Diocese of Shreveport Child Nutrition Program 3500 Fairfield Ave Shreveport LA 71104 (318) 219-7297 RFP Bidding for School Year 2026-2027 1. Food Products Bid 2. Milk Products Bid 3. Fresh Produce Bid 4. Pizza Companies Bid 5. Paper & Supplies Bid RFP's Bids are to be received by 12:00 p.m. CST on May 15, 2026. A Public Notice will be given if there is a change of date. "USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. 12236814 4/9 4/29/26 ($66.80)

PUBLIC NOTICE This is notice that the Succession of Billie Williamson Haynes, through its executrix Dianne Helms, on March 06, 2026, filed a Petition Filing Final Tableau of Distribution for Payment of Debts and Delivery of Legacies. Petition Filing Final Tableau of Distribution may be homologated after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of this publication. Any opposition to the Petition Filing Final Tableau of Distribution for Payment of Debts and Delivery of Legacies, must be filed prior to the homologation. Publication Dates LLOU0505976

CITY OF MONROE PLANNING & ZONING NOTICE is hereby given that a Regular Public Hearing will be held by the Monroe PlanningCommission for the City of Monroe on May 4, 2026, in the Council Chambers, First Floor,City Hall, Monroe, Louisiana at 5:30 p.m. to consider the following case(s): 1. APPLICANT: Laura Underwood CUP 101-26 This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (Major) to allow on-premises alcohol sales, for a nail salon, in the B-2 (Neighborhood Business) District. The property is located at 1851 Avenue of America. 2. APPLICANT: Katherine Zimmerman CUP 102-26 This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (Minor) to operate an educational facility (educational), for a tutoring facility, in the B-3 (General Business/Commercial) District. The property is located at 1103 Hudson Lane. 3. APPLICANT: Larry Bennett ANX 101-26 This is a request for annexation of an approximately 0.38-acre tract of land, more or less, located north of Blanks Avenue, south of DeSiard Street, east of Logan Lane and west of S. Inglewood Drive. (115 Logan Lane) 4. APPLICANT: Larry Bennett MA 101-26 This is a request for the zoning of an approximately 0.38-acre tract of land, more or less, from being located in Ouachita Parish to the R-1 (Single Family Residence) District, to encompass a residence. The property is located north of Blanks Avenue, south of DeSiard Street, east of Logan Lane and west of S. Inglewood. (115 Logan Lane) All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard. The proposed Ordinancesare on file and open to the public for inspection in the office of the Monroe Planning Commission, 1401 Stubbs Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana. Alyeasha C. Adams, P & Z Sr. Planner Planning Commission 4/27, 4/28, 4/29 ($405.69)

I, Claude James Chevis Jr, havebeen convicted of 14:42.1 FORCIBLE RAPE on Feb 25, 2005 My address is: 3852 Osage Trl, Church Point, LA 70525 Race: Black Sex: Male Date of Birth: 01/08/1984 Height: 6'0" Weight: 240 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown

JOSHUA KEITH LATIOLAIS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Joshua Keith Latiolais or potential heirs contact Kimberly Morrow, 111 N. Court St., Opelousas, La 70570. 337-580-1231 April 29 2026 LLOU0507926

I, Duane Clayton Bemrose II, have been convicted of 709.4 SEXUAL ABUSE-THIRD on Apr 14, 1999 709.4 SEXUAL ABUSE-THIRD on Apr 14, 1999 My address is: 1425 W Lafleur St, Melville, LA 71353 Race: White Sex: Male Date of Birth: 07/24/1975 Height: 6'1" Weight: 230 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Blue

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Board of Commissioners of Bellevue and Coulee Croche Gravity Drainage District No. 20 of St. Landry Parish, Louisiana (the "Governing Authority"), acting as the governingauthority of Bellevue and Coulee Croche Gravity Drainage District No. 20 of St. Landry Parish, Louisiana (the "District"), on March 3, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the District on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District 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: PROPOSITION (MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall Bellevue and Coulee Croche Gravity Drainage District No. 20 of St. Landry Parish, Louisiana (the "District"), continue to levy a special tax of 7.84 mills on all the property subject to taxation in the District (an estimated $210,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of 10 years, beginning with the year 2027 and ending with the year 2036, for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, operating and improving the Gravity Drainage Works in the District? The said special election will be held at the following polling places for the following, 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 24(PART) 24B 29(PART) 32(PART) 33(PART) 33A(PART) 34(PART) 41(PART) 41A(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 $24,400. Notice is further given that a portion of the monies collected from the tax described in the Proposition shall be remitted to certain state and statewide retirement systems in the manner required by law. 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 Bellevue and Coulee Croche Gravity Drainage District Office, 4766 I-49 N Service Road, Opelousas, Louisiana, on TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, at 5:00 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 District are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used. April 8, 15, 22, 29 2026 LLOU0472634

