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COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE WORKSHOP The Land Use Commission of the City of Sulphur will hold a Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance workshop on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers in Sulphur, Louisiana, located at 501 Willow Avenue, Sulphur, LA. A copy of the proposed ordinance will be available at City Hall located at 101 North Huntington Street, Sulphur, La. The public is invited to attend. Apr 25 1t 2114851 Notice Cost- $29.50

PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Iowa declared the items referenced below as surplus at its April 13, 2026, meeting and has authorized the LPS Municipal Surplus Property Program to sell the property through online auction. Unless extended, bidding will end on Friday, May 22 at 5:00 p.m. Bidders must go to https://lamats.net/surplus and access the designated link to register and to place bids. The Town of Iowa reserves the right to review and approve all high bids and to relist or dispose of the items if not sold. Assorted Office Chairs Six Chairs of Varying Colors/Condition Apr 25 1t 2114845 Notice Cost- $28.00

City of Lake Charles Meeting Minutes City Council 5:30 PM Council Chambers at City Hall Wednesday, April 15, 2026 AGENDA FOR REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 15, 2026 TO BE TAKEN UP IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. 150 97, RULES FOR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA CALL TO ORDER President Marks, presiding INVOCATION Donald W. Fondel PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Ronnie Harvey, Jr. ROLL CALL Stuart Weatherford, Matt Young, President or Presiding Officer Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey Jr., Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo Jr., and Matthew Vezinot Present: 7 Absent: 0 Also present were Mayor Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, John Cardone, City Administrator and Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 2026 A motion was made that this item be approve the minutes. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 President Marks stated that Items 8, 11, 17, 18, and 19 were being deferred until May 20, 2026 and Item 24 was being deferred until May 6, 2026. APPOINTMENTS 1. 505 25 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement with the most qualified Architectural/Engineering (A/E) firm responding to the Request for Statements of Qualifications to perform professional services to prepare cost estimates, provide engineering and design services, provide construction management oversight and other additional services as needed for the design and construction of an indoor recreation facility in Lake Charles. Councilman Harvey was appointed chairman. 2. 112 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3538 Buddy Prejean Softball Lighting. Councilman Marks was appointed chairman. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. 132 26 Public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to approve a request for a Major Conditional Use Permit in order to establish a runway matting facility in an existing commercial structure including Variances to 1) allow use on local street vs. required location adjacent to and has access to an arterial or collector street; and 2) allow resin and paint application to matting product, within a Mixed Use Zoning District, at 2925 Industrial Avenue. Doug Burguieres stated the original request was amended with adjustments and the Planning Commission heard the proposal and voted to approve the decision 3/2. That appeal had been vacated and the application before the council was as presented. The applicant, Charles Stenbeck, 1109 Laura Lane, Lake Charles stated the business is a manufacturing/service business that supports the U.S. military and other allied armed forces around the world. They manufacture an emergency airfield damage recovery system which uses mats from a thermo set composite resin to cover damaged airfields. The primary function would be the injection loading process, machine, packaging and shipping and top coating. They are wanting to locate at the Industrial Avenue site for more space. The process will create an odor similar to a paint smell. The large trucks will not use the neighborhood streets. He stated that their operation is governed by OSHA regulations. At the current location, he had not received complaints about the smell. They occasionally work late nights and weekends, but the normal hours are 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gene Thibodeaux, representing Sen. Mike Reese and Mr. Stenback, distributed a volatile organic compound study that was done in 2023 and didnt recommend any respiratory equipment be used by employees who worked directly with the compound. He stated that several businesses already border the Industrial Avenue. He stated he visited the site on Fournet Street and couldnt smell anything even with the building being open. This proposed building would be enclosed. The business would be subject to the regulations of OSHA, the federal EPA and state DEQ. He further stated that there would be very little emissions because the paint would be rolled on and not sprayed. Sixty percent of the employees came from a halfway house. They have completed their assignments at the halfway house and are no longer there prior to being hired. Tyrone Thomas, 1916 Enterprise, Lake Charles, LA, general manager, stated that the employees are screened prior to hiring through Lee Mallets program. Councilman Weatherford observed there were businesses already in the area that use chemicals that could be flammable as well. Doug Burguires clarified that some of the businesses were non conforming but may have been there prior to 1984 when the new ordinance came into existence. One may have gone through the approval process. Theresa Durroseau, 2912 