PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SECTION 8 HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM AGENCY PLAN ST MARY PARISH GOVERNMENT The St Mary Parish Govern-ment will conduct a Public Hearing at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, June 15, 2026, in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor, St Mary Parish Courthouse, Franklin, LA. The purpose of the hearing is to obtain citizen input on the following subjects. * The St Mary Parish HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program’s 5-Year Agency Plan for 2026; of which the Agency has formulated in compliance with HUD requirements. * Amendments to the Adminis-trative Plan to include revisions to comply with HUD requirements. The Program’s Agency Plan for 2026 is available for review in the St Mary Parish Hous-ing Office located in Room 106, St Mary Parish Courthouse, and at the Office of Com-munity Design Group, 530 Third St, Morgan City LA. The plan is available for in- spection during regular office hours. Those citizens unable to attend this hearing may submit their views in writing to: St Mary Parish Section 8 Housing Program Fifth Floor – Parish Courthouse Franklin LA, 70538 Or: St Mary Parish Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program C/o Community Design Group 530 Third St P O Box 972 Morgan City LA, 70381 Accommodations will be made for disabled and non English speaking individuals needing assistance, provided that the agency receives a three-day notice by calling the office at 337/828-3986 or 985/384-3094. James L Firmin, Program Administrator Adv. April 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST. MARY PARISH 9-1-1 COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT Regular Board Meeting 1200 David Dr., Building B Morgan City, LA 70380 April 23, 2026 1:00 P.M. Chairman, Mr. Justin Martin opened the April 23, 2026, regular meeting with the roll call. Mr. Justin Martin, Mr. Travis M. Mayon, Mr. Duval Arthur, III, Mr. Garrett Grogan, and Mr. Scott Verret were in attendance. and Mr. Jimmy Broussard and Ms. Brandi Leonard did not attend. Guest(s): NONE Public Comment: NONE Mr. Verret made a motion to dispense with the reading of and to accept the March 26, 2026, minutes. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. The income statement for March 2026 was $67,364.15. Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the income statement. Mr. Verret seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. The expense statement for March 2026 was $69,413.11. Mr. Duval made a motion to accept the expense statement. Mr. Mayon seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. A budget vs actual comparison was provided to the board for review. Old Business: NONE New Business: NONE Director Up- dates: Ms. Randle up- dated members on the progress of the new call handling system. The 2025 audit is in progress. VFIS insurance renewal will be on next month’s agenda. Tech Pro recommended replacement of five outdated computers to avoid security risks and support modern software. A quote was provided for the up- grade of two priority computers among the five. After a brief discussion, members recommended ob- taining quotes to replace all 5 computers. General Discussion: NONE Adjournment: Mr. Verret made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Mayon seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried. Approved: ——————— Mr. Justin Martin, Chairman Attest: ——————— Mr. Justin Martin, Chairman Adv. April 29, 2026

Cost: $76.50 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Drainage District No. 6 (Amelia area). The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until May 7, 2026, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Chapter 7 Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 38:1758 and 38:1759. Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538. The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on May 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies. Adv. April 15 and 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Sixteenth Judicial District Court —— PARISH OF ST. MARY —— STATE OF LOUISIANA U.S. Bank National Association, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Trustee For The RMAC Trust, Series 2016-CTT Vs. No. 139366 Div “F” Walton Joseph Billiot A/K/A Walton J. Billiot A/K/A Walton Billiot, Elaine Billiot Scheffsky A/K/A Elaine B. Scheffsky A/K/A Elaine Scheffsky, Tiffany Billiot, Randall Billiot, Ryan Billiot, Jarrett Billiot, Shawn Lowell And Ronald Stanley Billiot, Jr. A/K/A Ronald S. Billiot, Jr. A/K/A Ronald Billiot, Jr., Heirs of Madeline Bobo Jones Billiot A/K/A Madeline Bobo Jones A/K/A Madeline B. Jones A/K/A Madeline Jones A/K/A Madeline Bobo Billiot A/K/A Madeline B. Billiot A/K/A Madeline Billiot A/K/A Madeline Bobo Billiot A/K/A Madeline B. Billiot TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit: That certain parcel of land together with all buildings and improvements thereon situated and all rights, ways, privileges, prescriptions and servitudes thereto belonging or in anywise appertaining and all appurtenances thereof lying and being situated in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, being known and designated and described as Lot “W” on a map or plat prepared by E. E. Opitz, C. E., dated January 18, 1965, which map or plat is recorded in St. Mary Parish COB 13-Q, page 199, entry no. 124,815 and which map is made a part hereof by reference. Subject to a five foot utility easement in favor of South Central Bell Telephone Company. to satisfy the sum of FIFTEEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE AND 78/100 ($15,235.78) DOLLARS, balance due on principal of note, interest from September 24, 2022, until paid, at 12.35% per annum, to be computed; reasonable attorney’s fees; to be computed, and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale. I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 6th day of May A.D., 2026, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M. Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. Wednesday, the 17th day of December, A.D., 2025 GARY L. DRISKELL, SHERIFF By: Heidi Rineholt Deputy Sheriff

Cost: $22.50 PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Sixteenth Judicial District Court —— PARISH OF ST. MARY —— STATE OF LOUISIANA U.S. Bank Trust National Association, As Trustee For BMCF-EG Series II Trust Vs. No. 139678 Div “H” Michael H. Aleksines and Regina Fillingame Aleksines TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of Order of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable 16th Judicial District Court, in and for the Parish of St. Mary, and to me directed, in the above numbered and entitled suit, I have seized the following mentioned and described property, to wit: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO WIT: ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND TOGETHER WITH ALL BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON SITUATED AND ALL RIGHTS, WAY, PRIVILEGES, SERVITUDES, PRESCRIPTIONS AND APPURTENANCES THEREON BELONGING OR IN ANYWISE APPERTAINING, LYING AND BE- ING SITUATED IN MORGAN CITY, ST. MARY PARISH, LOUISIANA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DES- CRIBED AS STARTING AT A POINT 1375 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF FRONT STREET, AND 100 FEET SOUTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF BELANGER STREET, AND FROM THIS POINT RUNNING SOUTH 50 FEET ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF FEDERAL AVENUE, THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL TO BELANGER STREET A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO AN IRON STAKE OR PIPE, THENCE NORTHERLY PARALLEL TO FEDERAL AVENUE, A DISTANCE OF 50 FEET, THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL TO BELANGER STREET, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF ORIGINAL BEGINNING. BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY PROPERTY OF JOSEPH K. BROWN OR AS- SIGNS, EAST BY FEDERAL AVENUE, SOUTH BY PROPERTY OF SAM NYE BASS OR ASSIGNS, AND WEST BY PROPERTY OF FRANK BROWN OR ASSIGNS, SAID TRACT OF LAND HEREIN DESCRIBED HAVING A FRONT OF 50 FEET ON THE WEST SIDE OF FEDERAL AVENUE, BY A DEPTH BE- TWEEN PARALLEL LINES OF 150 FEET, MORE OR LESS. TAX ID: 9890. (the “Property”) to satisfy the sum of FORTY FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED NINETEEN AND 31/100 ($45,219.31) DOLLARS, plus interest at the rate of 10.3092 percent per annum from November 16, 2024, until paid and reasonable attorney’s fees; all costs and expenses in enforcing the Note and Mortgage, and all advances for taxes, insurance premiums, and all other charges and expenses permitted by the Note or Mortgage including pre-payment penalty, if any, and late charges and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff’s costs and commission All successful bidders must have cash, cashier’s check or a verifiable letter of credit in favor of said bidder from a solvent bank, savings and loan association or other such financial institution authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana and full payment must be made on the date of sale. Letter must state that money is available on the date of sale. I shall expose the same at public sale, for Cash, according to law WITHOUT ap- praisement to the last and highest bidder, at the principal front door of the 1st floor lobby area of the Court House in the Parish of St. Mary, Town of Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 6th day of May A.D., 2026, be- tween the legal hours commencing at 10 O’Clock A.M. Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. Monday, the 4th day of August A.D., 2025 GARY L. DRISKELL, SHERIFF By: Heidi Rineholt Deputy Sheriff Adv. April 3 and 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST. MARY PARISH WATER & SEWER COMMISSION #2 RATE INCREASE EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2026 OUR WATER RATES WILL BE INCREASING. PLEASE SEE THE NEW RATES BELOW. IN DISTRICT RATES – WATER - $6.75 FLAT FEE $4.50 PER/1,000 GALLONS SEWER - $6.75 FLAT FEE $6.00 PER/1,000 GALLONS OUT OF DISTRICT RATES – WATER - $7.75 FLAT FEE $6.20 PER/1,000 GALLONS SEWER - $7.75 FLAT FEE $7.30 PER/1,000 GALLONS COMMERCIAL RATES – WATER - $7.75 FLAT FEE $6.20 PER/1,000 GALLONS SEWER - $7.75 FLAT FEE $7.30 PER/1,000 GALLONS OUR METER DEPOSITS WILL INCREASE BY $50.00 DEPENDING ON METER SIZE. Adv. April 29, May 1, 6 and 8, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 4. The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until May 7, 2026, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:4564. Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538. The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on May 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy. Adv. April 15 and 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Adjustments for the Parish of St. Mary. The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until May 21, 2026, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Ordinance No. 1738 – Section 5.3 Board of Adjustment – A. Composition and Appointment. Applications may be mailed or personally submitted Monday- Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. till noon on Friday to Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk of the Council, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana 70538. The St. Mary Parish Council will meet in regular session on May 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy. Adv. April 29 and May 13, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE “NOTICE TO ESTABLISH A BRANCH” In the matter of the establishment of a branch of M C Bank & Trust Company. Notice is hereby given that the M C Bank & Trust Company, whose Main Office and Office and domicile is located in Morgan City, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, has made application to the Federal Reserve Board and the Louisiana Commissioner of Financial Institutions to establish a branch to be located at 400 Interstate N. Parkway SE, Suite 750, Atlanta, GA 30339. Any person wishing to comment on this application with the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions may file his or her comments, in writing, with the Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Post Office Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The Office of Financial Institutions is not required to consider any comments received more than 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. The Public Section of the application will be available at the Office of Financial Institutions for public inspection during the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. M C Bank & Trust Company whose head office is in Morgan City, LA intends to apply to the Federal Reserve Board for permission to establish a branch at 400 Interstate N. Parkway SE, Suite 750, Atlanta, GA 30339. The Federal Reserve considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application including the record of performance of applicant banks in helping to meet local credit needs. You are invited to submit comments in writing on this application to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, 1000 Peachtree Street N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30309-4470. The comment period will not end before May 14, 2026. The Board’s procedures for processing applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. Part 262. Procedures for processing protested applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Federal Reserve Board’s procedures, or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Erien Terry, Assistant Vice President, at (404) 384-0267. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal hearing on the application if they are received in writing by the Reserve Bank on or before the last day of the comment period. M C Bank & Trust Company (Name of Institution) 1204 Greenwood Street, Morgan City, LA 70380 (Address) By: Christopher LeBato (President, CEO) Adv. April 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST.MARY PARISH RECREATION DISTRICT NO.1 PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH RECREATION DISTRICT NO.1 Page 1 The board of Commissioners of St. Mary Recreation District No.1 met in regular session on Monday March 16, 2026. The meeting was called to order by Mrs. Melanie Butcher at 6:11pm. Roll was called and those present were Commissioners, Mrs. Melanie Butcher , Mr. Timothy Aucoin, Mr. Shannon Boykin, and Mr. Royal Young. Also in attendance was Manager Michael Beadle, administration Randy Bi- jeaux, absent