NOTICE TO BIDDERS SP# 1893 Sealed bids will be received by the Procurement Section of the Division of Administration, 1201 N. 3rd St., 2nd Floor, Suite 2-160, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at 10:00 A.M. for the following: RFx No. 3000026054, Storage Tank Repairs - DMA, 4/08/26 Bid proposal forms, information and specifications may be obtained by accessing the bid number in LaPac at www.doa.la.gov/doa/osp/ or from the procurement section listed above. No bids will be received after the date and hour specified. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities. $6.00 #076.26 3/26

NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF POLLOCK The Public Hearing is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026 at the Pollock Town Hall at 3911 Highway 8, Pollock, Louisiana at 6:00 p.m. This Public Hearing in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes 33:4762 et seq, the Town of Pollock "shall serve notice on the owner of the building or structure requiring him to show cause at a meeting of the governing authority, regular or special, why the building or structure should not be condemned." Anyone wishing to comment on the condemnation and possible subsequent demolition of these structures is invited to attend. The properties listed below are reported to be severely dilapidated and a risk to the health and well-being of the community. Further the structure's conditions are reported to be in violation of the 2015 International Property Maintenance Code. If condemned, the properties, in accordance with the State Statutes, LA R.S. 33:4761,4765 and 4766 (removal of Dangerous Structures), shall be demolished and the lots cleared of debris. The properties are vacant ana no tenant displacement will occur. If a decision of condemnation for the structure is made, this publication shall also serve as notice for owners to remove all possessions and belongings within thirty (30) days from the date of the Condemnation Hearing decision. Contact the Town Engineer at 318-473-2100 with questions. 2161 North Street 1631 Willet Street $34.00 #074.26 3/26

WHEREABOUTS NOTICE Anyone claiming to be or knowing the whereabouts of The Heirs of Loyd Bernard Harrison Jr., please contact Joseph P. Beck, III, Attorney at Law, 5529 Monroe Highway, Ball, Louisiana 71405, (318) 640-9202. $22.00 #073.26 3/26

Town of Montgomery Parish of Grant State of Louisiana Special Call Meeting Minutes March 20, 2026 4:30 P.M. Call to Order Mayor John "Nolan" John- son called the Town of Montgomery's regular council meeting to order at 4:30 P.M.at the Town of Montgomery's town hall's meeting room. Roll Call Present: Mayor John "Nolan" Johnson, Councilwoman Eleanor Sheffield, Councilwoman Jayme Freeman, Councilwoman Wendy Harrison, Councilwoman Teresa Trichel, and Councilman Jarrod Pinder. None Absent Pledge Mayor John "Nolan" Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation Mayor John "Nolan" Johnson led the Invocation Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Councilman Jarrod Pinder to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on March 13,2026. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Eleanor Sheffield. Motion passed with council members Pinder, Harrison, Sheffield, and Freeman voting in favor, and council member Trichel voting against. Public Comments/Citizens' Concerns No comments or concerns were made. New Business Councilwoman Wendy Harrison motioned to install new traffic signs for the town, and as they are installed, start purchasing street signs. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Jayme Freeman. Motion passed with council members Pinder, Harrison, Sheffield, and Freeman voting in favor, and council member Trichel voting against. Motion was made by Councilman Jarrod Pinder to adopt Resolution 2026B, written and read by Attorney Bonita Armour, authorizing the recission of the sale of firearms, establishing procedure for lawful disposition of firearms, authorizing execution of recission documents, and authorizing the issuance of refunds of purchase price for firearms. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Eleanor Sheffield. Motion passed with council members Pinder, Harrison, Sheffield, and Freeman voting in favor, and council member Trichel voting against Ratification of sales of vehicles was tabled. Motion was made by Councilwoman Eleanor Sheffield on the hiring of Cheryl Lutes as the Utility Clerk, pending background check, with hourly pay rate of$15.00. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Wendy Harrison. Motion passed with council members Pinder, Harrison, Sheffield, and Freeman voting in favor, and council member Trichel voting against. Bidding on Auction Vehicles by Montgomery Police Department was tabled. Mayor John "Nolan" Johnson asked if an Executive Session was needed, and all agreed that there was no need. Motion was made by Councilwoman Jayme Freeman to dismiss. Motion was seconded by Councilwoman Eleanor Sheffield. $30.00 #072.26 3/26

I, Jerrett Jamar Moore, have been convicted of 14:42 AGGRAVATED RAPE on Mar 10, 2025. My Address is: 608 PECAN DR. COLFAX, LA 71417 Race: Black Sex: Male Date of Birth : 01110/2006 Height: 5'6" Weight: 225 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown $50.00 #065.26 3/19, 3.26