General Collins, Lake Charles, LA, Donald Hanchett and Toni Eaglin Miles, 2712 General Vandeburg, Lake Charles, LA were in opposition but did not wish to speak and assigned their time to Ms. Withers. Ms. Carrie Withers, 2729 North General Wainwright, Lake Charles, LA stated she was in opposition and presented a Petition signed by close to 95 residents that were against the business due to the use of the resins, odor and chemicals. She has ridden by the current location on Fournet Street several times since November and saw that the doors were open. She stated that she was concerned about the epoxy resin paint causing significant health risks particularly during handling and application because they were flammable materials and they could cause problems for people with skin issues and allergies. Mr. Vezinot stated that the paint and body shop was using the same type of chemicals and wanted to know if there were ever any complaints from that business. Paul Geary, 2205 Hwy. 14, Lake Charles, LA stated that the owner should have spoken to the neighbors before coming in and he also had a problem with staff that the signs were posted in the end of the street and not the street fronting the area which would have been on Highway 14. Kenneth Michael Wright, 203 W. Clarence Street, Lake Charles, LA spoke in favor of the project because the facts support Mr. Stenbachs position and the smell will dissipate. Jacquenetta Sevette Lartigue, 2909 General Patton Street was also opposed due to the same concerns and that Highway 14 will become congested with large trucks accessing the business. Gene Thibodeaux gave a rebuttal and reiterated that this building would be closed and the business on Fournet Street was open but the residents in the area did not even know it existed. The study given by Ms. Withers was from people who use the resins, not the study that he provided where the monitoring was placed on the collars of the employees, the emissions were not sufficient to require respiratory equipment and was below OSHA regulations. Councilman Young stated that he had visited the site on Fournet Street and couldnt smell anything outside of the building and when touring the business, he encountered no one wearing N95 masks in the first room, but did detect an odor in the second room and saw one employee wearing a N95 mask. He further stated he supported the business coming into the area to create jobs and putting the building back into commerce. Councilman Bilbo stated that he has visited ReadyMat several times and responded to several telephone calls of those in favor and against. He further stated that he would support the Terrace because they voted him in and it was their position. Councilman Fondel stated he received several phone calls as well and complimented Mr. Stenback for being a great businessman and person and that he didnt try to hide anything about the business, but he was voting with the residents of the neighborhood. Councilman Marks stated that he visited the site on Fournet Street and didnt experience a smell and there wasnt as much noise the second day that he went out but he was voting in favor of the Variance. Councilman Vezinot stated he was voting in favor because the business seemed like a good fit. Councilman Weatherford stated that it was unique because it was immediately adjacent to the railroad track which would be a way to move the freight in the future. Councilman Harvey commended the community for coming out and stated his vote would reflect that. Councilman Marks made a motion to amend to add the following conditions: Not move the cutting portion of the process and not move the sanding process from the existing site and make an effort to put up an air monitoring system on the Industrial Avenue site. The motion was made by Councilman Marks and seconded by Councilman Young and Councilman Bilbo. A motion was made that this item be amended. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 74 26 A motion was made that this item be adopted as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 4 Weatherford, Young, Marks, and Vezinot Against: 3 Harvey Jr., Fondel, and Bilbo Jr. Absent: 0 Enactment No: 74 26 4. 133 26 Public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to approve a request for a Major Conditional Use Permit in order to construct six (6) townhome units with Variance for front setback of 20 vs. the required 25, within a Mixed Use Zoning District, at the north side of the 2200 block of East Prien Lake Road. Doug Burguieres stated item was considered by the Lake Charles Planning and Zoning Commission and they voted 3 2 in favor of the request for this Major Conditional Use permit which applies to an increase in density. Sharon Thibodeaux, 2398 23rd Street, did not wish to speak but was opposed to the development. Doug Burguieres stated that the property is in a Mixed Use Zoning District and as of right, the applicant can build a triplex either attached or detached. He can build five units with a Minor Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Burguieres, further stated the applicant applied for a variance and a conditional use. Herman Stevens, 2912 McNeese Farm Road, Lake Charles, LA., purchased most of the land on the east side of Prien Lake Road between 5th Avenue and the old Hobby Lobby site. When he first purchased the land, there was a lot of un housed camp sites and a wooded area. He cleared the land and addressed the complaints of the citizens that he had spoken to, Mr. Poullard and Mr. James. The lots remained empty for about 5 years. He would like to use .28 acres to place six town home units on it. The development would be similar to the development on Enterprise Boulevard and 15th Street. This will be built with Hardi siding with a minimum of metal siding. The parking will be either asphalt or concrete. Mr. Stevens further stated that under a Major Conditional Use Permit he could ask for 8 units, but he is not. He also could