St. Mary Parish Recreation District 7 Monthly Meeting Minutes March 18th, 2026 6:00 p.m. The monthly meeting was held on March 18th, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the Ward 4 Governmental Complex Building in Centerville. The meeting was called to order by Mr. Irvin Lewis who also led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were; Mr. Irvin Lewis, Mrs. Bonita Peltier, Mr. Richard Tabor and Mr. Wendell Bogan. Mr. Cordell Boudreaux was absent. Approval of Minutes Mr. Tabor made a motion to accept the minutes for the February 2026 meeting; seconded by Mrs. Peltier. Motion passed. Financial Report Report was given by Mrs. Peltier. Motion by Mr. Tabor to approve February, 2026 report; and seconded by Mrs. Peltier to accept as given. Motion passed. Public Comment Mr. David Hanagriff gave an update on conex box repairs. He indicated that one small area of floor needs to be finished. He also commented that they would like to possibly have a drawing design contest with school students to paint a mural on the outside of box. They will also install vents for air circulation. Mr. Tabor made a motion to give Hanagriff’s permission to proceed with the painting and mural design; seconded by Mrs. Peltier. Mr. Rodney Olander gave update on the Centerville Park playground equipment. He explained that one piece of equipment has come in and the parish is awaiting on the remainder pieces. Old Business Mrs. Peltier will get prices on garbage cans. New Business Mrs. Peltier presented invoices for the month. Motion by Mr. Tabor to pay all invoices presented; seconded by Mr. Bogan. Motion passed. Adjournment Motion made by Mr. Tabor to adjourn; seconded by Mr. Bogan. Motion carried. Next meeting scheduled for April 15th, 2026. Bonita Peltier, Secretary May 27, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Waterworks District No. 5. The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Chapter 8 Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:3812 and 33:3813. 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 June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, and Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies. ADVERTISE: May 27 and June 10, 2026

LEGAL NOTICE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF ST. MARY STATE OF LOUISIANA 21st Mortgage Corporation Vs. No.: 139846 Div “E” Amber Richard Tillman 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: 2024 SOEN Homes 28 x 80 mobile home bearing serial numbers SAD033152ALAAC and SAD033152ALBAC to satisfy the sum of seventy thousand nine hundred fifty-four and 71/100 ($70,954.17) dollars, together with interest thereon at the rate of 10.24 per cent per annum from date of default on the unpaid principal balance, until paid, contractual advances, reasonable attorney fees of 25% of principal and interest due and all costs of this proceedings, as well as all sheriff 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 appraisement 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 10th day of June A.D., 2026, between the legal hours commencing at 10 0’Clock A.M. Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. April 17, 2026 GARY L. DRISKELL, SHERIFF By: Leslie Pellerin Deputy Sheriff Revised(10/2012) SMPSO-C609 Advertised in the Franklin Banner May 27, 2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2026-2027 BUDGET AND 2025-2026 BUDGET AMENDMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ONE OR MORE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMAN FOR THE TOWN OF BALDWIN WILL HAVE A PUBLIC MEETING/HEARING ON THE DATE AND TIME BELOW FOR THE PURPOSES AS OUTLINED BELOW: Purpose of Meeting: 2026-2027 Budget Ordinance and 2025-2026 Budget Amendments Ordinance Date of Meeting / Public Hearing: 6-11-2026 Time of Meeting for Ordinance Consideration: 6:00 p.m. Time of Public Hearing re: Budget / Ordinances: Begins at 5:45 p.m. and 5:50 p.m. Place of Meeting: Town of Baldwin, Civic Center, 305 Hwy 83, Baldwin, LA 70514 Budget & Ordinance Available for Inspection at Baldwin, Town Hall, 800 Main St., Baldwin, LA 70514, and at 305 Hwy 83, Baldwin, LA 70514 on the night of meeting and public hearing. This notice of public hearing has been published and advertised and the budget available for inspection at least 10 days prior to the Public Hearing, Telephone Number: 337-923-7523 As Published by Town Clerk, Ruth Black May 27, 2026

The Water We Drink ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 Public Water Supply ID: LA1101012 We are pleased to present to you the Annual Water Quality Report for the year 2025. This report is designed to inform you about the quality of your water and services we deliver to you every day (Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre su agua potable. Tradúzcalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien). Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water. Our water sources are listed below: Source Name Source Water Type WELL #1 Ground Water WELL #2 Ground Water The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial Contaminants – such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. Inorganic Contaminants – such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial, or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. Pesticides and Herbicides – which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. Organic Chemical Contaminants – including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. Radioactive Contaminants – which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. A Source Water Assessment Plan (SWAP) is not available from our office. This plan is an assessment of a delineated area around our listed sources through which contaminants, if present, could migrate and reach our source water. It also includes an inventory of potential sources of contamination within the delineated area, and a determination of the water supply’s susceptibility to contamination by the identified potential sources. According to the SWAP, our water system had a susceptibility rating of ‘MEDIUM’. If you would like to review the SWAP, please contact our office. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limits the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility. If you have any questions about this report, want to attend any scheduled meetings, or simply want to learn more about your drinking water, please contact RICKY B. SAUCIER at 337-236-4299. Our water system grade is a 98% - Grade A. Our water system report can be viewed at our office and will not be mailed directly. There is no safe level of lead in drinking water. Exposure to lead in drinking water can cause serious health effects in all age groups, especially pregnant people, infants (both formula-fed and breastfed), and young children. Some of the health effects to infants and children include decreases in IQ and attention span. Lead exposure can also result in new or worsened learning and behavior problems. The children of persons who are exposed to lead before or during pregnancy may be at increased risk of these harmful health effects. Adults have increased risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney or nervous system problems. Contact your health provider for more information about your risks. The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals – Office of Public Health routinely monitors for constituents in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. The tables that follow show the results of our monitoring during the period of January 1st to December 31st 2025. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contact at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. In the tables below, you will find many terms and abbreviations you may not be familiar with. To help you better understand these terms, we’ve provided the following definitions: Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/L) – one part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000. Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/L) – one part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10,000,000. Picocuries per liter (pCi/L) – picocuries per liter is a measure of radioactivity in water. Treatment Technique (TT) – an enforceable procedure or level of technological performance which public water systems must follow to ensure control of a contaminant. Action level (AL) – the concentration of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow. Maximum contaminant level (MCL) – the “Maximum Allowed” MCL is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL’s are set as close to the MCLG’s as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) – the “Goal” is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to human health. MCLG’s allow for a margin of safety. Maximum residual disinfectant level (MRDL) – The highest level of a disinfected allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Level 1 Assessment – A study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system. Level 2 Assessment – A very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions. During the period covered by this report, we had the below noted violations: Compliance Period Analyte Type 10/17/2024 – 2/5/2025 LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS LSL INVENTORY – INITIAL 10/17/2024 – 2/5/2025 LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS LSL REPORTING - INITIAL Our water system tested a minimum of 2 samples per month in accordance with the Total Coliform Rule for microbiological contaminants. With the microbiological samples collected, the water system collects disinfected residuals to ensure control of microbial growth. Disinfectant Date HighestRAA Unit Range MRDL MRDLG Typical Source CHLORINE 2025 1.9 ppm 0.17-2.96 4 4 Water additive used to control microbes In the tables below, we have shown the regulated contaminants that were detected. Chemical Sampling of our drinking water may not be required on an annual basis; therefore, information provided in this table refers back to the latest year of chemical sampling results. The State of Louisiana regularly monitors source water per State and Federal Regulations. Treated water samples are monitored to further evaluate compliance. Source Water Regulated Contaminants Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source BARIUM 1/31/2024 0.44 0.4 – 0.44 ppm 2 2 Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits PENTACHLOROPHEN OL 1/31/2024 0.018 0 – 0.018 ppb 1 0 Discharge from wood preserving factories Treated Water Regulated Contaminants Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source NITRATE-NITRITE 10/2/2025 0.1 0.1 ppm 10 10 Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits Source Water Radiological Contaminants Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source COMBINED RADIUM (-226 & -228) 1/31/2024 2.16 1.94 – 2.16 pCi/I 5 0 Erosion of natural deposits GROSS BETA PARTICLE ACTIVITY 1/31/2024 3.25 3.06 -3.25 pCi/I 50 0 Decay of natural and man-made deposits Lead and Copper Date 90TH Percentile Range Unit AL Sites over AL Typical Source COPPER, FREE 2023 – 2025 0.256 0.0095 – 1.4 ppm 1.3 1 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives LEAD 2023 – 2025 3.1 0.3 – 4.8 ppb 15 0 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits Disinfection Byproducts Sample Point Period Highest LRAA Range Unit MCL MCLG Typical Source TOTAL HALOACETIC ACIDS (HAA5) 1572 CYPREMORT ROAD 2025 11 13.1 ppb 60 0 By-product of drinking water disinfection TOTAL HALOACETIC ACIDS (HAA5) 1773 HWY 83 2025 16 18.9 ppb 60 0 By-product of drinking water disinfection TTHM 1572 CYPREMORT ROAD 2025 28 32.8 ppb 80 0 By-product of drinking water chlorination TTHM 1773 HWY 83 2025 45 46 ppb 80 0 By-product of drinking water chlorination Source Secondary Contaminants Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit SMCL ALUMINUM 1/31/2024 0.03 0.03 MG/L 0.2 CHLORIDE 1/31/2024 114 96 – 114 MG/L 250 HARDNESS, TOTAL (AS CACO3) 1/31/2024 182.8 179 -182.8 MG/L 0 IRON 1/31/2024 0.77 0.69 – 0.77 MG/L 0.3 MANGANESE 1/31/2024 0.14 0.11 – 0.14 MG/L 0.05 PH 1/31/2024 8.18 8.17 – 8.18 PH 8.5 POTASSIUM 1/31/2024 2.6 2.6 MG/L 0 SODIUM 1/31/2024 88.3 81.7 - 88.3 MG/L 0 Treated Secondary Contaminants Collection Date Highest Value Range Unit SMCL IRON 9/24/2025 0.09 0.09 MG/L 0.3 MANGANESE 9/24/2025 0.04 0.04 MG/L 0.05 +++++++++++Environmental Protection Agency Required Health Effects Language+++++++++++ Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 is responsible for providing high quality drinking water and removing lead pipes, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components in your home. You share the responsibility for protecting yourself and your family from the lead in your home plumbing. You can take responsibility by identifying and removing lead materials within your home plumbing and take steps to reduce your family’s risk. Before drinking tap water, flush your pipes for several minutes by running your tap, taking a shower, doing laundry or a load of dishes. You can also use a filter certified by an American National Standards Institute accredited certifier to reduce lead in drinking water. If you are concerned about lead in your water and wish to have your water tested, contact ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 and RICKY B SAUCIER at 337-236-4299. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead There are no additional required health effects notices. There are no additional required health effects violation notices. Thank you for allowing us to continue providing your family with clean, quality water this year. In order to maintain a safe and dependable water supply, we sometimes need to make improvements that will benefit all of our customers. We at the ST MARY PAR JT WATER SEWER COMMISSION 5 work around the clock to provide top quality drinking water to every tap. We ask that all our customers help us protect and conserve our water sources, which are the heart of our community, our way of life, and our children’s future. Additional information on the water system can be found at www.ldh.la.gov/watergrade Please call our office if you have questions. May 27, 2026

ST. MARY PARISH WATER & SEWER COMMISSION NO. 5 REGULAR MEETING – MAY 11, 2026 The Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Water and Sewer Commission No. 5, State of Louisiana, met at 5:30 p.m. on this date at the West St. Mary Civic Center at 1472 Hwy 318 in Jeanerette, Louisiana, with Commission President Mr. Lionel C. Metz presiding and the following members present: Mr. Merker Broussard, Mr. Wayne Caesar, Sr., Mr. Jake Landry, and Mr. Roy Louviere. Ms. Nekesia Bowie and Ms. Sandra Lockett were absent. Others in attendance at this meeting include Mr. Ricky Saucier, Superintendent; Ms. Jenny Darce, Office Administrator; and Mr. Nicholas Molaison, Miller Engineers. Prayer was led by Mr. Metz and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Broussard. Mr. Broussard made a motion to approve and dispense with reading of the minutes of the April 13, 2026 Regular Meeting, seconded by Mr. Landry. Motion carried. GUESTS/PUBLIC COMMENT: None. ENGINEERING REPORT: Mr. Nicholas Molaison with Miller Engineers & Associates provided a report with updates on the Water Sector Program projects. Mr. Louviere made a motion to approve and pay the WSP invoices: Four Corners Plant – Frisco Pay App No. 7 for $149,300.29, seconded by Mr. Caesar. Motion carried. Mr. Molaison discussed LA Contracting Change Order No. 1 and requested the item be tabled until after the Water Sector meeting next week. No action was taken. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT: Mr. Saucier advised there were no repairs needed for the month of April. PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Mr. Metz advised he had no report for the month. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Ms. Darce presented bills and discussed with the Commissioners. Mr. Broussard made a motion to accept this report and pay bills, seconded by Mr. Landry. Motion carried. For the record, Ms. Lockett is now in attendance. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Mr. Louviere made a motion to approve the Resolution ratifying a previously executed contract with Frisco Industrial Contractors, LLC relative to the Water & Sewer Commission #5 Office Building Sitework, seconded by Mr. Landry. Motion carried. 2. Update on backflow prevention inspections; no action taken. 3. Update on Continuing Services Agreements with contractors; Mr. Louviere will contact contractors to discuss the agreements. 4. Update on benefit for Mr. Anthony Jordan; the benefit was a success thanks to the support from individuals and the community. 5. Update on hiring an employee; no action taken. NEW BUSINESS: None. There being no other business before the Commission, Mr. Landry made a motion to adjourn seconded by Mr. Caesar. Motion carried. NEXT MEETING DATE: June 8, 2026 Lionel C. Metz, President Roy C. Louviere, Secretary/Treasurer May 27, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Tourist Commission (District 1, 2, & 3 – 1 Vacancy, District 4, 5, & bordering 6 – 2 Vacancies and District 7, 8 & boarding 6 – 1 Vacancy). The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until June 18, 2026, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Ordinance No. 1151. 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 June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, and Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies. ADVERTISE: May 27 and June 10, 2026

ORDINANCE #3479 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA AMENDING CHAPTER 87 SECTIONS 87-2, 87-122, AND CHAPTER 88 SECTIONS 88-5, 88-8(e), 88-81, AND ENACTING CHAPTER 87 SECTIONS 87-6, 87-123, 87-124 AND CHAPTER 88 SECTION 88-82 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FRANKLIN REGARDING SUBDIVISIONS. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRANKLIN, ST. MARY PARISH, LOUISIANA, IN A REGULAR MEETING CONVENED THAT: SECTION 1: Chapter 87, Sec. 87-2 of the Franklin City Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 87-2. Definitions. (a) For the purpose of this ordinance, certain terms and words used herein are defined as follows: (1) “Subdivision” means the division of a lot, tract, or parcel of land into two (2) or more lots, plots, parcels, or building sites for the purpose of sale or of building development, either immediate or future. It also includes the re-subdivision or rearrangement of one (1) or more lots, plots, parcels, or building sites. It shall also include the development of manufactured home (trailer) or manufactured home parks or subdivisions consisting of two (2) or more lots, plots, or parcels for the purpose of sale and for manufactured home (trailer) or manufactured home parks consisting of six (6) or more lots, plots, or parcels for the purpose of renting or leasing. (2) “Street, Avenue, Road, and Highway” or any other similar designation all mean the same for the general purpose of this ordinance. (3) “Alley, Service Way” or any other similar designation all mean the same for the general purpose of this ordinance. (4) “City” means the governing body of the City of Franklin. (5) “Engineer” means a qualified, professional engineer licensed in the State of Louisiana. (6) “Surveyor” means a qualified, professional surveyor licensed in the State of Louisiana. (7) “Owner” means any person, firm, or corporation owning lands proposed for subdivision into lots or plots for building or dwelling sites. (8) “Base Flood” means the flood having a 1 percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. (9) “Drainage Easement” means a right-of-way for any sub-surface or open ditch drainage outside of the public road right-of-way. (10) “Utility Easement” means a right-of-way for any and all types of utilities. (11) “Storm Water Management Facility” means a physical facility located within the subdivision boundary used to collect, store, and convey storm water run-off of a development. These facilities include, but are not limited to, detention and retention ponds, storm water drainage systems (open ditch or sub-surface systems), open channels, and special structures such as inlet and discharge control structures, conveyance structures, and channel slope erosion protection for outfall structures. Storm water detention facilities such as ponds, parking lots, depressed grassy areas, and underground storage systems are used for the temporary storage of storm water run-off and future release, delay, and control of storm water run-off. Storm water retention facilities are used for on-site storage of storm water to eliminate subsequent discharge of storm water run-off from a development. Wet ponds are the most common type of retention storage facility, although, wet ponds may also be designed to function as a retention/detention storage facility. (12) “Traffic” means the flow of vehicular traffic over the public roads. (13) “LA-DOTD Standard Specification” means the latest edition at the time of a subdivision review. (14) “Development” means any manmade change to improved and unimproved real estate, including, but not limited to, buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation, or drilling operations or storage of equipment or materials. (15) “Manufactured Home (Trailer) Park or Subdivision” means a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale and providing the preparation of sites including the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads). (16) “Manufactured Home” means a structure transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent structure and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. The term “trailer” and “manufactured home” shall mean the same for the general purpose of this ordinance. The term “manufactured home” does not include a “recreational vehicle.” (17) “Elevation” shall be referenced to the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) of 1988 to which base flood elevations shown on a community’s Flood Insurance Rate Map are referenced. (18) “Recreational Vehicle” means a vehicle which is (i) built on a single chassis; (ii) 400 square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projections; (iii) designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light-duty truck; and (iv) designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. (19) “Variance” means a grant of relief by action of the City from any provisions of this ordinance. (b) This chapter shall not apply to: (1) Land in subdivisions legally recorded previously, except in the case of resubdivisions. (2) The subdivision of land to be used for orchards, forestry or the raising of crops, provided the City Council certifies upon the plat that such land is to be used only for orchards, forestry or the raising of crops. (3) The subdivision of land that has been dedicated to recreational uses, and restricted against residential, commercial or industrial uses, by act executed by the owner of the land and filed for record in the public conveyance records of St. Mary Parish. This exception shall no longer apply, and the subdivision approval shall be necessary, in the event that