Miguel Perez Approval of meeting minutes from February 16, 2026 regular session meeting. A motion to accept minutes as written was made by Mr. Timothy Aucoin a second by Mr. Shannon Boykin . No discussion. All were in favor. Motion passed. Treasury report and review of monthly bills. After discussion, Mrs. Melanie Butcher made a motion to pay bills and except treasury report. Mr. Timothy Aucoin made a second. All were in favor. Motion passed. Old Business 1. CCHS contract Discussion on options on fees and terms were generally discussed. All were in favor to keep tabled until next month to receive information from Kristi Rink. 2. Discussion on playground equipment needs. Mr. Timothy Aucoin spoke that if any moves were to made that the REC would have to proceed on their own. Will check to see what grants are available. Also discussed was condition of current temporary repairs on playground equipment. Michael Beadle will continue to reach out to playground companies for equipment price and options. All were in favor to keep tabled until next month to discuss equipment needs (options). 3. Fencing issues Manager Mike Beadle stated that the Dixie Youth field has the most damage and re- quested Hanko’s to survey the used fence from bigger field to replace. All were in favor to keep tabled until next month to get pricing for comparison. 4. Discussion on Drainage issues. Rec will remove the trees in fence and water board will clean the ditch. Rec now has access and will maintain it after it is cleaned. All were in favor to keep tabled until next month New Business 1. Managers Re- port: Michael Beadle gave update on CC cleaning up, paint issue, leaving press box unlocked, food storage issues for tournaments, Dixie youth field drainage, Rec usage of our supplies for upkeep and girls field upkeep. Discussion was to give awareness to board for future contract discussions. Discussion also involved CC canceling games and not notifying Rec. 2. Rentals: - Boxing, Concessions. - Church rental discussion price for Sundays. If signed whole month agreement $75 per Sunday. Mrs. Melanie Butcher motion to rent for $75, second by Mr. Timothy Aucoin. All were in favor. Motion carries. - Midget Wrestling, Concessions. - Morgan City High School Re- union, facility access and usage 3. Painting of silhouettes on building. Will receive quote 4. Rental, discussions and actions: Include verbiage in contract for deputy, extended time rate and coverage. Mrs. Melanie Butcher motion, Mr. Shannon Boykin second. All were in favor. Motion carries. 5. Board Member facility usage: Alcohol usage, rules. Tabled until next meeting. Contract to include no bottles (glass bottles) Motion by Mrs. Melanie Butcher, Mr. Royal Young second. All were in favor. Motion carries. Motion by Mr. Royal Young at 7:26, Mr. Timothy Aucoin second…… Meeting Ad- journed. ——————— MIKE BEADLE MANAGER ——————— Board Chairperson Adv. April 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING REPORT APRIL 8, 2026 FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA 5:45 P.M. The St. Mary Parish Council held a Public Hearing on this date with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mathews, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., and Mark Duhon. Absent were J Ina, Dean Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. The purpose of the Public Hearing was to receive written and/or oral comments relative to the following Ordinances: An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (4C Christian Committing – The Community to Christ) An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Rezonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (St. Mary Parish Government for Columbus Ave.) There were no written and/or oral comments were received regarding the above ordinances. There being no further business, Mr. Olander moved for adjournment. Mr. Hebert seconded the motion, which carried. s/g Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo, Chairperson s/g Lisa C. Morgan Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk Adv. April 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL OF THE PARISH OF ST. MARY, STATE OF LOUISIANA APRIL 8, 2026 FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA 6:00 P.M. The St. Mary Parish Council met on this date in Regular Session with Chairperson Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo presiding and the following members present: Rev. Craig Mat-hews, J Ina, Rodney Olander, David W. Hill, Leslie “Les” Rulf, Jr., Patrick Hebert, James “Jimmy” Davis, Jr., Mark Duhon, Dean Adams, and Kristi Prejeant Rink, M.D. Absent was Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale. The Invocation was pronounced by Mr. Olander and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Hill. Mr. Olander moved that the reading of the Second Regular Meeting, March 25, 2026 