The Northwest Louisiana Council of Governments, Inc.'s ("NLCOG") Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee and Board of Directors will meet on Friday, October 16, 2026, in the Government Chambers, Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101. The MPO Transportation Policy Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m. with the Board of Directors meeting at 9:30 a.m. For further information, or for requests for special assistance due to a disability, please contact the office of NLCOG at (318) 841-5950 or public_comments@nlcog.org. October 11 2026 LLOU0612769

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CADDO LEVEE DISTRICT AT REGULAR MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 10th, 2026 -- -- -- -- -- At a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Caddo Levee District held at 10:00 a.m., September 10th, 2026, at 1320 Grimmett Drive, Shreveport, Louisiana, the following members were present: Patrick W. Harrison, James T. Sims, Jackie Baker, and Willie Walker. Kandi Moore and Carolyn C. Prator were unable to attend. The following people were also present: Ronald F. Lattier, Law Offices of Ronald F. Lattier; John Barr, Regional Director, Senator John Kennedys Office; Mike DeFalco, Auditor, Broussard & Company CPAs, LLC; Patrick Furlong, P.E. and Jennifer Brummett, C.P.A were also present. The meeting was opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. President Harrison asked for comments from the public on the agenda or any other items. There were no public comments. President Harrison stated that the minutes from the August 13th, 2026, meeting had been emailed for review and asked for a motion to approve. Mr. Sims made a motion, with a second by Mr. Walker, to approve the minutes of the August 13th, 2026, meeting. The motion unanimously passed. President Harrison discussed the August 2026 monthly financial reports being the second month into the new year with clear figures. Operational expenses are consistent with a typical monthly cost. The Board reviewed payments and invoices for the month of August 2026 and subsequent bills for the month of July 2026. Mr. Walker made a motion, with a second from Mr. Sims, to ratify payment of the invoices for the month of August 2026 and subsequent bills for the month of July 2026. The motion unanimously passed. Mr. DeFalco with Broussard & Company CPAs, LLC presented the Board with copies of Caddo Levee Districts financial statement for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Mr. DeFalco reported the audit was conducted smoothly with correct materials, clean internal controls, and a strong financial position. The Board unanimously approved sending a D-6T bulldozer, skid steer, three dirt pans and other miscellaneous items to Lawler Auction Company to be sold at auction with a motion by Mr. Sims and a second by Mr. Walker. The Board unanimously approved the transfer of Campsite Permit from Mary May to Charles May approximately (1) one acre known as Lot 219, on Black Bayou, in Section 12, T22N, R15W, Odom Road, Hosston, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, with a motion by Mr. Walker and a second by Mr. Sims. The Board unanimously approved the President and Executive Director to attend the 85th Annual Meeting of the Association of Levee Boards of Louisiana on December 2-3, 2026, at the Westin Hotel in New Orleans, with a motion by Mr. Sims and a second by Mr. Baker. There was no Presidents Report. Executive Director, Mr. Furlong, presented his report to the Board on all office, field, and contracted projects, office expansion needs, collaborative meetings, workers compensation audit credit, and information reported by citizens. There was no Foresters Report. There was no Engineers Report. Board Attorney, Mr. Lattier, commented about ongoing issues and meetings with the power company. Mr. Lattier also expressed his recommendation for a Committee Meeting for a separate matter regarding Oil & Gas State of Louisiana Legacy Lawsuits. There was no Oil & Gas Report. There was no Legal Committee Report. There was no Equipment Report. President Harrison reported LA Senator, Thomas Pressly, is interested in seeking capital outlay funding for Bayou Pierre upkeep and recreation. With no further business or comments from Commissioners to be brought before the Board, Mr. Sims made a motion to adjourn, with a second by Mr. Baker The motion unanimously passed, and the meeting was adjourned. President Executive Director 12698335 10/11/26 ($180.80)

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to CITIFINANCIAL, INC., executed by MONTREL PIPKINS, and dated May 16, 2008, from dated until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same. Please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 70879-8379, (225) 756-0373. Publication Dates LLOU0611779

I, Corey Donnell Carter, have been convicted of indecent behavior with juveniles My address is: 428 Wichita St, Shreveport, LA 71101 Race: Black Sex: Male Age: 34 Height: 5'7" Weight: 150 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Parish of Notification: Caddo The Times: Oct 9, 11, 2026

I, Jeremy Clinton Richard, have been convicted of porn- ography involving juveniles (sexual motivation) My address is: 1126 Dalzell St, Shreveport, LA 71104 Race: White Sex: Male Age: 47 Height: 5'8" Weight: 185 Hair Color: Brown/Bald Eye Color: Hazel Parish of Notification: Caddo The Times: Oct 9, 11, 2026

