**** MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BLANCHARD MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 – 11:00 A.M. PRESENT: Mayor Galambos, Alderpersons Lee, Fuller, Roberts, Candy Foshee, Town Clerk Motion made by Lee, second by Roberts, to dispense with formalities. All voted yea. Questions and Statements of Citizens - None NEW BUSINESS Introduction by Title of Ordinance 5 of 2026 - An Ordinance, granting unto Southwestern Electric Power Company, the right, privilege and franchise to acquire, construct, erect, maintain, repair, reconstruct, remove, and operate a system of electric power lines, wires, transformers, communication cables, and other related and necessary or desirable appurtenances in, under, over, across, through, and along all of the present and future streets, avenues, alleys, thoroughfares, roads, highways, sidewalks, bridges and public grounds and public places of the town of Blanchard, Louisiana, for the purpose of transmitting and distributing electric power to the Town and its inhabitants and any other person or persons, firms and corporations for a term of twenty- five years; regulating the use of streets by the company and repair and restoration of the streets disturbed by construction; providing for compensation to be paid to the Town; providing that this franchise shall not be exclusive; providing the company’s obligations to furnish efficient service; providing for indemnity by the company to the town; making miscellaneous provisions relative to this grant of franchise; providing for acceptance by company; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. Mayor Galambos introduced Ordinance 5 of 2026 by title only There being no further business, Roberts made motion to adjourn, second by Lee. All voted yea. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10. Jim Galambos, Mayor Candy Foshee, Town Clerk.