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received for the State of Louisiana by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, 150 Terrace Avenue, 4th Floor Conference Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802 until 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 16, 2026 ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS SHALL NOTIFY THE COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NOT LESS THAN SEVEN (7) DAYS BEFORE THE BID OPENING. FOR: Northwest Little Lake Marsh Creation, Increment 2 Project Lafourche Parish, Louisiana PROJECT NUMBER: BA-0260 Complete Bid Documents for this project are available in electronic form. They may be obtained without charge and without deposit from http://coastal.la.gov/resources/rfps-rsiqs-contracts/bids/. Printed copies can also be obtained from: COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY (CPRA) 150 Terrace Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Attn: Kayla Causey E-mail: cpra.bidding@la.gov Phone: (225) 342-9421 Fax: (225) 800-5599 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 NON-MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 150 Terrace Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70802 and via Microsoft Teams Webinar. You may register for the hybrid pre-bid meeting via Microsoft Teams at https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/61cb0996-c224-43f5-8673-5a4129628549@89b0b16b-677c-4e6f-a254-61311d5b4a86. The information to access meeting audio through computer, phone, or other device will be provided after registering through the link above. Contact Renee Bennett, at Renee.S.Bennett@la.gov or (225) 342-4592 if assistance is needed prior to the Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference. A pre-bid project site visit is highly-encouraged for those submitting a bid. Potential bidders shall refer to Landrights Map located in Appendix D of the Specifications. The Project Site is located on private land and requires at least 24 hours of notice prior to any Site Visit. Access to the Project Site will only be permitted by the landowner on any of the following dates, May 19, May 20, and May 21, 2026 and only during daylight hours. Landowner contact information can be obtained from CPRA Project Manager, Renee Bennett, at Renee.S.Bennett@la.gov or (225) 342-4592. Contractors shall provide their own boat transportation within the Project area for the Site Visit. Bids shall be accepted from Contractors who are licensed under LA. R.S. 37:2150-2192 for the classification Heavy Constructionor Dredging. In accordance with LA. R.S. 37:2165(C), anyone objecting to the classification must send a certified letter to both the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and the CPRA at the address listed above. The letter must be received no later than ten (10) working days prior to the day on which bids are to be opened. 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) calendar 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. Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority 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 Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority or on its website at http://www.coastal.la.gov/. STATE OF LOUISIANA, COASTAL PROTECTION AND RESTORATION AUTHORITY MICHAEL HARE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 12285848 4/29 5/6 5/13/26 ($227.80)