Adjudicated Property Legal Ad LEGAL NOTICE City of Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Nathaniel Farmer, All Occupants THIS NOTICE BY PUBLICATION IS NOTIFICATION THAT YOU'RE RIGHTS OR INTEREST IN THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY LOCATED IN CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA MAY BE TERMINATED BY OPERATION OF LAW IF YOU DO NOT TAKE FURTHER ACTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW: LOT 7, BLK D, INGERSOLL HEIGHTS SUBN. 181436-004-0007-00, as per plat recorded in the conveyance records of Caddo Parish, Louisiana Tax sale title to the above described property has been sold for failure to pay taxes. You have been identified as a person who may have an interest in this property. Your interest in the property will be terminated if you do not redeem the property by making all required payments to the tax collector listed below or a file a lawsuit in accordance with law within (60 days) of the date of the first publication of this notice, or the recording of an act transferring ownership, if later. City of Shreveport Property Management Section Caddo Parish Sheriff Tax Dept Caddo Parish Courthouse October 11 2026 LLOU0607856

October 1, 2026 Dear Prospective Auditor : Please find enclosed a Request for Proposals for auditing services for the City of Tallulah, Louisiana. If your firm is interested in responding, please ensure all instructions are followed. Requests for Proposals SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION A. General Information The City of Tallulah is requesting Requests for Proposals (RFP) from qualified firms of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 and June 30, 2027 for its General Fund, Water Fund, Utility (Sewer) Fund, Street Fund, Section 8 Fund and supplemental Housing Authority. These audits are to be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards United States of America (GAAS) and the provisions of the federal Single Audit Act of 1984. There is no expressed or implied obligation for the City to reimburse responding firms for any expenses incurred in preparing the proposals. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted. At the Citys discretion, oral presentations may be requested as part of the evaluation process. Any inquiries regarding the RFP should be directed to ylewis@tallulah-la.gov or 318-574-0964. Two copies of the RFP submittals should be received by 5:00 pm on (DATE) to: Yvonne Lewis, Mayor, City of Tallulah, 204 N. Cedar Street, Tallulah, LA 71282 SECTION 2 NATURE OF SERVICES REQUIRED A. General The City is soliciting for the services of a qualified firm of certified public accountants to provide a Full Service including (but not limited to): 1. Independent Auditors Report 2. Managements Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) 3. Basic Financial Statements 4. Required Supplemental Information 5. Other Supplementary Information 6. Statewide Agreed Upon Procedures in conformance with the LouisianaLegislative Auditors (LLA) Statewide Agreed-Upon Procedures (SAUPs) B. Scope of Work to be Performed Audit of the primary government financial statements of the City in conformity with general accepted accounting standards accepted in the United States of America, including all properly classified funds of the primary government and issue an opinion on the fair presentation of its basic financial statements. The auditor is required to prepare all the financial statements (including statements of net position and statement of activities), the footnotes to the financial statements, the combining of individual fund financial statements and schedules, and required supplementary schedules for the City. C. Subcontracting Should any firm submitting consider subcontracting portions of the engagement, that fact must be clearly identified in the RFP, along with the names of the proposed subcontracting firms. E. Reports to be Issued Following the completion of the audit and preparation of the fiscal years comprehensive financial statements and supplemental audits (Housing Authority) the auditor shall issue: 1. Reports on the fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with GAAS 2. An oral management report to the Tallulah City Council, Tallulah City Clerk and Mayor. 3. A report on compliance with requirements applicable to each major fund and internal control over compliance in accordance with the Uniform Guidance. 4. Others, as requirements change, may be added as additional work, as covered in this RFP by the terms for such work. E. Report Preparation The auditor shall be solely responsible for all audit reports, including report preparation, editing, printing, binding, and audit letters. The final signed reports shall be reviewed by the City and submitted to the State of Louisiana prior to December 31 of each contract year. The City shall be delivered a copy in electronic format. The Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and related auditors' report, as well as the reports on the internal controls and compliance, are to be included where required by law. SECTION 3 PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS B. General Requirements TITLE PAGE AND TABLE OF CONTENTS (required) Transmittal Letter A signed letter of transmittal stating the Proposers understanding of the work to be done, the commitment to perform the work within a specified time period, a statement why the firm believes itself to be best qualified to perform the engagement, and a statement that the proposal is a firm and irrevocable offer for a minimum of 90 days. Mandatory elements to be included in the Transmittal Letter include (1) The audit firm is independent and licensed to practice in Louisiana, (2) The firm has no conflict of interest nor impairment to independence to the City, (3) The firm adheres to the instructions in this (4) all assigned personnel are properly licensed in Louisiana. The firm shall also provide information on the results of any federal or state desk reviews or field reviews of its audits during the past three (3) years. In addition, the firm shall provide information on the circumstances and status of any disciplinary action taken or pending against the firm during the past three (3) years with state regulatory bodies or professional organizations, if applicable. The Transmittal Letter shall include certification that the person signing the submitted proposal is authorized to represent the firm and authorized to sign a contract with the City. As such, the substance of the proposals will carry more weight than their form or manner of presentation. Technical Proposal Technical Proposal shall demonstrate the qualifications, competence and capacity of the firms (particularly assigned staff) seeking to undertake an independent audit of the City. It should specify an audit approach that will meet proposal requirements. To qualify, the firm must have extensive experience in audits of local governments, as well as experience with preparation of Comprehensive Financial Statements. SECTION 4 - Scoring Criteria The evaluators will use a 100-point formula during the review process to score proposals. The following represents the principal selection criteria, which will be considered during the evaluation process: Firms Qualifications 20 Points Identify the principal supervisory, management, staff and specialists who would be assigned to the audit and their licensure as a certified public accountant in Louisiana. Provide information on the governmental auditing experience of each person, including information on relevant continuing professional education for the past three (3) years. The firm should present a copy of the report on its most recent external quality control review. Firms Experience 30 Points Respondent or principals of the firm must have a minimum experience of ten (10) years of auditing experience and the firm should be listed on the Louisiana Legislative Auditors Approved list of certified auditing firms. Respondents should include a list of governmental bodies, including client name, type of audit and audit cost of municipalities showing performance on comparable government engagements, including control of costs, quality of work, and completion of work in a timely manner. Similar Engagements with Other Governmental Entities 30 Points List the most significant engagements performed in the last five (5) years that are similar to the engagement described in this request for qualifications and proposal. These engagements should indicate the scope of work, date, engagement partners, total hours, and the name and telephone number of the principal client contact. Approach and Methodology 10 Points Respondents should present an explanation of the audit methodology to be followed, to perform the services required in this request for proposal. Outline should include: (1) Proposed segmentation of the engagement (2) Level of staff to be assigned (3) Approach to be taken to gain an understanding of the Citys internal control structure (4) Approach to be taken in determining laws and regulations that will be subject to audit test work (5) Approach to be taken in drawing audit samples for purposes of tests of compliance (6) Computer software used (8) Any other approach and methodology information applicable The City shall provide office space and access to copier, fax, etc during audit fieldwork. Cost Proposal 10 Points The cost bid shall contain all pricing information relative to performing the audit engagement for each of the contract years as described in this request. 12683791 10/11 10/18/26 ($705.20)

