance of 885.55 feet to the point of the beginning; Thence North 02 Degrees 14 Minutes 15 Seconds East for a distance of 1,477.88 feet; Thence North 89 Degrees 44 Minutes 00 Seconds East for a distance of 295.21 feet; Thence South 02 Degrees 17 Minutes 24 Seconds West for a distance of 1,476.53 feet to the South Line of said South Half of the Southwest Quarter (S 1/2 of SW 1/4); Thence South 89 Degrees 28 Minutes 19 Seconds West, along said South Line, for a distance of 295.21 feet to the point of beginning, subject to right of way for Kingrey Cemetery Road along the South Side. Including one 2015 Clayton Manufactured Home, Bearing Serial No. Cbh028086tx, Model 35VAL18803TH15, 21 ÔX68Õ immobilized in File No. 484735, records of Allen Parish, Louisiana. Which has the address of 487 Kingrey Cemetery Road, Ragley, La Seized under said Writ. Terms UPON SUCCESSFULLY BIDDING ON THE PROPERTY, THE WINNING BIDDER MUST IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE THE SHERIFF WITH THE FULL AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY 12:00 PM (NOON) ON THE DATE OF THE SALE WITH A MONEY ORDER, CASHIER OR CERTIFIED CHECK, PLUS THEIR NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER BRANDY HOLLAND FOR: DOUGLAS L. HEBERT, III SHERIFF SheriffÕs Office, Oberlin, La., AUGUST 26, 2026. LOGS LEGAL GROUP LLP 3510 N. CAUSEWAY BLVD, SUITE 600 MET AIR IE LA 70002 Attorney for plaintiff (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 2026; OCTOBER 1, 2026)2T Cost is $133.40

PUBLIC NOTICE ALLEN PARISH POLICE JURY MEETING AUGUST 3, 2026 The Allen Parish Police Jury met in regular session at the Police Jury Administration Building, Oberlin, Louisiana, August 3, 2026 at the hour of 6:00pm. Present: Anthony Hebert, Adam Hussong, Heath Ardoin, Ruffin George, Roland Hollins, Chad Sanders and Joe Perkins. Absent: Allen Courville Motion seconded and carried to go into session. The LordÕs Prayer was said followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion seconded and carried to accept the minutes of the meetings held on July 6, 2026. The Finance Committee had the following recommendations: ¥ Approve to pay up to $11,000.00 for improvements to the video system in the police jury meeting room to be paid out of General Fund. ¥ Approve to pay up to $35,000.00 for fencing at the new Solid Waste Site in Kinder. ¥ Approve to pay CottonÕs Heating and Cooling $6,976.78 to replace 3ton unit at airport. Motion seconded and carried to accept the recommendations of the Finance Committee. The Road Committee had the following recommendations: ¥ Approve a JSA with the City of Oakdale for grass cutting, pothole patching and trash pickup for the month of August, 2026. ¥ Approve recommendation of Road Committee and advertise externally for Road Superintendent Position. Motion seconded and carried to accept the recommendations of the Road Committee. The CO2 Committee had no recommendations: Nothing to report Motion seconded and carried to approve for the purchasing agent to take necessary action for fuel, materials, and supplies for the month. Held a public hearing to modify the airport board ordinance. Motion seconded and carried approve to close public hearing. Motion seconded carried to table the approval of modifying airport board ordinance. Motion seconded and carried to approve to Re-Adopt the Policy/Procedure for Agenda Preparation and Distribution. Motion seconded and carried to approve to Re-Adopt the meeting conduct Policy/Procedure. Motion seconded and carried to approve a resolution holding an election in Recreation District No. 6 (Reeves) tax renewal. Motion seconded and carried to approve to advertise for bids for the Bridge Pile Replacement project for Recall #s 500864 and 50088. Discussed Road District 2 Budget Review and discussed options for Carpenters Bridge Road. Motion seconded and carried approve to include in the 2027 Capital Outlay budget. Motion seconded and carried to approve to amend the dress code policy in the policy and procedure manualÊto include office staff. Motion seconded and carried to approve liquor license for one stop wonder shop. Ê Discussed approving a non-disclosure agreement policy. Motion seconded and carried to approve a resolution to not allow Allen Parish Police Jury to enter into any non-disclosure agreements. Motion seconded and carried to approve a special event permit for Fete Du Void Festival on October 1, 2026- October 3, 2026. Discuss and consider approval of operating agreement between the Economic Development Board and the Allen Parish Police Jury Motion seconded and carried to approve the Police Jury President to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor agreement with the Economic Development Board. Motion seconded and carried to approve the Annual Certification of Compliance with State of Louisiana Off System Bridge Replacement Program Resolution. Motion seconded and carried to approve to hire Brandon Priest in Ward 2 contingent upon meeting hiring requirements. Motion seconded and carried to approve to hire Elizabeth Reeves in Ward 2 contingent upon meeting hiring