PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS 09/10/2026 Notice is hereby given that the following properties are in violation of the Lake Charles Code of Ordinances. The property owners listed below will have 5 (five) days to correct the issues noted, or Citys contractors will correct the issues at the owners expense. Sec. 23:3-5: High grass and/or weeds, Trash, rubbish, refuse, debris violations: Mazen Mustapha Hijazi, 1217 Broad St, Assessment # 00467337 Henry Green (EST), 2308 Channel St, Assessment # 00338915 Louis Green (Estate), 2310 Channel St, Assessment # 00339091 Moonlight A & F LLC, 109 W Claude St, Assessment # 00357529 Tammy Jo Guzman East May Estate, ET AL, 2311 Elm St, Assessment #00451932 Dalhman Brown, 2603 Ernest St, Assessment # 00404098 Sheffield Construction Inc., 2606 Ernest St, Assessment # 00340502 James Darrel Talbot ET UX, 2611 Ernest St, Assessment # 0043676 Russell Joseph Murphy, 2617 Ernest St, Assessment # 00397261 Tyreka Taylor, 2405 Gardenia At, Assessment # 00436127 Dedrick D Landry, 1310 Gieffers St, Assessment # 00547557 Herman Lazare Jr. ET AL, 1904 Gieffers St, Assessment # 00581348 Charles Roberts Wilkins ET UX, 2102 Hagan St, Assessment # 00283436 Everett Pearson Jr., 228 Hathaway St, Assessment # 00405051 Herman Lazare Jr ET AL, 920 Jake St, Assessment # 00372587 Maurice Daniel Grisby, 601 N Lincoln St, Assessment # 00359556 Benjamin Lloyd Williams ET AL, 1028 N Lyons St, Assessment # 01041118 Laurel Crown Group LLC, 2722 Mary St, Assessment # 00311472 Elise Roche Venable, 3409 McKinley St, Assessment # 00449563 Christine Guillory LeBlanc, 3426 McKinley St, Assessment # 00386707 New Jerusalem Baptist Church Ministries ET AL, 2411 Mill St, Assessment # 01272624 Thao Thi Da Nguyen ET UX, 3420 Monroe St, Assessment # 00314579 Albert Duplantis, 1530 OBrien St, Assessment # 00555037 Elizabeth Mouton, 1805 OBrien St, Assessment # 00589500 Lannis Joseph II, 2730 Opelousas St, Assessment # 00863459 Fredrick Mackenzie Gardner, 2734 E Opelousas St, Assessment # 00279072 Linda Papion, 1200 Blk. Of Orrin St, SE corner of Orrin & Channel St, Assessment # 00592129 Annie Westley King ET AL, 2006 Pinehurst St, Assessment # 00365432 Linda Papion, C/O Lindsey Papion, 1227 N Prater St, Assessment # 00592129 Marwan Khalid Taha, 603 W School St, Assessment # 00364991 Juan A Hollomon ET AL, 1716 Woodring St, Assessment # 00581305 Rico Paul Guillory, 1300 Blk. of 4th St Lot W of 1313 4th St, Assessment # 00596647 Charlotte Lynn Yandle Lee, 1015 9th St, Assessment # 00545732 CHV Investments LLC, 1703 10th St, Assessment # 00586781 Tyra Kay Patterson, 423 11th St, Assessment # 00891045 Russell Williams Young, 1030 13th St, Assessment # 00453080 Ellison David Laird ET UX, 2041 13th St, Assessment # 00323403 Lake City Construction Inc., 1102 14th St, Assessment # 00447765 Lake City Construction Inc., 1106 14 St, Assessment # 00459844 VJ Investments LLC, 1107 14th St, Assessment # 00475262 Wayne John Williams ET UX, 2116 18th St, Assessment # 00379883 Linda Papion, C/O Lindsey Papion 1116 N 1St Ave, Assessment # 00592153 CST Land Developers LLC, 3800 Blk. of 5th Ave Lot South of 3701 5th Ave, Assessment # 00271950O 1st Choice Commercial & Residential Environmental Services LLC, 3610 Greinwich Blvd., Assessment # 00354244 Nelson Latigue (Estate), C/O Keisha Williams, 315 Brammer Ln., Assessment # 00424412 Thuy Anh Do ET VIR, 3424 Gerstner Memorial Dr., Assessment # 00289957 Crest At Morganfield LLC, 4700 Blk. Firefly Ct, East of 4767 Firefly Ct, Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority, 2301 Power Center Pkwy., Assessment # 00271950N Sec. 23:4-5: Trash & debris; piles and accumulations violations: Claire Gardens, a Louisiana Partnership, 1263 Falconer Ln, Assessment # 00405736B Princess Gabriel Milligan, 2801 Medora St, Assessment # 00343544 Richard Wayne Lognion, 1106 N Elton Ct. Assessment # 00398381 Claire Gardens, a Louisiana Partnership, 1203 Varney Cir, Assessment # 00405736B Sec. 23:5 (B-C): Dirt Pile(s) for Landscaping or Otherwise violations: Geheb Properties LLC, 4202 Lake St, Assessment # 000301388 Calcasieu Properties Group LLC, 1510 W Sale Rd., Assessment # 00343919 Sec. 13-15.3 Commercial Litter Violation: Albanese Real Estate, 935 3rd Ave, Assessment # 00604526 Sept 15, 17 2t 2136069 Notice Cost- $256.00

Public Notice In accordance with Article VII, Division 2, Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, any person, firm, or corporation who shall fail(s) to operate any sewage disposal system in compliance with the chapter, state law, or the requirements of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality or the LA DHH/OPH shall constitute a violation of this chapter and shall authorize the local governing authority to declare the structures involved a nuisance or public health hazard. If the following property owner(s) fail(s) to remedy the deficiencies or correct the non-compliance of the system outlined in the notice by 10/7/2026, the Police Jury shall proceed to correct said system as authorized by the parish ordinance, with all unpaid direct charges and related charges to the annual ad valorem tax bill of the property involved. Violation exists on 261 Thelma Lane, parcel # 00004138, Amanda Taylor (SWR-0826-4162). Violation exists on 178 Feinstein Road, parcel # 00024791, E320 Development, LLC (SWR-0826-4176). Violation exists on 234 Feinstein Road, parcel # 00001600, Charles Duncan, Jr. (SWR-0826-4178). Sept 15, 22 2t 2136065 Notice Cost- $85.00

WHEREABOUTS Anyone with knowledge of the whereabouts JOSEPH DEMARY, (AKA ABIE J. DEMARY).; please contact Dustan J Abshire, Attorney at Law, 113 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601 or by phone (337) 310-4300. Sept 15, 17, 19 3t 2136063 Notice Cost- $69.54