Colfax, LA March 12, 2026 The Police Jury of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana, met in regular session at its meeting place, the Grant Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, 200 Main Street, Colfax, Louisiana, on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. The following members were present: Mr. Mark Ball, Mr. Cephas Bowie Jr., Mr. Roy Edwards, Mr. Johnny Jamison, Mr. Brandon DuBois, Mrs. Jennifer Murrell Futrell, Mrs. Charline Roberts, and Mr. Mike Merrell The following members were absent: None Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Mark Ball to open the agenda to public comments on agenda items. Motion carried unanimously. Sheriff Steven McCain requested to speak on item #6, Cedar Street. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Brandon DuBois to accept the minutes of the last meeting as published in the official journal. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Cade Bishop of Acadian Ambulance gave the monthly call report for February of 2026. Mr. Roy Danzy addressed the jury regarding the Michael D. Burns Shooting Complex. Property boundaries have been established through a survey proving that the Grant Parish Police Jury owns the tree line and thirty-five (35) feet beyond bordering the Judy Box property contrary to what Mr. Danzy had previously claimed. The tree line and sixty-seven (67) feet beyond on the side that borders the Ora Baxley property is also Police Jury property. He mentioned a bladder that was supposed to be installed in the ground many years ago (presumably when the landfill was opened) but that is no longer relevant as it was properly closed through the LDEQ. He also addressed the noise from the shooting. President Bowie requested that he follow proper procedures and address the MDBPSC Board of Control and allow them to address his issues. Sheriff Steven McCain also addressed the jury regarding false claims and statements Mr. Danzy has made regarding the shooting complex and the lengths the Sheriff’s Office has taken to help him. Mr. Andrew Coombs, Water Resources Planning Specialist with the USDA advised the jury that funds have been secured to begin the planning phase of the irrigation plan for Grant Parish. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to contract with the USDA and NRCS with Mr. Cephas Bowie, Jr. as the authorized signatory. Motion carried unanimously. Sheriff Steven McCain addressed the jury regarding Cedar Street. Due to the construction of a new structure for law enforcement and the foot traffic between the courthouse and the new structure, the Sheriff would like to purchase a portion of Cedar Street from the jury and utilize grant funds to close the area to through traffic. The jurors all agreed that if he had it surveyed and appraised, they would accept fair market value for the property. Motion by Mr. Roy Edwards, seconded by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell to amend the agenda to include a motion to approve the sale of Cedar Street (surveyed and appraised portion only) to the Grant Parish Law Enforcement District. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to approve the sale of Cedar Street (surveyed and appraised portion only) to the Grant Parish Law Enforcement District. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Matthew Melancon, CLECO, addressed the jury regarding the need for the jury to sign a Servitude Agreement for a portion of property on Airbase Road. Motion by Mr. Mike Merrell, seconded by Mr. Johnny Jamison to approve the president signing a Servitude Agreement with CLECO for a specific portion of Airbase Road. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell, seconded by Mrs. Charline Roberts to amend the agenda to include a motion to approve the two recommendations from the Personnel Committee to approve payment to the CGUD employee sent home without pay for child being sick and to uphold the termination of the CGUD employee. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to approve the two recommendations from the Personnel Committee to approve payment to the CGUD employee sent home without pay for child being sick and to uphold the termination of the CGUD employee. Yeas: Mr. Mark Ball, Mr. Roy Edwards, Mr. Mike Merrell, Mrs. Charline Roberts, and Mrs. Jennifer Futrell Nays: Mr. Brandon DuBois and Mr. Johnny Jamison Motion carried. Motion by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell, seconded by Mr. Brandon DuBois to adopt Resolution 08-2026; Calling a Special Election in Grant Parish June 27, 2026. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION: 08-2026 A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana, to authorize the renewal of special taxes therein, making application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection therewith. BE IT RESOLVED by the Police Jury of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), that: SECTION 1. Election Call. Subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission, and under the authority conferred by the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, including Article VI, Section 26 thereof, the applicable provisions of the Louisiana Election Code, and other constitutional and statutory authority, a special election is hereby called and ordered to be held in the Parish on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, between the hours of seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, and at the said election there shall be submitted to all registered voters qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and laws of this State and the Constitution of the United States, the following propositions, to-wit: PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 1 OF 3 (HEALTH UNIT MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 2.07 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $167,300 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of maintaining a Health Unit, Coroner’s Office, and other miscellaneous expenses incurred in the operation of these? PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 2 OF 3 (COURTHOUSE MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 3.22 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $260,200 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of maintaining the Parish Courthouse and all Courthouse Annex Buildings? PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 3 OF 3 (ROADS & BRIDGES MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 8.61 