This notice by publication is notification that your rights or interest in the following descriptive. Property located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, may be terminated by operation. Of law. If you do not take further action in accordance with law. Legal description. Lots 57 & E 23FT. of Lot 56, BLK. O, Forest Glen Subn., 171409-11-79 GEO# 171409-011-0079-00, as per plat recorded in The conveyance records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana. Tax sale title to the above-described Property has been sold for failure to pay taxes. You have been identified as a person who may have an interest in this Property. Your interest in this property, will be terminated. If you do not redeem the property by making all required payments, to the tax collector listed below, or file a lawsuit in accordance with law, within [60 days], [6 months] of the date of the first publication of this notice, or the recording of an act transferring ownership., if later. Caddo Parish Sheriffs Office Caddo Parish Courthouse 501 Texas St. 1st Floor Shreveport, La 71101 Phone (318) 681-0638 12088906 2/17/26 ($45.08)

This notice by publication is notification that your rights or interest in the following descriptive. Property located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, may be terminated by operation. Of law. If you do not take further action in accordance with law. Legal description. Lots 4 & 5, W 20FT. of Lot 3 & The E. 3.5FT of Lot 6, BLK. O, Replat of Forest Glen Subn., 171409-11-81 GEO# 171409-011-0081-00, as per plat recorded in The conveyance records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana. Tax sale title to the above-described Property has been sold for failure to pay taxes. You have been identified as a person who may have an interest in this Property. Your interest in this property, will be terminated. If you do not redeem the property by making all required payments, to the tax collector listed below, or file a lawsuit in accordance with law, within [60 days], [6 months] of the date of the first publication of this notice, or the recording of an act transferring ownership., if later. Caddo Parish Sheriffs Office Caddo Parish Courthouse 501 Texas St. 1st Floor Shreveport, La 71101 Phone (318) 681-0638 12088877 2/17/26 ($45.41)

CADDO-BOSSIER PARISHES PORT COMMISSION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) I) PURPOSE a) The Caddo-Bossier Parishes Port Commission (the Port) is seeking Contractors or Farmers interested in leasing property owned by the Port for farming during calendar year 2026. For the purposes of this Request for Proposals (the RFP) the property owned by the Port is described in Exhibit A, attached hereto. All labor, materials and farming activities and/or services shall be included in the proposal, more particularly described in Section 2 of this RFP. b) It is the Ports intent to select a qualified contractor/farmer to perform the services defined in Section 2. II) PROJECT NAME AND SCOPE OF WORK RFP for Agricultural Lease 2026 Calendar Year Instructions to Proposers: a) OBLIGATION OF PROPOSER: The submittal of a Proposal will be understood to indicate the Proposer has inspected the property described in Exhibit A and has become thoroughly familiar with the necessary services to complete the agricultural farming activities. The failure or omission of any Proposer to examine the property described in Exhibit A or observe the requirements of this RFP shall in no way relieve the Proposer from any obligations set forth in the Proposal. b) PROPOSAL AMOUNT: The compensation to the Port for the agricultural farming activities delineated in the Proposal shall be clearly defined in the form of a LUMP SUM amount on an annual basis. The compensation in a LUMP SUM amount shall be due on October 1st of the specified calendar year. The Proposal shall include a lease amount of not less than $30,000 annually or $75.00 per cultivable acre, whichever is greater. c) PROPOSAL FORMAT: The Proposer shall use a Proposal Form of his or her choosing. d) LEASE OBLIGATION: The successful Proposer will be required to enter into a Lease Agreement with the Port. An example of the standard lease agreement to be signed is attached as Exhibit B. e) PROPOSAL EVALUATION: Each proposal will be evaluated based upon the following information which shall be included in the proposal: i) Company Location. ii) Experience of the Proposer in agricultural farming for Louisiana governmental entities. iii) Proposed Lump Sum Annual Amount. f) LEASE TERM AND RENEWALS: The primary term of a proposed Lease Agreement shall be for a period of one (1) Calendar Year. The Port and the successful Proposer shall have the ability to mutually agree (in writing) to an annual renewal of the Lease Agreement for up to four (4) additional years. The renewal of the Lease Agreement shall include the initial proposed LUMP SUM AMOUNT and a Consumer Price Index (the CPI) adjustment at the end of the previous calendar year. The annual increased CPI amount will be calculated by the Port and be provided to the successful Proposer prior to the renewal term(s). The Proposer shall submit one (1) clearly identified original Proposal in response to this RFP to the Executive Port Director, Eric England, no later than March 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. III) INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS The successful Proposer shall maintain policies of insurance in not less than the following minimum amounts which shall name the Port as an additional insured: a) Workmens Compensation Insurance with limits of $500,000 for each accident and $500,000 for each employee; b) Commercial General Liability Insurance with limits of liability of not less than $500,000 for each personal injury, death, or property damage occurrence and $1,000,000 in the aggregate; and c) Automobile Liability Insurance with limits of not less than $1,000,000 for any one accident. Prior to the commencement of operations, the successful Proposer shall furnish the Port a Certificate of Insurance prepared by the successful Proposers insurer itemizing the type, amounts and duration of the insurance carried by the successful Proposer. The successful Proposer shall require its insurer to insert in any policy included in the Certificate of Insurance a provision to cover all of the obligations assumed by the successful Proposer hereunder, including naming the Port as an additional insured and primary and non-contributory clauses, with waiver of subrogation in favor of the Port. In addition, the Certificate of Insurance shall stipulate that no policy included in the Certificate will be amended or canceled without first giving the Port thirty (30) days advance written notice. IV) PROPOSALS MUST BE DELIVERED TO: Caddo-Bossier Parishes Port Commission ATTN: Executive Port Director 6000 Doug Attaway Blvd Shreveport, LA 71115 V) DOCUMENTATION OF RESPONSES a) Responses to this RFP will be recorded in the presence of one or more witnesses. b) Responses to this RFP must be submitted by using a sealed envelope. c) The Proposers name and address, the RFP due date and time, and the RFP title shall be shown on the outside of the envelope. d) The Port assumes no responsibility for unmarked envelopes being excluded from consideration for an award. e) Proposals received after the time specified will be recorded and then returned unopened. f) The Port reserves the right to reject any and all Proposals. g) Questions seeking clarification of any aspect of this RFP may be submitted to: Tyler Comeaux at tylerc@portcb.com, phone: (318) 524-2276 or Hugh McConnell at hughm@portcb.com, phone: (318) 458-2080. VI) PROCESS OF AWARD a) The Proposals will be evaluated by representative(s) of the Port prior to a letter of award. b) The award process could take up to 10 days following receipt of the Proposals. 12088668 2/17/26 ($148.04)