BUILD A BULL LLC d/b/a YEVETTES is applying to the office of Alcohol & Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Calcasieu at the following address: 1219 Broad St., Lake Charles, La 70601 Manager: LaShone Haley Sept 15, 17 2t 2136010 Notice Cost- $71.00

City of Lake Charles Meeting Minutes City Council Wednesday, September 2, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers at City Hall AGENDA FOR REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 TO BE TAKEN UP IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. 150-97, RULES FOR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA Call to Order Call to Order - President Stuart Weatherford, Presiding Invocation Invocation - Ronnie Harvey, Jr. Pledge of Allegiance Pledge of Allegiance - Donald W. Fondel Roll Call Present: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Absent: 0 - None Also present were Mayor Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Russell J. Stutes, III, Assistant City Attorney, John Cardone, City Administrator and Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. Presentation Mayor Smien requested a point of personal privilege to recognize Katie Harrington, Public Information Officer, who received the 2026 National Information Officers Association Best User Video Award for her video series Cityshift-One Lake Charles at Work which showcased departmental operations and is released monthly. Approval of Minutes 1. 26-450 Minutes Without objection, the Minutes were approved. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None Defer/Delete President Weatherford stated that Items 3, 4, and 5 were being deferred to October 7, 2026 and Item 7 was being deferred to September 16, 2026 and would not be discussed at this meeting. Public Hearings 2. 26-257 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2344 See Street, Marlene Marks, Markesha Elise Marks and Kendall Wayne Marks, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes, III, Assistant City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Harvey recommended deferral until October 7, 2026 to allow the owners to continue pursuing title work that was in progress, which was approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be Deferred. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 3. 26-445 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 740 Cleveland Street, Russell Foster, owner. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on October 7, 2026. 4. 26-352 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of two structures located at 210 Cherry Street and 212 Cherry Street, Benjamin Geyen, Jr., Willie Mae Jackson, Chester Geyen, Claudette Mae Geyen, Franklin Geyen and Margaret Haley, owners. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on October 7, 2026. 5. 26-256 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2120 3rd Street, Cecelia Pitre, owner. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on October 7, 2026. 6. 26-255 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 621 Bank Street, Earl Melvin Anthony Wiltz, Danielle Melot Wiltz and Monique Michelle Wiltz, owners. Robert Hester, Building Inspector, gave a report as to the condition of the structure and Russell J. Stutes,III, Assistant City Attorney presented photographs and documentation showing proof of service which were made part of the record. There were no requests to speak on this item. Councilman Harvey recommended time delays of 30/60 which were approved by the following vote. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 7. 26-372 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1302 11th Street, Stephen Daniel Peters and Betty Louise Allen Peters, owners. This item was deferred at the start of the meeting and rescheduled for the regular council meeting on September 16, 2026. Ordinances for Final Action 8. 26-358 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to accept the best proposal received from the Requests for Proposals issued for a developer to design, build, finance, own, operate and maintain a food and beverage and recreational establishment on one acre, more or less, to be leased in Tract 3 of the Lakefront of the City of Lake Charles, all in accordance with and as authorized by Title 41, Section 1214 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. Chris Lognion presented his proposal of Lognions on the Lakefront, a permanent waterfront dining and entertainment proposal with 10 curated restaurant spaces, an open-air pavilion with full bar service and covered seating, a fully equipped stage with professional lighting for live music, a courtyard, lawn games and a family gathering space. He stated that this proposal would create 20-30 full-time positions and an estimated sales tax of $175,000 to $280,000 per year. He also introduced his architect, David Brossett, and his CPA, Sara Roberts. After consideration, the Council voted to accept the best proposal, as follows. 9. 26-498 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement with Southwest Communications to provide phone services for the City of Lake Charles. Brett Dering, IT Director, was on standby to respond to any questions or concerns. After consideration, the Council voted as follows. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 10. 26-499 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement with BLOKWORX, LLC to provide cybersecurity services for the City of Lake Charles. Councilman Marks questioned whether these were new services and whether these services would extend to remote/laptops. Brett Dering confirmed that both agreements for phone services and cybersecurity would replace former providers services and protections and included remote/laptop security as well. After consideration, the Council voted as follows. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 11. 