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $695,800 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of constructing, improving, repairing and maintaining public roads and bridges, title to which shall be in public? SECTION 2. Publication of Notice of Election. A Notice of Special Election shall be published in the official journal of the Parish once a week for four consecutive weeks, with the first publication to be made not less than forty-five (45) days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the date of the election, which Notice shall be substantially in the form attached hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated herein by reference the same as if it were set forth herein in full. Notwithstanding the foregoing, prior to the publication of the Notice of Election, the President is authorized and directed to make any amendments to the foregoing propositions that may be required to comply with any state or federal regulatory agencies. SECTION 3. Canvass. This Governing Authority shall meet at its regular meeting place, the Grant Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, 200 Main Street, Colfax, Louisiana, on THURSDAY, JULY 9, 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 results of the said special election. SECTION 4. Polling Places. The polling places for the precincts in the Parish are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, will be the same persons as those designated in accordance with law. SECTION 5. Election Commissioners; Voting Machines. The officers designated to serve as Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners pursuant to Section 4 hereof, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, shall hold the said special election as herein provided, and shall make due returns of said election for the meeting of the Governing Authority to be held as provided in Section 3 hereof. All registered voters in the Parish will be entitled to vote at the special election, and voting machines shall be used. SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The Secretary-Treasurer of the Governing Authority is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to arrange for and to furnish to said election officers in ample time for the holding of said election, the necessary equipment, forms and other paraphernalia essential to the proper holding of said election and the President and/or Secretary-Treasurer of the Governing Authority are further authorized, empowered and directed to take any and all further action required by State and/or Federal law to arrange for the election. SECTION 7. Furnishing Election Call to Election Officials. Certified copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines of Grant Parish and the Registrar of Voters of Grant Parish, as notification of the special election, in order that each may prepare for said election and perform their respective functions as required by law. SECTION 8. Application to State Bond Commission. Application is made to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to hold the special election as herein provided, and in the event said election carries for further consent and authority to continue to levy and collect the special taxes provided for therein. A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the State Bond Commission on behalf of this Governing Authority, together with a letter requesting the prompt consideration and approval of this application. SECTION 9. Employment of Counsel. This Governing Authority finds and determines that a real necessity exists for the employment of special counsel on matters related to the special election, and accordingly, Foley & Judell, L.L.P., is hereby employed as special counsel for said purpose for a term not exceeding one (1) year from the date of this resolution. The fee to be paid said special counsel shall be an amount computed at hourly rate based on the Attorney General’s then current Maximum Hourly Fee Schedule, not to exceed $2,000 in the aggregate, together with reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses, and payment for the work herein specified is hereby approved without further action of this Governing Authority as and when invoices are presented. The scope of this legal representation does not involve federal claims. This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows: YEAS: Mr. Brandon DuBois, Mr. Johnny Jamison, Mr. Cephas Bowie Jr., Mrs. Jennifer Futtrell, Mr. Mark Ball, Mrs. Charline Roberts, Mr. Mike Merrell, Mr. Roy Edwards NAYS: None ABSENT: None And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 12th day of March, 2026. Jessie Pace, Secretary-Treasurer Cephas Bowie Jr., President EXHIBIT “A” NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Police Jury of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), on March 12, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the Parish on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the Parish 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 propositions, to-wit: PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 1 OF 3 (HEALTH UNIT MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 2.07 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $167,300 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of maintaining a Health Unit, Coroner’s Office, and other miscellaneous expenses incurred in the operation of these? PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 2 OF 3 (COURTHOUSE & JAIL MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 3.22 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $260,200 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of maintaining the Parish Courthouse and all Courthouse Annex Buildings? PARISHWIDE PROPOSITION NO. 3 OF 3 (ROADS & BRIDGES MILLAGE RENEWAL) Shall the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), continue to levy a special tax of 8.61 mills on all property subject to