Legal Notice WARD 5 WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 1 REGULAR MEETING APRIL 30, 2026 Thursday, April 30, 2026 the Ward 5 Waterworks District No. 1 Board met in regular session at the Lone Pine Fire Department at 6:00 P.M. PRESENT: Don Deville, President Maxie Johnson, Secretary Hope Rasmussen, Board Member Charles Strother, Board Member Craig Whittington, Board Member Brian Johnson, Operator The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Don Deville. Motion to open made by Craig Whittington and second by Maxie Johnson. Discussed relocation of water line on Blood Bend Road. Bills for relocation presented and discussed. Motion made by Maxie Johnson and Second by Charles Strother to accept and approve payment. March, 2026 financial statement and bills presented for discussion and approval. Motion made by Charles Strother and second by Craig Whittington to accept and approve payment of operational bills. Next meeting scheduled for May 28, 2026 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Lone Pine Fire Station. Motion made to accept and approve made by Maxie Johnson and second by Hope Rasmussen. Having no further business open for discussion the meeting was adjourned. Motion to adjourn made by Hope Rasmussen and second by Craig Whittington. 050726 Cost is $45.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH POLICE JURY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Evangeline Parish Police Jury, acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Evangeline, State of Louisiana, will conduct a public hearing to consider the call of an election with regard to the renewal of certain ad valorem taxes on June 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., at the Police Jury Meeting Room, Courthouse Building, 200 Court St., Suite 207, Ville Platte, Louisiana. 050726 Cost is $20.00

Legal Notice city of ville platte city owned property for sale prime location! The City of Ville Platte is offering a city-owned property for sale: 109 East Main Street, Ville Platte, LA Located directly across from City Hall and right off Main Street — high visibility with great potential! $ Appraised at $10,000 Interested? Call Candace at 337-363-2939 for details. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in the heart of Ville Platte — please like, share, and spread the word! 050726 051726 Cost is $55.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SOLID WASTE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 9, 2026 The Evangeline Parish Solid Waste Commission met in a regular meeting in the Commission meeting room, 4718 Pine Point Road, Ville Platte, Louisiana, Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The President called the meeting to order. Roll was called and all were present. Bernice Ardoin moved to accept the minutes from the February 9, 2026 Regular Meeting. Seconded by Peggy Forman. MOTION CARRIED. COMMITTEE REPORTS: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Budget & Finance) - Donald Thomas moved to accept the February Budget to Actual Income Statement as presented. Seconded by Bernice Ardoin. MOTION CARRIED. Donald Thomas moved to pay all February bills. Seconded by Bernice Ardoin. MOTION CARRIED. COMMITTEE #2 (Specification) - John Deshotel moved to recommend to the full board to authorize advertising for diesel bids. Seconded by Cristal Allen. MOTION CARRIED. Bernice Ardoin moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Peggy Forman. MOTION CARRIED. MEETING ADJOURNED. 050726 Cost is $50.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SOLID WASTE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 9, 2026 The Evangeline Parish Solid Waste Commission met in a regular meeting in the Commission meeting room, 4718 Pine Point Road, Ville Platte, Louisiana, Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The President called the meeting to order. Roll was called. Shane Darbonne was absent. Bernice Ardoin moved that the minutes from the January 12, 2026 Regular Meeting be accepted as read. Seconded by John Deshotel. MOTION CARRIED. COMMITTEE REPORTS: EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Budget & Finance) – Donald Thomas moved to accept the January Budget to Actual Income Statement as presented. Seconded by Bernice Ardoin. MOTION CARRIED. Donald Thomas moved to pay all January bills. Seconded by Peggy Forman. MOTION CARRIED. COMMITTEE #2 (Specification) - John Deshotel moved to authorize Landreneau and Associates to begin the process of advertising for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Public Assistance, Debris Removal Monitoring, and Debris Removal for the 2026 Hurricane Season. Seconded by Cristal Allen. MOTION CARRIED. Bernice Ardoin moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Peggy Forman. MOTION CARRIED. MEETING ADJOURNED. 050726 Cost is $55.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH POLICE JURY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Evangeline Parish Police Jury is accepting applications for the positions of Level 2 Certified Water/Sewer Operators. Applications may be obtained at the Evangeline Parish Police Jury Office, located at 1008 West LaSalle Street, Ville Platte, LA 70586. Completed applications must be returned to the same address during regular business hours, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. An Equal Opportunity Employer 050726 051426 052126 052826 Cost is $30.