be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried. Jacob Bell appeared before the Council to discuss an update on “Save Our Children Mentoring Program.” He discussed their budget and the need for additional funding. He expounded on the need for more parent involvement, fundraisers, donations, building maintenance, and asked for help to obtain a grant writer. Several Council Members discussed researching the budget availability, funding, and building maintenance. Parish President, Sam Jones expounded on the Parish’s deficit his first year as Parish President and thanked Mr. Bell for helping the children in the community. Sherry Wilmore, A’Lyrah Jones, Tasia Briscoe, and Megan Lasserre, representatives, appeared before the Council to discuss the adoption of the proclamation recognizing “Black Maternal Health Week” to be observed on April 11 – 17, 2026. Ms. Wilmore expounded on the Healthy Start Program that services all mothers and that their contact number is 985-333-2020 and email is healthystart.org. Mr. Adams requested to move up Item 14A, “Proclamation proclaiming April 11-17, 2026, as “Black Maternal Health Week.” Rev. Mathews moved to adopt the following Proclamation. The Council seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Mathews, Ina, Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, and Hidalgo NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Black Maternal Health Week is observed nationally each year from April 11 through April 17 to increase awareness and strengthen coordinated efforts to improve maternal and infant health outcomes; and WHEREAS, Louisiana continues to experience one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the United States, with pregnancy-associated mortality ratios exceeding the national average and many pregnancy-related deaths in Louisiana have been identified as preventable, emphasizing the importance of early and continuous prenatal care, timely postpartum care, and access to comprehensive, high- quality healthcare services; and WHEREAS, data from the Louisiana Department of Health highlight areas where maternal health outcomes can be improved through expanded access to quality care and coordinated support services; and WHEREAS, maternal and infant health outcomes are influenced by multiple factors, including access to healthcare, care coordination, transportation, chronic disease management, behavioral health needs, and other conditions that impact health and well-being and preterm birth and infant mortality rates in Louisiana remain higher than the national average and require continued collaboration across healthcare providers, public health agencies, and community-based organizations; and WHEREAS, the federally funded Healthy Start program in St. Mary Parish works to reduce infant mortality and improve birth outcomes through outreach, care coordination, health education, support for postpartum and well- woman care, interconception health services, and initiatives that en- courage and strengthen father and partner en- gagement; and WHEREAS, the Healthy Start Community Consortium brings together program participants, residents, healthcare providers, social service agencies, faith-based organizations, and community leaders to guide program activities, identify service gaps, and ensure that strategies reflect the lived experiences, strengths, and priorities of the families served and the voices of program participants help shape solutions that improve access to care, strengthen service delivery, and promote accountability and sustainable, community-driven improvements in maternal and infant health; and WHEREAS, St. Mary Parish is committed to supporting collaborative, community- informed ap- proaches that improve access to care, strengthen systems of support, and promote safe and healthy pregnancies and births for mothers, infants, and families. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Parish President and Council of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, do hereby recognize April 11–17, 2026, as “Black Maternal Health Week” in St. Mary Parish and encourage healthcare providers, community organizations, public health partners, businesses, faith leaders, and residents to work in partnership with the Healthy Start program and its Community Consortium to improve maternal health, increase access to postpartum and interconception care, support family well-being, and reduce preventable maternal and infant deaths. ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 8th day of April 2026. APPROVED: S/G GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO, CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL Kelli Cantu, Chez Hope, Inc. Community En- gagement Advocate, appeared before the Council to announce the “Do Your Thing with a Wing” Fundraiser Cook-Off on Saturday, May 2, 2026, on the Bayou Teche and in Downtown Franklin. Registration is free and you can contact Laci Daigle at 337-326-5311 for more information. Guests can purchase a $20.00 ticket that allows tasting from all competitors. Barry Dufrene, Home Rule Charter Revision Commission member, appeared before the Council to discuss the Home Rule Charter election date. Mr. Dufrene thanked the Council for creating a commission and not a committee to re- vise the Charter. He stated that the Charter was written 40 years ago and the only thing that was changed was term limits in 2014. He encouraged the Council to take the necessary steps to move the proposal forward in time for the fall election and begin the process of placing the item on the agenda so that the required steps such as drafting resolutions, holding public hearings, and informing the public can take place. In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, Dr. Rink stated that she spoke with Jason Akers regarding the November election date and its deadline. Parish President, Sam Jones informed of available employment opportunities in the Parish. He stated that the issue is the lack of housing. Several Council Members also discussed the lack of proper in- frastructure needed to support housing development. Mrs. Hidalgo stated that Chief Administrative Officer, Paul J. Governale submitted a Report on the status of TE-168 Levee District from Michael Brocato relative to Pump Station No. 4, Pump Station No. 9, Pump Station No. 8, Pump Station No. 6, and GIS. Mr. Hebert in- formed that he recently received exceptional service from Oschner St. Mary Hospital in Morgan City. He personally thanked Amanda Price, Chase Perry, Ms. Casey, Kimberly Neelan, and Dr. Karamoo of Oschner and also thanked Carlo Gagliano, Austin Guidry, and Darryl Davidson with Acadian Ambulance. Mr. Hebert in- troduced the following Ordinances: ORDINANCE NO. An Ordinance levying and imposing a tax of 5.72 mills for the purpose of maintaining and supporting the St. Mary Parish Public Library and its branches as directed by a special election in the Parish of St. Mary, excluding the municipality of Morgan City, for the year 2026; and levying and imposing a forty-six hundredths (0.46) mills tax on all the property subject to taxation in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, excluding the City of Morgan City, for the year 2026. THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE ORDINANCE NO. An Ordinance levying a tax of 7.60 mills Parish Tax located outside the municipalities for all parochial purposes and segregating for local and parochial purposes and levying and imposing a 3.80 mills tax located within the municipalities to help defray the expenses of the Criminal Justice System of the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana. THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR RE- VIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE Dr. Rink moved to adopt Item 13A, “FOR ADOPTION - An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. (4C Christian Committing – The Community to Christ)” and Item 13B, “FOR ADOPTION – An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments). (St. Mary Parish Government for Columbus Ave.)” Mr. Davis seconded the motion. After discussion, Dr. Rink withdrew her motion and Mr. Davis withdrew his second due to Mr. Hebert owning property on Columbus Avenue and requesting to abstain from voting on Item 13B. Dr. Rink moved to adopt the following Ordinance. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Ina, Olander, Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Du- hon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo, and Mathews NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 2428 An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, DIVISION 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearings, Section 5.4.3 Specific Use Permits granting a Specific Use. THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR RE- VIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE EXHIBIT “A” Name: 4C Christian Committing The Community to Christ Address: 1560 & 1564 Cypremort Rd., Franklin, LA Parcel Id#181490 1090.00 - Lot 2 Lockett Subd. per Plat 44A 273250 Acq. Inc 69 10766, Parcel Id# 1814901055.00 - Lot 3 Lockett Subd. per Plat 374 330929 Acq. 374 330930, and 1564 Cypremort Rd., Jeanerette, LA 70544, & Parcel Id# 1814901089.00 - Lot 1 Lockett Subd. per Plat 44A 273250 Acq. 216 308287 Currently Zon-ed: Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District Specific Use Purpose: for an existing Church and Accessory Facilities. Dr. Rink moved to adopt the following Ordinance. Mr. Davis seconded the motion, which carried by the following 10-0-1-0 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Olander, Hill, Rulf, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hidalgo Mathews, and Ina NAYS: None ABSTAIN: He- bert ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 2429 An