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF ITS BRIARWOOD VILLAGE WAITING LIST The Housing Authority of the City of Shreveport (HACS) will accept BriarwoodVillage applications for Three (3) bedroom units beginning at 8:30 a.m., CST, Friday,February 20, 2026, and closing at 4:30 p.m., CST, Thursday, February 26, 2026. Applications from families will be accepted and added to the Briarwood Villagewaiting list. Online applications can be submitted at https://hacsla.comno paper applications will be available. Assistance to complete the application process, due to a disability, will be provided bytelephone at 318.698.3632, 318.698.3636 and 318.698.3664. If assistance cannot becompleted by telephone, then an appointment can be scheduled between the hours of 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Applications will be ranked by the Housing Authority based on the date and time theelectronic information is entered, and a confirmation number is received by theapplicant. Applicants will need the following items in order to complete the application: A valid email address Names, social security numbers, and date of birth for all household members included on the application A valid mailing address at the time of application Total household income Pen and paper to write down confirmation number Applicants are responsible for keeping their address updated in the Applicant Portal. The Applicant Portal can be accessed at https://hacsla.com The Applicant Portal canonly be accessed by applicants who have submitted an application. HACS is not responsible for undeliverable mail. February 17,18,19,2026 12087673

INVITATION FOR BID SEALED OR ELECTRONIC BIDS, addressed to the Purchasing Agent for the City of Shreveport, must be received in the Purchasing Division, Government Plaza, Suite 610, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71101, not later than 3:00 P.M. on March 19, 2026. Shortly thereafter, bids will be publicly opened and announced in the Finance Departments Conference Room 690, Government Plaza, for the following: RFP 26-801 WEED ABATEMENT (GRASS CUTTING) SEASON CONTRACTORS Estimated Expenditure: $300,000.00 Download bid documents at www.shreveportla.gov/solicitations or email kimberly.floyd@shreveportla.gov . Reference the IFB number as shown above. Receive bid notices by email by registering with BidNetDirect.com for FREE. Vendors/Contractors may submit responses to IFBs & RFQs electronically or by paper copy. BidNetDirect shall be the official source for bid documents. Outside of the bid envelope, provide the bidders name, address, bid number, project name, opening date/time and the Citys address. It shall be the responders responsibility to make inquiry as to the addenda issued. Before the contract is awarded, the contractor shall pay all taxes, licenses, fees, and other charges which are outstanding and due to the City. The City of Shreveport reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor informalities. Renee Anderson, MBA, CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP Purchasing Agent February 17,24,2026 12087434

EEOC RIVERVIEW CARE CENTER in an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and employ without discrimination due to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, obligation to serve in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal or State law. February 15, 16, 17 2026 LLOU0459894

SUMMARY MINUTES SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE February 9, 2026 The Administrative Conference of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana, was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor, at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 9, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza, (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Councilman Boucher and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Jackson. On roll call, the following members were present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 6. Absent: Councilman Jim Taliaferro. 1. The Council met and set the following agenda for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, agenda: * * * * ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE February 9, 2026 AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA February 10, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2026 JANUARY 13, 2026 5. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS A. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES B. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES C. COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS D. REPORTS: Property Standards Report (resolution 7 of 2003) Revenue Collection Plan & Implementation Report (resolution 114 of 2009) Master Plan Committee Report (resolution 132 of 2012) Budget to Actual Financial Report (resolution 183 of 2017) 6. PUBLIC HEARING: NONE 7. ADDING ITEMS TO THE AGENDA, PUBLIC COMMENTS, CONFIRMATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS. A. ADDING LEGISLATION TO THE AGENDA (REGULAR MEETING ONLY) AND PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MOTIONS TO ADD ITEMS TO THE AGENDA B. PUBLIC COMMENTS (IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 1.11 OF THE RULES OF PROCEDURE) (PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF PUBLIC CONCERN REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE ITEM IS ON THE AGENDA) Craig Lee made general comments regarding concerns about corruption within the Water Department. Doris Stevens made general comments as it relates to the city and Community Development. Justin Weathers and Denny Reedy spoke in support of Zoning Case No. 25-145-C. Del-Tomoko Clark made general comments as it relates to Mind Shift Sports, NFL Flag Football. C. CONFIRMATION AND APPOINTMENTS: Director of Water and Sewerage Brandon Snead, City Traffic Engineer Jonathan Ratliff, MPC Zoning Board of Appeal Eric Monroe 8. CONSENT AGENDA LEGISLATION A. TO INTRODUCE ROUTINE ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS: NONE ORDINANCES: NONE B. TO ADOPT ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS: NONE ORDINANCES: NONE 9. REGULAR AGENDA LEGISLATION A. RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE OR WHICH WILL REQUIRE ONLY ONE READING 160 Authorizing the Mayor to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City of Shreveport and the Downtown Development Authority and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor, B/Brooks) 2 To recognize January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (D/Boucher) 3 Authorizing the mayor to execute a lease to own agreement with Stryker Sales Corporation, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 4 Authorizing the mayor to execute a lease agreement between the City of Shreveport and North Louisiana Criminalistics Laboratory Commission and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 5 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of Shreveport to execute a lease amendment which will extend the primary term of State Agency Lease No. 22145 with Apex Natural Gas, LLC, for an additional two (2) years, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 6 Granting city council approval for the mayor to pay the premiums and execute documents in connection with the purchase of insurance for the citys excess workers compensation and inland marine for the period beginning January 1, 2026 and otherwise providing with respect thereto 7 To amend the Master Plan Titled "Great Expectations: Shreveport Caddo 2030 Master Plan" relative to updating the future land use map to reflect current conditions to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 10 Authorizing the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, purchasing agent to reject all bids received for Curtis Lane & Lakeshore Drive Improvements GOB24 -Project IFB 25-073 and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 11 Recognizing and honoring Mary G. Harris on her 90th birthday and her contributions to the Martin Luther King (MLK) community, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. (A/Taylor) 12 Recognizing the Downtown Shreveport YMCA of Northwest Louisiana for 100 years of service, and otherwise providing with respect thereto (C/Taliaferro) 13 Recognizing Wayone Hector, Jr. for outstanding academic achievement, athletic excellence, leadership, and community service, and otherwise providing with respect thereto. (E/Jackson, F/Green) B. INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO (FEBRUARY 24, 2026) 8 Authorizing the Mayor of the City of Shreveport to sign a consent of the assignment by Citizen Acquisitions, LLC of an oil and gas lease to Silver Creek Energy III, LLC, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) 9 Authorizing the mayor to execute a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, Office of the State Fire Marshal and the State of Louisiana and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 14 Authorizing the mayor to execute an entity/state agreement between the City of Shreveport and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. C. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO (FEBRUARY 24, 2026) 1 Amending the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized herein and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 2 Zoning Case No. 25-132-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the south side of North Market Street approximately 290 feet Northwest of North Lakewood Drive from C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District to C-3 General Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor) 3 Zoning Case No. 25-142-C: An ordinance to deny the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the located on the Northwest corner of Highland Avenue and Atkins Avenue from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District to C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (B/Brooks) 4 Zoning Case No. 25-143-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the located on the west side of Greenwood Lane, approximately 145 feet north of Luciana Circle from R-1-7 Single Family Residential Zoning District to I-1 Light Industrial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) 5 Zoning Case No. 25-144-C: An ordinance to Approve the amendment of the Zoning Map of the UDC, by rezoning property on the Southeast corner of Pierremont Road and Henderson Avenue from R-1-7 Single Family Residential Zoning District to C-3 General Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (C/Taliaferro) 6 Zoning Case No. 25-146-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property on the southeast corner of Kings Highway and Samford Avenue, from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District and C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District to IC Institutional Campus Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (B/Brooks) 7 Amending Chapter 38 of the Shreveport Code of Ordinances relative to notice of grass, weeds, and wild growth violations, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 8 Amending the 2026 Public Safety Special Revenue Fund Budget and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor) 9 To amend and reenact section 2-418 of the Shreveport Code of Ordinances relative to eligibility requirements for certification as a small, disadvantaged business enterprise; to update monetary thresholds, align program standards with current federal and state practice, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 10 Zoning Case No. 25-145-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the existing IC, Institutional Campus Conditional Zoning District within the Zoning Map of the UDC, for property located on the Northwest corner of Greenwood and Pines Road, to allow the use of retail sales of alcohol, beer, and wine and outdoor dining, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) D. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE (NUMBERS ARE ASSIGNED ORDINANCE NUMBERS) 157 Zoning Case No. 25-124-C: an ordinance to deny the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on northwest corner of West 70th Street and Rice Road, from C-4 Heavy Commercial Zoning District to I-1 Light Industrial Zoning District and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) 10. TABLED LEGISLATION A. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS: APPEALS PROPERTY STANDARDS APPEALS: NONE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE ORDINANCE APPEALS: NONE METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION AND ZBA APPEALS: Case No. 24-213-C: Appeal by Ronald J. Miciotto, on behalf of Forbing Bluff Timber Company & Ruth Norton, for 9500 blk Ellerbe Rd, Special Use Permit & Site Plan, for Altar Group/Take 5 Oil Change, vehicle repair & drive-through (D/Boucher) postponed on January 13, 2026, until January 27, 2026 OTHER APPEALS SOB APPEALS: NONE TAXI APPEALS: NONE REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES CLERK'S REPORT: NONE ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS: ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the council, the city council meeting adjourned at 4:32 p.m. //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chairwoman //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of Council 2/17/26 ($260.57)

Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana February 10, 2026 The City Council meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairwoman Taylor at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Councilman Green. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Jackson. The roll was called. Present: Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, Councilmen Gary Brooks, Jim Taliaferro, Grayson Boucher, Alan Jackson, James Green and Councilwoman Ursula Bowman. 7. Absent: Councilman 0. Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to approve the minutes of the Administrative Conference, Monday, January 12, 2026, and Council meeting, Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS, COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS, AND REQUIRED REPORTS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS BY THE MAYOR, NOT TO EXCEED FIFTEEN MINUTES COMMUNICATIONS OF THE MAYOR RELATIVE TO CITY BUSINESS OTHER THAN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS REPORTS: Property Standards Report (resolution 7 of 2003) Revenue Collection Plan & Implementation Report (resolution 114 of 2009) Master Plan Committee Report (resolution 132 of 2012) Budget to Actual Financial Report (resolution 183 of 2017) PUBLIC HEARING: NONE ADDING ITEMS TO THE AGENDA, PUBLIC COMMENTS, CONFIRMATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS ADDING LEGISLATION TO THE AGENDA (REGULAR MEETING ONLY) AND PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MOTIONS TO ADD ITEMS TO THE AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS (IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 1.11 OF THE RULES OF PROCEDURE) (ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE ON ANY MATTER OF PUBLIC CONCERN REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE ITEM IS ON THE AGENDA) (REGULAR MEETING ON MATTERS WHICH ARE ON THE AGENDA) Sammy Mears spoke in support of Resolution No(s). 11, 12 and 13 of 2026. Robert Rollins made general comments as it relates to Appeal Case No. 24-213-C and Zoning Case No. 25-124-C. CONFIRMATION AND APPOINTMENTS: Director of Water and Sewerage Brandon Snead, City Traffic Engineer Jonathan Ratliff Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to withdraw the executive appointment of Brandon Snead and Jonathan Ratliff. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. MPC Zoning Board of Appeal Eric Monroe Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to confirm the executive appointment of Eric Monroe to the MPC Zoning Board of Appeal. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. CONSENT AGENDA LEGISLATION TO INTRODUCE ROUTINE ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS: NONE ORDINANCES: NONE TO ADOPT ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS: NONE ORDINANCES: NONE REGULAR AGENDA LEGISLATION RESOLUTIONS ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE OR WHICH WILL REQUIRE ONLY ONE READING Resolution No. 160 of 2025: A resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the City of Shreveport and the Downtown Development Authority and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor, B/Brooks) Read by title and as read motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 6. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: Councilman Boucher. 1. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 2 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE JANUARY 2026 AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO BY: COUNCILWOMAN TAYLOR WHEREAS, in 2010, by presidential proclamation, January was designated as a nationally recognized observance focused on preventing human trafficking and raising awareness about a form of modern-day slavery that exploits men, women, and children for labor and commercial sex, and constitutes a serious crime and a public health concern; and WHEREAS, individuals at higher risk include those experiencing abuse, violence, poverty, unstable living conditions, or social disconnection, including domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, members of immigrant communities, and homeless or runaway youth; and WHEREAS, in 2012, The Free Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Northwest Louisiana (The FREE Coalition, Inc.) was established with the mission to end human trafficking in Northwest Louisiana by providing awareness and resource training to the community, offering direct services to victims and survivors, and coordinating law enforcement agencies and service providers along the Interstate 20 Central Corridor from Fort Worth, Texas, to Jackson, Mississippi, to enhance identification of and services for victims; and WHEREAS, in 2024, Louisiana identified 860 victims under the age of 17 and 336 victims age 18 and older, including 128 in Caddo Parish, one of the three highest parishes for reported and confirmed cases, alongside 201 in East Baton Rouge Parish and 227 in Orleans Parish; and WHEREAS, the national theme for 2026, as designated by the Administration for Children and Families, is Stronger Connections. Stronger Futures, reminding us that strong relationships and community support help prevent human trafficking and create safer environments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due regular and legal session convened, that it hereby recognizes January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, supports initiatives that combat human trafficking and encourages every individual, family, organization, and community to raise awareness and take action to prevent human trafficking. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 6. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: Councilman Boucher. 1. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 3 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A LEASE TO OWN AGREEMENT WITH STRYKER SALES CORPORATION, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Division (EMS) provides emergency medical services to citizens; and WHEREAS, EMS needs (15) Lifepak 35 monitor/defibrillators, thirteen (13) Power-Pro Load stretchers, and seven (7) Lucas CPR devices to effectively conduct its operations; and WHEREAS, Stryker Sales Corporation is the sole source provider of these items; and WHEREAS, Stryker and the City agreed to enter into a lease to own agreement for these items; and WHEREAS, the proposed agreement is for a 6-year term at an annual cost of $402,675.06 for a total cost of $2,146,675.40; and WHEREAS, Shreveport City Code Section 26-274(d) requires Council approval for all purchases in excess of $1,000,000.00. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, regular, and legal session convened, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a Lease to Own Agreement with Stryker Sale Corporation, substantially in accordance with the draft thereof filed for public inspection with the original of this resolution in the Office of the Clerk of Council on January 7, 2026. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provisions or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications; and, to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Brooks, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. Resolution No. 4 of 2026: A resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a lease agreement between the City of Shreveport and North Louisiana Criminalistics Laboratory Commission and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 5 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WHICH WILL EXTEND THE PRIMARY TERM OF STATE AGENCY LEASE NO. 22145 WITH APEX NATURAL GAS, LLC FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWO (2) YEARS, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport (the City), is the Lessor in that certain oil, gas and mineral lease from the City to Apex Natural Gas, LLC (the Lessee) in State Agency Lease No. 22145, dated effective April 12, 2023, and recorded under Instrument No. 2928689 of the Conveyance Records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana; and WHEREAS, State Agency Lease No. 22145 has a primary term of three (3) years from April 12, 2023 and if acceptable lease operations or production in paying quantities is not occurring at the end of the original primary term, the lease would expire on April 11, 2026 unless otherwise extended by action of the City of Shreveport; and WHEREAS, Apex Natural Gas, LLC has requested that the City of Shreveport approve the Lease Amendment for the purpose of extending the original primary term thereof for an additional two (2) years from April 12, 2026 in consideration of a rental payment of $31,897.50 for each additional year of the extended term of the lease unless the lease is otherwise maintained prior to the expiration of each year of the extended term. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, in due, legal, and regular session convened, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Lease Amendment for the purpose of extending the original primary term thereof for an additional two (2) years from April 12, 2026. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this Resolution or the application thereof is invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this Resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions, ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective in accordance with the provisions of Shreveport City Charter Section 4.23. THUS DONE AND RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 6 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION GRANTING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL FOR THE MAYOR TO PAY THE PREMIUMS AND EXECUTE DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PURCHASE OF INSURANCE FOR THE CITY'S EXCESS WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND INLAND MARINE FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2026, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, Section 10.02 (r) of the Shreveport City Charter requires that the City Council, upon recommendation of the Mayor, shall approve the purchase of insurance to cover the City's excess workers' compensation and inland marine; and WHEREAS, the Mayor, after consultation with the Director of Finance and the City's insurance consultants, recommends that the City Council approve the amount and type of the insurance premiums listed below for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2026; and WHEREAS, payment of the following insurance premium invoices for various categories of insurance is recommended by the Mayor: Line of Coverage Premium Excess Workers Compensation 742,359.00 Excess Workers Compensation Buffer 115,679.00 Brokerage Fees 0.00 Inland Marine 49,949.00 Total 907,987.00 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, legal and regular session convened, that the City Council approves the invoices for premium payments and that Tom Arceneaux, Mayor, be and he is hereby authorized to direct payment of these invoices and to execute, on behalf of the City, any and all documents necessary to obtain these insurance coverages for the period beginning January 1, 2026. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications; and, to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 7 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE ONE SHREVEPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO WHEREAS, the Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission of Caddo Parish has participated in the preparation of a comprehensive master plan update, hereby known as the One Shreveport Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, on December 1, 2010, the City of Shreveport adopted the Great Expectations: Shreveport-Caddo 2030 Master Plan; and, WHEREAS, recognizing over fifteen years of change, the One Shreveport Master Plan affirms the values set forth by the Shreveport community in Great Expectations, while providing refreshed strategies to address local development and infrastructure needs; and, WHEREAS, the One Shreveport Master Plan outlines the City of Shreveports long term vision for growth and development; and, WHEREAS, the Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission of Caddo Parish led the preparation of the master plan update through consultations, community engagement, expert analysis, and state of the art planning approaches; and, WHEREAS, the updated One Shreveport Master Plan has been recommended for adoption by the Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission of Caddo Parish. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened, that the attached One Shreveport Master Plan, dated January 27, 2026, is hereby adopted. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor be authorized to sign any documents necessary, proper or incidental to the adoption of the updated Plan. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications; and to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all ordinances or resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 10 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA, PURCHASING AGENT TO REJECT ALL BIDS RECEIVED FOR CURTIS LANE & LAKESHORE DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS GOB24 PROJECT IFB 25-073 AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, on January 15, 2026, two (2) bids were received as a result of solicitation for Curtis Lane & Lakeshore Drive Improvements GOB24 - Project; and WHEREAS, errors were detected in the electronic bid platform after the bid opening; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Shreveport City Charter Sec. 10.07, the Purchasing Agent may reject any and all bids and readvertise for bids with the approval of the City Council; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Shreveport City Code Sec. 26-268 the City has adopted, by reference, portions of the Louisiana Bid Law (La. R.S. 38:2184 through 38:2316) for public works; and WHEREAS, La. R.S. 38:2214(B)(2), authorizes the City to reject any and all bids for just cause and WHEREAS, just cause under these facts and circumstances is authorized in La. R.S. 38:2214(B)(2), whereby the bid document contained an error; and WHEREAS, it has been determined by the City Council and Purchasing Agent, and/or his/her designee, that such action is being taken in the best interests of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, in due, legal, and regular session convened that: SECTION 1. The whereas clauses above are herein adopted as part of this Resolution. SECTION 2. The Purchasing Agent, or his/her designee, is hereby authorized to reject all bid(s) received for IFB 25-073. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor of the City of Shreveport, or his/her designee, shall be and is hereby authorized to do any and all things and to sign any and all documents in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, or his/her designee, necessary to effectuate the purposes set forth herein. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this Resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications, and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective in accordance with the provisions of Shreveport City Charter Section 4.23. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions, ordinances, or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. THUS, DONE AND RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana. Read by title and as read motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 11 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING MARY G. HARRIS ON HER 90TH BIRTHDAY AND HER CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE MARTIN LUTHER KING (MLK) COMMUNITY, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO BY: COUNCILWOMAN TAYLOR WHEREAS, Mary G. Harris, born on February 13, 1936, is a lifelong resident of the Martin Luther King (MLK) community, where she has lived for more than fifty (50) years and has shown an unwavering commitment to service, advocacy, and neighborhood empowerment; and WHEREAS, her leadership and volunteer efforts have included serving as a member of the MLK Neighborhood Association and contributing her time to the MLK Community Development Center, supporting programs and initiatives that strengthen and uplift the community; and WHEREAS, she has actively participated in community clean-up projects, assisted with Feeding the Children programs, and supported the PTSO Back-to-School Night at Green Oaks High School, consistently working to improve the quality of life for her neighbors; and WHEREAS, Ms. Mary regularly attends City Council meetings to ensure the concerns and voices of her neighbors are heard and has traveled to the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge to support legislative matters affecting the city and its residents; and WHEREAS, widely known as a trusted and fearless advocate, Ms. Mary is often the first-person neighbors turn for help to address concerns, and her decades of dedication have made a lasting and positive impact on the area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due regular and legal session convened, that it hereby recognizes and wishes Ms. Mary G. Harris a Happy 90th Birthday and thanks her for decades of selfless service and contributions to the MLK community. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilwoman Taylor, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 12 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT YMCA OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA FOR 100 YEARS OF SERVICE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO BY: COUNCILMAN TALIAFERRO WHEREAS, the Downtown Shreveport YMCA of Northwest Louisiana, located at 400 McNeil Street in Shreveport, Louisiana, is a historic landmark that has served as a cornerstone of the community for nearly a century; and WHEREAS, the YMCA began as a group in the late 1860s, and was formally incorporated in 1922; and WHEREAS, in 1923, funds were raised to construct the YMCA, designed by Clarence W. King, in the Italian Renaissance Revival style, which officially opened on October 25, 1925, and was later added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982; and WHEREAS, throughout its history, the Downtown YMCA has provided residential housing for young corporate executives, returning veterans of World War I and World War II, and operated as a well-known cafeteria that welcomed downtown workers and churchgoers; and WHEREAS, the Downtown YMCA continues to serve the community while preserving its historic features, offering steam rooms, saunas, a whirlpool, a gymnasium, racquetball courts, a CrossFit room, and youth basketball; and WHEREAS, for one hundred years, the Downtown Shreveport YMCA has maintained a commitment to the community, remaining active in public service through programs focused on health and community awareness for generations of residents. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due regular and legal session convened, that it hereby recognizes the Downtown Shreveport YMCA of Northwest Louisiana for 100 years of service and wishes them continued success for generations to come. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Taliaferro, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. RESOLUTION NO. 13 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING WAYONE HECTOR, JR. FOR OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT, ATHLETIC EXCELLENCE, LEADERSHIP, AND COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND OTHERWISE PROVIDING WITH RESPECT THERETO BY: COUNCILMEN JACKSON AND GREEN WHEREAS, Wayone Hector, Jr., son of Wayone Hector, Sr. and Kedria Hector, was born on January 28, 2009, and is currently seventeen (17) years old; and WHEREAS, Wayone is a student at Caddo Magnet High School where he maintains a 4.429 grade point average and was named Student of the Month for January 2025; and WHEREAS, Wayone is an active member of Peaceful Rest Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. R. Timothy Jones, Sr., where he serves as Co-President of the Children and Youth Ministry, attends Sunday School, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to service; and WHEREAS, his dedication to personal growth and community involvement extends beyond the church through his participation as a member of Alpha Esquire and Top Teens of America; and WHEREAS, Wayone has excelled athletically as a member of the Gymnastics Team at Caddo Magnet High School, competing at the State and Regional levels, placing in the Top Three in 2024, and ranking Number Two in 2025, earning more than thirty (30) medals; and WHEREAS, he is also a member of the All-American Cheer Team at Caddo Magnet High School, further demonstrating discipline, teamwork, and excellence; and WHEREAS, Wayone plans to attend Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, where he aspires to pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering, continuing his path of academic achievement and leadership. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due regular and legal session convened, that it hereby recognizes and commends Wayone Hector, Jr. for his outstanding academic achievements, athletic success, leadership, and commitment to service, and extends its best wishes for continued success in all future academic and professional endeavors. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications and to this end the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Jackson, seconded by Councilman Green, to adopt. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO (February 24, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce resolutions) 1. Resolution No. 8 of 2026: A resolution authorizing the mayor of the City of Shreveport to sign a consent of the assignment by Citizen Acquisitions, LLC of an oil and gas lease to Silver Creek Energy III, LLC, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 2. Resolution No. 9 of 2026: A resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, Office of the State Fire Marshal and the State of Louisiana and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 3. Resolution No. 14 of 2026: A resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an entity/state agreement between the City of Shreveport and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Bowman, to introduce Resolution No(s). 8, 9 and 14 of 2026, to lay over until the next regular meeting. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES (NOT TO BE ADOPTED PRIOR TO (February 24, 2026) (Motion and second is sufficient to introduce ordinances) 1. Ordinance No. 1 of 2026: An ordinance amending the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget, appropriating the funds authorized herein and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 2. Ordinance No. 2 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-132-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the south side of North Market Street approximately 290 feet Northwest of North Lakewood Drive from C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District to C-3 General Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor) 3. Ordinance No. 3 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-142-C: An ordinance to deny the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the Northwest corner of Highland Avenue and Atkins Avenue from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District to C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (B/Brooks) 4. Ordinance No. 4 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-143-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on the west side of Greenwood Lane, approximately 145 feet north of Luciana Circle from R-1-7 Single Family Residential Zoning District to I-1 Light Industrial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) 5. Ordinance No. 5 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-144-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property on the southeast corner of Pierremont Road and Henderson Avenue from R-1-7 Single Family Residential Zoning District to C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (C/Taliaferro) 6. Ordinance No. 6 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-146-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property on the southeast corner of Kings Highway and Samford Avenue, from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District and C-2 Corridor Commercial Zoning District to IC Institutional Campus Zoning District, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (B/Brooks) 7. Ordinance No. 7 of 2026: An ordinance amending Chapter 38 of the Shreveport Code of Ordinances relative to notice of grass, weeds, and wild growth violations, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 8. Ordinance No. 8 of 2026: An ordinance amending the 2026 Public Safety Special Revenue Fund Budget and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (A/Taylor). 9. Ordinance No. 9 of 2026: An ordinance to amend and reenact section 2-418 of the Shreveport Code of Ordinances relative to eligibility requirements for certification as a small, disadvantaged business enterprise; to update monetary thresholds, align program standards with current federal and state practice, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. 10. Ordinance No. 10 of 2026: Zoning Case No. 25-145-C: An ordinance to approve the amendment of the existing IC, Institutional Campus Conditional Zoning District within the Zoning Map of the UDC, for property located on the northwest corner of Greenwood and Pines Road, to allow the use of retail sales of alcohol, beer, and wine and outdoor dining, and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman) Read by title and as read motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilwoman Taylor, to introduce Ordinance No(s). 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 of 2026, to lay over until the next regular meeting. ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE (NUMBERS ARE ASSIGNED ORDINANCE NUMBERS) 1. Ordinance No. 157 of 2025: Zoning Case No. 25-124-C: An ordinance to deny the amendment of the zoning map of the UDC, by rezoning property located on northwest corner of West 70th Street and Rice Road, from C-4 Heavy Commercial Zoning District to I-1 Light Industrial Zoning District and to otherwise provide with respect thereto. (G/Bowman). Having passed first reading on December 18, 2025, read by title, and on motion, ordered passed to third reading. Read the third time in full and as read motion by Councilwoman Bowman, seconded by Councilman Green, to postpone. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. Ordinances that were adopted, except ordinances that will be published in the Shreveport Code Ordinances, including the Shreveport Unified Development Code, are as follows: TABLED LEGISLATION ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS: APPEALS PROPERTY STANDARDS APPEALS: NONE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE ORDINANCE APPEALS: NONE METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION AND ZBA APPEALS: Case No. 24-213-C: Appeal by Ronald J. Miciotto, on behalf of Forbing Bluff Timber Company & Ruth Norton, for 9500 blk Ellerbe Rd, Special Use Permit & Site Plan, for Altar Group/Take 5 Oil Change, vehicle repair & drive-through (D/Boucher) Motion by Councilman Green, seconded by Councilman Boucher, to uphold the appeal. Councilman Boucher: I want to go on the record just real quick saying that Im very pro- business. I want businesses in my district, but the questions that the majority of the council have raised about this have made me think. So, I think were ready to vote. Motion approved by the following vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Taylor, Councilmen Brooks, Taliaferro, Boucher, Jackson, Green and Councilwoman Bowman. 7. Nays: 0. Out of the Chamber: 0. Absent: 0. Abstentions: 0. OTHER APPEALS SOB APPEALS: NONE TAXI APPEALS: NONE REPORTS FROM OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES CLERKS REPORT: NONE ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS: ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the council, the city council meeting adjourned at 5:29 p.m. //s// Tabatha Taylor, Chairwoman //s// LaTonya Bogan, Clerk of Council 2/17/26 ($810.68)

