OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH WATER & SEWER COMMISSION NO. 5 November 10, 2025 Jeanerette, Louisiana 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: Ms. Nekesia Bowie, Mr. Merker Broussard, Mr. Wayne Caesar, Sr., Ms. Sandra Lockett, and Mr. Roy Louviere. Mr. Jake Landry was 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 Ms. Lockett and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Broussard. Mr. Louviere made a motion to approve and dispense with reading of the minutes of the October 13, 2025 Regular Meeting, seconded by Ms. Lockett. Motion carried. ENGINEERING REPORT: Mr. Nicholas Molaison with Miller Engineers & Associates provided a report with updates on the Water Sector Program projects. He advised the contract for Phase 3 – Interconnect of Four Corners and Glencoe is currently pending execution of the contract; once the contract is fully executed, a pre-construction meeting will be scheduled. In reference to Phase 2 – Four Corners Water Plant, Mr. Molaison advised that he is reviewing submittals as they arrive. He further advised the equipment manufacturer is not anticipating delivery of equipment until May 2026. Mr. Metz inquired relative to the Water Sector Program funds leftover from the Port phase and whether those funds can be used for a sewer project or electronic water meters? Mr. Ricky Saucier, Superintendent informed that the salt stored in the Glencoe plant has caused a lot of corrosion and he recommends installing a tank outside similar to the one in Four Corners. Mr. Molaison advised he will ask the state for more information on how the commission can use the remaining funds. Ms. Darce stated for the record that Mr. Jake Landry is in attendance. PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Mr. Metz advised his report is related to the office building, which is on the agenda under Old Business. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT: Mr. Saucier provided his report for the month of October and advised there were three water repairs and one sewer repair with no interruption of service or pressure to customers. He advised the sewer repair was to replace four manhole covers that have been hit by tractors. He informed that he would get quotes to install barriers around the manholes to protect them from future damage. Mr. Metz recommends sending a letter to the farmers and the parish to advise them once the barricades are installed. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Ms. Darce presented her report along with bills to be discussed. She advised that several customers have inquired about automatic bank draft for their bill payments; she will get more information from the bank and present to the commission at the next meeting. Mr. Louviere made a motion to pay bills and approve the payment plans, seconded by Mr. Broussard. Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Discussion and action adopting the Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Policy. There was discussion relative to sending out letters to customers with the various handouts presented by Ms. Darce. Letters will be sent this week. 2. Discussion and possible action relative to office building. Mr. Metz discussed the offer that was made to the owner of the building; the inspection shows more damage to the building than was expected and no access to the attic to determine how extensive the damage is. The Commission discussed concerns regarding potential extensive termite damage in unseen areas of the building and have agreed to explore other options. Mr. Metz discussed a used modular building for sale in LaPlace; he plans to schedule an appointment to view the building next week. 3. Required Training for 2025 for Board Members and Employees. Mr. Metz reminded all Commissioners and employees to complete their trainings and turn in their certifications. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Discussion relative to declare certain equipment and/or vehicles as surplus property. There was discussion about declaring several items as surplus property: 2011 Ford truck, 5,000-gallon pressure tank, and generator. Mr. Louviere made a motion to declare these items as surplus to be sold at a later date, seconded by Mr. Caesar. There being no other business before the Commission, Mr. Louviere made a motion to adjourn seconded by Mr. Caesar. Motion carried. NEXT MEETING DATE: December 8, 2025 Lionel C. Metz, President Roy C. Louviere, Secretary/Treasurer November 19, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE A public hearing will be held in the St. Mary Parish Assessor’s Office on the Second Floor of the Courthouse in Franklin, Louisiana at 9:00 a.m. on December 11, 2025, for the purpose of adopting the 2026 Operating Budget. Additionally, public comments on the amendments to the 2025 operating budget will also be heard. The proposed operating budget for 2026 is on file in the Assessor’s office and may be