26-500 An ordinance adopting the Operating and Capital Budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027. Councilman Young stated that the budget emphasized infrastructure with a focus on roads, drainage, water and wastewater projects that the Operating Budget maintained without expanding the use of additional funding. Finance Director, Emily McDaniel explained where the additional funding for Capital Improvement Projects increased materially over last year due to funding from new grants and loans. She further explained that the Southern Sewer Wastewater Loop project was being funded from a DEQ loan and being shared with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. She further stated that the West Prien Lake Road Pedestrian Bridge project was being funded through a grant from TAP/DOTD and the 18th Street Improvements, part of CNI (Choice Neighborhood Initiatives) were a mix of grant and city funds. City Administrator, John Cardone, clarified that the west side of the Southern wastewater project was being handled by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the east side was being funded by the City with contribution from the Parish. Councilman Marks emphasized that the tax that was being placed before the citizens was a renewal tax and not a new tax. After consideration, the Council voted as follows. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 12. 26-501 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into agreements for programs related to special arts and cultural events/exhibits, as authorized in the Operating and Capital Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 13. 26-502 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into Architectural and Engineering (A&E) agreements on all projects outlined in the approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP), funded in the FY 2026-2027 Capital Budget. Councilman Marks stated concerns about these architectural and engineering agreements not being brought before the Council separately for approval. John Cardone stated that these agreements were only for projects already approved in the Capital Improvement Budget and if there were any issues, they would be brought before the Council. After consideration, the Council voted as follows: A motion was made that this item be Approve. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 14. 26-503 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into any right-of-way agreements for the approved FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Projects and/or for right-of-ways and to acquire land and/or compliance with the sight triangle ordinance for FY 2026-2027. John Cardone explained that the right-of-way agreements were for those projects funded in the Capital Improvement Projects list. After consideration, the Council voted as follows. A motion was made that this item be Approve. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None The Following Resolutions May Be Adopted by Consent 23. 26-531 A resolution amending Resolution No. 132-15 regarding the rules and regulations covering the City Council of the City of Lake Charles with regard to citizens addressing the City Council at agenda meeting with their concerns. Councilman Marks stated his reason for placing this item on the agenda was due to concern over hindering citizens from speaking and recommending a shorter timeframe before they can appear. He recommended that the change be made from the original 15 days to zero days, although the proposed language change was for 3 days. Councilmen Fondel, Young and Harvey recommended maintaining some notice, including 3 days, to allow staff to investigate and respond, especially for service issues like public works. Matt Young stated that he had tried out the Request to Appear online submission form, which is tracked by staff and provided a paper and digital trail of submissions. Councilman Marks made a motion to change it to zero days, which was seconded by Councilman Harvey and the question was called by Councilman Marks. Mack Dellafosse, 1917 19th Street, Lake Charles, LA spoke in favor of removing the 15-day requirement. The council voted as follows. A motion was made that this item be Approves. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 4 - Donald W. Fondel, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Stuart Weatherford Against: 3 - Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Matthew Vezinot Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 15. 26-533 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise and to receive sealed bids on certain projects outlined in the approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP), funded in the FY2026-2027 Capital Budget. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 16. 26-513 A resolution accepting Project Number CP3277 - State Project No. H.013870 - Enterprise Boulevard Overlay: 12th Street to Broad Street as substantially complete and authorizing the advertising of the 45-day lien period. A motion was made that this item be Approve. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 17. 26-514 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 1817 Eleanor Street, Jewery B. Webb, Jr., owner. The hearing date was set for October 21, 2026. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 18. 26-515 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 2712 South General Wainwright, Lillie Mae Washington, owner. The hearing date was set for October 21, 2026. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 19. 26-516 A resolution setting date for public hearing on condemnation of a structure located at 733 Cleveland Street, One Lantern Group, LLC, owner. The hearing date was set for October 21, 2026. A motion was made that this item be Approve. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 20. 