do cheaper siding and lesser parking, but he is not. With respect to the front setback of the property, normally it is 20 feet on this type of corridor. The reason why it is 25 feet is for future expansion which there is no planned expansion or widening of East Prien Lake Road in the works. Mr. Vezinot questioned if there was a residence to the east or the west of the property. Mr. Stevens said that the house is on a very large lot and there would be at least 90 feet between the house and his development. Mr. Stevens stated that the parking would be in the rear. He wanted to reduce people from pulling out onto Prien Lake Road. Mr. Stevens stated that the alley was slightly more than 50% developed and would not affect the alley. Councilman Marks stated that in regards to the asphalt or concrete, which one was he going to use. Mr. Stevens stated that it depended on the price at the time he begins to build. He was further questioned about whether the renters would block the alleys to have parties since limited parking. Councilman Marks asked if Mr. Stevens would consider turning the proposed development around so as not to congest the alleyway with potentially 12 new vehicles. Mr. Stevens stated these are residences where people would leave and come back at different times of the day and would not overload the alley. Councilman Bilbo stated that everyone that contacted him was concerned about the alleyway and whether or not he could build similar to the Madrid complex where residents had the option to back out and turn around to go out the property onto Prien Lake Road. The other concerns he fielded were giving him the discretion of whether or not the proposed development would have concrete or what type of siding would be used. Mr. Stevens stated he would not want someone pulling out onto Prien Lake Road. Mr. Stevens further stated that even if he sells the property, no one will build single family residences there because it makes no sense mathematically. The applicant did meet with the community to discuss their concerns. Debra Alexander did not wish to speak but donated her time to Kimberly Dellafosse. Kimberly Dellafosse, 1917 19th Street, Lake Charles, LA. stated the she would like to see long term growth and stable development and stated that variances are intended for hardships. Stephanie Morris donated her time to anyone who needed it. Mrs. Dellafosse stated that when Oak Park was initially developed, it was designed for families with one car per resident. Now families own more than one car already adding to the congestion in the alleys. She further stated the development will create constrained movement, vehicle conflicts and limitations for emergency access. Also, the side of the building would be facing a major corridor.Those in opposition but did not wish to speak were Ron Miller, 2442 Oak Park Boulevard, Lake Charles, LA; David Jones, 2222 23rd Street, Lake Charles, LA; Barry England, 2232 13th Street, Lake Charles, LA. and Stephanie Morris, 21st Street, Lake Charles, LA.. Allen Fontenot, believes the proposal undermines the qualities that makes Oak Park special and increases density and strains communal resources of the neighborhood. Oak Park is governed by restrictive covenants which define land uses. He further stated that the apartments in existence do not use alleyway for entrance and parking is not allowed on the streets. William Mayo, 2342 21st Street, Lake Charles, LA is opposed due to parking. Those further speaking in opposition were Mark Dellafosse, 1917 19th Street, Lake Charles, LA; Lucresia Jones, 2222 23rd Street, who resides directly behind the proposed development and is concerned with the congestion and safety issues. Ms. Jones requested a fence and entrance on Prien Lake Road. Also opposed were: Austin Dellafosse, 1917 19th Street, Lake Charles, LA; Yolanda Beasley, 2525 17th Street, Lake Charles, LA; Sheila Handy, 1405 20th Street; Loweena Grice, 2325 21st Street, Lake Charles, LA and Barbara Miller, 2442 Oak Park Boulevard, Lake Charles, LA with the same issues as stated before with the use of the alley, uncertainty of driveway construction material, possible drainage issues, and congestion. Herman Stevens gave a rebuttal and stated that he would not use gravel as he stated in a prior meeting with the residents and he would use Hardi siding and not aluminum siding. The use of asphalt or concrete would depend on the market price. Councilman Marks proposed a motion to require Mr. Stevens to widen the parking lot area and a condition of concrete only. Mr. Stevens stated that he would not be able to comply with both of the requests but he would either use asphalt or concrete for the parking lot and the parking lot area was 24 feet. Councilman Marks pulled the amendment at this time. After consideration, the council voted as follows: A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion failed by the following vote: For: 0 Against: 6 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Absent: 0 Abstain: 1 Fondel 5. 550 25 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 711 Fall Street, Rose Young Fontenot and Frank Fontenot, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Fondel recommended deferral for 60 days, which was approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 6.555 25 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1400 North Shattuck Street, Cleven Nash and Elvira Nash, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Harvey recommended deferral to the May 6, 2026 regular council meeting, which was approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 7. 557 25 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1505 McNabb Street, Tyron Gerard Nickerson, owner. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Harvey recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20529 Councilman Bilbo requested to reconsider this item after realizing that it was in his district. He recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. Enactment No: 20529 8. 