requirements. Motion seconded and carried to approve to hire Kasey Smith in Ward 3 contingent upon meeting hiring requirements. Motion seconded and carried to approve to hire William Shannon Maddox in Ward 4 contingent upon meeting hiring requirements. Motion seconded and carried to approve to reappoint Emma Young to the Recreation District #6 Board (Reeves). Update on Hwy 26 Bridge. Recognized Ms. Strother to present the monthly inmate report. The report is for the month of July 2026. We were over budget $3,204.72 We have 101 Parish Inmates and 21 D.O.C. as of 8/3/2026. Announcement: The September meeting will be held Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Motion seconded and carried to approve to add an item to the agenda; ¥ Recognize Vickie Tunwar Motion seconded and carried to approve to add an item to the agenda; ¥ Discuss a proposed ordinance for special events. Motion seconded and carried to approve to add an item to the agenda; ¥ Put together the framework of a proposed ordinance for atv/utv on roads. Recognized Ms. Wilson to present the monthly inmate report. The report is for the month of June 2026. We were under budget $6231.05 We have 84 Parish Inmates and 28 D.O.C. as of 7/6/2026. Motion seconded and carried to adjourn the meeting. Tony Hebert, President Allen Parish Police Jury ATTEST: Erica Strother Secretary-Treasurer (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 2026)1T Cost is $170.00

PUBLIC NOTICE Industrial Development Board Meeting August 6, 2026 The Industrial Development Board met in regular session at 602 Court Street, Oberlin, Louisiana, August 6, 2026 at the hour of 3:00pm. Present: Matthew Hebert, Barbara Savant and Cathy Farris. Cathy Farris was appointed by the Allen Parish Police Jury at their August 3, 2026 meeting. Motion by Barbara Savant, seconded by Cathy Farris and carried to open the meeting. Motion by Barbara Savant, seconded by Cathy Farris and carried to approve the minutes of the meeting held June 23, 2026. Discussed possible expansion of the solar farm. Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Barbara Savant and carried add item to the agenda: ¥ Open up discussion with OPED Energy with the Allen Parish Police Jury and Industrial Development Board. Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Barbara Savant and carried to approve to open up discussion with OPED Energy with the Allen Parish Police Jury and Industrial Development Board. Discussed increasing IDB board members to eight members. Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Barbara Savant and carried add item to the agenda: ¥ Approve increasing IDB board members to 5 members, one from each road district. Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Barbara Savant and carried to approve increasing IDB board members to 5 members, one from each road district. Motion by Cathy Farris, seconded by Barbara Savant and carried table discussion for meeting attendance policy. Motion by Barbara Savant, seconded by Cathy Farris and carried to approve regular meeting schedule to be held quarterly on a Wednesday at 3pm. Motion by Barbara Savant and carried to approve opening a dedicated IDB checking account, separate from the Allen Parish Police Jury accounts. Discussed dedicated administrative support. No action taken. Motion by Barbara Savant, seconded by Cathy Farris and carried to adjourn the meeting. Industrial Development Board President ATTEST: Erica Strother Secretary-Treasurer (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 2026)1T Cost is $95.00

PUBLIC NOTICE KINDER HOUSING AUTHORITY 001113-ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS-ELTON SITE 1. SEALED bids will be received for the Housing Authority of Kinder, Louisiana 514 1/2 S 17th Street, Kinder, Louisiana 70648 for the construction project titled Modernization of Housing Ð Reroofing at Elton Housing Site ÒBÓ. The deadline for receipt of sealed bids at the Central Office of the Housing Authority is 10:00 AM, CST, Wednesday September 30, 2026 at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids shall be a Stipulated Sum basis as per the original documents. 2. BIDDING documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge from www.centerline.co/bidding. 3. The Architect for this project is: Frick Architecture, LLC P. O. Box 52360 Lafayette, Louisiana 70505 (337)-232-2838 office@frickarchitecture.com 4. ALL PRIME Contractors are required to register through www.centerline.co/bidding. Sealed bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the Classification of _Roofing_. Each bona fide 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 or without the consent of the Housing Authority. 5. A BID SECURITY (a certified check or bank draft made payable to the Housing Authority, U. S. Government Bonds, or satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the bidder and acceptable Sureties) in the amount of five percent (5.0%) of the highest possible bid amount is required. Bids are required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 30 days after submittal. Contractor shall use the Bid Form provided in the Bid Documents. Refer to Document 00 21 13 Instructions to Bidders and 00 43 93 Bid Submittal Checklist for additional information. The successful bidder will be required to furnish and pay for satisfactory performance and payment bond or bonds. 