**** RESOLUTION # 4 OF 2026 OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE TOWN OF VIVIAN, LOUISIANA On a motion duly made by Alderman Samuel Hodge and seconded by Alderman Raymond Williams the following resolution was adopted at a Special Called Meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the TOWN OF VIVIAN, held at Town Hall Meeting Room located at 112 W. Alabama, Vivian, LA, on February 12, 2026, pursuant to due notice according to the law and open to the public, at which meeting a quorum of the members of the Board of Aldermen were present: WHEREAS the following movable property belongs to the TOWN OF VIVIAN: Quantity - 1 (one) / Description of property - GRAVELY TREKER Side-by-Side ATV, Year: 2009, Hours: 392 / VIN # - A7A9614139A000167 / Minimum Bid - $2,500.00 (two-thousand, five hundred dollars) WHEREAS, the above property is no longer being used by the TOWN OF VIVIAN. BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Board of Aldermen hereby declare said property to be considered surplus property with a value as stated above by the TOWN OF VIVIAN, and no longer needed for a public purpose; with said Side-by-Side to be sold to the highest bidder and/if no bids are received through the bid process, it is in the best interests of the Town to authorize the Mayor to negotiate and convey the surplus property to an individual or entity under such terms and conditions as the Mayor deems fit and in the best interest of the Town. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that due to the fact that the property has no use by the TOWN OF VIVIAN, the said property shall be sold to the highest bidder. The highest bidder must meet or exceed the minimum price. Bids on the property will be accepted until 12:00 noon on Wednesday the 11th day of March, 2026, and opened immediately following the 12:00 noon bid acceptance deadline. Any/all bids shall be submitted in writing to the Vivian Town Hall located at 112 W. Alabama, Vivian, LA 71082, attn: Town Clerk. Any successful bidder shall pick up and remove the surplus property from the site within 2 days after the bill of sale is signed and executed. All payments shall be made to the TOWN OF VIVIAN by certified funds. Payment will be required upon acceptance of the bid within twenty-four (24) hours. Failure to complete the process and/or make payment will result in the bid being awarded to the next highest bidder. The property is located at the Vivian barn located in Vivian, Louisiana. Any interested party who wants to view the property will need to contact the Town Hall at 318-375-3856 to set up a time to view and inspect the property. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the TOWN OF VIVIAN, shall have the authority to sign and execute all bills of sales, acts of transfer(s) or other documents that may be needed in order to sale, transfer or dispose of the above referred to property containing such terms as he in his sole judgment deems advisable, to receive and receipt for the proceeds thereof and to do any and all things as shall, in his sole discretion and judgment, be appropriate and desirable to accomplish the foregoing, containing such terms as he in his sole judgment deems advisable to accomplish the foregoing. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall be published once at least 15 days prior to the date of sale in the Town’s Official Journal. The following vote was received by the Vivian Board of Alderman as follows: AYES – 4 (four) Martin, Hodge, Williams & Green, Jr.; NAYS – 0 (zero); ABSENT – 1 (one) Alexander THUS DONE AND SIGNED in Vivian on February 12, 2026. Ronnie Festavan- Mayor Kellie Morris- Town Clerk C E R T I F I C A T E I, the undersigned, being the duly elected and acting Town Attorney of TOWN OF VIVIAN hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution duly and unanimously adopted by the Board of Aldermen of the TOWN OF VIVIAN on February 12, 2026. I further certify that according to the minute book of the TOWN OF VIVIAN which is in my possession the foregoing resolution has not been revoked, rescinded, or amended, directly or by inference to this date. Vivian, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, on February 12, 2026. Kellie Morris TOWN CLERK, TOWN OF VIVIAN mmm **** TOWN OF OIL CITY MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC HEARING & REGULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2026 Present: Mayor Cheryl Clifton Driskell, Aldermen Jackson, Frieson, Barkschat and Town Clerk Veronica Brown, Chief of Police Laing and members of the Public Absent: Town Attorney Doug Dominic, Aldermen Clifton and Jones There was a quorum Mayor Cheryl called the meeting to order 6:00 pm, Alderman Bsrkschat then led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Convene in Public Hearing: A motion was made by Alderman Jackson, seconded by Alderman Barkschat to convene into a Public Hearing. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING: The purpose of the public hearing is for the adoption of the following Ordinance(s), the title of which are hereinafter set forth, to wit: ORDINANCE No. 15 of 2025 ORDINANCE NO. 15 of 2025 TITLE: TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO 3 OF 2025, THAT BEING AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF OIL CITY PUBLIC COMMENTS: NONE Adjourn to Regular Session Meeting: A motion was made by Alderman Jackson, seconded by Alderman Barkschat to adjourn to the Regular Session. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Approval of Agenda: A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Frieson to approve the Agenda. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS: There were no public comments on agenda items Mayor’s Report: Mayor Cheryl gave updates on the upcoming Gusher Days 05/02/2026 & Easter Egg Hunt 04/04/2026 Staff Reports: Police Department- No use of force incidents for the month of December, updates on perspective new hires Water/Sewer Department- Mayor Cheryl gave update on new part time employees Fire District 7- Ms Neicy Bass reported there is a burn ban in effect & preparation for the freeze Approval of Minutes: December 9, 2025 A motion was made by Alderman Frieson, seconded by Alderman Jackson to approve the Minutes. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. December 16, 2025 A motion was made by Alderman Frieson, seconded by Alderman Jackson to approve the Minutes. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Approval of Financials: December 2025 A motion was made by Alderman Jackson, seconded by Alderman Barkschat to approve the Financials. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 1. ORDINANCE NO. 15 of 2025 TITLE: TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO 3 OF 2025, THAT BEING AN ORDINANCE TO SET THE SALARY OF THE MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF OIL CITY (Final Passage) Town Clerk, Veronica Brown read the Ordinance by title and explained the amendment would allow the Mayor and her family to be eligible for benefits which is offered to full time employees. WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen of the Town of Oil City, Parish of Caddo, State of Louisiana have reviewed the 2025 FY Budget; THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of Oil City that the salary of the Mayor of the Town of Oil City is currently $30,000 per year. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED the effective immediately the mayor shall be afforded any benefits that are offered to the full time employees of the town.. First Reading: December 16, 2025 – Introduced and read by title and approved as read and set for Public Hearing on January 20, 2026, on motion by Alderman Frieson, seconded by Alderman Jackson. Second Reading: January 20, 2026 – Having been approved on the first reading on December 16, 2025 and after publication of notice and a public hearing, was read by title, with motion to approve as read by Alderman Frieson, seconded by Alderman Barkschat . YEAS: NAYS: (3) Jackson, Frieson, Barkschat (0) ABSENT: (2) Jones, Clifton ABSTAIN: (0) THUS DONE, ORDAINED AND ESTABLISHED by the Board of Alderman of the Town of Oil City, Louisiana at a meeting of said public body duly held and conducted on, January 20, 2026 in the Municipal Complex of the Town of Oil City. Resolution No. 1 of 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A LETTER OF ENGAGEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE TOWN OF OIL CITY FOR AN AUDIT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 Town Clerk, Veronica Brown read the resolution by title and explained this is to cover the 2025 audit year. A motion was made by Alderman Jones, seconded by Alderman Frieson to approve the Agenda. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 3. a. b. Approval to surplus two vehicles: 2012 Chevrolet Caprice- VIN #6G1MK5U30CL651737 2011 Ford Crown Victoria- VIN #2FABP7BV7BX159744 A motion was made by Alderman Jackson, seconded by Alderman Frieson to approve the surplus request. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. 4. Approval of Bulk Water Policy for the Water Department A motion was made by Alderman Jackson, seconded by Alderman Frieson to approve the bulk water policy. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Public Comments on non-agenda items: NONE Adjourn: There being no further business, a motion was made by Alderman Jackson and seconded by Alderman Barkschat the meeting was adjourned at 6:25 pm. Next meeting to be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. for a Regular Session of the Board of Aldermen. All meetings held in the Town Hall Chambers Cheryl Clifton Driskell, Mayor Veronica Brown LCMC, Clerk **** VILLAGE OF BELCHER MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM Present: Mayor Jennifer Fant, Aldermen Brantly, Crain and Scurlock, Village Clerk Dianna White, Police Chief Major Fant and members of the Public Absent: NONE There was a quorum Mayor Fant called the meeting to order 6:00 pm, Police Chief Fant then led the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Agenda: A motion was made by Alderman Scurlock, seconded by Alderman Brantly to approve the agenda. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote Approval of Minutes: Special Session- December 29, 2025 A motion was made by Alderman Scurlock, seconded by Alderman Crain to approve the Minutes. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote Regular Session- January 5, 2026 A motion was made by Alderman Crain, seconded by Alderman Brantly to approve the Minutes. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote Approval of Expense/Revenue: January 2026 A motion was made by Alderman Scurlock to approve the Financials, seconded by Alderman Brantly. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Public Comments on Non- Agenda Items : None 1. Motion to have fence replaced around the water well at Belcher’s Veteran Memorial A motion was made by Alderman Scurlock to table this project, seconded by Alderman Brantly. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote. Adjourn: There being no further business, a motion was made by Alderman Scurlock and seconded by Alderman Crain the meeting was adjourned at 6:18 pm. Next meeting to be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. for a Regular Session of the Board of Aldermen. All meetings held in the Town Hall Chambers STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF CADDO I, THE UNDERSIGNED Village Clerk of the Village of Belcher, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the minutes of the Regular Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Village of Belcher for February 2, 2026 This the 16th day of February, 2026 Dianne White, Village Clerk