the dedication is revoked to allow residential, commercial or industrial uses. (4) Small parcels of land sold to or exchanged between adjoining property owners, where such sale or exchange does not create additional lots, provided that the City certifies upon the plat that such sale or exchange does not create additional building sites. (5) Small parcels of land subdivided amongst heirs, provided that no additional roadways or improvements are made to twelve (12) or more of the lots, plots, parcels, or building sites. SECTION 2: Chapter 87, Sec. 87-6 of the Franklin City Code is hereby enacted to read as follows: Sec 87-6. Fees. In order to defray the cost to the City for reviewing and evaluating subdivision plans and inspecting subdivision construction works, the owner shall pay the City Permit Department fees according to the following schedule: (a) For reviewing and evaluating the preliminary plat of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $1.50 per lot or $300.00, whichever sum shall be the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the preliminary plat is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (b) For reviewing and evaluating the storm water management plan of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $2.00 per lot or $250.00, whichever sum shall be the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the storm water management plan is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (c) For reviewing and evaluating the plans and specifications of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at a rate of $3.00 per lot or $400.00, whichever sum is greater, and this sum shall be paid at the time the plans and specifications are submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees will apply. (d) For examining, inspecting, and approving the subdivision construction works and improvements, the Owner shall remit a sum computed on the basis of $60.00 per man-hour for actual time spent. This sum shall be paid before final certification of completion of improvements by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (e) For reviewing and evaluating the final plat of a subdivision, the owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $3.00 per lot or $400.00, whichever is the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the final plat is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (f) For providing a one (1) year, two (2) year, and three (3) year inspection review of completed subdivision and/or improvements, the Owner shall remit a sum computed on the basis of $60.00 per man-hour for actual time spent. This sum shall be paid before a final certification of yearly inspection of improvements form is completed by the City. If a second review is required in any given year, additional fees will apply. SECTION 3: Chapter 87, Sec. 87-122 of the Franklin City Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 87-122. Detention Requirements for Non-Residential Developments. 1. Permissible Detention Basins. a. Pond. b. Parking lot—depth of ponding not to exceed 6 inches. c. Underground storage. d. Perimeter swale ditches. e. Detention within required green areas. f. Other methods only with prior approval of the City. 2. Outlet Structures. a. Design shall be based on a 10-year storm event and analyzed for a 100-year storm event. b. Emergency spillways shall be in an area that will least affect traffic flow and not cause flooding of structures intended for occupancy. 3. Plan Requirements. a. Existing topographic plan with elevations. b. Grading plan with elevations. c. Minimum of two (2) grading sections of entire site (i.e., one (1) east/west and one (1) north/south). A sufficient number of grading sections shall be provided to adequately evaluate site drainage patterns as required by the City. d. Profile of outlet structure connecting to existing outfall depicting utility crossings and identifying conflicts, if any. 4. Waivers. a. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge rates, as determined solely by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-development discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. b. No detention requirement shall be allowed for developments of ¾-acre or less. Runoff to the adjacent roadway, outfall or other properties for these sized developments shall not be allowed single point discharge unless approved by the City. A drainage site and grading plan shall be submitted for review and approval. c. Other methods of detention/retention may be utilized with prior approval of the City. 5. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. The Owner of the proposed development or any successor who acquires title to the storm water management facility shall at all times maintain the design section of the storm water management facility as indicated on the site drainage plan and in the drainage impact analysis. In the event the City determines that the storm water management facility has not been maintained, the Owner shall make the necessary modifications to conform to the original approved design sections, requirements, etc., within a 30-day period from written notification from the City. If the Owner does not act within this time frame to remedy the situation, the City may perform the necessary modifications, improvements, etc., and bill the Owner for the work at its operating costs. Compliance with this section shall be mandatory and the requirements of this section shall be included on the Site Drainage Plan as well as within the Drainage Impact Analysis Report and shall be acknowledged in writing by the Owner and/or Developer if different from Owner. The Developer shall provide the City with an agreement or other contractual arrangement evidencing that adequate provision has been made for future maintenance of the facility in those instances where the facility is to be transferred by the Developer or is to be acquired by an Owners’ Association or other similar entity. SECTION 4: Chapter 87, Sec. 87-123 of the Franklin City Code is hereby enacted to read as follows: Sec 87-123. Detention Requirements for Residential Subdivision Developments. 1. Permissible Residential Subdivision Detention Basins—Open Ditch Subdivisions That Will Remain Open Ditch. a. Roadside ditch. b. Pond. c. Perimeter ditches. d. Other design options formulated by the Developer and approved by the City. 2. Permissible Residential Subdivision Detention Basins—Curb and Gutter Subdivisions. a. Curbside detention area shall be curb-to-curb, but flood depth not to exceed above centerline of roadway elevation. b. Curb-to-curb and underground storm drainage system. c. Curb-to-curb, underground storm drainage system and detention pond. d. Pond. e. Other design options formulated by the Developer and approved by the City. 3. Outlet Structures. a. Design shall be based on a 5-year storm event and analyzed for a 100-year event. b. Emergency spillways shall be in an area that will least affect traffic flow and not cause flooding of structures intended for occupancy. 4. Plan Requirements. a. Existing topographic plan with elevations. b. Grading plan with elevations. c. Minimum of two (2) grading sections of entire site (i.e., one (1) east/west and one (1) north/south). A sufficient number of grading sections shall be provided to adequately evaluate site drainage patterns as required by the City. d. Profile of outlet structure connecting to existing outfall depicting utility crossings and identifying conflicts, if any. 5. Waivers. a. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge change rates, as determined solely by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-developments discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. b. No detention requirement shall be allowed for developments of ¾-acre or less. Run-off to the adjacent roadway, outfall, or other properties for these sized developments shall not be allowed as point discharge unless approved by the City. A drainage site and grading plan shall be submitted for review and approval. c. Other methods of detention/retention may be utilized, with prior written approval of the City, including a waiver of the requirement for a detention/retention facility by the City. 6. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. The Owner of the storm water management facility or any successor who acquires title to the storm water management facility shall at all times maintain the design section of the storm water management facility, as indicated on the Site Drainage Plan and in the Drainage Impact Analysis Report. In the event the City determines that the storm water management facility has not been maintained, the Owner shall make the necessary modifications to conform to the original approved design sections, requirements, etc., within a 30-day period from written notification from the City. If the Owner does not act within the time frame to remedy the situation, the City may perform the necessary modifications, improvements, etc., and bill the Owner(s) for the work at its operating cost. Compliance with this section shall be mandatory and shall be included on the Site Drainage Plan as well as within the Drainage Impact Analysis Report and shall be acknowledged in writing by the Owner of the Development. The Developer shall provide the City with an agreement or other contractual arrangement evidencing that adequate provision has been made for future maintenance of the facility in those instances where the facility is to be transferred to the developer or is to be acquired by an Owners’ Association or other similar entity. 7. Access in Favor of the City of Franklin. Access in favor of the City will be provided from a public dedicated road to the storm water management facility. The access shall be no less than a clear 30-foot-wide travel way (graded to accommodate use by equipment) and sufficient area proximate to such travel ways to allow de-siltation activities. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating that this access shall be provided to the City. Features that ease maintenance problems and reduce maintenance costs shall be included in the design of the storm water management facility to the greatest extent practicable. These features include, but may not be limited to, the following: a. A fore-bay to capture a greater part of incoming sediments. b. A reinforced maintenance platform alongside the fore-bay to facilitate sediment removal. c. Ponds greater than 5 acres in surface area should include a device to temporarily lower or raise the elevation of the permanent pool. d. Incoming flow diversion alongside the maintenance platform to facilitate sedimentation along the maintenance platform rather than in the middle of the facility. 8. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. Maintenance (such as mowing, bank or bulkhead repairs, and removing debris and trash that occurs on a regular basis, etc.) of all other public or private areas, access areas, or privately-owned lots that are a part of or adjacent to the facility shall be the responsibility of the Owner of the storm water management facility. 9. Accommodating Non-Equivalent Discharge Rates. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge rates, as determined by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-developments discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. SECTION 5: Chapter 87, Sec. 87-124 of the Franklin City Code is hereby enacted to read as follows: Sec. 87-124. Drainage Impact Analysis (a) Drainage Impact Analysis. For all proposed development, a Drainage Impact Analysis shall be required pursuant to the following requirements: (1) A comprehensive drainage impact analysis of any proposed development surrounding affected areas shall be submitted to the City after the preliminary plat has been approved. The development construction plans and/or the final plat shall not be approved until a favorable written certification of the Drainage Impact Analysis has been made by the City. (2) A Developer may submit in writing a request to waive the drainage impact analysis to the City. In the event the City grants the request (only favorable evaluation of the conditions), the City shall issue a written approval of said request. (3) No construction of any development components which are the subject of any preliminary or final plat approval by the City shall be commenced until a favorable written approval of the drainage impact analysis has been made by the City. Violation of this provision can result in a cease and desist order being issued with respect to such development. (b) Specifications for Drainage Impact Analysis and Development Regulations. Every required Drainage Impact Analysis Report shall comply with the following specifications: 1. An area drainage map shall be submitted which identifies: a. The various drainage areas involved/affected. b. The acreage in each drainage area. c. The slope of each drainage area to the entry point and/or exit point of the development. 2. The Drainage Impact Analysis Report shall indicate: a. The cubic feet per second (cfs) of storm water resulting at each development entry point from a designated storm. This determination shall be based on the existing land use of the upstream drainage areas. b. The cubic feet per second (cfs) of storm water at each development exit point resulting from a design storm. This determination shall be based on the existing land use of the upstream drainage areas whether inside or outside the development. This calculation shall take into account expected construction within the development that will change the grades, direction of flow, run-off factors, or other existing conditions. c. The maximum capacity, expressed in cubic feet per second (cfs), of existing and proposed drainage structures within the development based on the design storm event. d. The capacity of all ditches, culverts, sub-surface, and surface drainage structures that will be utilized by new or relocated outfall points downstream of the development in allowing passage of storm water to the first outfall, coulee, canal, or river. In no case shall a Developer be required to evaluate the capacity of the first outfall, coulee, canal, or river in excess of 1,000 feet downstream of the development. 3. The Drainage Impact Analysis Report shall consist of two (2) distinct and designated parts as follows: a. Summary. The effect of the proposed construction on upstream and downstream areas. b. Design Criteria. Description of methodology, data, and assumptions used. 4. The subdivision Drainage Impact Analysis and the Development Drainage Design shall be based on a 5-year storm event (minimum) for residential developments and a 10-year storm event (minimum) for commercial developments. 5. Sub-surface drainage of drainage outfalls serving more than a single development shall be based on a 10-year storm event. 6. Open channel drainage serving more than a single development shall be based on a 10-year storm event with 1-foot of freeboard existing in the channel above the 10-year water surface elevation. 7. If the Drainage Impact Analysis and/or Development Drainage Design is based on rainfall intensity, the rainfall intensity data contained in the most recent edition of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s Hydraulics Manual shall be used. 8. Ponding, retention, or detention of storm water shall be evaluated in the Drainage Impact Analysis, in accordance with Sec. 87-122 or Sec. 87-123. 