taxation in the Parish (an estimated $695,800 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 2028 and ending with the year 2037, for the purpose of constructing, improving, repairing and maintaining public roads and bridges, title to which shall be in public? The said special election will be held at each and every polling place in the Parish, 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. The polling places at the precincts in the Parish 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 $37,500. Notice is further given that a portion of the monies collected from the taxes described in the Propositions 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 Grant Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, 200 Main Street, Colfax, Louisiana, on THURSDAY, JULY 9, 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 results of the said special election. All registered voters of the Parish are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used. STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF GRANT I, the undersigned Secretary-Treasurer of the Police Jury of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), the governing authority of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana (the “Parish”), do hereby certify that the foregoing pages constitute a true and correct copy of the proceedings taken by the Governing Authority on March 12, 2026, ordering and calling a special election to be held in the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana, to authorize the renewal of special taxes therein, making application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection therewith. IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature at Colfax, Louisiana, on this, the 12th day of March, 2026. (s) Jessie Pace Secretary-Treasurer Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Johnny Jamison to adopt Ordinance 02/2026; Notice of Sale of Real Estate Property at Public Auction, 641 Rowena Street, Montgomery, LA 71454. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO: 02-2026 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PUBLIC AUCTION 641 ROWENA STREET, MONTGOMERY, LA 71454 WHEREAS, Grant Parish Police Jury owns the following describe property describe below and in Exhibit A: Lots Nine (9) and Ten (10) and Eleven (11) of Block Eight (8) of the Village of Montgomery, in Grant Parish, Louisiana, together with all improvements thereon situated. being the same property acquired by the District by Ordinance No. 18 from the Village of Montgomery, Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of said Village on June 22, 1954, and Quitclaim Deed signed December 11, 1954, purchasing the following lot: Lot Eleven (11) of Block Eight (8) of the Village of Montgomery, in Grant Parish, Louisiana, together with all improvements thereon situated. together will all buildings, structures, and improvements now or hereafter erected on the foregoing site and all machinery, devices, apparatus, equipment, fixtures, appurtenances, or other property whatsoever now or hereafter attached to or installed in the buildings and other improvements now erected or hereafter erected on the foregoing site, including, but not limited to, all heating, plumbing, lighting, water heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment, utility lines and equipment (whether owned individually or jointly with others), and sprinkler systems, all fixtures, accessions and appurtenances thereto, and all renewals or replacements of or substitutions for any of the foregoing, all of which property and things are hereby declared to be permanent fixtures and accessories to the foregoing site; all easements and rights of way used in connection with the foregoing site or as a means of ingress to or egress from said property; all interests of the District in and to any streets, ways, alleys, and/or strips of land adjoining the foregoing site or any part thereof; all rights, estates, powers and privileges appurtenant or incident to the foregoing; and all existing or future furniture, furnishings, equipment, and any and all other movables of any kind or character now or hereafter placed from time to time in or upon the foregoing site, and all rents, issues and profits thereof. WHEREAS, the property described above and in Exhibit A has been has determined no longer needed for a public purpose and has been declared surplus by the Grant Parish Police Jury, and WHEREAS, the Grant Parish Police Jury is the owner of immovable property and all improvements thereon, located at 641 Rowena Street, Montgomery, Louisiana, 71454, and WHEREAS, Grant Parish Police Jury desires to sell the property to a buyer with the stipulation that the buyer must agree to maintain a medical facility for the benefit of the community, and WHEREAS, selling this property will allow the Grant Parish Police Jury to comply with Louisiana state law regarding the disposition of the surplus property, and WHEREAS, the fair market value is determined to be ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($155,000.00) in accordance with an appraisal thereof dated 8/29/2025, and WHEREAS, Article VII, §14 of the Louisiana Constitution of 1974, provides that except as otherwise provided, the property or things of value of Grant Parish Police Jury shall not be loaned, pledged, or donated to or for any person, association, or corporation, public or private, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the real property hereinafter described will be offered for sale by the Grant Parish Police Jury to the highest responsible bidder at a public auction to be conducted by Mrs. Ruth Descant, Grant Parish Sheriff’s Office, at 3:00 pm, on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Grant Parish Courthouse in the Grant Parish Police Jury Meeting Room, in Colfax, LA 71417. THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that said surplus property