TOWN OF BALDWIN PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Finance Committee will be holding a meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday March 9, 2026. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN meeting will be held at Baldwin Community Center, 305 Hwy 83, Baldwin Louisiana. March 4, 2026

LEGAL NOTICE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF ST. MARY STATE OF LOUISIANA Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. Vs. No.: 140073 Div F The Unopened Succession of Janique Lashoy Washington 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: One (1) certain 2022 Clayton Manufactured Home, Model 37FAC16763MH21, bearing serial number CS2028052TN to satisfy the sum of ninety thousand one hundred forty-three and 49/100 ($90,143.49) dollars plus interest on the principal amount of $85,657.89 at the rate of 7.25% per annum from December 21, 2025 until paid, together with Fifteen (15%) of the total amount due and payable as attorneys fees, or such other reasonable amount fixed by this Honorable Court, together with any sums, fees or expenses incurred by Petitioner on behalf of Defendant in accordance with the Contract after filing of this Petition, 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 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 25th day of March A.D., 2026, between the legal hours commencing at 10 0’Clock A.M. Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. January 21, 2026 GARY L. DRISKELL, SHERIFF By: Leslie Pellerin Deputy Sheriff Revised(10/2012) SMPSO-C609 Advertised in the Franklin Banner on March 4, 2026

LEGAL NOTICE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF ST. MARY STATE OF LOUISIANA Mark Credit Corporation Vs. No. 138768 Div “E” Barbara Lynn Jackson A/K/A Barbara L. Jackson A/K/A Barbara Jackson 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: 1. That certain lot or parcel of land, lying and being situated in the Parish of St. Mary, State of Louisiana, in the 3rd Ward thereof having a front of Fifty (50’) feet on a Twenty (20’) foot reserved road entering into the Town of Franklin around Irish Bend and extending back between slightly converging lines Eighty-seven (87’) feet, the rear line measuring Forty (40’) feet and being bounded now or formerly, North by the property of Williams or assigns, South by said Twenty (20’) foot road, East by the property of James Bolden and West by Irish Bend Benevolent Association. Together with all the buildings and improvements thereon situated and all rights, way, privileges and servitudes thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining. Being the same property acquired by Barbara Lynn Jackson from Warren Francis by act of Cash Deed dated ____ and recorded at Conveyance Book ____, Folio ____, Entry No. ____ of the records of St. Mary Parish, Louisiana 2. 1 2009 RIBC Mobil Home I.D. Number RBO8AL14363 to satisfy the sum of fifteen thousand two hundred fifty-three and 61/100 ($15,253.61) dollars, together with accrued interest in the amount of $4,810.12 through November 9, 2025, and thereafter interest at the rate of 18% until paid in full, plus attorney’s fees, court costs, and any expense incurred by Petitioner with the preservation of the property and its rights thereto, including any property taxes paid or insurance premiums paid 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 WITH 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 8th day of April A.D., 2026, between the legal hours commencing at 10 0’Clock A.M. Sheriff’s Office Parish of St. Mary, La. Monday, February 9, 2026 GARY L. DRISKELL, SHERIFF By: Leslie Pellerin Deputy Sheriff Revised(10/2012) SMPSO-C609 Advertised in the Franklin Banner on Franklin Banner on March 4, 2026 and April 1, 2026

