PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF PATTERSON PLANNING & ZONING NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING April 27, 2026 A Public Meeting will be held as follows: DATE: Monday, April 27, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM PLACE OF MEETING: City Hall, Council Meeting Room 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana AGENDA ********** 1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIRPERSON 2) INVOCATION 3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4) ROLL CALL 5) PUBLIC COMMENT Public notice Variance request public hearing 117 Bernard St. Patterson, Louisiana A Public hearing for a zoning variance request to allow a C1 business, “pet boarding” on property zoned R2 Mixed residential.” Public hearing will be held on April 27, 2026, at 6 PM at City Hall. ANY AND ALL BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL WITH THEIR UNANIMOUS CONSENT ADJOURN Cedric Wilson, Chairman 1314 Main Street Patterson, LA 70392 In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Midge Bourgeois at 985-395-5205, describing the assistance that is necessary. “City of Patterson is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer” Adv. April 22 and 24, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OFFICIAL JOURNAL PROPOSALS The St. Mary Parish School Board will accept proposals from every newspaper in the Parish to serve as Official Journal for the School Board for the year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. The proposals will be opened at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the School Board Central Office Complex, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana. Alaina L. Black President Rachael Sanders, Ed. D. Interim Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent of Operations Adv. April 8, 15 and 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL BOARD FISCAL AGENT PROPOSALS The St. Mary Parish School Board will accept proposals from financial institutions domiciled in St. Mary Parish to serve as the fiscal agent for the School Board for a two year period commencing on July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2028. The proposals will be opened at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the School Board Central Office Complex, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana. Alaina L. Black President Rachael Sanders, Ed. D. Interim Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent of Operations Adv. April 8, 15 and 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Ochsner St. Mary Ochsner St. Mary – AHU Replacements Sealed bids will be received Ochsner St. Mary – AHU Replacements at: Ochsner St. Mary, Attn: John Babin 1125 Marguerite St, Morgan City, LA 70380, PROJECT NUMBER: 2602801 or via Central Auction House. A general description of the project: - (8) Existing air handling units (AHU’s) shall be replaced. All associated ductwork, piping, and electrical shall be modified as required to facilitate new. - Direct digital controls shall be extended to new AHU’s and integrated into the building automation system. The bid date will be Thursday May 14, 2026 at 2:00 pm CST. Any bid received after this time will be re- turned unopened. The Contractor shall hold a Louisiana Contractor’s license in Mechanical work. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid bond, certified check or cashier’s check for an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total base bid. An executed affidavit must be submitted prior to bid award. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Complete Bid Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.cityblueprint.com. Printed copies are not available from the Designer, but arrangements can be made to obtain them through most reprographic firms. Plan holders are responsible for their own reproduction costs. Questions about this procedure shall be directed to the Designer at: YKH Consulting, LLC, 3701 Hessmer Ave, Metairie, LA 70002, PHONE (504) 264-5111 or jgaron@ykhconsulting.com. Bids may also be submitted electronically by going to www.centralauctionhouse.com. Contractors opting to submit an electronic bid will be required to register on the website and pay a one-time annual service fee for this service. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a performance and payment bond written by a company licensed to do business in Louisiana, in an amount equal to 100% of the contract amount. A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING WILL BE HELD at 9:30 am on Friday April 24, 2026 at the Ochsner St. Mary Maintenance office 1125 Marguerite St, Morgan City, LA 70380. Adv. April 8, 15 and 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Morgan City Council (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “City”), on February 24, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the City on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the City qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit: CHARTER AMENDMENT PROPOSITION Shall Section 2-01 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of Morgan City be amended to provide for term limits for members of the Morgan City Council and to provide that such councilmembers must be legal residents of the districts from which elected, all as set forth in Ordinance No. 26-02 adopted by the Morgan City Council on February 24, 2026? The said special election shall be held at the polling places for the following precincts, which polls will open at seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, to wit: PRECINCTS 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42(PART) 43(PART) The polling places for the precincts set forth above are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law. The estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $30,100. The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the City Court Building, 7261 Hwy. 