**** VILLAGE OF HOSSTON NOTICE OF SALE ON SURPLUS PROPERTY Sealed proposals for the Sale of Surplus Office Furniture will be received by the Village of Hosston, 15669 US Highway 71, Hosston, Louisiana, 71043 at the Village Hall no later than March 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M., and thereafter will be publicly opened and read on March 17, 2026. Items include: holder 1 large wooden desk (5’ long x 4’8” wide) and 1 wooden magazine All proposals must be submitted to the town clerk, in a sealed envelope with the name of bidder on the outside of the envelope. Any proposals received with bid amount on the outside of the envelope will be discarded. Any questions can be directed to the town clerk at 318-287-3225. The Village right is reserved to postpone making the award for a reasonable length of time, to reject any and all bids, or to waive irregularities not affecting substantial rights. Hayden Linn, Town Clerk Published: February 20, 2026

**** Please take notice that RAYMOND GRANT HARRIS has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on RAYMOND GRANT HARRIS is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.

**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED TRUST SERIES INABS 2006-B, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES INABS 2006-B VS. ALICE D. SMITH A/K/A ALICE DAVID SMITH A/K/A ALICE SMITH AND THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF BENNY R. SMITH; Docket No. 661,928; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF BENNY R. SMITH has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on any possible relatives, heirs, or legatees of BENNY R. SMITH is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.

**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: AIRBUD INVESTMENTS, LLC VS. HANNA NICOLE BENTLEY, et al.; Docket No. 657, 637-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that SARA NICOLE BASHAM has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing the whereabouts or having any information on SARA NICOLE BASHAM is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.

**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: REGIONS BANK VS. THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF REAVER MAE EDWARDS NEWSOME, DECEASED, AND NICHOLAS WAYNE NEWSOME; Docket No. 658842; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that THE UNOPENED SUCCESSION OF REAVER MAE EDWARDS NEWSOME AND NICHOLAS WAYNE NEWSOME has been named as a defendant in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing whereabouts or having any information on REAVER MAE NEWSOME AND NICHOLAS WAYNE NEWSOME OR POSSIBLE RELATIVES is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.

**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE CIM TRUST 2021-R1, MORTGAGE BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2021-R1 V. THE OPENED SUCCESSION OF BESSIE J. BOULT (A/K/A BESSIE JEAN BOSTON BOULT, BESSIE JEAN BOSTON BROWN BOULT AND DORIS WYNN (A/K/A DORIS BROWN WYNN) AND DONNA BROWN AND JOYCE COLEMAN AND DERRICK D. BOULT AND WILLIAM G. BOULT, SR AND YOLANDA WILLIAMS (A/K/A YOLANDA BOULT WILLIAMS) AND JACQUELIN HILLS (A/K/A JAQUELIN BOULT HILLS); Docket No. 660426-C; 1st Judicial District Court; Caddo Parish, Louisiana Please take notice that WILLIAM G. BOULT, SR AND YOLANDA WILLIAMS (A/K/A YOLANDA BOULT WILLIAMS) have been named as defendants in the above-styled action. Anyone knowing the whereabouts or having any information on WILLIAM G. BOULT, SR AND YOLANDA WILLIAMS (A/K/A YOLANDA BOULT WILLIAMS) is asked to contact Brainard & Brainard, LLC, (318) 222-6000 as soon as possible.

**** Notice: Any persons having knowledge of the whereabouts of Nakyla Craig, please contact Joseph W. Greenwald, Jr., 7591 Fern Avenue, Suite 1901, Shreveport LA 71105 or at 318-219-7867.

**** Legal Notice: Any persons having knowledge of the whereabouts of Kenesha Walker please contact Joseph W. Greenwald, Jr., 7591 Fern Avenue, Suite 1901, Shreveport LA 71105 or at 318-219-7867.

**** LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT: ABIGAIL LAND HOLDINGS 29, LLC V. HEIRS AND ESTATE OF REGINALD MINOR WARD AND HEIRS AND ESTATE OF PAULINE HARDIN WARD, Docket No. 660678-B, First Judicial District Court, Caddo Parish, Louisiana. Please be advised that the HEIRS AND ESTATE OF REGINALD MINOR WARD and the HEIRS AND ESTATE OF PAULINE HARDIN WARD have been named as defendants in the above-captioned matter. Anyone with information regarding the current whereabouts of any heirs, legatees, successors, or representatives of REGINALD MINOR WARD or PAULINE HARDIN WARD is requested to contact Attorney Taunton Melville, at (318) 200-0897 or Tmelville@MelvilleLawFirm.com.

I am applying to the Commission on Alcoholic Beverage Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Caddo at the following address: 2924 W. 70th Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71108 - Owner: Best Deli & Grocery, Inc. D/b/a Best Deli & Grocery - President - Kais Mosid