St. Mary Parish Recreation District 7 Monthly Meeting Minutes January 21st, 2026 6:00 p.m. The monthly meeting was held on January 21st, 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. Cordell Boudreaux, Mr. Wendell Bogan. Mr. Richard Tabor was absent. Approval of Minutes Mr. Bogan made a motion to accept the minutes for the December meeting; seconded by Mr. Boudreaux. Motion passed. Financial Report Report was given by Mrs. Peltier. Motion by Mr. Boudreaux to approve December, 2025 report; and seconded by Mr. Bogan to accept as given. Motion passed. Public Comment Mr. Rodney Olander gave update on the Centerville Park playground equipment. Price quote has been locked in. Old Business Trash can update will be tabled until a later date. New Business Mrs. Peltier presented the Cleco invoice for the month. Mrs. Peltier made a motion to expand the agenda to discuss issues with current laptop; motion seconded by Mr. Bogan. After she explained issues she was having, and request to purchase a new laptop from Best Buy, Mr. Boudreaux made a motion to purchase the new laptop; seconded by Mr. Bogan. Motion passed. Adjournment Motion made by Mrs. Peltier to adjourn; seconded by Mr. Boudreaux. Motion carried. Next meeting scheduled for February 18th, 2026. Bonita Peltier, Secretary March 4, 2026

These are the official minutes of the monthly meeting of the St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District #11, convened on January 8, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. Call to Order Chairperson Ronald Chillis, Sr. Prayer Comm. David Aymon Pledge Comm. Russell Viator Roll Call Clerk Betty Jackson Present: Comm. Ronald Chillis, Sr., Comm. Linda Lockett, Comm David Aymond, and Comm. Russell Viator Absent: Comm. Shirley Purvey Minutes of Previous Meetings The Board of Commissioners reviewed the minutes of the December 4, 2025, meeting. A motion to approve the minutes of December 4, 2025, was made by Comm. David Aymond and seconded by Comm. Russell Viator. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Public Comments Comm. Aymond asked Chief Clark if the volunteers can drive the fire trucks with a normal driver’s license or do they need a CDL? Chief Clark told Board of Commissioners he will answer their questions during the Chief’s Report. Chief’s Report Chief Clark presented the following report to the Board of Commissioners: The district continues to maintain safety operations, Assistant Chief, Trevell Dixon attended and Instructor 1 class in Amelia, Service 2 was repaired at USA Truck and Trailer, annual maintenance was conducted on the station’s generator, and a new washing machine was purchased for the station. During December, the district responded to twenty-six calls: eleven medical, one grass fire, one structure fire, three vehicle accidents, one electrical arcing, one act of nature emergency and eight calls were cancelled. Chief Clark briefed the Board of Commissioners on pending events for the district: (1) a Fire Academy will be held in Slidell on April 27 – 29, 2026. Chief Clark and Assistant Chief Dixon will attend the training, (2) Chief Clark will attend a Fire Officer 1 Class in Baton Rouge, January 26-30, 2026, and District #11 will host FETA Flashover Class Training – April 21 – 23, 2026. He also pointed out that in the board packet were copies of four letters to Special Risk Insurance for towing of Rescue 2, Service 2, Engine 2, and Service 2 during October, November, and December. In addition to a copy of the cover letter, towing invoices and a copy of the Insurance Claim Checks were attached to each. Chief Clark said he pulled the driving privileges for the volunteer in question. He informed the board that this volunteer consistently responds to district calls, maintains the grass around hydrants and the station, and is always available when needed, especially during the station’s down time of 6:00 A. M – 8:00 A. M. Chairman Chillis asked Chief Clark to do all he can to aid the volunteer to get his driver’s license reinstated. Chairman Chillis opened the floor for a motion to accept the Chief’s report and to grant Chief Clark and Assistant Chief Dixon permission to attend the Fire Academy in Slidell and the Fire Officer 1 training in Baton Rouge. Comm. David Aymon made a motion to accept the Chief’s report and to grant permission for Chief Clark and Assistant Chief Dixon to attend the Fire Academy in Slidell and for Chief Clark to attend the Fire Officer 1 training in Baton Rouge. Comm. Russell Viator seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. Financial Report/ Debits & Bills for the District The bookkeeper and the Board of Commissioners reviewed and discussed the account balances, and the invoices for January 2026. The bookkeeper and Board of Commissioners also reviewed the 2025 – 2026 Budget to Actual report. Comm. Russell Viator made the motion to accept the financial report and to pay all bills and debits for January. Comm. David Aymond seconded the motion. No objections were raised, and the motion was approved. New Business Chief Clark informed the Board of Commissioners that a special meeting might be called before the next regular meeting to discuss the new fire truck and the financing options. Old Business Communications from the Internal Revenue Service Comm. Chillis asked the bookkeeper to explain the letters the district received from the Internal Revenue. Ms. Matthews explained that the IRS is requesting a copy of the September 30, 2010, Employers Quarterly Tax Return. She said the district wrote to the IRS saying all the current staff/employees were hired after 2010 and no records for 2010 are available. The IRS replied saying the IRS needs to process all the district’s information and will send a complete response within 90 days. Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Comm. Linda Lockett and seconded by Comm. Russell Viator. Meeting adjourned at 6:50 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 March 4, 2026