LAFOURCHE PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 P. O. BOX 156 RACELAND, LA 70394 BOARD MEETING March 4, 2026 President, Michael Garner called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M. and Secretary Russell Pierce, called the roll. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: President Michael Garner Vice President Conrad Harlan Secretary Russell Pierce Treasurer Andre' L. Danos Commissioner at Large Michael Foret COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None. Vacancy: One. Present: Volunteer President Angie Orgeron Chief Todd Detillier Assistant Chief Mike Rieth Assistant Chief Gregg Falgout Recording Secretary Lola Gisclair Guest: Danny Mayet, Aaron Griffin, Heather Gravois Mr. Garner led the Commissioners in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ms. Orgeron recited the Department Prayer. Prayer requests were made for the safety of our troops and for Mr. Arthur Cortez and Family. Assistant Chief Michael Rieth entered the meeting at 7:05 PM. High Tide Consultants, LLC - Mr. Brandon Shane Guin - Mr. Guin made his presentation on the bids he obtained for the concrete needed for the training center. He recommended the bid from Offshore Construction Co. at $455,558.61. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to accept the bid from Offshore Construction Co. at $455,558.61 for the concrete, motion carried. Mr. Halan abstained. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to authorize Mr. Michael Garner to sign the contract with Offshore Construction Co., motion carried. Mr. Harlan abstained. Minutes: Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to accept the minutes of February 4, 2026, Board Meeting, motion carried. Public Comments: None Treasurers Report: Mr. Danos reviewed the Budget with monthly to actual comparisons and discussed the February 2026 Financial Reports. Mr. Foret checked the checkbook and the bank reconciliation. He signed and approved January and February 2026. A.) LAMP - Mr. Danos reported that the beginning balance was $1,288,947.43. Theamount of interest for February, 2026, was $3,729.19. The ending balance was$1,292,676.59. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to accept the Treasurer's Report for February 2026, as presented, motion carried. Public Comments: None. Old Business: None. Volunteer's Report: President Angie Orgeron Ms. Orgeron submitted the minutes and the financial report for review and discussion. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to accept the Volunteer's Report as presented, motion carried. Public Comments: None. Ms. Orgeron left the meeting at 7:26 PM. Chiefs Report: Chief Detillier reported that the new tires are on the Ladder Truck. He stated that he is waiting to hear from Delta to see when they will pick up Engine 2 to do the repairs. He requested the purchase of two covers for the truck at a cost of about $200.00. He will schedule Engine 5 for repairs at ITA. He asked about the Check for Southern Signs that they never received. It apparently was lost in the mail. They were issued another check. The Bunker Gear is in. They are beginning to assign it to the Volunteers. He is waiting for the parts for Engine 1's Generator to come in. Assistant Chief Michael Rieth inquired about an ESO invoice to see if we received it. We haven't received it. This is for the Emergency Reporting Package. He will pay invoice with the company credit card and requested the reimbursement of $1,730.40. The District will reimburse the amount. Assistant Chief Falgout reported that the street lights are not working near Station 1, on St. Phillip Street and on Leonard Street. Ms. Gisclair will contact Entergy to repair them. He also had Tower Tech repair and straighten out the Antenna. We should be receiving an invoice. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to accept the Chief's Report as presented and approve the expenditures for the covers, $200.00 and ESO, $1,730.40, motion carried. A.) Training Center - Presentation by Mr. Guin 1.) Concrete - Bid was awarded to Offshore Construction Co. B.) Kitchen Work - Assistant Chief Falgout is checking on Contractors and working on getting quotes for the project. C.) Old Truck - Mr. Garner spoke to the Auditor and we can sell or donate the truck. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded to surplus the old truck, motion carried. A discussion was opened to see which fire department the truck would bedonated to. Mr. Danos motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded to donate the old truck to Evergreen FireDept. and they are responsible for the paperwork and to pick up the truck, motioncarried. Mr. Mayet will notify them. Public Comments: None. New Business: A.) Wex Bank - Fuel Card Statement - Mr. Garner requested the card only be used in anemergency. We are having billing issues. We are working to resolve the problem. He requested that the trucks go to Nocko's 3 for fuel. B.) Auditor's Attestation Questionnaire - We received the yearly Auditor's Attestation Questionnaire requesting that we complete and return this questionnaire promptly. RESOLUTION # 7453042026 Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, make Resolution # 7453042026 to complete and return the Auditor's Attestation Questionnaire for 2025 to Stagni & Co., and authorize Mr. Garner to sign the paperwork, motion carried. 4 Yeas 0 Nays 0 Absent District Board Members Comments: Mr. Foret reported that the toilets were installed at Station 2 & 3. He stated that the drain bed at Station 5 needs to be checked periodically. He obtained a quote for the repair of the roof leaks at Station 2. The quote was from Cajun Sheet Metal for $2,435.86. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to approve the repair of Station 2's roof by Cajun Sheet Metal for $2,435.86, motion carried. He stated that if any issues come up with the buildings to contact Russell Pierce. Mr. Garner reminded the Board Members to take their required classes. Public Comments: Chief Detillier stated that the Chicken Dinner and Parade will be heldSunday, March 22, 2026. Everyone is invited to attend. Adjournment: Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to adjourn theMeeting at 7:51 P.M., motioned carried. Mr. Garner reopened the Board Meeting at 7:52PM, to discuss an issue with the Alarm System that could not wait until the next meeting. He reported that the system needs to be changed. It is broken and outdated. The new one will cost $10,940.00, and would be installed by the same vendor. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to have Acadian Total Security install a new alarm system at a cost of $10,940.00, motion carried with 3 yeas, 1 nay. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:54 PM, motion carried. Michael Garner President Russell Pierce Secretary 4/29/26 ($233.35)