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026, at 6:00 P.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of the said special election. All registered voters of the City are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used. Adv. April 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Recreation District No. 4 of the Parish of St. Mary Minutes of Meeting March 18, 2026 Members Present: LaGenia Bradford, Edward Austin, Vincent Byrd Members Ab- sent: William Miller Others Present: Barry Dufrene, Andrew Bienvenu, Jerry Boyles Mrs. Bradford opened the regular meeting leading the Board in the pledge of allegiance. The minutes of the regular meeting held on February 18, 2026, were reviewed. Mr. Austin made a motion to accept the minutes. Mr. Byrd seconded the motion. The motion passed. Mr. Dufrene presented and re- viewed the financial statements presented to the Board. A motion to accept the report was made by Mr. Byrd and seconded by Mr. Austin. The motion passed. Mr. Austin made a motion to pay outstanding invoices. Mrs. Bradford seconded the motion. Mr. Austin and Mrs. Bradford voted yes. Mr. Byrd abstained. The motion passed. Mr. Boyles presented his report. Trees in the front of the building had to be trimmed. They have added an abatement program for the infiltration of wasps into the building. The increase in labor cost is due to additional repairs and maintenance to District’s equipment and building. Repairs of the sprinkler system in the District’s building will begin when the parts arrive. The Board agreed to return a deposit for a rental outside of its normal policy. Mr. Bienvenu gave a report on the recreation leagues. The biddy basketball season has finished. They hosted a tournament. Participating teams enjoyed the facility. Registration is almost complete for the youth baseball / softball season. Presently, there are 200 registrations. He reported the softball teams will only be playing locally with no travel for after-season tournaments. With there being no other business to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Austin and seconded by Mr. Byrd. The motion passed. ——————— LaGenia Bradford Chairperson ——————— Gabrielle Gil Secretary Treasurer Adv. April 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE RESOLUTION OF RESPECT Resolution No. 09-26 WHEREAS, the Lord Almighty in His Infinite mercy and goodness has seen fit to remove from our midst, Melanie Rauscher, a former Navy Veteran and employee of the Prescott, Virginia Medical Center, an active nature enthusiast who appeared in several “Naked and Afraid” and “XL” outdoor adventure series, and WHEREAS, she was enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served her country in the Iraq War, serving as a Petty Officer 2nd Class on board the U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt CVN-17, and WHEREAS, she had a great sense of humor and was a natural comedian, she often used those characteristics to speak with children about the outdoors and animals both big and small, the children paid close attention to her comments about camping and hiking, this made the children feel more at ease while being in the outdoors, and WHEREAS, she was a natural born outdoor enthusiast, who was selected more than six times to take an active part in keeping the television series a popular program, the local VFW group is recognizing her volunteer work by dedicating a bench in her honor at the Morgan City Lake End Park, and WHEREAS, she will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends, and her memories will be cherished forever, and WHEREAS, the members of the Berwick Town Council wish to acknowledge publicly our sorrow and sympathy to the family of Melanie “Mel” Rauscher and hopes that the family and community will find comfort in the thought that your grief and sorrow are shared by your friends. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Berwick Town Council through the unanimous adoption of this resolution, that we solemnly deliberate with sincere condolences, sympathy, and understanding during this time of grief. ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Berwick Town Council in regular session convened on this the 14th day of April 2026. APPROVED: ——————— DUVAL H. ARTHUR, JR., MAYOR ATTEST: ——————— JAMIE KEITH, CLERK Adv. April 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF PATTERSON NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALL MEETING Thursday – April 23, 2026 5:30 PM City Hall, Council Meeting Room 1314 Main Street, Patterson, Louisiana Notice is hereby given that a Special Call Meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Patterson shall meet on Thursday, April 23, 2026, @ 5:30 PM, City Hall, 1314 Main Street, Council Meeting Room, Patterson, Louisiana, for the following to- wit: Budget Workshop •Discussion on proposed budget for FY 2025-2026 •Discussion on proposed budget for FY 2026-2027 ADJOURNMENT Midge Bourgeois, City Clerk City of Patterson 1314 Main Street Patterson, LA 70392 985-395-5205 In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please call Midge Bourgeois at 985-395-5205 and describe the as- sistance that is necessary. ANY AND ALL BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL WITH THEIR UNANIMOUS CONSENT “City of Patterson is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer” Adv. April 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Ordinance Number 764 This ordinance introduced with first reading on March 10, 2026. Published on March 13, 2026. Public hearing held on April 14, 2026. James Richard offered the following Ordinance, who moved for its adoption. Colleen Askew seconded the motion. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, LOUISIANA, LEVYING AND IMPOSING A TAX OF TWELVE AND EIGHTY-EIGHT ONE HUNDREDTH (12.88) MILLS ON THE PROPERTY IN SAID TOWN FOR THE YEAR 2026 FOR THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF ORDINARY MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS AND THE LEVYING AND IMPOSING OF A TAX OF SIX (6.00) MILLS FOR ACQUIRING AND MAINTAINING RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS, PROGRAMS, AND FACILITIES; ACQUIRING AND MAINTAINING STREETS, ROADS, HIGHWAYS, ALLEYS, SERVITUDES AND RIGHTS OF WAYS; CONSTRUCTING ACQUIRING, EXTENDING, IMPROVING AND MAINTAINING ANY PUBLIC WORKS OR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RECREATIONAL FACILITIES, PUBLIC SAFETY AND POLICE FACILITIES, FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES, TOWN HALL FACILITIES, SEWERAGE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL FACILITIES, WATERWORKS, WATER AND FLOOD CONTROL EXTENSIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS, PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITIES, STREETS, ROADS, SIDEWALKS AND BRIDGES, AND CEMETERY FACILITIES IN THE TOWN AUTHORIZED BY THE TAX ELECTION HELD ON MAY 4, 2002. BE IT ORDAIN-ED by the Mayor and Council, the governing authority of the municipal corporation of the Town of Berwick, Louisiana in regular session convened this 10th day of March, 2026. SECTION 1. That an annual ad valorem tax of twelve and eighty-eight one hundredth (12.88) mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all the taxable property in the Town of Berwick, Louisiana, be and the same is hereby levied, assessed and im- posed on all said property for the year 2026 for the General Fund for the purpose of ordinary municipal operation. SECTION 2. That a special annual ad valorem tax of six (6.00) mills on the dollar of the assessed valuation of all the taxable property in the Town of Berwick, Louisiana, for the year 2026, be and the same is hereby levied, assessed and im- posed on all of said property for the purpose of acquiring and maintaining recreation im- provements, programs, and facilities; acquiring and maintaining streets, roads, highways, alleys, servitudes and rights of ways; constructing, acquiring, extending, improving and maintaining any public works or capital improvements, including but not limited to recreational facilities, public safety and police facilities, fire protection facilities, town hall facilities, sewerage collection and disposal facilities, waterworks, water and flood control extensions and im- provements, public health facilities, streets, roads, sidewalks and bridges, and cemetery facilities in the Town authorized by the tax election held on May 4, 2002. SECTION 3. That the proper administrative officers of the Town of Berwick, Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized and directed to spread said taxes, as herein above set forth, upon the Assessment Rolls of said Town for the year 2026, and to make the collection of the taxes im- posed for and on behalf of said Town according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all the property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and the collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law. SECTION 4. It is the intention of the Mayor and Council, and it is hereby ordained, that the provisions of this ordinance shall become, and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances, Town of Berwick, Louisiana, and the sections of this Ordinance may be re- numbered to ac- complish such in- tention. All other ordinances, or parts of ordinances, in conflict with this ordinance, are hereby repealed. Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be declared unconstitutional, invalid, or repealed for any reason, the re- mainder of the or- dinance shall not be affected. All provisions of this ordinance are de- clared to be severable and the invalidity of any part of this ordinance shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance. The votes on adoption thereon were as follows: Ayes: James Richard, Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, and Lud Henry Nays: None Absent: Raymond Price Abstain: None Certified, ap- proved and adopted on April 14, 2026. Delivered to Mayor Arthur at 8:00AM, on April 15, 2026. ——————— Jamie Keith – Town Clerk APPROVED ————————. ——————— Duval H. Arthur, Jr. – Mayor

PUBLIC NOTICE Ordinance Number 763 This ordinance introduced with first reading on March 10, 2026. Published on March 13, 2026. Public hearing held on April 14, 2026. Lud Henry offered the following Ordinance, who moved for its adoption. James Richard seconded the motion. AN ORDINANCE LEVYING WITHIN THE TOWN OF BERWICK, STATE OF LOUISIANA, AN ANNUAL CHARGE OF $25.00 FOR THE YEAR 2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 1680.2 OF TITLE 38 OF THE LOUISIANA RE- VISED STATUTES OF 1950, AS AMENDED, PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SAID ANNUAL CHARGE AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION HEREWITH. BE IT ORDAIN-ED, by the governing authority of the Town of Berwick, Louisiana, that the code of ordinances is en- acted to read as follows: WHEREAS, un- der the provisions of Section 1680.2 of Title 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended (the “Act”), and other constitutional and statutory authority, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, the governing authority thereof, is authorized, by voter approval, to levy and collect within the boundaries of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, (the “Town”), an annual charge on a pro-rata basis on each acre of land or portion of an acre within the boundaries of the Town, as the same may now or hereafter exist, for the purpose of constructing, acquiring, maintaining, operating