1994 Brunswick Marine Power, 17' fiberglass, open hull, HIN#MPDT8065B494 found at 1607 James St Franklin LA 70538 is stored at 1515 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538. Vessel is subject to privilege held & owner is in default. Unless the claim is paid by March 26, 2026 it will be sold at commercially reasonably public sale by Scotty's Towing at the above location. March 4 & 11, 2026

NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following entitled ordinances were introduced at a Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Franklin, on Thursday, February 19, 2026 and laid over for publication of notice: A. Ordinance No. 3474 – An Ordinance amending the Operating Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the Fiscal Year beginning May First (1st), 2025 and ending April Thirtieth (30th), 2026. B. Ordinance No. 3475 – An Ordinance amending the Capital Outlay Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the Fiscal Year beginning May First (1st), 2025 and ending April Thirtieth (30th), 2026. C. Ordinance No. 3476 – An Ordinance adopting the Operating Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the Fiscal Year beginning May First (1st), 2026 and ending April Thirtieth (30th), 2027. D. Ordinance No. 3477 – An Ordinance adopting the Capital Outlay Budget for the Fiscal Years beginning May First (1st), 2026 and ending April Thirtieth (30th), 2031. NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Mayor and Council will meet in Regular Session on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at six (6:00) o’clock p.m. at the Council Room of City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana, to consider final adoption of the aforesaid ordinances. Ordinances can be viewed in full at City Hall - 300 Iberia St., Franklin, Monday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Friday from 8:00 am – 12:30 pm. CITY OF FRANKLIN, LOUISIANA /s/ EUGENE P. FOULCARD, MAYOR /s/ Karen LeBlanc Clerk of the Council Advertise Banner-Tribune March 4, 2026

FRANKLIN HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY –MARCH 11, 2026 – 6:00 P.M. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Historic District Commission of the City of Franklin, State of Louisiana, will hold a Regular Meeting at City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:00 P.M., for the following purposes, to-wit: Application(s): A. 210 Morris Street-Kimberly Shedler-New Construction-20 x 30 Garage - (see attachment) Documentation(s): None 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. March 4, 2026

FRANKLIN ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS WEDNESDAY–MARCH 18, 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Board of Adjustments of the City of Franklin, State of Louisiana, will hold a Regular Meeting at City Hall (E.A. Crowell School), 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana, on Wednesday March 18, 2026 at 6:00 P.M., for the following purposes, to-wit: Application(s): A. 714 Yokely Road-Zachary Hebert-Requesting a use variance to operate a Wedding & Special event venue with an associated flower shop in an R-2 zone. New Business: None Accommodations will be made for handicapped and non-English speaking individuals provided a three-day notice is received by the City of Franklin City Clerk, Karen LeBlanc, at Franklin City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, LA, or by calling (337) 828-6310. March 4, 2026