Ordinance in compliance with Ordinance No. 1973, Chapter 5 Procedures, Division 5.4 General Procedures for Public Hearing, Section 5.4.2 Re- zonings (Zoning Map Amendments). THIS ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR RE- VIEW IN THE PARISH COUNCIL’S OFFICE EXHIBIT “A” Name: St. Mary Parish Government for Columbus Ave. Address: Columbus Ave., Bayou Vista, LA Parcel Id# 1204 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Sec 14 T16S R12E; - Parcel Id# 3014301 091.00 - Lot 20 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 359 328658; 1210 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 092.00 - Lot Tract B-C-H-A-B Per plat 14L 130632 Being The Re- mainder Of Lot 19 Bayou Vista Park Blk 11 Acq. 458 344150; 1208 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 093.00 - Lot East 30 Ft No 19 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Being Por Tract CDGHC Per plat 14L 130632 Acq. 469 345773, - Parcel Id# 3014301 094.00 - Lot West 35 Ft No 18 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Being Por Tract CDGHC per Plat 14L 130632 Acq. 469 345773; 1220 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 095.00 - Lot East 40 Ft No 18 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 453 343240, - Parcel Id# 3014301 096.00 - Lot West 25 Ft No 17 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 453 343240; 1224 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, Parcel Id# 3014301097.00 - Lot East 50 Ft No 17 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 42X 268179, - Parcel Id# 3014301 098.00 - Lot West 15 Ft No 16 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 42X 268179; 1230 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id # 3014301099.00 Lot East 60 Ft No 16 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 44H 274231 Improvement On The Land Of Beadle Michael Paul Acq. 44H 274231, - Parcel Id# 3014301100.00 - Lot West 5 Ft No 15 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 44H 274231; 1236 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 101.00 - Lot Center 65 Ft No 15 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 45T 280699; 1240 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 102.00 - Lot East 5 Ft No 15 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 36G 242583, - Parcel Id# 3014301 103.00 - Lot West 60 Ft No 14 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 449 342574; 1244 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 104.00 - Lot East 15 Ft No 14 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 184 303639, Parcel Id# 3014301 105.00 - Lot West 50 Ft No. 13 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 184 303639; 1252 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, Parcel Id# 3014301106.00 - Lot East 25 Ft No. 13 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 45J 278793, - Parcel Id# 3014301 107.00 - Lot West 40 Ft No. 12 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 45J 278793; 1256 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 108.00 Lot East 35 Ft No. 12 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 264 314816, - Parcel Id# 3014301 109.00 - Lot West 30 Ft No. 11 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 264 314816; 1260 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, Parcel Id# 3014301110.00 - Lot East 45 Ft No. 11 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 260 314181, - Parcel Id# 3014301111.00 - Lot West 20 Ft No. 10 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 260 314181; 1264 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 112.00 Lot East 55 Ft No. 10 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 23V 189470, - Parcel Id# 3014301 113.00 - Lot West 10 Ft No. 9 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 23V 189470; 1270 Columbus Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 114.00 - Lot East 65 Ft No. 9 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 443 341533; and 1104 Southeast Blvd., Morgan City, LA 70380, - Parcel Id# 3014301 115.00 - Lot 1 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 28L 213527, - Parcel Id# 3014301 116.00 - Lot North 55.05 No. 2 Bayou Vista Park Subd. Blk 11 Acq. 28L 213527220470 1197.00 - Lot Tract A-B-C-I-A Per Plat 24M 192689 Acq 449 342553, Sec.62 T14S R9E. PURPOSE: Re- zone from General Commercial (GC) Zoned District to Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District. Mr. Duhon mov-ed to adopt the following Resolution. Mr. Adams seconded the motion, which carried by the following 11-0-0-0 Roll Call vote: YEAS: Hill, Rulf, Hebert, Davis, Duhon, Adams, Rink, Hi- dalgo, Mathews, Ina, and Olander NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION A resolution authorizing Sam Jones, the President to execute an Agreement with Belle of Orleans, LLC. BE IT RESOLV-ED, that Sam Jones, President of the Parish of