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD NOTICE OF VACANCY AND REQUEST FOR APPLICATION SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Deadline for applying: Friday, June 5, 2026 Interested persons may obtain applications and instructions by visiting our website (in the drop-down menu under the “Jobs” heading) at www.epsb.com. Minimum Requirements: Certified for the position of Superintendent of Schools or eligible for immediate certification to serve as a Superintendent, as reflected on the applicant’s certificate or as confirmed in writing by LDOE at the time of applying. LDOE confirmation must accompany your completed application. Applicants must be able to serve as superintendent alone, without the appointment of an employee to handle curriculum or other components of the position. Salary: Negotiated by the Board Completed applications must be received by the application deadline and should be mailed to Superintendent Search Evangeline Parish School Board P. O. Box 40 Ville Platte, LA 70586 Equal Opportunity Employer-The Evangeline Parish School Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected class in employment or the provision of services. 050726 052126 Cost is $45.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SALES TAX COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1307, Local Government Budget Act, a public hearing will be held at 4:15p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in the meeting room of the Evangeline Parish Sales Tax Commission, 405 W. Magnolia Street, Ville Platte, LA to hear public comments and/or questions on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. Details of the proposed budget is available for inspection at the Evangeline Parish Sales Tax Commission office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on normal working days. “This Institution is an equal opportunity employer.” 043026 050726 Cost is $30.00

Legal Notice EVANGELINE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY NOTICE ELEMENTARY PRINCIPALS The Evangeline Parish School District is now accepting applications for the following positions: I. Elementary Principal at James Stephens Montessori School II. Elementary Principal at Chataignier Elementary School Minimum Qualifications: Please refer to Bulletin 746, Revised for details. Applications must be submitted online, along with the required documentation, at www.epsb.com. The deadline for submission is noon on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. APPROVED BY: /s/:Darwan Lazard Darwan Lazard Superintendent 042326 043026 050726 051426 052126 052826 Cost is $40.00

Legal Notice INVITATION TO BID Notice is given hereby that: City of Ville Platte 126 East Main Street Ville Platte, LA 70586 will accept bids for CITY OF VILLE PLATTE CENTRAL FIRE STATION CAPITAL OUTLAY – 50-MU4-23-01 Engineer’s Project #1-0017-22 According to Drawings and Specifications prepared by J. Ronald Landreneau & Associates, Inc. and described in general as follows: This project scope of work includes, but is not limited to, providing all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision necessary for the construction of a new Central Fire Station for the City of Ville Platte, including building construction, site preparation, demolition, grading, concrete paving, sidewalks, parking, aggregate drives, utility installation, water service, sewer service, gas service, generator pad, signage, and all related appurtenant work necessary for a complete project, all in accordance with the Plans and Specifications. Additive alternates include a vintage fire truck display building, grass pavers and a covered parking structure. The bidder is responsible for obtaining all required permits, licenses, bonds, insurance, and other applicable items in accordance with the Plans and Specifications. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on May 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at City Hall Meeting Room, 126 East Main St Ville Platte, LA 70586. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is for a review of the job site conditions and is Mandatory for all prospective bidders. Bid Proposals shall be addressed to the City of Ville Platte and delivered to the office of the City of Ville Platte at the City of Ville Platte City Hall, located at 126 East Main Street, Ville Platte, LA, no later than 11:00 am local time on the 19thth of May 2026. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 11:00 am on Tuesday, the 19th of May 2026, at the City Hall located at City of Ville Platte, 126 East Main Street, Ville Platte, LA. The information for Bidders, Form of Bid Proposal, Form of Contract, Plans, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bonds, and other contract documents may be examined at the Office of J. Ronald Landreneau & Associates, Inc. located at 801 W. Main Street, Ville Platte, LA. Copies may be obtained at this office upon payment of a deposit of $250.00. This deposit will be refunded upon request in accordance with R.S.38:2212. The Owner reserves the right to reject all bids for just cause; such actions will be in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes 38. Retainage for this project shall be 5% of the Contract Price. Retainage shall be held for 45 days after recordation of substantial completion as per the Specifications and the Louisiana Revised Statutes Each bidder must have an active DUNS Number, as verified on www.sam.gov, prior to the beginning of construction. Each bid must be accompanied by a Bid Bond or a Cashier’s Check in the amount of 5% of the total bid value, said bond or check made payable to the City of Ville Platte. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid, security within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. All work completed in this project shall comply with Executive Order No. 11246 Equal Employment Opportunity. It is required that on any bid for this project submitted in the amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) or more, one dollar ($1) or more for hazardous materials or mold remediation, or ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more for Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical, the contractor shall certify licensure under R.S. 37:2150-2192 and show the license number on the bid envelope. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written by a company licensed to do business in the state of Louisiana. The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Bidders should note the required attachments and certifications to be executed and submitted with the bid proposal. CITY OF VILLE PLATTE RYAN LEDAY WILLIAMS, MAYOR 041626 042326 043026 050726 051426 Cost is $130.00

PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ST. MARY PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 7 April 7, 2026 Bayou Vista, Louisiana The Board of Commissioners of St. Mary Parish Fire Protection District No. 7, State of Louisiana, met on this date at 6;00 p.m. at the Bayou Vista Volunteer Fire Department, 1519 Hwy. 182 East, Bayou Vista, Louisiana for a public meeting. Meeting was called to order by Joseph Adydan. Members Present: •Andrée Hebert •Martin DeHart •Joseph Adydan Guest Present: •Gerald Price •David Hill Approval of minutes from March 2026 meeting. Mo- tion by Marty De- Hart seconded by Andrée Hebert. Motion passed with all yes votes. Public Comment: •None Treasurer Re- port: •Gave print out of Financials to board members. Motion by Andrée Hebert, seconded by Joseph Adydan. Motion passed with all yes votes. Report from the Chief: •Gave Report through New Business. Old Business: •n/a New Business: •Discussion and approval regarding the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 1500 pickup truck. Motion by Marty DeHart, seconded by Andrée Hebert. Motion passed with all yes votes. •Discussion and approval for treasurer to close all accounts with First Horizon once all checks have cleared the bank. Motion by Andrée Hebert, seconded by Marty DeHart. Motion passed with all yes votes. •Motion was made by Joseph Adydan and seconded by Marty DeHart to expand the agenda to include consideration of adding Andrée Hebert as an authorized check signer on the district’s bank accounts. Motion passed with all yes votes. •Motion was made by Marty DeHart and seconded by Joseph Adydan to add Andrée as an authorized check signer on the district’s bank accounts. Motion passed with all yes votes. Motion to ad- journ the meeting by Martin Dehart, Seconded by Andrée Hebert. Motion passed with all yes votes. Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. Next Meeting date is May 5, 2026 Adv. May 8, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NO- TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Morgan City, Louisiana will meet and hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of the City Court Building, 7261 Highway 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana, at 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 19, 2026 to hear objections and/or comments to the following recommendation: A proposal is considered to change the zoning designation of a 0.143-acre section of land (Known as 402 Fourth Street) located in the Ditch Annex South Railroad Avenue (Barnes Map) subdivision from “R-4A” (Residential) to “C” (Commercial). Specifically, Parcel # 3194341408.00. (LOT 8 DITCH ANNEX SQ 13 ACQ 420 337781 IMPROVEMENTS) If granted, this parcel would be afforded all conditions of a “C” commercial district as listed in Section 126-47 of the Schedule of District Regulations of the Morgan City, Code of Ordinances. Copies of maps showing the proposed zoning change are on file at the office of Anthony Governale, Director of Planning & Zoning, located at Planning and Zoning, 509 Second Street, Morgan City, Louisiana to be viewed by all persons interested in familiarizing themselves with the proposed zoning change. NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana, at said place and time, will hear objections and/or comments to the proposed zoning change. After hearing and passing on such objections, if any there be, said Planning & Zoning Commission of the Mayor and Councilmen of Morgan City, Louisiana will then proceed, if it so determines, to recommend to the Mayor and Councilmen to amend the “Zoning District Map” in accordance with laws, L.R.S. 33:4724 and L.R.S. 33:4725. GIVEN THIS 6th DAY OF May PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY (S) Frank Judycki FRANK JUDYCKI, CHAIRMAN Adv. MAY 8, 13 and 15, 2026