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Shreveport proposes to take final action on the following Resolutions and Ordinances Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., in the Government Chamber at Government Plaza, (505 Travis Street). Any rescheduling of the meeting or transition to a video/telephone conference will be announced by official notice. RESOLUTION NO. 8 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT TO SIGN A CONSENT OF THE ASSIGNMENT BY CITIZEN ACQUISITIONS, LLC OF AN OIL AND GAS LEASE TO SILVER CREEK ENERGY III, LLC, AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport (the City), entered in an Oil and Gas lease (the Lease) with Citizen Acquisitions, LLC (Citizen), which was recorded in the Conveyance Records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana under Instrument No. 2889888, effective May 11, 2022; and WHEREAS, effective February 1, 2025, Citizen assigned a portion of its interest in the Lease, on a wellbore-only basis, to Silver Creek Energy III, LLC (Silver Creek), said Assignment being recorded as Instrument No. 3001156 in the Public Records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the terms of the Lease, the City has received a written request from Citizen, seeking the Citys written consent of the Citys approval of the Assignment; and WHEREAS, to the extent required under the Lease, a waiver from the City of any requirements for obtaining such consent, including, without limitation of any right, if any, the City may have to receive any further disclosures of information concerning the details of the Assignment of interest in the Lease; and WHEREAS, the Assignment was made subject to all the terms and conditions of the Lease; and WHEREAS, Silver Creek Energy III, LLC accepts the Citys approval of the Assignment subject to all obligations under the Lease; and WHEREAS, the Citys approval of the Lease Assignment shall not constitute a waiver of any provision of the Lease; and WHEREAS, the assigned interest may not be further assigned to any third party without written approval from the City, pursuant to the terms of the Lease. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana, in due, legal, and regular session convened, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign the consent of approval to the assignment of the oil and gas lease from Citizen Acquisitions, LLC to Silver Creek Energy III, LLC. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or portion of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or application, and to this end, the provisions of this Resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions, ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective in accordance with the provisions of Shreveport City Charter Section 4.23. THUS, DONE AND RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana. RESOLUTION NO. 9 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COOPERATIVE ENDEAVOR AGREEMENT WITH THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL AND THE STATE OF LOUISIANA AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, Article VII Section 14 of the Louisiana Constitution states for a public purpose, the State and it political subdivisions or political corporations may engage in cooperative endeavor agreements with each other, with the United States or its Agencies or with any public or private association corporation or individual. WHEREAS, the Louisiana Department of Corrections, Public Safety Services, Office of the State Fire Marshal, and the State of Louisiana (Agency) and Louisiana Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Task Force 3 desire to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA)that serves a public purpose by increasing emergency response and rescue capabilities to protect citizens and WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport Fire Department operates the Louisiana Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Task Force 3 comprised of local first responder departments; and WHEREAS, Agency budget includes a $250,000.00 line-item appropriation to fund the necessary equipment; and WHEREAS, the CEA allows the Agency and USAR Task Force 3 to expend these funds to equip and maintain USAR Task Force 3 as a FEMA NQS Type II USAR equipment cache and fund, and equip USAR Task Force 3 to the level of a FEMA NQS TYPE I Swift/flood search and rescue team; WHEREAS, the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement is for a one-year term (July 1, 2025- June 30, 2026). NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, regular, and legal session convened, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the Louisiana Department of Corrections, Public Safety Services, Office of the State Fire Marshal, and the State of Louisiana (Agency) and the Louisiana Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Task Force 3 (City of Shreveport Fire Department) substantially in accordance with the draft thereof filed for public inspection with the original of this resolution in the Office of the Clerk of Council on January 22, 2026. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provisions or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications; and, to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. RESOLUTION NO. 14 OF 2026 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN ENTITY/STATE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT AND THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the City of Shreveport and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) desire to cooperate in the delivery of the project as described herein; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened, that Tom Arceneaux, Mayor, be and is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Shreveport an Entity/State agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) titled US 171: PED Improvements (Shreveport), State Project No. H.016438 and Federal Project No. H016438. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provisions or items of this resolution or the application thereof are held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all ordinances or resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. THUS DONE AND RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana ORDINANCE NO. 1 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA, 2026 CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND BUDGET, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS AUTHORIZED HEREIN AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO. WHEREAS, the City Council provides for the amendment of any previously adopted budget, and WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to amend the 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget to adjust appropriations and for other purposes. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in due, regular and legal session convened, that Ordinance No. 113 of 2025, the 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget, be further amended and re-enacted as follows: In Program A (Building and Improvements): Increase Project A22005, Fire Station 15 Relocation, by $100,000. Funding Source is 2021 GOB Prop #1 Adjust totals and subtotals accordingly. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the remainder of Ordinance 113 of 2025, as amended, shall remain in full force and effect. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that is any provisions or item of this ordinance or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications; and, to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. ORDINANCE NO. 8 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2026 PUBLIC SAFETY SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO BY: COUNCILWOMAN TAYLOR WHEREAS, the City Charter provides for the amendment of any previously adopted budget; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to amend the 2026 budget for the Public Safety Special Revenue Fund to adjust appropriations, reflect current revenue estimates and for other purposes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, in legal session convened, that Ordinance No. 132 of 2025, the 2026 budget for the Public Safety Special Revenue Fund, is hereby amended as follows: In Section 2 (Appropriations): General Government Decrease Improvements and Equipment By $30,000 Increase Contractual Services By $30,000 Adjust totals and subtotals accordingly. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the remainder of Ordinance No. 132 of 2025 shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provisions or items of this ordinance or the application thereof are held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared severable. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. THUS DONE AND RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana. 2/17/26 ($247.37)