St. Mary, be and he is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the Parish Council, to execute an Agreement with the Belle of Orleans, LLC relative to a revenue-based fee to be paid to St. Mary Parish, with said Agreement to contain such terms, conditions, and stipulations as he may best see fit, he being fully authorized in the premises. ADOPTED AND APPROV-ED by the St. Mary Parish Council in regular session convened on this the 8th day of April 2026. APPROVED: S/G GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO, CHAIRPERSON ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL ATTEST: S/G LISA C. MORGAN LISA C. MORGAN, CLERK ST. MARY PARISH COUNCIL In response to several Council Members’ inquiries, President Jones stated that this is regarding the Amelia Belle Casino in Amelia. He stated that a 10 year agreement was negotiated with an option of an additional 10 year agreement and that the flat fee is based on net gaming proceeds. NEW BUSINESS: A. We received the following fin- ancial statements: Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 – year ended September 30, 2025 Fire Protection District No. 11 – year ended September 30, 2025 Recreation District No. 2 – year ended September 30, 2025 St. Mary Parish Water & Sewer Commission No. 3 - year ended September 30, 2025 B. Shayla Anderson, owner of Stable Lounge, LLC, leasee of Columbia Talmore, Jr., located at 300 Bosco Road., Jeanerette, Louisiana (formally Queen Bee Daiquiris & Game Tyme) requests a residency variance to obtain a 2026 Full Liquor Permit. Mr. Adams mov-ed to grant the 2026 residency variance for Shayla Anderson, own-er of the Stable Lounge, LLC, leasee of Columbia Talmore, Jr., located at 300 Bosco Road., Jeanerette, Louisiana (formally Queen Bee Daiquiris & Game Tyme). Dr. Rink seconded the motion. In response to Rev. Mathews’ inquiry, Assistant Clerk of the Council, Roshonda Bourgeois ex- plained that the residency variance is to allow for issuance of a liquor permit. She stated that Ms. Anderson has obtained an electrical permit from the Planning & Zoning Department to have electricity turned on. Rev. Mathews stated that he has received several calls from residents in opposition of having a bar re-open at this location. After discussion, Mr. Adams withdrew his motion to grant the 2026 residency variance for Shayla Anderson, owner of the Stable Lounge, LLC, leasee of Columbia Talmore, Jr., located at 300 Bosco Road., Jeanerette. Dr. Rink withdrew her second. Rev. Mathews moved to table the 2026 residency variance request for Shayla Anderson, owner of the Stable Lounge, LLC, leasee of Columbia Talmore, Jr., located at 300 Bosco Road., Jeanerette, to the April 22, 2026 agenda. Mr. Ina seconded the motion, which carried. C. Discussion and action pursuant to Ordinance No. 2152 which provides that any member of any Board of Commissioners appointed by the Parish who shall miss three (3) meetings in any twelve (12) month period of time without good cause stated to the Parish Council shall be terminated from the Board of Commissioners. The intent of the ordinance is to have people serving on these boards that have the time and willingness to attend meetings so as to ensure that a quorum would be met to conduct business that may come before the board. On March 3, 2026, a letter was sent to Ms. Patsy W. Powell informing her that a commissioner who misses three meetings within a twelve-month period without good cause shall be terminated. I have not heard back from this board member. Clerk of the Council, Lisa Morgan explained that this pertains to the Tourist Commission and that no action can be taken per Revised Statute 33:4574, Tourist Commissions creation, purpose, directors, and powers. D. Mr. Hill to discuss the new street signs going up across St. Mary Parish. Mr. Hill stated that residents are complaining that DOTD is replacing existing stop signs and installing new signs in school zones within the Parish that are 7 feet tall, which is a safety concern. He explained that this is a DOTD project with no cost to the Parish. Mrs. Hidalgo stated that she has received complaints of signs being installed in the middle of existing driveways. E. Appointments to the following Boards and Commissions: Board of Adjustments for the Parish of St. Mary – 1 Vacancy Tanya A. Johnson (Present Alternate Member) Mr. Olander moved that Tanya A. Johnson be appointed to the Board of Adjustments for the Parish of St. Mary. Mr. Ina seconded the motion, which carried. Dr. Rink inform-ed of the Bayou Horseshoe Tournament to benefit St. Jude’s Children Hospital that will be held this weekend at Kemper Williams Park. There being no further business, Mr. Adams moved for adjournment. Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which carried. S/G GWENDOLYN L. HIDALGO Gwendolyn L. Hidalgo, Chairperson S/G LISA C. MORGAN Lisa C. Morgan, Clerk Adv. April 29, 2026