9. All open ditch and sub-surface drainage systems shall be designed in accordance with the most recent edition of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s Hydraulics Manual, unless otherwise approved by the City. 10. The development drainage plans shall give the location, description, and elevation of all permanent benchmarks used for the drainage study and to be used for the development construction. 11. Plan sheets and area drainage maps shall be submitted for review and shall be approved by the City before any development improvement work begins. 12. Sub-surface or open ditch drainage systems shall be designed for a 5-year storm event (minimum). Outfall structures and outfall channels shall be designed for a 10-year storm event (minimum). Collector street crossings shall be designed for a 10-year storm event (minimum). Arterial street crossings shall be designed for a 25-year storm event (minimum) unless otherwise approved by the City. 13. Only drainage pipe constructed of materials listed below and/or approved by the City may be used in storm sewer construction in the public rights-of-way or servitudes: a. High Performance Polypropylene Pipe (PP) meeting the requirements of ASTM 2736 (12 inches through 30 inches) including integral bell and spigot gaskets (Type 3 joints) meeting ASTM F477, provided there is a minimum of 1 foot of cover over the pipe to be installed and properly backfilled strictly in accordance with ASTM D2321 and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Polypropylene pipe will not be allowed for cross drain installations. Polypropylene pipe over 30 inches in diameter is not allowed. b. Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) or Reinforced Concrete Pipe Arch (RCPA) with Ram-Nek joint material or O-rings meeting minimum cover and installation requirements of the DOTD Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges, latest edition. SECTION 6: Chapter 88, Sec. 88-5 of the Franklin City Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 88-5. Fees. In order to defray the cost to the City for reviewing and evaluating subdivision plans and inspecting subdivision construction works, the owner shall pay the City Permit Department fees according to the following schedule: (a) For reviewing and evaluating the preliminary plat of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $1.50 per lot or $300.00, whichever sum shall be the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the preliminary plat is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (b) For reviewing and evaluating the storm water management plan of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $2.00 per lot or $250.00, whichever sum shall be the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the storm water management plan is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (c) For reviewing and evaluating the plans and specifications of a subdivision, the Owner shall remit a sum computed at a rate of $3.00 per lot or $400.00, whichever sum is greater, and this sum shall be paid at the time the plans and specifications are submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees will apply. (d) For examining, inspecting, and approving the subdivision construction works and improvements, the Owner shall remit a sum computed on the basis of $60.00 per man-hour for actual time spent. This sum shall be paid before final certification of completion of improvements by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (e) For reviewing and evaluating the final plat of a subdivision, the owner shall remit a sum computed at the rate of $3.00 per lot or $400.00, whichever is the greater, and this fee shall be paid at the time the final plat is submitted for consideration by the City. If a second review is required, additional fees at $100.00 per hour will apply. (f) For providing a one (1) year, two (2) year, and three (3) year inspection review of completed subdivision and/or improvements, the Owner shall remit a sum computed on the basis of $60.00 per man-hour for actual time spent. This sum shall be paid before a final certification of yearly inspection of improvements form is completed by the City. If a second review is required in any given year, additional fees will apply. SECTION 7: Chapter 88, Sec. 88-8(e) of the Franklin City Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 88-8. Penalty for sale or transfer of lots prior to final approval and recording of plat. (e) Any person, firm, or corporation who fails to comply with, or violates, any of these regulations shall be subject to penalty pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 33:114 et seq. and an injunction may be brought in the 16th Judicial District, Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana, and a civil action for penalties and costs may be brought in the 16th Judicial District, Parish of St. Mary, Louisiana. SECTION 8: Chapter 88, Sec. 88-81 of the Franklin City Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 88-81. Detention Requirements for Non-Residential Developments. 1. Permissible Detention Basins. a. Pond. b. Parking lot—depth of ponding not to exceed 6 inches. c. Underground storage. d. Perimeter swale ditches. e. Detention within required green areas. f. Other methods only with prior approval of the City. 2. Outlet Structures. a. Design shall be based on a 10-year storm event and analyzed for a 100-year storm event. b. Emergency spillways shall be in an area that will least affect traffic flow and not cause flooding of structures intended for occupancy. 3. Plan Requirements. a. Existing topographic plan with elevations. b. Grading plan with elevations. c. Minimum of two (2) grading sections of entire site (i.e., one (1) east/west and one (1) north/south). A sufficient number of grading sections shall be provided to adequately evaluate site drainage patterns as required by the City. d. Profile of outlet structure connecting to existing outfall depicting utility crossings and identifying conflicts, if any. 4. Waivers. a. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge rates, as determined solely by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-development discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. b. No detention requirement shall be allowed for developments of ¾-acre or less. Runoff to the adjacent roadway, outfall or other properties for these sized developments shall not be allowed single point discharge unless approved by the City. A drainage site and grading plan shall be submitted for review and approval. c. Other methods of detention/retention may be utilized with prior approval of the City. 5. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. The Owner of the proposed development or any successor who acquires title to the storm water management facility shall at all times maintain the design section of the storm water management facility as indicated on the site drainage plan and in the drainage impact analysis. In the event the City determines that the storm water management facility has not been maintained, the Owner shall make the necessary modifications to conform to the original approved design sections, requirements, etc., within a 30-day period from written notification from the City. If the Owner does not act within this time frame to remedy the situation, the City may perform the necessary modifications, improvements, etc., and bill the Owner for the work at its operating costs. Compliance with this section shall be mandatory and the requirements of this section shall be included on the Site Drainage Plan as well as within the Drainage Impact Analysis Report and shall be acknowledged in writing by the Owner and/or Developer if different from Owner. The Developer shall provide the City with an agreement or other contractual arrangement evidencing that adequate provision has been made for future maintenance of the facility in those instances where the facility is to be transferred by the Developer or is to be acquired by an Owners’ Association or other similar entity. SECTION 9: Chapter 88, Sec. 88-82 of the Franklin City Code is hereby enacted to read as follows: Sec 88-82. Detention Requirements for Residential Subdivision Developments. 