6. PRINTED copies are not available from the ARCHITECT. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs at the firm of their choosing. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be issued. Sub-bidders may obtain copies of Bidding Documents from prime contractors or by registering with www.centerline.co/bidding for electronic documents. Bidding Documents are available, for review only, at the Central Office of the HOUSING AUTHORITY. No copies of bidding documents will be provided to any Contractor from the office of the HOUSING AUTHORITY. 7. The Work for this project is generally described as replacement of existing asphalt shingles, underlayment, flashings, penetration boots, vent boots, vent caps, ridge vents, other accessories and other necessary and required work for proper installation as described in the specifications and construction documents. 8. The Owner requires the Architect to issue Substantial Completion of the Work on or before 30 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Thereafter, liquidated damages will be charged. 9. Attention is called to the provisions for equal employment opportunity, and payment of not less than the minimum salaries and wages set forth in the specifications under the Davis-Bacon Act must be paid on this project. The HOUSING AUTHORITY reserves the right to reject any or all bids for just cause. Bidders should be aware that the project is funded by Capital Fund Program of the Department of Housing & Urban Development of the Government of the United States. 10. EXAMINATION OF SITE- The site is available for examination by Bidders and Sub-bidders at any time during working hours of the Housing Authority. The Bidders and Sub-bidders shall notify the ARCHITECT and the HOUSING AUTHORITY 72-hours prior to visiting the site for coordination of OwnerÕs operation. 12. PRE-BID CONFERENCE- A Pre-Bid conference will be scheduled by addendum. HOUSING AUTHORITY OF KINDER, LOUISIANA SYLVIA MANUEL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 10 & 17, 2026)3T Cost is $135.00

PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received for the State of Louisiana by the Division of Administration and shall be directed to the Office of Facility Planning and Control, 1201 North Third Street, Claiborne Office Building, Suite 7-160, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802 or P.O. Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The deadline for receipt of bids is 2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 07, 2026, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud in a public meeting in the Claiborne Office Building, Conference Room 1-145. FOR: Hurricane Laura Building and Site Repairs Area A Allen Correctional Center Department of Public Safety and Corrections Kinder, Louisiana PROJECT NUMBER: 01-107-05B-13, F.01004701 Complete Bidding Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.centerlinebidconnect.com. Printed copies are not available from the Designer but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Designer at: DB Architecture of Acadiana, LLC 233 Doucet Road, Suite A2 Lafayette, LA 70503 Telephone: 337-205-3235 E-mail: info@dbarchitectureofacadiana.com All bids shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates. The form of this security shall be as stated in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written as described in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 21, 2026 at Allen Correctional Center, Administration Building, WardenÕs Conference Room / D-138, 3751 Lauderdale Woodyard Road, Kinder, LA 70648. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2166 for the classification of Building Construction or Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity. When this project is financed either partially or entirely with State Bonds or financed in whole or in part by federal or other funds which are not readily available at the time bids are received, the award of this Contract is contingent upon the granting of lines of credit, or the sale of bonds by the Bond Commission or the availability of federal or other funds. The State shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract Between Owner and Contractor is fully executed. Facility Planning and Control is a participant in the Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program (the Hudson Initiative) and the Veteran-Owned and Service-Connected Disabled Veteran-Owned (LaVet) Small Entrepreneurships Program. Bidders are encouraged to consider participation. Information is available from the Office of Facility Planning and Control or on its website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/fpc/. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to participate in this meeting, please contact Cheryl Schilling at Cheryl.Schilling@la.gov or (225) 342-6060 as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. STATE OF LOUISIANA DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL MATTHEW H. BAKER, DIRECTOR (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 10 & 17, 2026)3T Cost is $95.00

PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF REEVES MEETING July 13, 2026 The notice of Meeting/Agenda having been duly posted in accordance with requirements, and a quorum being present, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Chris Guillory at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by a prayer. Present: Mayor Chris Guillory, Alderman Mick Estay, Alderman Glenn Ducharme, Police Chief Waylin Bertrand, Attorney Chad Guidry, and Clerk Nicole Moreau. Absent: Alderman Scottie Jeffcoats Public hearing on the adoption of the following proposed ordinances opened Ordinance 002-2026 declaring 18370 US Highway 190 property surplus Ordinance 003-2026 to amend the 2025-2026 FY Budget Ordinance 004-2026 to enact the 2026-2027 FY Budget Mr. Buddy Estay approached the council regarding ordinance 002-2026 and questioned if the council had no plans of selling the property why go ahead and surplus it? He also directed a question to attorney Chad Guidry asking why does it have to be done by an ordinance? Mayor Guillory responded saying that if the time does come that the council would like to sell the property it would already be surplus and we wouldnÕt have to go through this entire process of getting it appraised and having to run it in the official journal several times. Attorney Chad Guidry responded to Mr. EstayÕs last question and explained that because it is immovable property the state of Louisiana requires it to be done by ordinance. There were no other comments made. The public hearing period was closed. Motion made by Alderman Ducharme, second by Alderman Estay, and carried to dispense with the reading of the June 6, 2026 meeting and special meeting June 29, 2026 and accept as written. A public comment period was opened. Mr. Buddy Estay and Mrs. Dawn Perkins asked for copies of the financials. No other comments were made. The public comment period was closed. Motion made by Alderman Estay, second by Alderman Ducharme, and carried to accept all financial reports. The votes for ordinance 002-2026 to declare 18370 US Highway 190 property surplus were as follows: Alderman Ducharme: YEA, Alderman Estay: YEA, Alderman Jeffcoats: ABSENT The votes for ordinance 003-2026 to amend the 2025-2026 FY Budget were as follows: Alderman Ducharme: YEA, Alderman Estay: YEA, Alderman Jeffcoats: ABSENT The votes for ordinance 004-2026 to enact the 2026-2027 FY Budget were as follows: Alderman Ducharme: YEA, Alderman Estay: YEA, Alderman Jeffcoats: ABSENT Mayor Guillory let the council know that Mr. Soloman Shirley would come in the coming weeks to give quotes on clearing condemned properties around town. Alderman Estay asked how the attorney fees are paid when the town is required to hire an attorney on behalf of the property owner if said property owner has not received the certified attempts. He gave an estimate of around $400 per property and then mentioned he may know a local attorney that would be interested and would find out and let the council know. That being said he then explained that all fees would be added as a lien to the property. Chief Waylin Bertrand publicly asked Officer Mike Saxby in open meeting if he was running for Mayor in the upcoming election to which he answered and said yes. At that point Chief Bertrand presented to the board a copy of the Village of Reeves Employee Handbook-Ordinance 001-2001 and stated he had to let the board be aware that since Officer Mike Saxby has political signs out and he has just said he is running for Village of Reeves, Mayor in the upcoming election he is violating Section 10 (I) (c) of the employee handbook which states that no employee shall Òbecome a candidate for elective public office.Ó with that Mr. Buddy Estay asked what qualifies one as an elected official? Attorney Chad Guidry responded with the law was not clear whether if it was when one begins putting signs out or if it was when one qualifies. At that moment Officer Saxby announced that his plan all along was to resign the week of qualifying when he believed that is when he would technically consider himself a candidate. Alderman Estay proceeded to ask Chief Bertrand what or if he was recommending anything? Chief Bertrand stated he had no recommendation he just wanted to let the board be aware of the violation. To which Alderman Estay suggested taking a vote on whether to allow Officer Saxby to remain apart of the police department until the week of qualifying when he had originally planned to resign and the vote was as follows: Alderman Ducharme: YEA, Alderman Estay: YEA, Alderman Jeffcoats: ABSENT No Attorney Report No Clerk Report Motion made by Alderman Estay, second by Alderman Ducharme, and carried to adjourn the meeting at 6:57 p.m. Mayor Chris Guillory ATTEST: Nicole Moreau, Clerk (PUBLISH: SEPTEMBER 3, 2026)1T Cost is $155.00