inspected by the public during regular working hours on Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Jarrod K. Longman Assessor, St. Mary Parish November 19, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE A public hearing will be held in the St. Mary Parish Assessor’s Office on the Second Floor of the Courthouse in Franklin, Louisiana at 9:00 a.m. on December 11, 2025, for the purpose of amending the 2025 Operating Budget. The amended operating budget for 2025 is on file in the Assessor’s office and may be inspected by the public during regular working hours on Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Jarrod K. Longman Assessor, St. Mary Parish November 19, 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that a vacancy exists on the Board of Commissioners St. Mary Parish Planning and Zoning Commission. The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of this vacancy from this date until December 11, 2025, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Ordinance No. 1569. 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 December 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, and Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy. ADVERTISE: November 19 and December 3, 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the St. Mary Parish Council in accordance with law that vacancies exist on the Board of Commissioners of Mosquito Control District No. 1 (Cypremort). The St. Mary Parish Council will receive applications for the filling of these vacancies from this date until December 11, 2025, at Noon. Qualifications for submitting of an application will be in compliance with Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, Section 33:7723. 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 December 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, and Franklin, Louisiana to fill these vacancies. ADVERTISE: November 19 and December 3, 2025

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 December 11, 2025, 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 December 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana to fill this vacancy. ADVERTISE: November 19 and December 3, 2025

These are the official minutes of the monthly meeting of the St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District #11, convened on October 9, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. Call to Order Chairperson Ronald Chillis, Sr. Prayer Comm. David Aymond Pledge Comm. Russell Viator Roll Call Clerk Betty Jackson Present: Comm. Ronald Chillis, Sr., Comm. David Aymond, Comm. Shirley Purvey, Comm. Linda Lockett, and Comm. Russell Viator Absent: None Minutes of Previous Meetings The Board of Commissioners reviewed the minutes of the September 4, 2025, meeting. A motion to approve the minutes of September 4, 2025, was made by Comm. Russell Viator and seconded by Comm. David Aymond. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. The Board of Commissioners reviewed the minutes of the Special meeting on September 23, 2025. A motion to approve the minutes of September 23, 2025, was made by Comm. Linda Lockett and seconded by Comm. Russell Viator. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Expand the Agenda Chairman Chillis requested a motion to expand the agenda to discuss and approve a wire transfer from the district’s LAMP account. A motion to expand the agenda to discuss transferring funds from the LAMP account to the general operating account was made by Comm. Shirley Purvey and seconded by Comm. David Aymond. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Chairman Chillis asked for a roll call vote: Comm. Shirley Purvey – Yea Comm. Linda Lockett – Yea Comm. Ronald Chillis – Yea Comm. Russell Viator – Yea Comm. David Aymond – Yea Public Comments Comm. David Aymond presented an invitation to Fire District #11 from Recreation District #5 for the Christmas Gala on December 6, 2025. Chief’s Report Chief Clark gave the following report to the Board of Commissioners: the district continues to maintain district safety operations, Engine 1 was towed due to its failure to start, the starter was changed on Engine 1, batteries were changed on Engine 3, major engine work was done on Rescue 2 (F350), two cameras were repaired at the central station, paperwork for the new station was sent to the State for review, and the Rodriguez Brothers Farm cut the grass on the property on Hwy 318 at no cost to the district. The district responded to thirty-two dispatches in September: ten medical calls, two grass fires, three structure fires, five vehicle accidents, two gas leaks, one vehicle fire, one control fire and eight calls cancelled. Comm. Lockett made a motion to accept the Chief’s report as presented. Comm. Viator seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Financial Report/ Debits & Bills for the District Comm. Chillis, asked Chief Clark to give a report on the injury to his left hand. Comm. Aymond