or improving drains, drainage facilities, drainage systems or drainage networks within its boundaries; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of the Act and other constitutional and statutory authority, a special election was held in the Town on Saturday, October 24, 2015, to authorize the levy and collection of an annual charge of Twenty-Five and No/100 Dollars ($25.00) beginning with the year 2016 for a period of twenty (20) years, and said proposition was duly approved by a majority of the qualified electors voting in said election; and WHEREAS, in compliance with the aforesaid statutory authority and the said special election, it is the desire this Mayor and Council to levy said annual charge in said Town in an amount of $25.00 per acre or portion of an acre for the year 2026 and provide for the collection of said annual charge and other matters in connection therewith as hereinafter provided in this ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT OR- DAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, that: SECTION 1. Pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the proposition set forth in a special election held on October 24, 2015, there is hereby levied an annual charge of Twenty -Five and No/100 Dollars ($25.00) for the year 2026, on pro- rata basis on each acre of land or portion of an acre the boundaries of the Town, as the same may now or hereafter exist, for the purpose of constructing, acquiring, maintaining, operating or im- proving drains, drainage, facilities, drainage systems or drainage networks within its boundaries. SECTION 2. Pursuant to the provisions of the Act, the Town is authorized to use any necessary and proper means to collect and enforce the collection of the annual charge. The Clerk be and he is hereby authorized, empowered and directed to carry into effect the provisions of this ordinance to appoint deputies, assistants or agents to assist him in the performance of his duties, and in pursuance thereof to take any and all lawful action in connection with the collection of the annual charge. SECTION 3. A copy of the ordinance shall be promptly furnished to the Assessor of St. Mary Parish and the tax collector of the Town of Berwick so they may perform their functions in connection with the annual charge as provided in R.S. 38:1680.2. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be published in the official journal of this Town in the manner provided by law and shall be effective upon adoption. All other ordinances, or parts of ordinances, in conflict with this ordinance, are hereby repealed. Should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be declared unconstitutional, invalid, or repealed for any reason, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected. All provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable and the invalidity of any part of this ordinance shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items, or applications of this ordinance. The votes on adoption thereon were as follows: Ayes: James Richard, Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, and Lud Henry Nays: None Absent: Raymond Price Abstain: None Certified, approved and adopted on April 14, 2026. Delivered to Mayor Arthur at 8:00 AM, on April 15, 2026. ——————— Jamie Keith – Town Clerk APPROVED ————————. ——————— Duval H. Arthur, Jr. – Mayor Adv. April 22, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE PROCEEDINGS OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERWICK, STATE OF LOUISIANA TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY April 14, 2026 The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at their regular meeting place, the Town Hall, Berwick, Louisiana, Tuesday April 14, 2026, at six (6:00) o’clock p.m. There were present: Council members Colleen As- kew, Lud Henry, Kevin Hebert, and James Richard. Absent: Raymond Price Police Chief Jonothan Henry led the prayer. Councilwoman Colleen Askew led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berwick, State of Louisiana were duly convened as the governing authority of said Town, led by the Honorable Duval Arthur Jr, Mayor, who then stated that the Mayor and Council were ready for the transaction of business. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved without reading upon motion James Richard and seconded by Lud Henry. The Treasurer’s report, having been reviewed, was approved without reading upon motion by Kevin Hebert and seconded by Lud Henry. The Beacon did not shine on anyone this month. Guest for the April 2026 meeting was Ms. Beverly Domengeaux from St. Mary Council on Aging. She had nothing new to report. Police Chief Jonothan Henry presented the police report for March, 2026. Chief Henry stated that things have been running smoothly within the department. Officers handled 286 complaints, issued 305 citations, and made 17 arrests. Chief also stated that he has been working on several grants and funding opportunities for the department and hope to be able to secure them in order to purchase new equipment. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Fire report. Fire Chief Jody Acosta presented the fire report for March, 2026. Chief Acosta stated that the fire department responded to 9 emergency calls, which included 1 mutual aid (working structure fire), 1 vehicle fire, 3 MVA, 1 fire alarm, and 3medical calls. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, the Public Works re- port. Public Works Director Rafael Lopez presented the public works report for March, 2026. After no comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, consulting engineer’s report. Town Engineer Mr. Reid Miller had nothing to report and was not present. The mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, committee reports. The Economic Development, Recreation, and Public Safety Committees had nothing to report. The Historical Committee reported that they have several exhibits that will be added to the museum and have started releasing archived Berwick history through their Facebook page. They also recently received a grant for $8,200 from the State of Louisiana. The Planning and Zoning Committee presented the March, 2026 report. The committee recently held a public hearing for an application for re-division of property located at 3402 Highway 182, Berwick, Louisiana which is owned by Southern Equestrian Stables, LLC. The property would be divided into 5 tracts and will remain as R-1 Residential. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the re-division was approved by a unanimous roll call vote. After no further comments, the mayor moved on to the next item on the agenda, Public Hearings. The Public hearing was called to order at 6:15pm. Item No. 1 under Public Hearings - Ordinance No. 763 – Set Drainage Fee for 2026. With no comments from the council and audience, Mayor Arthur closed the public hearing. Item No. 2 under Public Hearings - Ordinance No. 764 – Set Millage Rates for 2026. With no comments from the council and audience, Mayor Arthur closed the public hearing. Item No. 1 under Ordinances Introduce/Adopt – Adopt Ordinance No. 763 – Set Drainage Fee for 2026 – Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the ordinance was adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 2 under Ordinances Introduce/Adopt – In- troduce Ordinance No. 764 – Set Millage Rates for 2026 – Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Colleen Askew, the ordinance was adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 1 under Resolutions/Proclamations – Proclamation No. 01-26 – Autism Awareness – Tiffany Wilson. Ms. Wilson was not in attendance and did not provide the proclamation. Item No. 2 under Resolutions/Proclamations – Resolution No. 09-26 – Resolution of Respect for Melanie Rauscher. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Lud Henry, the resolution was approved unanimously. Item No. 1 under New Business – Condemnation Proceedings Condemnation of the following: 3217 2nd Street, Berwick, Louisiana – A correction was noted that the proper address should be 3215 2nd Street, Berwick, Louisiana. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by James Richard, the condemnation was ap- proved by a unanimous roll call vote. 715 California Street, Berwick, Louisiana – Upon motion by Colleen Askew and seconded by James Richard, the condemnation was ap- proved by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 2 under New Business – Kelly Cantu – Chez Hope – Do Your Thing with a Wing Fundraiser – May 2, 2026. Ms. Cantu came to extend an invitation to the Town of Berwick to attend or participate in their upcoming fundraiser. The event, “Do Your Thing with a Chicken Wing” will take place on May 2, 2026 on the Teche in Downtown Franklin. Item No. 3 under New Business – Cassie Belknap – Request for a stop sign at Knight/6th Street. Ms. Belknap stated that there is an ongoing problem on 6th Street with vehicles traveling at speeds up to 45MPH while there are children on the street. She expressed her concern and requested a stop sign or speed bumps be installed. After much discussion the mayor advised that he will look into the situation and try to figure out a solution by working with Police Chief Henry. Item No. 4 under New Business – Love the Boot – April 18, 2026. There will be a “Love the Boot” cleanup on April 18, 2026 at the Berwick Cemetery staring at 9:00am. The public is invited to come and participate. Item No. 5 under New Business – Claudia Boudreaux – VFW Patterson Memorial Post 12182 – Can Shake – May 9, 2026. The VFW is seeking approval to hold a can shake on Highway 182 near Stazione’s on May 9, 2026. Upon motion by Kevin Hebert and seconded by James Richard the request was ap- proved unanimously. Item No. 6 under New Business – Approve Payment FPC-111266 No. 4 - to Insituform Technologies, LLC for $8,190.00 – Sewer Rehab Project - 4th, 6th, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets - $400,000 Grant. Upon motion by Lud Henry and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the payment was approved by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 7 under New Business – Approve Substantial Completion of Project No. FPC-111266 to Insituform Technologies, LLC - Sewer Re- hab Project - 4th, 6th, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets - $400,000 Grant. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Colleen Askew, the substantial completion was ap- proved by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 8 under New Business – Approve Payment CEA-111266 No. 3 - to Insituform Technologies, LLC for $117,216.90 – Sewer Rehab Project - 4th, 6th, Texas, Francis & Utah Streets - $200,000 Grant. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Lud Henry, the payment was approved by a unanimous roll call vote. Item No. 9 under New Business – Approve Upgraded Liquor Licenses for 2026 – Pending ATF Approval. a. The Old Building A correction was noted that the license is pending Louisiana Alcohol Control Approval. The Old Building previously held this license, but missed the timeframe to renew it. This will allow The Old Building to serve hard liquor to their guests. Upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert, the license was approved by a unanimous roll call vote. Councilwoman Colleen Askew Recused due to her ownership of the venue. There being no further business to come before the Council, upon motion by James Richard and seconded by Kevin Hebert the motion to adjourn was approved unanimously. ——————— Duval H. Arthur Jr – Mayor ——————— Jamie Keith – Town Clerk Adv. April 22, 2026