558 25 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 411 Gelpi Drive, Gerald (NMI) Armelin, Sr., owner. This item was deferred to the May 20, 2026 regular meeting at the beginning of the meeting. 9. 559 25 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 317 South Louisiana Avenue (front house only), Grace Smith, Ulric Y. Pryce, Charles Y. Pryce, Monica Manker Russell, Marcia Manker and Gregory Manker, owners. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 10. 68 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2217 Broad Street, Frankie Jordan Dyer, owner. This item was deleted at the beginning of the meeting. 11. 69 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 902 Camelia Street (garage only), Matthew A. McIntosh, owner. This item was deferred at the beginning of the meeting to the May 20, 2026 regular council meeting. 12. 70 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1729 Broadmoor Drive, Larry Gene Thomas, owner. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilmen Bilbo recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20530 13. 71 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 3704 Brentwood Drive, Esther Jane Aucoin, owner, subject to a tax sale to Barrios Investments, LLC. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Marks recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20531 14. 72 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2725 Louisiana Avenue, Holly Rider Brouillette and Zoe Gaspard Rider, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. Holly Brouillette, 1401 Woodlawn Street, Vidor, TX, requested additional time to remove belongings from the home and to possibly secure a buyer. Mr. Fondel recommended deferral to the May 20, 2026 regular council meeting, which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 15. 73 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 704 11th Street, J & B Real Estate Investment Group, LLC, owner. This item was deleted at the beginning of the meeting. 16. 74 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1021 15th Street, Eva Christeana Russell, owner, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, Jr., City Attorney, presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Mr. Fondel recommended time delays of 15/15 which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20532 17. 75 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2110 Railroad Avenue, Andre N. Walker, Brittany Ann Walker, Denver Jerome Withers and Jevan Ramsey Yokum, owners. This item was deferred at the beginning of the meeting until the May 20, 2026 regular council meeting. 18. 76 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2107 Clarinda Street, Julius Lee Fontenot, Sr. and Jannifer V. Fontenot, owners. This item was deferred at the beginning of the meeting until the May 20, 2026 regular council meeting. 19. 77 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2105 Clarinda Street, Julius Lee Fontenot and Jannifer Valmont Fontenot, owners. This item was deferred at the beginning of the meeting until the May 20, 2025 regular council meeting. ORDINANCES FOR FINAL ACTION 20. 892 24 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3242 Southern Sewer Loop Gulf Highway Lift Station Forcemain. Jason Gunter with Gunter Construction, 1330 E. Napoleon Street, Sulphur, LA turned in a card to speak but the item was deferred to the May 6, 2026 regular council meeting. 21. 43 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase Roadbase Limestone Aggregate per specifications, for use by the Public Works Department. A motion was made to reject all bids and re bid this item. 22. 44 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase 4000 PSI ready mix material, for use by the Public Works Department, Streets Division. Councilman Fondel made a motion to accept the recommended bid from Dunham Price in the amount of $416,362.50. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20533 23. 45 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase replacement retractable/telescopic riser seating in the Coliseum at the Lake Charles Event Center. A motion was made to reject all bids and re bid this item. 24. 111 26 An ordinance creating the positions of Chief of Administration and Chief of Operations within the Administrative Division of the Lake Charles Fire Department, and to provide for the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities for such positions and other related matters. This item was deferred at the beginning of the meeting until the May 6, 2026 regular council meeting. 25. 113 26 An ordinance enlarging the boundaries of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, by annexing property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20534 26. 114 26 An ordinance assigning Zoning Classification of Industrial to property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. A motion was made that this item be amended. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20535 A motion was made that this item be adopted as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20535 27. 115 26 An ordinance assigning Councilmanic District B to property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20536 28. 127 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to purchase three (3) parcels of property from the record owner located at: 1621 Broad Street (Parcel Number 00593001); Parcel Number 01343244; and 1605 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00599689). A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20537 29. 130 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to purchase property located at 1635 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00592501) from the record owner. A motion was made that this item be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 Enactment No: 20538 THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS MAY BE ADOPTED BY CONSENT 30. 