be disposed of pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statute 33:4712, for a minimum price of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($155,000.00), and BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that if any provision of this ordinance shall be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions herein which can be given effect without the invalid provision and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. WHEREUPON THIS ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED TO A VOTE AND RESULTED IN THE FOLLOWING: YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 0 AN D THIS ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED ON THIS 12th DAY OF March, 2026. Jessie Pace Secretary-Treasurer Grant Parish Police Jury Cephas Bowie, Jr., President Grant Parish Police Jury CERTIFICATE I, Jessie Pace, Secretary/Treasurer of the Grant Parish Police Jury, do hereby certify the forgoing is a true and correct copy of an Ordinance adopted by the said Police Jury in a regular session on the 12TH day of March, 2026, at which a quorum was present. Jessie Pace, Secretary/Treasurer Grant Parish Police Jury Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to enter into a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs for 2026. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Johnny Jamison to adopt Proclamation 07-2026; Fair Housing Month. Motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATION 07-2026 WHEREAS, the 58th Anniversary of the National Fair Housing Law, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, during the month of April, is an occasion for all Americans – individually and collectively – to rededicate themselves to the principle of freedom from housing discrimination whenever it exists. WHEREAS, this law guarantees for each citizen that critical, personal element of freely of choosing a home; and WHEREAS, a fair housing law has been passed by the State of Louisiana, and implementation of the law requires the positive commitment, involvement, and support of each of our citizens; and WHEREAS, the department and agencies of the State of Louisiana are to provide leadership in the effort to make fair housing not just an idea, but an ideal for all our citizens; and WHEREAS, barriers that diminish the rights and limit the options of any citizen to freely choose a home will ultimately diminish the rights and limit the options of all... NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE Grant Parish Police Jury does hereby proclaim the month of April 2026, as FAIR HOUSING MONTH in the Parish of Grant, and do hereby encourage all citizens to abide by the letter and spirit of the Fair Housing Law, and ask the citizens of this parish to join in reaffirming the obligation and commitment to fair housing opportunities for all. Jessie Pace, Secretary-Treasurer Cephas Bowie Jr., President STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF GRANT I, Jessie Pace, Parish Manager of the Grant Parish Police Jury do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a Proclamation adopted by the said Police Jury in regular session on the 12th day of March, 2026. GIVEN UNDER MY OFFICIAL SIGNATURE and Seal of Office on this the 12th day of March, 2026. Jessie Pace Parish Manager -Sec/ Treas. Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to adopt Resolution 09-2026 National Community Development Week. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION: 09-2026 NATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WEEK WHEREAS, the week of April 6 – April 10, 2026 has been designated as National Community Development week. Grant Parish has been a participant in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program which funds public infrastructure, economic development, and housing programs in this community, and WHEREAS, in this community and communities throughout the nation, forty-eight years of Community Development Block Grant Program funding has developed a strong relationship between this local government and its residents, principally those of low-to-moderate income, and WHEREAS, this community recognizes that the Community Development Block Grant Program is a partnership of federal, state, and local government and community and business efforts, and that the services funded by the CDBG Program relies heavily on the dedication and good will of our combined efforts, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that during National Community Development Week 2026, this community will give special thanks and recognition to all participants whose hard work and devotion to the neighborhoods and their low-and moderate-income residents help ensure the quality and effectiveness of the community Development Block Grant Program, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this community, along with the service providers and others whose names are appended to this resolution, hereby petition the U.S. congress and Administration to recognize the outstanding work being done locally and nationally by the community Development Block Program, and of its vital importance to the community and to the people who lived in its lower income neighborhoods, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be conveyed to the appropriate elected and appointed officials of the federal government and that this community’s name be added to the roll of those committed to the preservation and full funding of the Community Development Brock Grant Program and maintenance of its essential features over the course of the next session of Congress Passed, approved, and adopted this 12th day of March, 2026. Jessie Pace, Secretary-Treasurer Cephas Bowie Jr., President CERTIFICATE I, Jessie Pace, Secretary/Treasurer of the Grant Parish Police Jury, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of a Resolution passed, approved and adopted by the Grant Parish Police Jury