26-517 A resolution setting date for public hearing and consideration of the Lake Charles Planning & Zoning Commissions decision to deny a request for a Variance in order to maintain an existing unpermitted shed 2 11 from rear setback vs the required 5, within a Residential Zoning District, at 5464 Moulin Rouge Drive. The hearing date was set for October 7, 2026. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 21. 26-518 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to advertise to receive sealed bids to purchase Downtown Light Pole Lit Christmas Wreaths and Garland. Councilman Harvey was appointed chairman. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None 22. 26-519 A resolution authorizing the City of Lake Charles to participate in the Calcasieu Parish Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan (update 2026) and adopting said plan as the City of Lake Charles Hazard Mitigation Plan. A motion was made that this item be Approved. The motion Passed by the following vote: For: 7 - Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 - None Absent: 0 - None Abstain: 0 - None The Following Ordinances are for Introduction by Consent and Will Be Read Into the Record the Day Following This Meeting at 9:00am in the City Council Chambers in City Hall 24. 26-520 An ordinance accepting the most responsive and responsible quote and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for Project CP3134 N. Louisiana Avenue / Jackson Street Interchange Watermain Improvements. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 25. 26-521 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Treasury for the Prien Lake Pedestrian Bridge. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 26. 26-522 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Louisiana Department of Treasury for the Electrical Streetlights on Sallier Street. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 27. 26-523 An ordinance amending Section 24-4-205(5)(a) of the City of Lake Charles Zoning Ordinance relative to Variance Limitations. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 28. 26-524 An ordinance accepting the lowest, responsive and responsible, bid and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement to purchase Downtown Light Pole Lit Christmas Wreaths and Garland. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 29. 26-525 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 1817 Eleanor Street, Jewery B. Webb, Jr., owner. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 30. 26-526 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 2712 South General Wainwright, Lillie Mae Washington, owner. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 31. 26-527 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 733 Cleveland Street, One Lantern Group, LLC, owner. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. 32. 26-528 An ordinance authorizing the settlement of a claim against the City of Lake Charles in the suit styled Jana M. Gallier v. City of Lake Charles and Tryon Dean McGinnis, Docket No. 2025-1812, Division H, on the docket of the 14th Judicial District Court, Parish of Calcasieu, State of Louisiana. Introduced as read into the record by Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. Adjournment With no further business to come before the Council, President Weatherford adjourned the meeting at 6:40 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct draft of the Minutes of a meeting of the City Council of said City, held on the 2nd day of September, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed hereon the official seal of said City, this 9th day of September, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. I, RENEE P. DEVILLE, do hereby certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the Council of the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. I further certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of the Ordinances adopted at a meeting of the City Council of said city held on the 2nd day of September, 2026. WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my official signature and impressed upon the official seal of said City, this 9th day of September, 2026. s/Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council. The City of Lake Charles fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Americans with Disabilities Act, and related statutes, executive orders, and regulations in all programs and activities. The City operates without regard to race, color, or national origin. Any person who believes him/herself or any specific class of persons, to be subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI and/or Americans with Disabilities Act may by him/herself or by representative file a written complaint with the City of Lake Charles. The Citys Title VI Coordinator/ADA Coordinator may be reached by phone at (337) 491 1440, the Mayors Action Line at (337) 491 1346, or contact the appropriate Department Head. File Number: 26-255 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20618 An ordinance ordering demolition and authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement for demolition of a structure located at 621 Bank Street, Earl Melvin Anthony Wiltz, Danielle Melot Wiltz and Monique Michelle Wiltz, owners. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The facts, as set forth at the meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on the 15th day of April 2026, justify an order of this City Council, and it is hereby ordered that the improvements, buildings and/or structures on the premises located at 621 Bank Street, legally described as: S 49 ft of Lots 7,8,9 Blk A Clement Place, in the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and all improvements situated thereon, and owned by Earl Melvin Anthony Wiltz, Danielle Melot Wiltz and Monique Michelle Wiltz, be repaired, demolished and/or removed. A permit must be obtained from the City Permit Center by the 2nd day of October, 2026, and the repair, demolition and/or removal completed by the 2nd day of November, 2026. In default thereof, the City of Lake Charles shall demolish and/or remove said improvements on the above described property on the 3rd day of November, 2026, or cause same to be done. If no permit is obtained by the above date, the City will commence the demolition procedure on the 5th day of October, 2026. In the event the City demolishes the structures, a lien and privilege for the cost of said demolition and removal, as well as other expenses provided for by law, shall be filed against the above property. Legal interest, at the rate provided in Louisiana Civil Code, Article 2924, as the same now exists, or as the same may hereafter be amended, shall be charged from the date of recordation of said lien until paid. SECTION 2: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said demolition/and or removal as required by law, to enter into a contract for the demolition of the improvements, to pay the fees of the contractor from appropriate city funds, and to pay any and all of the costs associated with the demolition. SECTION 3: This order is made the 2nd day of September, 2026, and shall become final within five (5) days as provided by law. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-358 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20619 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to accept the best proposal received from the Requests for Proposals issued for a developer to design, build, finance, own, operate and maintain a food and beverage and recreational establishment on one acre, more or less, to be leased in Tract 3 of the Lakefront of the City of Lake Charles, all in accordance with and as authorized by Title 41, Section 1214 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to accept the best proposal received on the Request for Proposals issued for a developer to design, build, finance, own, operate and maintain a food and beverage and recreational establishment on one acre, more or less, to be leased in Tract 3 of the Lakefront of the City of Lake Charles, all in accordance with and as authorized by Title 41, Section 1214 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-498 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20620 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement with Southwest Communications to provide phone services for the City of Lake Charles. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, with Southwest Communications to provide phone services for the City of Lake Charles. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-499 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20621 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into an agreement with BLOKWORX, LLC to provide cybersecurity services for the City of Lake Charles. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, with BLOKWORX, LLC to provide cybersecurity services for the City of Lake Charles. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-500 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20622 An ordinance adopting the Operating and Capital Budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The presented detailed estimate of Revenues for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027, be and the same is hereby adopted to serve as an Operating Budget of Revenues for the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, during the said period. SECTION 2: The presented lump sum estimate of expenditures by department for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027, be and the same is hereby adopted to serve as a Budget of Expenditures for the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, during the said period. SECTION 3: The adoption of this Operating Budget of Expenditures be, and the same is hereby declared to operate as an appropriation of the amount therein set forth within the terms of the budget classification. SECTION 4: The presented information setting forth the estimated Revenues for the Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and Expenditures for the Capital Budget for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and said Budget of Capital Revenues and Expenditures for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027, is hereby adopted. SECTION 5: Expenditures are legally restricted to budgetary appropriations at the department level within the General Fund and at the fund level for Special Revenue Funds, which are not departmentalized. Revisions, which alter the total expenditures of any such department or fund, must be approved by budget amendment ordinance adopted by the City Council at the request of the Mayor. Transfers of budgeted amounts between expenditure objects or programs within the same department and fund are authorized to be made administratively by the Director of Finance. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-501 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20623 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into agreements for programs related to special arts and cultural events/exhibits, as authorized in the Operating and Capital Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to enter into agreements, with the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana, McNeese Banners and other similar entities/organizations, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, which provide programs related to special arts and cultural events/exhibits, and other similar public events, subject to the limits set forth in the budgeted amount(s) authorized in the Operating and Capital Budget for the 2026 2027 fiscal year. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-502 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20624 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into Architectural and Engineering (A&E) agreements on all projects outlined in the approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP), funded in the FY 2026-2027 Capital Budget. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: The Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is hereby authorized to enter into Architectural and Engineering (A & E) agreements, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, for all projects outlined in the approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2026-2027. SECTION 2: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the 2026-2027 Capital Budget. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles File Number: 26-503 City of Lake Charles Signature Copy Ordinance: 20625 An ordinance authorizing the City of Lake Charles to enter into any right-of-way agreements for the approved FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Projects and/or for right-of-ways and to acquire land and/or compliance with the sight triangle ordinance for FY 2026-2027. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA, in regular session convened, that: SECTION 1: During the fiscal year 2026-2027, the Mayor is hereby authorized to negotiate and execute right of way agreements on behalf of the City of Lake Charles which are necessary to implement capital construction projects authorized pursuant to current or prior year capital budgets and projects implemented during the performance of the ordinary activities of the Department of Public Works, including but not limited to the activities of the sewer, water and street divisions. The terms and conditions of these agreements shall comply with all requirements of state law and the price paid for the acquisition of such servitudes shall not exceed the fair market value as determined by a qualified appraiser. SECTION 2: During fiscal year 2026-2027, the Mayor is hereby authorized to negotiate and execute agreements, on behalf of the City of Lake Charles, for the acquisition of land and/or right of ways necessary to enforce compliance with City Code Section 24-5 203(2) regarding the required sight triangle areas at city intersections. The terms and conditions of these agreements shall comply with all requirements of state law and the price paid for the acquisition of such land and/or right of ways shall not exceed the fair market value as determined by a qualified appraiser. SECTION 3: The Mayor is further authorized to include any provisions in any agreement which he deems necessary to protect the interests of the City, and to pay the agreed amount from the appropriate City funds. At a meeting of the City Council on 9/2/2026, a motion was made that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: For: 7 Donald W. Fondel, Tommy M. Bilbo, Jr., Matt Young, Craig Marks, Ronnie Harvey, Jr., Matthew Vezinot, Stuart Weatherford Against: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 Passed and Adopted Date Stuart Weatherford, President or Presiding Officer Attest Date Renee P. DeVille, Clerk of the Council Approved by Date Marshall J. Simien, Jr., Mayor City of Lake Charles Sept 15 1t 2135938 Notice Cost- $1001.50

ADVERTISEMENT This is to advise that the contract between Russell J. Stutes Construction Company, LLC and the City of Lake Charles, Louisiana, dated January 28, 2025, filed on record on January 29, 2025, bearing File No. 3562826 for Public Works New Facility Phase I, for the City of Lake Charles, LA, designated as Project No. DR002, has been substantially completed and accepted by the City Council of the City of Lake Charles on August 5, 2026. Any person or persons, individuals or corporations holding a claim against said Project should file said claim with the Clerk of Court of Calcasieu Parish, before October 5, 2026. CITY OF LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA :/s/Marshall J. Simien, Jr. MARSHALL J. SIMIEN, JR., MAYOR Sept 8, 15, 22 3t 2135328 Notice Cost- $77.50

ADVERTISEMENT The Parish Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, Louisiana, does hereby advertise for sealed bids and will open same on: 1. Tuesday, October 06, 2026. 2. At the Office of the Parish Purchasing Agent on the first floor of the Parish Government Building, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, at the hour of 2:00 p.m. Central Time Zone 3. For the Government Building Hurricane Repairs and Improvements Project (DB-2026-FM-107), which may be utilized as part of a federal reimbursement grant for a federally declared disaster. 4. Contract documents, including drawings and technical specifications, are on file at the office of Champeaux, Evans, Hotard, APAC, 702 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, or by calling 337-439-8871. Access to electronic bidding is available through www.calcasieu.gov. *Prime bidders is defined as licensed Building Contractors bidding this job as such. 5. All bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates, and must be in the form of a certified check or cashiers check drawn on a bank insured by the FDIC, or a Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Bid Bond Form contained in bidding documents, which shall be written by a surety or insurance company currently on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies which is published annually in the Federal Register, or by a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide to write individual bonds up to ten percent (10%) of policyholders surplus as shown in the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide or by an insurance company in good standing licensed to write bid bonds which is either domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents, all in accordance with LSA?R.S. 38:2218. No Bid Bond indicating an obligation of less than five percent (5%) by any method is acceptable. If bid is submitted electronically, an electronic bid bond as described in LSA--R.S. 38:2212 E.