154 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to deny a request for a Variance in order to construct nine (9) new detached townhomes with lot coverage greater than 40% (actual 45%), within a Residential Zoning District, at the Northwest corner of West Claude Street at Ernest Street. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for May 6, 2026. Enactment No: 75 26 31. 134 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 902 North Simmons Street, John A. Parker, owner, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 76 26 32. 135 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 1509 Pear Street, Edward Gallien, Jr. and Jules J. Gallien, owners, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 77 26 33. 136 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 621 Bank Street, Earl Melvin Anthony Wiltz, Danielle Melot Wiltz and Monique Michelle Wiltz, owners. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 78 26 34. 138 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 2120 3rd Street, Cecelia Pitre, owner. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 79 26 35. 139 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 2344 See Street, Marlene Marks, Markesha Elise Marks and Kendall Wayne Marks, owners. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 80 26 36. 140 26 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 808 Gulf Street, Melvin Reyes and Yolany Reyes, owner. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. The hearing date was set for June 3, 2026. Enactment No: 81 26 37. 141 26 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise to receive sealed bids for Project No. CP3051 2025 Citywide Striping Package. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Councilman Weatherford was appointed as chairman. Enactment No: 82 26 38. 142 26 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise to receive sealed bids for Project No. CP3251 University Area Purple Sub Basin Sewer Rehabilitation. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Councilman Vezinot was appointed as chairman. Enactment No: 83 26 39. 143 26 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise to receive sealed bids for the purchase of Water Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair Parts for use by the Public Works Department, Water Division. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Councilman Fondel was appointed as chairman. Enactment No: 84 26 40. 144 26 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise to receive sealed bids to purchase one (1) new Sewer Inspection System Camera and Crawler for use by the Public Works Department, Wastewater Division. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Councilman Young was appointed as chairman. Enactment No: 85 26 41. 145 26 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to assume full responsibility for providing the required local match; for design engineering; for construction engineering and inspection (CE&I); and for managing and maintaining the project relative to the Prien Lake Road Pedestrian Bridge project. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: 86 26 42. 165 26 A resolution by the City Council of Lake Charles authorizing the City of Lake Charles to complete an application on behalf of the Lake Charles Police Department for grant funding under the Fiscal Year 2025 Justice Assistance Grant Local Solicitation Program, administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, for police related equipment. This item was adopted on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: 87 26 Approval of the Consent Agenda A motion was made including all the preceding items marked as having been adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Weatherford, Young, Marks, Harvey Jr., Fondel, Bilbo Jr., and Vezinot Against: 0 Absent: 0 THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ARE FOR INTRODUCTION BY CONSENT AND WILL BE READ INTO THE RECORD THE DAY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING AT 9:00A.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN CITY HALL 43. 146 26 An ordinance accepting the best proposal received for renewal coverage and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Property and Casualty Insurance for the City of Lake Charles, effective May 22, 2026 through May 22, 2027. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 44. 147 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with State of Louisiana, Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) for West Sallier Street from Lake Street to Stanton Street Project (State and Federal Aid Project No. H.016736). Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 45. 148 26 An ordinance of the City of Lake Charles authorizing the expropriation of property, for a permanent utility servitude, from on, and with respect to property for any and all uses necessary for the Highway 14 Water Loop Project, said property believed to be owned by Shujat Holding Company, all pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statue 19:134 et seq., and providing further thereto. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 46. 149 26 An ordinance of the City of Lake Charles authorizing the expropriation of property, for a permanent utility servitude, from on, and with respect to property for any and all uses necessary for the Highway 14 Water Loop Project, said property believed to be owned by 7 Eleven Corp., all pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statue 19:134 et seq., and providing further thereto. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 47. 150 26 An ordinance authorizing the City Council of the City of Lake Charles to declare parcel number 00750832A (no municipal address) as surplus property and further authorizing the City to enter into a ground lease agreement for the use of this surplus immovable property for the transmission and receipt of wireless communication signal including the construction of a structure and tower along with the operation of equipment. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 48. 151 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with Sowela Technical Community College to contribute funding for a flight school at the Sowela Technical Community College/Chennault International Airport facilities. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 49. 152 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Calcasieu Parish School Board to contribute funding for the enhancements of the Region 5 STEM Center at the Lake Charles Boston Academy of Learning (1509 Enterprise Blvd.). Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 50. 153 26 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter (non profit organization) to contribute funding towards the construction of a new facility to support their Storks Nest program which provides prenatal education, health resources, and other support programming to young mothers as well as to act as a resiliency hub during events of natural disasters and similar emergencies. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 51. 155 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3051 2025 Citywide Striping Package. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 52. 156 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project No. CP3251 University Area Purple Sub Basin Sewer Rehabilitation. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 53. 157 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for the purchase of Water Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair Parts for use by the Public Works Department, Water Division. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 54. 158 26 An ordinance accepting the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase one (1) new Sewer Inspection System Camera and Crawler for use by the Public Works Department, Wastewater Division. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 55. 159 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 902 North Simmons Street, John A. Parker, owner, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 56. 160 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1509 Pear Street, Edward Gallien, Jr. and Jules J. Gallien, owners, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 57. 161 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 621 Bank Street, Earl Melvin Anthony Wiltz, Danielle Melot Wiltz and Monique Michelle Wiltz, owners. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 58. 162 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2120 3rd Street, Cecelia Pitre, owner. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 59. 163 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2344 See Street, Marlene Marks, Markesha Elise Marks and Kendall Wayne Marks, owners. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 60. 164 26 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 808 Gulf Street, Melvin Reyes and Yolany Reyes, owners. Introduced as read into the record on the consent agenda by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. ADJOURNMENT With no other business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9;25 p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on May 6, 2026. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct draft of the Minutes of a meeting of the City Council of said City, held on the 15th day of April, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed hereon the official seal of said City, this 21st day of April, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of the Ordinances adopted at a meeting of the City Council of said city held on the 15th day of April, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed upon the official seal of said City, this 21st day of April, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. The City of Lake Charles fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes, executive orders, and regulations in all programs and activities. The City operates without regard to race, color, or national origin. Any person who believes him/herself or any specific class of persons, to be subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI and/or Americans with Disabilities Act may by him/herself or by representative file a written complaint with the City of Lake Charles. The Citys Title VI Coordinator/ADA Coordinator may be reached by phone at (337) 491 1440, the Mayors Action Line at (337) 491 1346, or contact the appropriate Department Head. Ordinance No: 20529 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1505 McNabb Street, Tyron Gerard Nickerson, owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 7th day of January 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 1505 McNabb Street, legally described as: S 97 ft of Lots 20 and 21 Blk 5 and the N 15 ft of Lots 1 and 2 Blk 5 Tritico Sub, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Tyron Gerard Nickerson, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 30th day of April, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 30th day of April, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of May, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 1st day of May, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 15th day of April, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20529 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20530 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1729 Broadmoor Drive, Larry Gene Thomas, owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 4th day of March 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 1729 Broadmoor Drive, legally described as: Lot 52 Blk F Broadmoor Terrace, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Larry Gene Thomas, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 30th day of April, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 30th day of April, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of May, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 1st day of May, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 15th day of April, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20530 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20531 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 3704 Brentwood Drive, Esther Jane Aucoin, owner, subject to a tax sale to Barrios Investments, LLC. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 4th day of March 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 3704 Brentwood Drive, legally described as: Lt 2 Blk 2 Brentwood Add #1 Revised, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Esther Jane Aucoin, subject to a tax sale to Barrios Investments, LLC, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 30th day of April, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 30th day of April, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of May, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 1st day of May, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 15th day of April, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20531 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20532 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1021 15th Street, Eva Christeana Russell, owner, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 4th day of March 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 1021 15th Street, legally described as: Lot 21 Blk 9 Himount and 7 ft alley adj to N side said lot, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Eva Christeana Russell, subject to a tax sale to the State of Louisiana, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 30th day of April, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 30th day of April, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 1st day of May, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 1st day of May, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 15th day of April, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20532 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20533 An ordinance enlarging the boundaries of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, by annexing property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. WHEREAS, there has been continuously on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, for at least ten (10) days prior to the adoption of this ordinance, a written assent of a majority of the registered voters and a majority in number of the resident property owners as well as twenty five percent (25%) in value of the property of the resident property owners within the area proposed to be included in the corporate limits of the City of the Lake Charles, Louisiana, as evidenced by a certificate attached to said petition from the Assessor of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana; and WHEREAS, there has been published a Notice of Filing of the said Petition to Annex and of this ordinance in the LAKE CHARLES AMERICAN PRESS MORE THAN TEN (10) days prior to the adoption of this ordinance; BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The boundaries of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, are hereby enlarged to include, and the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, shall hereinafter embrace, and the corporate powers shall hereinafter be exercised over the following described additional area and territory, which additional area and territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, and defined with certainty and precision as set out on the Exhibits attached hereto and made a part hereof. SECTION 2: This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after publication of this ordinance after adoption. SECTION 3: All laws and ordinances or parts of laws and ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20534 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20535 An ordinance assigning Zoning Classification of Industrial to property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The property, legally described as set out in the Exhibit attached hereto and made a part hereof, now located in the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby assigned and classified in the Industrial Classification, generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. SECTION 2: The Planning Director shall note this amendment on the official Zoning Map of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20535 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20536 An ordinance assigning Councilmanic District B to property generally described as south side of the 4600 block of East Prien Lake Road, containing 97 acres, more or less, defining with certainty and precision the territory to be included in the corporate limits of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Official Map of Council Districts adopted pursuant to Section 2 45 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Lake Charles is hereby amended by including therein territory annexed into the City of Lake Charles, pursuant to City ordinance, in Councilmanic Districts as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 20534, passed and adopted April 15, 2026, annexing property legally described as set forth on the Exhibits attached hereto and made a part hereof, Councilmanic District B, Voting Precinct ______. SECTION 2: The Official Map, as amended herein, shall be paragraphed for identification with this ordinance but shall not be attached hereto I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20536 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20537 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to purchase three (3) parcels of property from the record owner located at: 1621 Broad Street (Parcel Number 00593001); Parcel Number 01343244; and 1605 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00599689). BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to purchase, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, three (3) parcels of property from the record owner located at: 1621 Broad Street (Parcel Number 00593001); Parcel Number 01343244; and 1605 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00599689) for an amount not to exceed the appraised value, subject to the provisions of LSA R.S. 38:2213. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20537 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Ordinance No: 20538 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to purchase property located at 1635 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00592501) from the record owner. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to purchase, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, property located at 1635 East Broad Street (Parcel Number 00592501) from the record owner for an amount not to exceed the appraised value, subject to the provisions of LSA R.S. 38:2213. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. I, Renee P. DeVille, certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance number 20538 passed by the City Council on 4/15/2026. Apr 25 1t 2114833 Ntoice Cost- $1561.00

WHEREABOUTS Anyone with knowledge of the whereabouts or location of THELMA HILL, WILLIE MAE HILL, SADIE DOTSON, ED LEE LEDOUX, JR., or FLOYD MICHAEL LEDOUX, owners of 1528 Pine Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70601, kindly contact Attorney Steven Coward, at (337) 515-2233. Apr 24, 25 2t 2114750 Notice Cost- $56.31

WE ARE applying to the Alcoholic Beverage Commission of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcoholic content at the following address: Permit to be issued to: Marias Nelson Road, LLC dba Marias Cocina,4439 Nelson Rd, Suite #6-7 in the city of LAKE CHARLES in the parish of Calcasieu in the state of LA. Jose A. Chavez Owner Petition of Opposition should be made in writing in accordance with L.R.S. title 26, Section 85 and 283. Apr 24, 25 2t 2114464 Notice Cost- $71.00

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS 04/20/2026 Notice is hereby given that the following properties are in violation of the Lake Charles Code of Ordinances. The property owners listed below will have 5 (five) days to correct the issues noted, or Citys contractors will correct the issues at the owners expense. Sec. 23:3-5: High grass and/or weeds, Trash, rubbish, refuse, debris violations: Justin Rasmey Launh, 727 Azalea St, Assessment # 00439754 Tamika Francis, 806 Azalea St, Assessment # 00404705 Brandon Jude Simon, 812 Azalea St. 00289205 Mary Tezeno ET AL, 1800 Blk. of N Booker St - Lot W of 2228 Theriot St, Assessment # 00440108 Donald Ray Broussard, 1300 Blk. Broad St Lot on NE corner of Broad St & Franklin St, Assessment # 00593028 Cynthia Ruth Darce, 3521 Center St, Assessment # 00403253 White Investment Rental Properties LLC, 2100 Blk. of Channel St 3rd & 4th Lot W of 2127 Channel St, Assessment # 00353930 Tarsha Terrill Milburn Williams ET VIR, 2127 Channel St, Assessment # 00347698 Alpha Construction & Property Management LLC, Assessment # 00404594 Stephen Scott Soileau, 709 Derouen, Assessment # 00450707 Samantha Renee Malveaux Brown, 2100 Blk. of Dewey St Lot W of 2125 Dewey St, Assessment # 00442496 Moore Finance Co. Inc. 1701 Evans St, Assessment # 00552151 Frank G Green Jr, 501 S Franklin St, Assessment # 00593788 Martikai Wilkins ET UX, 502 Franklin St, Assessment # 00578134 Greater St Mary Community Development Foundation, 500 Blk. Franklin St, Lot N of 512 Franklin St, Assessment # 096912 Stephen Scott Soileau, 3500 Blk. Kirkman St Lot N of 3520 Kirkman St, Assessment # 00447560 Stephen Scott Soileau, 3520 Kirkman St, Assessment # 00439363 Ann Simien, 1700 Blk. Mill St Lot E of 1707 Mill St. Assessment # 00573299 Castillo Investments LLC, 1800 Blk. Mill St Lot E of 1813 Mill St, Assessment # 00599751 Dwayne McQuinton Montgomery, 1818 Mill St, Assessment # 00564362 Otis Ambrose, 100 Blk. Orrin St Lot N of 114 Orrin St, Assessment # 00535672 Tenant, 3000 Blk. Reidway St Lot N of 3004 Reidway St, Assessment # 00759635 Mark Christopher Van Winkle ET AL, 3000 Blk. Reidway St, Assessment # 00759635 Caleb M Randel, 3115 Reidway St, Assessment # 00427659 Ashford Property Management LLC, 3209 Reidway St, Assessment # 00279358 Rax Properties LLC, 3223 Reidway St, Assessment # 00333581 Nathaniel Coty Ravia, 325 E School St, Assessment # 00412899 T3 Tower 1 LLC, 1401 1St St, Assessment # 01337089 Vision of Hope Center Inc., 1800 Blk. of 1st St Lot E of 1809 1st St, Assessment # 00532649 Rim Art Property Management LLC, 711 14th St, Assessment # 00297178 Gerard D Williams, 1906 19th St, Assessment # 000391948 Kaur Housing Group LLC, 2113 20th St, Assessment # 00298786 Graddie Peter Guillory ET UX, 1924 23rd St, Assessment # 00341258 Taylormade Preservations LLC, 740 V E Washington Ave, Assessment # 00609412 Johanna Jolivette (NMN), 2417 Oak Park Blvd, Assessment # 00364479 Sec. 23:4: Trash & debris; piles and accumulations violation: Alfred Dwayne Grice Jr., 2221 Poplar St, Assessment # 00401846 RAX Properties LLC, 3223 Reidway St, Assessment # 00333581 Apr 24, 25 2t 2114459 Notice Cost- $199.00

NOTICE Alfred Palma, LLC is actively seeking Sub Bids and Material Quotations from DBE, MBE, SBE and WBE Owned Companies on all items of work, related to City of Lake Charles, LA Southern Sewer Loop Gulf Hwy. Lift Station Capital Project No. CP3242. Bid Date is May 05, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Bid documents can be obtained upon request by contacting our office at 337-436-0830 or through www.bidexpress.com, bids can be submitted via email to estimating@apalmainc.com Apr 23-25,30,May 1-2 6t 2113618 Notice Cost- $208.45