LAFOURCHE PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 P. O. BOX 156 RACELAND, LA 70394 BOARD MEETING February 4, 2026 President, Michael Garner called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. and Secretary Russell Pierce, called the roll. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: President Michael Garner Vice President Conrad Harlan Secretary Russell Pierce Treasurer Andre' L. Danos COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None. Vacancy: One. Present: Volunteer President Angie Orgeron Assistant Chief Gregg Falgout Recording Secretary Lola Gisclair Absent: Chief Todd Detillier Assistant Chief Mike Rieth Mr. Garner led the Commissioners in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ms. Orgeron recited the Department Prayer. Mr. Garner stated that he wanted to thank Mr. Michael Foret for his time on the Board of Commissioners. He will be missed. He is hoping that we get another Board member soon. Minutes: Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to accept the minutes of January 7, 2026, Board Meeting, motion carried. Public Comments: None Treasurers Report: Mr. Danos reviewed the Budget with monthly to actual comparisons and discussed the January 2026 Financial Reports. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to accept the Treasurer's Report for January 2026, as presented, motion carried. A.) LAMP - Mr. Danos reported that the beginning balance was $1,284,794.18. Theamount of interest for January, 2026, was $4,153.25. The ending balance was$1,288,947.43. Public Comments: None. Old Business: Volunteer's Report: President Angie Orgeron Ms. Orgeron submitted the minutes and the financial report for review and discussion. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to accept the Volunteer's Report as presented, motion carried. Public Comments: None. Ms. Orgeron left the meeting at 7:21 PM Chiefs Report: 1.) Old Truck - Mr. Garner will call Mr. Foret to see what he found out about the procedure and paperwork required to sell or donate the old truck. 2.) Kitchen Work - Assistant Chief Falgout is working on getting ideas on the renovations to be made and he will look into getting quotes for the next meeting. 3.) Training Center A.) Concrete - Assistant Chief Falgout stated that the last advertisement for bids was published yesterday. The consultant will have a pre-bid meeting with all the contractors who plan to bid. Once the bids are in, the consultant plans to award the bid two weeks after February 19, 2026. Assistant Chief Falgout requested the purchase of tires on State Contract for the Ladder Truck with Superior Tire for $4,137.00. He stated that Station # 2 has been repaired. He asked if Mr. Foret had obtained quotes for the toilets that need to be changed. Mr. Garner will ask him about it when he calls him to discuss old truck. Mr. Danos motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to accept the Chief's Report as presented, and to approve the purchase of tires for the Ladder Truck, for $4,137.00, motion carried. Public Comments: None. New Business: A.) Auditor's Letter - We received the yearly Auditor's letters requesting that we approve Stagni & Co., Auditor Angelique Barker to begin our 2025 Audit and also complete the SAUP Report required by the State Legislative Auditor. We also have a fee increase for the work. Mr. Pierce motioned, Mr. Harlan seconded, to approve Stagni & Co., Auditor Angelique Barker to begin the 2025 Audit, the SAUP Report, agree to the fee increase, and authorize Mr. Garner to sign both letters, motion carried. District Board Members Comments: None. Assistant Chief Falgout asked if we received an invoice for an ink cartridge purchased for the copy machine. Ms. Gisclair did receive it and sent payment. Public Comments: None. Adjournment: Mr. Pierce motioned, Mr. Harlan seconded, to adjourn the Meeting at 7:33 P.M., motioned carried. Michael Garner President Russell Pierce Secretary 4/29/26 ($147.85)