on the 12th day of March, 2026. Jessie Pace Secretary – Treasurer Grant Parish Police Jury Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell to adopt Proclamation 08-2026; Administrative Professionals Day. Motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATION: 08-2026 ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL DAY WHEREAS, Administrative Professionals Day highlights the major contributions of all administrative professionals to business and government; and, WHEREAS, the work of administrative professionals requires advanced knowledge and expertise in communications, computer software, office technology, project management, organization, customer service, and other vital office management responsibilities; and, WHEREAS, Administrative Professionals play an essential role in coordinating the office operations of businesses, government, educations institutions and other organizations; and, WHEREAS, Administrative Professionals Day is observed annually in workplaces around the world to recognize the important contributions of administrative support staff; and, WHEREAS, Administrative Professionals Day celebrates and sheds light on the administrative professionals devoted and valued work as well as the important contributions that they make each year to our work place; and, NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Grant Paish Police Jury does hereby proclaim that April 26, 2026 shall be known as “administrative Professional Day” saluting all the amazing administrative professionals who positively contribute to offices within this community, as well as dedicate themselves to the administrative profession. Jessie Pace, Secretary-Treasurer Cephas Bowie Jr., President STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF GRANT I, Jessie Pace, Parish Manager of the Grant Parish Police Jury do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a Proclamation adopted by the said Police Jury in regular session on the 12th day of March, 2026. GIVEN UNDER MY OFFICIAL SIGNATURE and Seal of Office on this the 12th day of March, 2026. Jessie Pace Parish Manager -Sec/ Treas. Motion by Mr. Mike Merrell, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to advertise for bids on materials including but not limited to the following: Cold Mix - State Specifications by Ton FOB Plant Delivered to GPPJ maintenance shop 1141 landfill Rd., Dry Prong, La Hot Mix - State Specifications by Ton C-1, C-2, C-3, Maintenance Gravel - State Specifications by Ton FOB Plant Delivered to GPPJ maintenance shop 1141 Landfill Rd., Dry Prong, La # 2 Diesel - Off Road and On Road AC-10 State Specifications MC-30 State Specifications CRS-2 Emulsion Culverts – Metal and Plastic Grader Blades Retread Tires Tires & Tubes 610 Stone. #8 Stone, Rip Rap State Specifications by Ton FOB Plant Delivered to GPPJ maintenance shop 1141 Landfill Rd. Dry Prong, La Milled Iron Ore FOB Plant Delivered to GPPJ maintenance shop 1141 Landfill Rd. Dry Prong, La Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Roy Edwards to use capital improvement funds from District 3 to overlay the remaining portion of Sparrow Lane. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell to use capital improvement funds from District 6 to overlay Waggoner from Hwy 165 to the beginning of the chip seal. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Mike Merrell, seconded by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell to split ACT 461 funds to complete Prospect Road with the remaining balance to equally come out of Capital Improvement funds from Districts 4 and 7. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Mike Merrell, seconded by Mrs. Jennifer Futrell to use Capital Improvement Funds from District 7 for Bob Frazier Road, Willett Loop, and Dry Prong Creek Road. Motion carried unanimously. Jurors discussed changing the CD’s and Capital Improvement accounts at Colfax Bank to savings account with an interest rate match condition. All jurors agreed to leave the accounts at Colfax Bank instead of changing to Louisiana Asset Management Pool. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Brandon DuBois to select the following dates for advertising and accepting applications for the Registrar of Voters vacancy. Motion carried unanimously. Ads are running 4/2/2026, 4/9/2026, 4/16/2026, & 4/23/2026 Applications are due no later than 3:00 pm on April 30th Jurors can review applicants the week of May 4th  Interviews will be scheduled during a special meeting May 19th (tentatively beginning at 3:00) Selection will be announced at the June 11th meeting Mr. Cody Gongre, Roads Superintendent, addressed the jury regarding completed and upcoming projects for the Roads Department. Motion by Mr. Mark Ball, seconded by Mr. Brandon DuBois to pay bills as funds become available. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Mr. Brandon DuBois, seconded by Mr. Mark Ball to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Disclaimer: These minutes are not official until adopted by the jury at the next meeting. $ #075.26 3/26

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES Village of Robeline, Louisiana Town Council Meeting Thursday, March 19, 2026 6:00 P.M. The “Pledge of Allegiance” was recited after the invocation by Courtney Freeman. Call to order was made by Mayor Gordon O’Con. Roll call was as follows; Mayor Gordon O’Con, Alderman Rodney French, and Alderwoman Lovace Sowell. Alderwoman Martha Solice was absent. Also, in attendance was: Chief Shelby Borders, Asst. Chief Tommy Fatheree, Courtney Freeman, Brad with MML&H, Frances and James Walker. Clerk Celeste O’Con then read the minutes from the Town Council Meeting that was held on February 19, 2026. Alderman Rodney French made a motion to accept the minutes. Alderwoman Lovace Sowell seconded said motion. The vote was as follows: Yeas: 2 Nays: 0 Absent: 1 MOTION PASSED Mayor asked for comments and there were none. Clerk Celeste O’Con then read the February 2026 Income and Expense Report. Alderwoman Lovace Sowell made motion to accept the report. Alderman Rodney French seconded said motion. The vote was as follows: Yeas: 2 Nays: 0 Absent: 1 MOTION PASSED. Mayor asked for comments and there were none. Under Old Business, Brad with MML&H gave an update on the Sewer System Project. Having no further business, Alderwoman Lovace Sowell made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Rodney French seconded said motion. The vote was as follows: Yeas: 2 Nays: 0 Absent: 1 MOTION PASSED. Mayor asked for comments and there were none. Celeste O’Con, Clerk for the Village of Robeline, Louisiana $35.00 160.26 3/26/26 ******