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The City of Franklin, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, acting through its Mayor, Eugene Foulcard, will receive sealed bids for the Phase IB - Treatment Plant Improvements project, within the Council Meeting Room at Franklin City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana 70538, until April 2, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., local time, at which time and place, they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the time set forth above for opening of bids will not be considered and will be returned unopened. The Contract Documents (Plans, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Specifications and other pertinent documents) may be examined at the following locations: -Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc. - 601 Main Street; Franklin, Louisiana 70538 -Franklin City Hall - 300 Iberia Street; Franklin, Louisiana 70538 Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained from the office of Miller Engineers and Associates, Inc. upon receipt of $240.00 for each set during normal business hours (7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday - Thursday and 7:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Friday). Checks for Bidding Documents shall be made payable to “Miller Engineers & Associates, Inc.”. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212.D, deposits on the first set of documents furnished prime bidders shall be fully refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit less the actual cost of reproduction shall be refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten days after receipt of bids. Refunds will be made upon return of the documents unmarked and in good condition if within ten days after receipt of bids. There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference for this project. The pre-bid conference will be held on “March 18th, 2026 at 10:00am” at the project location. 301 Strohs Road, Franklin LA 70538. To qualify to bid, each bidder shall be a properly licensed Contractor in accordance with La. R.S. 37:2150 - 2163 for the classification of MUNICIPAL CONSTRUCTION or related classification. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids in accordance with Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Each bidder must deposit with his/her bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of Treasury Circular 570. A bidder may withdraw their bid within forty-eight (48) hours of the bid opening, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays as governed by La. R.S. 38:2214 (C). Any questions or clarifications shall be submitted to the Project Engineer in writing a minimum of five (5) days prior to the bid opening date. Addenda will be issued to all prospective bidders a minimum of 72 hours prior to the bid opening date. Only information provided within written addenda issued by the Project Engineer shall be considered binding. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the City of Franklin no later than seven (7) days prior to the bid opening. /s/ Eugene Foulcard Eugene Foulcard Mayor City of Franklin ADVERTISE: March 4th, 11th and 18th

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, March 16, 2026, AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes: REZONE REQUEST: Rezoning of property by Darla Lanie represented by Damier Austin with D&T Carpentry LLC from Existing Neighborhood (EN2) Zoned District to Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located at 548 Verdun Ln., Franklin, LA 70538 -Sec.5 T15S R10E; -Parcel Id# 2534521025.00 - Lot BD Richardson - Lane - Luke – Queen Acq. 370893 and 558 Prairie Rd., Franklin, LA 70380 -Parcel Id# 2534501031.00 - Lot 30A Resubd No. 30 Victor Von Schoeler Part Being The Prop of Shawn C And Laura Gash Austin Per Plat 114 293976 Acq. 117 294357. (Zon-1491) All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request. St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission Barry Druilhet, Chairman Advertise; February 25, March 4, & 11, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the St. Mary Parish Planning Commission will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, March 16, 2026 AT 5:45 P.M. in the Parish Council Meeting Room, Fifth Floor Courthouse, Franklin, Louisiana, for the following purposes: REZONE REQUEST: Rezoning of three (3) parcels of property by Bruce Saucier from Single Family Residential (SR) Zoned District and Light Industrial (LI) Zoned District to Agricultural (AG) Zoned District located at 2917 Hwy 87. Franklin LA, Sec. 39 T14S R10E; -Parcel Id # 2384901001.00 4.90 Ac Tract ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUVWXYZA Per Plat 27u 209000 Being situated in Sec 39 T14S-R10E Acq. 195 305379. - 2917 Hwy 87. Franklin LA, Sec. 37 T14S R10E; Parcel Id# 2414881001.00 37.86 Ac Por Tract ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUV WXYZA Per Plat 27u 209000 Being situated in Sec 37 T14S R10E Acq. 195 305379 and – 2800 HWY 87 Franklin LA, Sec. 37 T14S R10E; Parcel Id# 2414881003.00 27.19 Ac Por Tract ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUV WXYZA Per Plat 27u 209000 lying West of LA 87 Acq. 195 305379.(Zon-1490) All persons are invited to this meeting to submit their approval or objections to the above Rezone Request. St. Mary Parish Planning & Zoning Commission Barry Druilhet, Chairman Advertise; Feb 25, and March 4, and 11 2026.