LAFOURCHE PARISH FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 P. O. BOX 156 RACELAND, LA 70394 BOARD MEETING January 7, 2026 President, Michael Garner called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. and Secretary Russell Pierce, called the roll. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: President Michael Garner Vice President Conrad Harlan Secretary Russell Pierce Treasurer Andre' L. Danos Commissioner at Large Michael Foret COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None. Vacancy: None. Present: Volunteer President Angie Orgeron Chief Todd Detillier Assistant Chief Mike Rieth Assistant Chief Gregg Falgout Recording Secretary Lola Gisclair Guests: Danny Mayet, Francis Plaisance,Alan Porche, Joe Anderson, Lucy Foret Mr. Garner led the Commissioners in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ms. Orgeron recited the Department Prayer. Minutes: Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to accept the minutes of December 3, 2025, Board Meeting, motion carried. Public Comments: None Treasurers Report: Mr. Danos reviewed the Budget with monthly to actual comparisons and discussed the December 2025 Financial Reports. Mr. Foret approved the checkbook balance and bank reconciliation for December 2025. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to accept the Treasurer's Report for December 2025, as presented, motion carried. A.) LAMP - Mr. Garner reported that the amount of interest for December on the LAMP account was $4,263.80. Year-to-date earnings are $66,022.58. The ending balance was $1,284,794.18. The interest rate at the beginning of the month was 4.12% and at the end of the month it was 3.88%. Public Comments: None. Old Business: A.) Bank Signatures - Mr. Garner stated that the paperwork is complete with all thesignatures and information the bank requires. He will bring it to the bank tomorrow. B.) Insurance - Mr. Garner met with Mr. Robert Riviere to discuss the insurancecoverage and premium. They discussed reducing the incident coverage deductibleto reduce the premium. Mr. Garner polled the Board on December 17, 2025, and allof the Board Members agreed to reduce the incident coverage deductible to bringthe premium down to $136,057.00. Volunteer's Report: President Angie Orgeron Ms. Orgeron submitted the minutes and the financial report for review and discussion. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to accept the Volunteer's Report as presented, motion carried. Public Comments: None. Ms. Orgeron left the meeting at 7:26 PM Chiefs Report: Chief Todd Detillier Chief Detillier reported that the hose testing is done. There were seven hoses lost. He stated that the air pack bottles were tested and they all passed. Chief Detillier reported that the Thermal camera came in and it was put in service on Engine 3. The Grand Marshall's Club reimbursed us. There was damage done to Station 2. Chief Detillier moved some of the trucks to other stations. Engine 3 is now old Engine 2 and is at Station 3. Old Engine 3 was repaired and is now Engine 30 reserve truck. The X-Engine 30 is at Station 8 stripped and ready to go. New Engine 2 is at Station 2. Engine 8 is back at Station 8. Mr. Foret stated that the Generator for Engine 1 is being repaired. Assistant Chief Falgout asked what the Board considered doing with X-Engine 30. Mr. Foret stated that he was checking into the process and paperwork to sell or donate the Truck. Chief Detillier is checking into purchasing new batteries and clips for the SCBAs. Mr. Harlan motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to accept the Chief's Report as presented, motion carried. A.) Training Center: Mr. Foret reported that the Contractor is waiting for the Fire Marshall to do his inspection. 1.) Concrete: Mr. Foret reported that the Engineer will advertise the bid January 20, January 27, and February 3, 2026. He plans to open bids on February 19, 2026. He will hold a pre-bid meeting at the site for all the contractors who plan to bid the week of February 2 to 6, 2026. He plans to award the bid two weeks after February 19, 2026. Notice to proceed will be in mid-March. They will have 75 days to do the work, putting substantialcompletion around late-May. The 45-day clear lien period would end in midJuly. Public Comments: None. District Board Members Comments: Mr. Danos requested permission for Company 5 to place a led sign at Station 5. The purpose of the sign is to keep district residents informed about activities, promote community safety, recruit members, and support community events we sponsor or participate in. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Pierce seconded, to authorize Company 5 to place a led sign at Station 5, motion carried. Ms. Gisclair requested the purchase of a new printer for the Commissioner's office. Mr. Foret motioned, Mr. Danos, seconded to allow Ms. Gisclair to purchase a new printer for $150.00 to $300.00, motion carried. Mr. Foret requested the expenditure of $2,172.90 to make the necessary repairs to Station 2. Mr. Pierce motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to approve the expenditure of $2,172.90, to repair Station 2, motion carried. Mr. Foret reported that the locks need to be replaced at Station 6 and Station 3. Mr. Foret stated that this was his last Board Meeting. He did not reapply for his position on the Board due to work conflict. He plans to keep helping Chief Detillier with the department. Chief Detillier stated that Company 3 requested new toilets at Station 3. Mr. Foret stated that Station 2 needed toilets as well. He will contact Comeaux Plumbing for a quote. Mr. Garner asked Assistant Chief Falgout to access the kitchen at Station 1, to see what work needs to be done and report it at the next Board meeting. Mr. Foret offered to keep helping Chief Detillier with the truck maintenance after his term expires, with Board approval. Mr. Pierce motioned, Mr. Danos seconded, to allow Mr. Foret to continue assisting Chief Detillier with the Truck maintenance after his term expires, motion carried. Public Comments: None. Adjournment: Mr. Danos motioned, Mr. Foret seconded, to adjourn the Meeting at 7:58 P.M., motioned carried. Michael Garner President Russell Pierce Secretary 4/29/26 ($214.90)