1. Permissible Residential Subdivision Detention Basins—Open Ditch Subdivisions That Will Remain Open Ditch. a. Roadside ditch. b. Pond. c. Perimeter ditches. d. Other design options formulated by the Developer and approved by the City. 2. Permissible Residential Subdivision Detention Basins—Curb and Gutter Subdivisions. a. Curbside detention area shall be curb-to-curb, but flood depth not to exceed above centerline of roadway elevation. b. Curb-to-curb and underground storm drainage system. c. Curb-to-curb, underground storm drainage system and detention pond. d. Pond. e. Other design options formulated by the Developer and approved by the City. 3. Outlet Structures. a. Design shall be based on a 5-year storm event and analyzed for a 100-year event. b. Emergency spillways shall be in an area that will least affect traffic flow and not cause flooding of structures intended for occupancy. 4. Plan Requirements. a. Existing topographic plan with elevations. b. Grading plan with elevations. c. Minimum of two (2) grading sections of entire site (i.e., one (1) east/west and one (1) north/south). A sufficient number of grading sections shall be provided to adequately evaluate site drainage patterns as required by the City. d. Profile of outlet structure connecting to existing outfall depicting utility crossings and identifying conflicts, if any. 5. Waivers. a. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge change rates, as determined solely by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-developments discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. b. No detention requirement shall be allowed for developments of ¾-acre or less. Run-off to the adjacent roadway, outfall, or other properties for these sized developments shall not be allowed as point discharge unless approved by the City. A drainage site and grading plan shall be submitted for review and approval. c. Other methods of detention/retention may be utilized, with prior written approval of the City, including a waiver of the requirement for a detention/retention facility by the City. 6. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. The Owner of the storm water management facility or any successor who acquires title to the storm water management facility shall at all times maintain the design section of the storm water management facility, as indicated on the Site Drainage Plan and in the Drainage Impact Analysis Report. In the event the City determines that the storm water management facility has not been maintained, the Owner shall make the necessary modifications to conform to the original approved design sections, requirements, etc., within a 30-day period from written notification from the City. If the Owner does not act within the time frame to remedy the situation, the City may perform the necessary modifications, improvements, etc., and bill the Owner(s) for the work at its operating cost. Compliance with this section shall be mandatory and shall be included on the Site Drainage Plan as well as within the Drainage Impact Analysis Report and shall be acknowledged in writing by the Owner of the Development. The Developer shall provide the City with an agreement or other contractual arrangement evidencing that adequate provision has been made for future maintenance of the facility in those instances where the facility is to be transferred to the developer or is to be acquired by an Owners’ Association or other similar entity. 7. Access in Favor of the City of Franklin. Access in favor of the City will be provided from a public dedicated road to the storm water management facility. The access shall be no less than a clear 30-foot-wide travel way (graded to accommodate use by equipment) and sufficient area proximate to such travel ways to allow de-siltation activities. A note shall be placed on the final plat indicating that this access shall be provided to the City. Features that ease maintenance problems and reduce maintenance costs shall be included in the design of the storm water management facility to the greatest extent practicable. These features include, but may not be limited to, the following: a. A fore-bay to capture a greater part of incoming sediments. b. A reinforced maintenance platform alongside the fore-bay to facilitate sediment removal. c. Ponds greater than 5 acres in surface area should include a device to temporarily lower or raise the elevation of the permanent pool. d. Incoming flow diversion alongside the maintenance platform to facilitate sedimentation along the maintenance platform rather than in the middle of the facility. 8. Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facility. Maintenance (such as mowing, bank or bulkhead repairs, and removing debris and trash that occurs on a regular basis, etc.) of all other public or private areas, access areas, or privately-owned lots that are a part of or adjacent to the facility shall be the responsibility of the Owner of the storm water management facility. 9. Accommodating Non-Equivalent Discharge Rates. In areas where existing and/or development conditions will not accommodate equivalent discharge rates, as determined by the City, a maximum increase of the pre-developments discharge rate of 5 percent of said rate, not to exceed 5 cubic feet per second, shall be allowed. All sections, articles, chapters or provisions of said Code in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed. This ordinance was introduced by Councilman Garrison, who moved for its adoption, seconded by Councilman Robison and upon roll call vote was adopted by its title, section by section, and as a whole by the following yea and nay vote: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. This ordinance was hereupon declared adopted by the Mayor and Council and was approved, signed and attested by the City Clerk of the Council of the City of Franklin, Louisiana, affixed thereof on the 19th day of May, 2026. CITY OF FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA /s/EUGENE P. FOULCARD, MAYOR ATTEST: /s/Karen LeBlanc City Clerk May 27, 2026