(1) per the standards adopted by the office of the governor, division of administration and the office of the information technology as provided for in LAC 4:XV.701 will be required. 6. The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract amount, which shall be written by a surety or insurance company currently on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Management Service list of approved bonding companies which is published annually in the Federal Register, or by a Louisiana domiciled insurance company with at least an A- rating in the latest printing of the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide to write individual bonds up to ten percent (10%) of policyholders surplus as shown in the A.M. Bests Key Rating Guide or by an insurance company in good standing licensed to write bid bonds which is either domiciled in Louisiana or owned by Louisiana residents, all in accordance with LSA--R.S. 38:2219. 7. Bids shall be accepted only from contractors who are licensed under LSA--R.S. 37:2150-2163 for the classification of Building Construction. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LSA--R.S. 38:2214. 8. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause as permitted by LA R.S. 38:2214B. The ability of an entity to reject any bid is applicable only when administered in accordance with the Public Bid Law. In accordance with LSA--R.S. 38:2212B.(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section, and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity. 9. The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner shall incur no obligation to the Contractor/Bidder until the Contract between the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury/Owner and the Contractor/Bidder is fully executed. 10. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time Zone on site at the Parish Government Building, 1st Floor Lobby, 1015 Pithon Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601. 11. Minority owned firm and small businesses are encouraged to participate. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations should contact the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. 12. The resulting contract is to be financed in whole or in part by federal funds which will not be readily available at the time bids are opened, therefore, in accordance with LA R.S. 38:2215 D, official action on this bid may not be taken by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury within forty-five (45) days of the bid opening. 13. All bids must be plainly marked and should contain the following on the outside of the envelope: BID FOR Government Building Hurricane Repairs and Improvements Project (DB-2026-FM-107) BRIAN ABSHIRE, President Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Sept 8, 15, 22 3t 2135309 Notice Cost- $410.50

Public Notice In accordance with Article VII, Division 2, Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, any person, firm, or corporation who shall fail(s) to operate any sewage disposal system in compliance with the chapter, state law, or the requirements of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality or the LA DHH/OPH shall constitute a violation of this chapter and shall authorize the local governing authority to declare the structures involved a nuisance or public health hazard. If the following property owner(s) fail(s) to remedy the deficiencies or correct the non-compliance of the system outlined in the notice by 9/30/2026, the Police Jury shall proceed to correct said system as authorized by the parish ordinance, with all unpaid direct charges and related charges to the annual ad valorem tax bill of the property involved. Violation exists on 1217 Sam Houston Jones Parkway, parcel # 00023574, Boardwalk Properties, LLC (SWR-0826-4156). Violation exists on 209 Thelma Lane, parcel # 00029017, Betty Perkins Living Trust (SWR-0826-4159). Violation exists on 235 Thelma Lane, parcel # 00028223, Angela Mallette (SWR-0826-4160). Violation exists on 245 Thelma Lane, parcel # 00017477, Little Gem Properties, LLC (SWR-0826-4161). Sept 8, 15 2t 2135292 Notice Cost- $91.00

ADVERTISEMENT Calcasieu Parish Consolidated Gravity Drainage District 1 (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Maplewood Ph2 Drainage Improvements Engineers Project No.: 219016 Bids will be received online at www.bidexpress.com until October 8, 2026 at 10am. Bids received will be publicly opened and read at 1331 Swisco Rd., Sulphur, LA 70665. Bidders contractor license must include Highway, Streets, and Bridge Construction and Municipal & Public Works Construction classification. *(The prime contractor shall hold the Highway, Streets, and Bridge Construction classification. The requirement for Municipal & Public Works Construction classification may be satisfied with a sub-contractor.) The Project includes the following Work: Install new cross drain and catch basins on Prater Road; excavate existing drainage lateral; install flexible revetment; construct spoil bank. Prospective Bidders may obtain complete Bidding Documents from www.bidexpress.com. A mandatory pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on September 23, 2026 at 10am at 1331 Swisco Rd., Sulphur, LA 70665. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. Sept 8, 15, 22 3t 2135182 Notice Cost- $258.06