PUBLIC NOTICE GENERATOR FOR SALE BY SEALED BID Notice is hereby given that G.B. Cooley is accepting sealed bids for the sale of a used generator. Generator Information: MTU Model 4R0120 DS125 Fuel Type: Diesel 125 kW, 60 Hz 139/240V, 3 Phase, 376 Amps Delta Wire Configuration 400 Amp Breaker Production Date: June 2021 Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS): Thompson Power Systems Model TS873A0400B1AY5 600V Max; usable at 600V, 480V, 240V, or 208V Currently configured for 240V 400 Amp, 1-3 Phase Production Date: March 2021 Fuel Tank: Double-Wall Sub-Base 460 Gallons Production Date: March 2021 The generator will be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties expressed or implied. Interested parties may inspect the generator by appointment. To schedule an inspection or obtain additional information, contact Chelsea Stanley at 318-397-6643. Sealed bids must include the bidder's name, contact information, and bid amount. The minimum bid is $40,000. Bids must be received no later than 12:00 PM on October 30, 2026, and should be clearly marked "Generator Bid." Bids may be submitted to: G.B. Cooley 211 N 3rd Street Monroe, LA 71201 G.B. Cooley reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding process. Payment must be made in full prior to removal. The successful bidder will be responsible for all costs and arrangements associated with removal and transportation of the generator. October 11, 18, 25 2026 LLOU0613238

Public Notice The Board of Directors of New Vision Learning Academy will meet on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The meeting will take place in the Multi-Purpose Room at 5:30 p.m. Monroe, LA. October 11 2026 LLOU0612598

LIQUOR LICENSE PERMIT Mi Rancho LLC d/b/a Mi Rancho LLC 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 Ouachita at the following address: 810 Jonesbore Rd West Monroe, LA 71292 Mi Rancho LLC d/b/a Mi Rancho LLC Member: Eduardo Hernandez Salazar and Jessica Lorraine Ramirez October 11 2026 LLOU0612437