The following resolution was offered by Mary Trammel and seconded by Barry Rachel: RESOLUTION A resolution recognizing the final form and execution of the Bond Purchase Agreement in connection with the issuance and sale of $21,300,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2026, of the Parishwide School District of Caddo Parish, Louisiana, and providing for other matters in connection therewith. WHEREAS, the Parish School Board of the Parish of Caddo, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority (the "Governing Authority") of the Parishwide School District of Caddo Parish, Louisiana (the "Issuer"), adopted a resolution on November 18, 2025 (the "Bond Resolution"), authorizing the issuance of Twenty-One Million Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($21,300,000) of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2026, of the Issuer (the "Bonds"); and WHEREAS, the Secretary-Superintendent of the Governing Authority has executed the Bond Purchase Agreement as authorized by the Bond Resolution; and WHEREAS, a copy of the executed Bond Purchase Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, this Governing Authority hereby finds and determines that the terms of the Bonds are within the parameters permitted by the Bond Resolution; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Caddo, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of the Parishwide School District of Caddo Parish, Louisiana, that: SECTION 1. Confirmation of Bond Purchase Agreement. The sale of the Bonds has met the parameters set forth in the Bond Resolution, and accordingly the terms of the Bonds contained in the Bond Purchase Agreement are incorporated herein, and the Bond Purchase Agreement is hereby accepted as executed and attached as Exhibit A hereto. Capitalized terms used but not defined herein shall have the meaning given such terms in the Bond Resolution. SECTION 2. Official Statement. The Issuer hereby approves the form and content of the final Official Statement pertaining to the Bonds, which has been submitted to the Issuer, and hereby ratifies its execution by the Executive Officers and the delivery of such final Official Statement to the Underwriter for use in connection with the public offering of the Bonds. SECTION 3. Deposit of Premium. The premium to be received by the Issuer upon the delivery of the Bonds shall be deposited in the construction fund to be established pursuant to Section 11 of the Bond Resolution and used to pay costs associated with any purpose for which the Bonds are being issued. SECTION 4. Execution of Documents. The Executive Officers are hereby empowered, authorized and directed to take any and all action and to execute and deliver any instrument, document or certificate necessary to effectuate the purposes of this resolution and the Bond Resolution. If at any time of the execution of any such documents the President or Secretary is absent or otherwise unavailable to sign, the Vice-President shall be expressly authorized to execute such documents on behalf of the Governing Authority. SECTION 5. Repealing Clause. All resolutions, or parts thereof, in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. SECTION 6. Effective Date. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. The foregoing resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows: School BoardMembers Yea Steve Umling Jasmine Green Dr. Terence Vinson Don Little Mary Trammel Jerry Bowman, Jr. Jeri Bowen Barry Rachal Jessica Yeates Dottie Bell Nay Absent Dr. Bonita Douzart Katie McLain Abstaining And this resolution was declared adopted on this, the 20th day of January, 2026. /s/ Keith Burton Secretary-Superintendent /s/ Don Little President Exhibits to this resolution have not been published. Exhibits are on file with the minutes of the Caddo Parish School Board and are available for inspection during regular business hours. 12078448 2/17/26 ($116.69)

CITY OF MONROE PLANNING & ZONING NOTICE is hereby given that a Regular Public Hearing will be held by the Monroe PlanningCommission for the City of Monroe on March 9, 2026, in the Council Chambers, First Floor,City Hall, Monroe, Louisiana at 5:30 p.m. to consider the following case(s): 1. APPLICANT: Lexicon, Inc (Steel Fabricators of Monroe) REV 102-25 This is a request to revoke a 53 wide by 931 long alley (approximately), located north of Booth Street, south of Turner Street, east of Booth Street and west of Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. This request is to allow the applicant to provide safety during normal business operations. 2. APPLICANT: Copes Towing REV 100-26 This is a request to revoke a 15 wide by 300 long alley (approximately), located north of Peach Street, south of Apple Street, east of Jackson Street and west of Railroad Avenue. (1715 Jackson Street) The request for closure of the space would enhance both security and spatial efficiency for the existing business and neighboring property owners. 3. APPLICANT: Law Office of Breshatta Davis CUP 100-26 This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (Major) to allow on-premises alcohol sales, for a new restaurant bar, in the B-2 (Neighborhood Business) District. The property is located at 1207 DeSiard Street. 4. APPLICANT: Martin Engineering Services ANX 100-26 This is a request for annexation of an approximately 27.75-acre tract of land, more or less, located north of Buckhorn Bend Road, south of S. Riverfront Street, east of the Ouachita River (levee) and west of Jackson Street. 5. APPLICANT: Martin Engineering Services MA 100-26 This is a request for the zoning of an approximately 27.75-acre tract of land, more or less, from the OS (Open Space) District to the R-1 (Single Family Residence) District, to create a single-family residential development. The property is located north of Buckhorn Bend Road, south of Riverfront Street, east of the Ouachita River (levee) and west of Jackson Street. All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard. The proposed Ordinancesare on file and open to the public for inspection in the office of the Monroe Planning Commission,1401 Stubbs Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana. Alyeasha C. Adams, P & Z Sr. Planner Planning Commission 12082732 2/17 2/18 2/19/26 ($549.57)

Louisianas Cajun Bayou Visitor Center 4484 Hwy 1, Raceland, LA 70394 Special Called Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Friday, January 23, 2026, at 5:00 pm The meeting was called to order at 5:00 pm Members Present: Marguerite Knight-Erwin, Chair Donnell Zeringue Zina Sampey Kyle Williams Members Absent: Monique Crochet, Vice Chair Jeremy Punch, Secretary/Treasurer Walton Guidry Joshua Falgoust William McKee Staff Present: Cody Gray, President & CEO Brandi Hebert, Finance/Operations Manager Public Present: Upon roll call, Mrs. Knight-Erwin announced that a quorum was not present, Therefore, no official business was conducted. Approval of Agenda: Public Acknowledgments/Comment: New Business: Mr. Gray announced that he will be stepping down as President/CEO of Louisianas Cajun Bayou Tourism effective February 20, 2026, and taking the position of Executive Director for the Columbia County Tourist Development Council in Lake City, Florida. He thanked the board for the opportunity to lead Lafourche Parish for the last six years. The board expressed sincere gratitude to Mr. Gray for his leadership and wished him continued success as he embarks on a new tourism role in Florida. Mrs. Knight-Erwin announced that the board of directors will conduct a thorough search to find a new tourism director for Lafourche Parish. General Discussion: Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 pm. Minutes were approved on ____. The undersigned confirms the accuracy and proper approval of minutes. __________________ Chair 12086496 2/17/26 ($50.85)