ADVERTISEMENT This is to advise that the contract between the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and Siema Construction, LLC, dated August 21, 2025, filed on record on August 22, 2025, bearing File No. 3581983, for Calcasieu Parish Project No. 25-302-0005 (Big Woods-Starks Road Bridge Replacement) has been substantially completed and accepted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Any person or persons, individuals or corporations holding an unpaid invoice for labor or materials in conjunction with said project should file a lien with the Office of the Clerk of Court on or before October 22, 2026. Brian Abshire, President Sept 8, 15 2t 2134901 Notice Cost- $61.00

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received for the State of Louisiana by the Division of Administration and shall be directed to the Office of Facility Planning and Control, 1201 North Third Street, Claiborne Office Building, Suite 7-160, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802 or P.O. Box 94095, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70804-9095. The deadline for receipt of bids is 2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud in a public meeting in the Claiborne Office Building, Conference Room 1-145. FOR: New Baseball Fieldhouse McNeese State University Lake Charles, Louisiana PROJECT NUMBER: 19-627-21-01, F.19002603 & 01-107-05B-13, F.01004253 (Supplement) Complete Bidding Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from www.centerlinebidconnect.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: Grace Design Studios, LLC 534 Jefferson Street Lafayette, LA 70501 Telephone: 337-513-0760 E-mail: kroddie@grace-design.com All bids shall be accompanied by bid security in an amount of five percent (5.0%) of the sum of the base bid and all alternates. The form of this security shall be as stated in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. The successful Bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond written as described in the Instructions to Bidders included in the Bid Documents for this project. A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Townsley Law Arena, Kleckley Room, 700 East McNeese Street, Lake Charles, LA 70607. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2166 for the classification of Building Construction. Bidder is required to comply with provisions and requirements of LA R.S. 38:2212(B)(5). No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after receipt of bids, except under the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2214. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. In accordance with La. R.S. 38:2212(B)(1), the provisions and requirements of this Section and those stated in the bidding documents shall not be waived by any entity. When this project is financed either partially or entirely with State Bonds or financed in whole or in part by federal or other funds which are not readily available at the time bids are received, the award of this Contract is contingent upon the granting of lines of credit, or the sale of bonds by the Bond Commission or the availability of federal or other funds. The State shall incur no obligation to the Contractor until the Contract Between Owner and Contractor is fully executed. Facility Planning and Control is a participant in the Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program (the Hudson Initiative) and the Veteran-Owned and Service-Connected Disabled Veteran-Owned (LaVet) Small Entrepreneurships Program. Bidders are encouraged to consider participation. Information is available from the Office of Facility Planning and Control or on its website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/fpc/. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to participate in this meeting, please contact Cheryl Schilling at Cheryl.Schilling@la.gov or (225) 342-6060 as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. STATE OF LOUISIANA DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION FACILITY PLANNING AND CONTROL MATTHEW H. BAKER, DIRECTOR Sept 8, 15, 22 3t 2134650 Notice Cost- $316.00

FLOODPLAIN NOTICE The Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) plans to remove trees that lie within areas on airport property. This project is required to improve safety and efficiency of the Airport for the traveling public and to minimize wildlife attractants. This will involve removal of trees in four (4) designated areas that are located within the 100-year floodplain. The proposed project is located entirely on the Lake Charles Regional Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by FAA Order 1050.1G. Per Executive Order 11988, Floodplain Management, the Airport, and the FAA have determined the proposed project components are located within the 100-year floodplain. The Airport and the FAA are presently identifying and evaluating the potential impacts, if any, on the floodplain. The projects impact on the floodplain is anticipated to be negligible; therefore, would not result in an adverse impact on the floodplains natural and beneficial floodplain values. The encroachment would not impact existing infrastructure, would not have adverse impacts to the floodplains natural and beneficial values, would not have a substantial probability of loss of human life, safe airport operations will not be affected, and aircraft services will not be interrupted. If requested, a Public Meeting to review the project and provide comments will be granted in conjunction with FAA policy and floodplain review. If you would like to request a meeting, please contact Mr. Heath Allen, Executive Director, Lake Charles Regional Airport, by phone at (337) 477-6051 or e-mail at hallen@flylakecharles.com; or provide written comments through September 18, 2026, or 15 days from the start of the Notice Publication. Written comments may be submitted by mail to Lake Charles Regional Airport, Attention: Mr. Heath Allen, Executive Director, P.O. Drawer 5820, Lake Charles, LA 70607. Written comments from the public will become part of the project documentation. Sept 3, 17 7t 2134642 Notice Cost- $388.00