made the motion to reimburse Chief Clark for his out-of-pocket medical expense of $175. Comm. Russel Viator seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. The bookkeeper and the Board of Commissioners reviewed and discussed the account balances for the period ending September 30, 2025, and the invoices for the month of October 2025. The bookkeeper and Board of Commissioners compared projected and actual income and expenses as of October 9, 2025. Comm. Shirley Purvey made the motion to pay the bills for October and to accept the financial and debit reports. Comm. David Aymond seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. New Business A. Discussion of the Department’s LWCC Insurance Chief Clark said in 2011, LWCC cancelled the insurance for District #11. Therefore, from 2011 to date, the district had no Worker’s Compensation Insurance. He presented a copy of the September 20, 2011, notice of cancellation to the Board of Commissioners. Chief Clark said by State law, the district is required to have Worker’s Comp Insurance and that this was not cited by the auditors. Chief Clark said he contacted Keith Davidson of VFIS who in turn contacted LWCC . Chief Clark presented the cost for Worker’s Compensation insurance for one year. The Board of Commissioners discussed the payment options. Comm. Shirley Purvey made a motion to adopt the six-months payment plan. Comm. Russell Viator seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Roll Call Vote: Comm. Shirley Purvey – Yea Comm. Linda Lockett – Yea Comm. Ronald Chillis – Yea Comm. Russell Viator – Yea Comm. David Aymond – Yea B. Discussion and Approval of AFG Grant Writer Chief Clark submitted a request to hire a grant writer to prepare and submit a grant application to purchase Air Packs. The Commissions discussed the payment options. Comm. Linda Lockett made a motion to approve Plan B. Comm. Russell Viator seconded the motion. There were no objections. Motion carried. C. Audit Review. The Board of Commissioners and staff discussed the Engagement Letters submitted by two audit firms and the cost of the 2023-2024 audit. Comm. Shirley Purvey made a motion to remain with Kolder, Slaven for the 2024-2025 audit. The motion was seconded by Comm. Linda Lockett. Comm. Chillis called for a roll call vote. Roll Call Vote: Comm. Shirley Purvey – Yea Comm. Linda Lockett – Yea Comm. Ronald Chillis – Yea Comm. Russell Viator – No Comm. David Aymond – No A discussion ensued about a request to have the audit conducted on site at the fire station. Comm. Chillis will call Ms. Holcombe to discuss this matter. D. LAMP transfer Comm. Chillis provided a rationale for transferring funds from the LAMP account to fund the payroll account. Comm. Linda Lockett made the motion to transfer is $27,199.06. Comm. David Aymond seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Comm. Chillis requested a roll call vote. Roll Call vote: Comm. Shirley Purvey - Yea Comm. Linda Lockett - Yea Comm. Ronald Chillis - Yea Comm. Russell Viator - Yea Comm. David Aymond - Yea Old Business A. Station updates See comments in Chief’s report. Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Comm. Linda Lockett and seconded by Comm. Russell Viator. Meeting adjourned at 7:07 P.M. Note: These minutes are the official record of the regular monthly meeting of St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District #11 held on the above date. Respectfully Submitted, Approved & Signed: Ronald Chillis, Sr., Chairperson Approved & Signed: Comm. Shirley Purvey, Secretary/Treasurer Signed: Betty Jackson, Clerk November 19, 2025

OPEN HOUSE PUBLIC MEETING STATE AND FEDERAL AID PROJECT NOS. H.015587 & H015587 LA 3211 @ YOKLEY ROAD ROUNDABOUT ST. MARY PARISH The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) is conducting an open house public meeting for the proposed LA 3211 @ YOKLEY ROAD ROUNDABOUT project. The proposed project would consist of constructing a roundabout at the intersection of LA 3211 and YOKLEY ROAD in St. Mary Parish. Additional ROW will be required. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information about the project and to obtain input from interested parties. There will be a continuous multi-media presentation about the proposed roundabout during the meeting and additional project information will be available. Representatives from LADOTD will be available at the open house to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project. Verbal and written comments on the project can be submitted at the meeting. Comments can also be mailed to the LADOTD address shown below, postmarked by January 3, 2026. The public meeting has been scheduled as follows: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Franklin Library 206 Iberia St. Franklin, LA 70538 Should you require special assistance, due to a disability, to participate in this public meeting, please contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below, or by telephone at 225.242.4524, at least five working days prior to the meeting. Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Environmental Engineer Administrator, Section 28 P.O. Box 94245 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9245 November 19 & 26, 2025

PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY-DECEMBER 3, 2025–6:00 P.M. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Franklin, State of Louisiana, will hold a Special Meeting at City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:00 P.M., for the following purposes, to-wit: Application(s): A. Stanley E. Beverly/Monique Francis-Application to move a property line within a fixed parcel located at 603 Boudreaux Street, Franklin, LA. Accommodations will be made for handicapped and non-English speaking individuals, provided a three-day notice is received by the City of Franklin at the Franklin City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana, or by calling Trina Jenkins at (337) 828-6303. November 19, 2025

MINUTES OF THE ST. MARY PARISH CONSOLIDATED GRAVITY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1 The regular meeting of the St. Mary Parish Consolidated Gravity Drainage District No. 1 was held on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. at the Drainage District Office in Franklin, Louisiana. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by President Chad Gianfala. The following were: PRESENT Chad Gianfala – President Donnie Coots – Vice President J.P. Hebert, Jr. – Secretary Treasurer Alton Broussard, Jr – Board Member Lamonika Dwyer – Board Member Craig Pellerin – Board Member Tony Gibson – Board Member Harry Pontiff – Supervisor ABSENT None GUEST None A motion was made by Mr. Donnie Coots and seconded by Mr. Alton Broussard, Jr., to dispense with the reading of the minutes and approving the minutes as written of the regular meeting held on Monday, September 08, 2025. Motion carried. We had no guest present for this meeting. After the P&L was presented and reviewed, it was accepted, and a motion was made by Mrs. Lamonika Dwyer and seconded by Mr. Tony Gibson. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Craig Pellerin and seconded by Mr. J.P. Hebert, Jr., that the invoices as per the Bills Prior Month report dated September 2025 be approved for payment. Motion carried. President Chad Gianfala had nothing to report. Supervisor Pontiff gave the equipment report for the month of September 2025. A discussion was held regarding the Hwy 317 project. motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Craig Pellerin and seconded by Mrs. Lamonika Dwyer. Motion carried. s/g: J.P. Hebert, Jr. J.P. Hebert, Jr. SECRETARY-TREASURER s/g: Chad Gianfala Chad Gianfala PRESIDENT November 19, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, December 1, 2025, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes: Variance request for Thomas and Timothy Raphael for a Lot Area Variance to deviate from the required 10 acres to 8.45 acres in an Agricultural (AG) Zoned District on a proposed Subdivision of property located in Franklin, LA. -Parcel Id# 1874924077.00 - 3.69 Ac Por Lot No 5a-1 Resubd No. 5a Jules O Bodin Est Part Per Plat 44h 274240 Situated in Sec 2 T14S R8E Acq 438 340653 and -Parcel Id# 187492407 - 19.20 Ac Por Lot No 5a-1 Resubd No 5a Jules O Bodin Est Part Per Plat 44h 274240 Situated In Sec 3 T14S R8E Acq 438 340653. Pending Subdivision approval from Planning and Zoning Commission. All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST. St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments Barry Druilhet, Chairman Advertise: November 12, 19, & 26

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on MONDAY, December 1, 2025, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes: E & F Property Holdings LLC for a Front Lot Width Variance to deviate from the required 75 ft. to 40 ft. and a Rear Lot Width to deviate from the required 75 ft. to 70 ft. in an Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 21218 Hwy 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 42 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1785101049.00 Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor Situated Sec 42 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667 and a Front Lot Width Variance to deviate from the required 75 ft. to 56 ft. and a Rear Lot Width to deviate from 75 ft. to 26 ft. in an Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District located at 21218 Hwy 182, Jeanerette, LA-Sec. 41 T13S R8E; -Parcel Id# 1785101050.00 Lot Bd Teche - Thornton - Hwy 90 - Proctor Situated Sec 41 T13S R8E Acq 468 345667. Pending Rezone approval from Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District to General Commercial (GC) Zoned District. (Zon-1477) All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above VARIANCE REQUEST. St. Mary Parish Board of Adjustments Barry Druilhet, Chairman Advertise: November 12, 19, 26, 2025