The Mayor and Council of the City of Franklin met in Regular Session on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana. Mayor Eugene P. Foulcard called the meeting to order. Also present were Councilmembers Chuck Autin, Pearl Rack, Joseph Garrison, Lester Levine, Jaime Robison, and City Clerk Karen LeBlanc. Absent was City Attorney Russel J. Cremaldi. The invocation was offered by Mayor Foulcard and Councilman Autin led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. GUESTS: None. PUBLIC COMMENT (for items on the agenda): None. MINUTES: A motion was made by Councilwoman Rack to accept the April 21, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes. Second by Councilman Garrison and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. MAYOR’S EXECUTIVE REPORT: Mayor Foulcard presented his report. He congratulated Mrs. Pearl Barnes Rack on her recent election victory representing District C as Councilwoman. He and the council look forward to continuing the hard work of improving our city’s infrastructure and building on the progress we’ve made together for Franklin’s future. The public was invited to attend the City of Franklin’s Inauguration Ceremony on July 1, 2026 at 6 p.m. at the Teche Theatre for the Performing Arts. Mayor Foulcard thanked everyone for the overwhelming love, prayers, and support shown to him following his recent cardiac episode. He expressed that he is taking doctors’ orders seriously and remain truly grateful for the kindness and support from our community and staff. He wished everyone a safe, happy and healthy Memorial Day weekend. Councilwoman Rack expressed gratitude for her re-election. She thanked everyone for their support and expressed the importance of exercising your right to vote. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS: Mayor Foulcard stated that the March 2026 Financial Statements were presented to the council. Chris Barrilleaux, Recreation Director, presented his report on summer programs being offered. He announced the Summer Feeding Program, daily activities for children in the recreation centers, the opening of the wade pools, dance program, and summer basketball league. Jeremy Smith, Public Works Director, to gave a report on hurricane preparedness where related to drainage and pumps. He reported that all storm water pumps are maintained on a regular basis and catch basins are cleaned daily. Chuck Bourgeois, Fire Chief, announced that the flood gate on the Franklin Canal would be closed briefly for a training session in the coming days. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES: A motion was made by Councilman Garrison to adopt Ordinance No. 3479 –An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Franklin, Louisiana amending Chapter 87 Sections 87-2, 87-122, and Chapter 88 Sections 88-5, 88-8(e), and 88-81, and enacting Chapter 87 Sections 87-6, 87-123, 87-124 and Chapter 88 Section 88-82 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Franklin regarding Subdivisions. Second by Councilman Robison and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. RESOLUTIONS: A motion was made by Councilman Levine to adopt a Resolution lifting the open alcohol container law at Caffery Park for the Franklin Youth Baseball Organization’s Co-Ed Softball Tournament to be held on July 24-25, 2026. No glass containers. Second by Councilman Robison and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. A motion was made by Councilman Garrison to adopt a Resolution for approval of the City of Franklin Procurement Policy update for compliance with 2 CFR 200.317-326. Second by Councilman Robison and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. NEW BUSINESS: A motion was made by Councilman Garrison to select the Franklin Banner-Tribune as the City of Franklin’s Official Journal for the period beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. Second by Councilman Levine and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. A motion was made by Councilwoman Rack to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire. Second by Councilman Garrison and carried. Roll call is as follows: YEAS: Councilmembers Autin, Garrison, Levine, Rack, and Robison NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Foulcard announced the upcoming Soul Food Fest at Parc Sur La Teche. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Levine. Second by Councilman Autin and carried. CITY OF FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA EUGENE P. FOULCARD, MAYOR ATTEST: Karen LeBlanc Clerk of the Council May 27, 2026

CLERK OF COURT PROJECTED BUDGET 2026-2027 The St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court’s office is considering the budget for the year 2026-2027. A public hearing will be held in the St. Mary parish Clerk of Court’s office on the second floor of the Courthouse in Franklin, Louisiana at 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 for the purpose of adoption of the 2026-2027 budget. The proposed budget is on file in the Clerk’s office and may be inspected by the public during regular working hours from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. GREG AUCOIN Clerk of Court, St. Mary Parish May 27, 2026

INVITATION TO BID BID - PURCHASE OF FOOD, MILK, PAPER AND CHEMICAL PRODUCTS 2026/2027 V.B. Glencoe Charter School is requesting bids for the 2026/2027 school year, effective July 01, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Sealed bids will be received by School Food Service Authority, V.B. Glencoe Charter School, and/or Central Bidding. Central Bidding can be accessed at www.centralbidding.com. Until 10:00 A.M, on Monday JULY 6, 2026 at V.B. Glencoe Charter School, located at 4491 Hwy 83 Franklin, LA 70538. All bids will be opened and read out loud at 10:10 A.M on Monday JULY 6, 2026. The public is invited to attend. The School Food Service Authority, V.B. Glencoe Charter School reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive information. Bid: Bids that are mailed in or hand delivered must be in a sealed envelope addressed to V.B. Glencoe Charter School Food Service, Attn: Megan Castille CFO. 4491 LA HWY 83 Franklin, LA 70538 with the envelope plainly marked, “Sealed Food, Milk, Paper and Chemical Bid, Opening 10:10 A.M, Monday JULY 6, 2026_.” Bids shall be sent by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested, hand delivered with a written receipt given or submitted online at www.centralbidding.com. Bids must be submitted on the official attached bid form. The entire document must be returned including the Contract Section. All certificates including with the bid request must be completed per the instructions and returned with the Bid Proposal Form. CN Label or USDA Product Formulation Sheets are required and full Nutritionals including calories, saturated fat, and sodium must be provided with bids. Any bid not submitted on this form or without required documentation as listed below will be declared irregular and rejected. RETURN WITH BID: 1. Signed Contract Section 2. Certificate of independent price determination 3. Certification regarding lobbying 4. Signed Buy American Provision Certification 5. CN Label or USDA Product Formulation Sheet with full Nutritionals 6. Proof of insurance The bid form must be typed or completed in ink. A duly authorized representative of the firm must sign the bid. The person signing the bid must initial any corrections or changes made by erasure, crossing out, writing over or the use of correction fluid. Errors in quoted prices or in preparation of the bid will not relieve the vendor except as provided under Louisiana Revised Statutes. Any notation on the outside of the sealed bid envelope that is intended to amend the bid in any manner will not be considered. The bidder shall be solely responsible for timely furnishing of bids. Bids received after the time specified for opening will not be considered, whether delayed in the mail or any other causes whatsoever. These bids will be returned to the bidder unopened. This institution is an equal opportunity provider May 20, 27 & June 3

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, June 1, 2026, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes: Variance Request for SQF, LLC C/O ITG Communications represented by Sean Lusby for a Front Yard Setback Variance to deviate from the required 40 ft. to 20 ft. in a Conservation (CN) Zoned District (Pending Planning & Zoning approval) located at 999 N/A, Franklin, LA 70538 - Sec.6 T15S R11E; - Parcel Id# 2594364035.00 - .88 Ac Tract Por Of 43.23 Ac Tract Bd Landry - Teche - Landry - S Marsh Less parcels 5-2 5-6 Per Plat 18x 161647 Acq. 301 319895. (Zon-1493) All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST. St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments John “Booker Davis”, Chairman Advertise: May 13, 20, & 27, 2026