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING A public meeting will be held as follows: DATE: April 13, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM PLACE OF MEETING: Goldonna Town Hall AGENDA: Call to order Roll Call New Business: 1. Ordinance to establish and designate property standards within the Village of Goldonna, Louisiana. Adjournment Clerk, Village of Goldonna Post Office Box 216 Goldonna, LA 71031 In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Mayor Gayle Cloud at 318-471-9559 describing the assistance that is necessary. ORDINANCE NO. 1 of 2025 BE IT ORDAINED THAT THE TOWN COUNCIL IS ESTABLISHING AND DESIGNATING THE PUBLIC STREETS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY WITHIN THE VILLAGE OF GOLDONNA, LOUISIANA, IN ACCORDANCE WITH A MAP DESIGNATED AS THE T. J. STEPHENS MAP. WHEREAS, the Village of Goldonna, Louisiana, desires to clearly define and establish the public streets and rights-of-way within its boundaries; and WHEREAS, there exists a map created circa 1960, hereinafter referred to as "the T. J. STEPHENS MAP," which depicts the layout of streets within the Village as it existed at that time; and WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and in the public interest to formally recognize and designate these streets as public streets and rights-of-way of the Village of Goldonna; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Village Council of the Village of Goldonna, Louisiana, in due session convened, that: SECTION 1: ESTABLISHMENT OF PUBLIC STREETS The following described thoroughfares, as depicted on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, are hereby established and designated as public streets and rights-of-way of the Village of Goldonna, Louisiana: TALLY STREET: Commencing at its intersection with ASH STREET, and extending generally in an Easterly direction to its intersection with NORTH GOODWILL STREET. As depicted on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP, with modification on the west end. MAIN AVENUE: Commencing at its intersection with NORTH GOODWILL STREET, and extending generally in a Westerly direction to its intersection with ASH STREET AND SAVELL ROAD. As depicted on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP. ASH STREET: Commencing at its intersection with MAIN AVENUE, near downtown, and extending generally in an Northerly direction to its intersection, again, with MAIN AVENUE and SAVELL ROAD on the north end. As depicted on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP. VINE STREET: Commencing at its intersection with TALLY STREET, and extending generally in a Southward direction to its intersection with MAIN AVENUE on the South end. OLIVE STREET: Commencing at its intersection with MAIN AVENUE, and extending generally in a Northerly direction and ending next to the home of Dianne Paul. SECTION 2: RIGHTS-OF-WAY The public streets established in Section 1 shall have the rights-of-way as generally depicted on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP. Where specific right-of-way widths are indicated on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP, those widths are hereby recognized. Where specific widths are not indicated, the right-of-way shall be the area visibly and clearly utilized as a public thoroughfare on the T. J. STEPHENS MAP. Any future determination of exact right-of-way boundaries shall be based on historical records, surveys, and applicable Louisiana law. SECTION 3: OFFICIAL MAP The T. J. STEPHENS MAP, is hereby declared to be an official record of the Village of Goldonna and shall be maintained in the official records of the Village Clerk. SECTION 4: FUTURE MODIFICATIONS Any future alterations, additions, or abandonments of public streets or rights-of-way within the Village of Goldonna shall be enacted by subsequent ordinances of the Village Council in accordance with applicable Louisiana law. SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY If any provision of this Ordinance shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Ordinance, and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall become effective upon its passage and publication as required by law. ADOPTED this ___ day of _____, 2025. $65.00 159.26 3/26/26

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Pursuant to La. R.S. 9:4759 Bayou Vista Mini Storage, located at 515 Fairgrounds Rd., Natchitoches, LA 71457, Lot 4, will conduct a public auction at Lot 25 of Bayou Vista Mini Storage, on April 9th 2026, at 10:00 am to satisfy the owner’s privilege on the Lessee Echo Aaron’s personal property stored in unit 25. The following personal property will be sold to the highest qualified bidder: two table saws; a pressure washer; two leaf blowers; multiple hand tools; jacks; vacuum cleaners; and boxes of flooring. All property must be purchased and removed by purchaser. All items sold “as is, where is,” with no warranties expressed or implied. Owner reserves the right to set minimum bids, to refuse any bid, and to withdraw the unit from the sale for any reason permitted by law, including if the occupant pays the amounts due prior to sale. Payment is to be made in cash at the time of the sale. Please contact Briana McMurry for more information and/or questions at 318-736-0400. $17.00 158.26 3/26/26

NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALL MEETING A Special Call Meeting was held on March 24, 2026 at The Village of Natchez Town Hall, 219 Main Street, Natchez, LA 71456 at 6:00PM to approve Resolution 002-2026 MWPP Audit. $12.00 156.26 3/26/26

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES OF THE RED RIVER WATERWAY COMMISSION MEETING February 18, 2026 10:00 AM RED RIVER WATERWAY COMMISSION 5941 HWY 1 BYPASS NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting of the Red River Waterway Commission was called to order by Chair Designee, Troy Roussell, in the Board Room of the Red River Waterway Commission Office located at 5941 Highway 1 By-Pass in Natchitoches, Louisiana. 2. ROLL CALL Roll was called and a quorum was present. Others in attendance were asked to identify themselves and offer any comments they may have regarding the agenda. However, no comments were offered. Present: Chair Designee, Troy Roussell, Commissioner William R. Altimus, Commissioner Versa Clark, Commissioner David L. Crutchfield, II, Commissioner Michael P. Deville, Commissioner Charles R. Greer, Commissioner James F. Maxey, Commissioner Kenneth Richardson, Commissioner Michael Simpson. Absent: Commissioner John F. Earles, Commissioner Paul Fleming, and Commissioner Ronald Lattier. RRWC Staff Members Present: Mr. Colin Brown - Executive Director, Mr. Marcus Long - Operations & Maintenance Director, Ms. Stephanie Bonnette - Executive Assistant, Mr. Kyle Smith - Engineering Supervisor, Mr. Greg Upton - Legal Counsel. 3. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Others Present: Red River Valley Association Executive Director Josh McClintock. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD PURSUANT TO LRS 42:14 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA By motion of Commissioner Altimus, seconded by Commissioner Clark, the amended agenda was unanimously approved. Comments from the public were called for, however, none were offered. 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES By motion of Commissioner Clark seconded by Commissioner Crutchfield, the minutes of the January 21, 2026 meeting were unanimously approved. 7. TREASURER'S REPORT By motion of Commissioner Crutchfield, seconded by Commissioner Simpson, the Expenditures, Financial Statements, and Fund Balance Report for December 2025, and Expenditures, Financial Statements, Fund Balance and Investment Reports for January 2026, were unanimously approved. 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS a) Contracts Consideration of Proposals Office Roof Replacement: By motion of Commissioner Clark, seconded by Commissioner Crutchfield, the Commission unanimously approved awarding bid to Coleman Roofing & Construction Gonzales, LLC in the amount of $122,000.00 along with a corresponding budget amendment. b) Land Management & Legal Affairs Consideration of Award of Land Lease Extension/Lock & Dam 2/Part of Tract 1/132.6 Acres: By motion of Commissioner Deville, seconded by Commissioner Altimus, the Commission unanimously approved the 5-year lease extension to Sanford Guillory and Charles Bob Stevens for $16,527.50 for the 5-year term. c) Recreation Consideration of Approval of Revisions to Use Permits: By motion of Commissioner Greer, seconded by Commissioner Clark, the Commission unanimously approved the revisions to the Use Permits policy as presented, giving authorization to staff in approval of requests. Recreation Area Status Report - Mr. Marcus Long highlighted the prepared report provided in the meeting packet, noting that there had been 67,000 visitors to the District recreation areas during the month of January 2026. Updated maintenance items include, but not limited to: • Regular on-going maintenance d) Ports - None e) Public Awareness & Marketing - None f) Personnel - None g) Revenue, Banking & Budget Consideration of 2025 Audit Compliance Questionnaire: By motion of Commissioner Crutchfield, seconded by Commissioner Deville, the Commission unanimously approved the 2025 questionnaire and authorized Executive Director, Colin Brown, and the Secretary-Treasurer to execute the document. h) Legislative - None 9. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT • Red River Valley Executive Director, Josh McClintock • BassMaster Classic March 13-15, 2026 10. STATUS OF RIGHTS-OF-WAY/ENGINEERING REPORT - Prepared reports were provided in the meeting packets. • Multiple park projects in progress: 1North Adventure Trails phases 1C, E, and F, Fort Buhlow, St. Maurice, Teague Parkway and Dog Park 11. GENERAL COUNSEL REPORT - None 12. CORPS OF ENGINEERS REPORT - None 13. RED RIVER VALLEY ASSOCIATION - None 14. OTHER BUSINESS - None 15. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - None 16. EXECUTIVE SESSION a) Discuss Privileged Matters Pursuant to Louisiana Code of Evidence Article 506: By motion of Commissioner Crutchfield, seconded by Commissioner Simpson and unanimously approved, the Commission entered into Executive Session to discuss the following matters of litigation. Immediately following Executive Session, by motion of Commissioner Crutchfield, seconded by Commissioner Altimus and unanimously approved, the Commission entered into Regular Session. 17. The Commission Moved to Amend the Agenda: By motion of Commissioner Cark, seconded by Commissioner Crutchfield, the Commission unanimously approved amending the agenda to add item 17b to read as follows: Consideration of Nomination to Coordinated Use of Resource for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and Transportation Authority. b) Consideration of Nomination to Coordinated Use of Resource for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and Transportation Authority (Authority): By motion of Commissioner Clark, seconded by Commissioner Simpson, and with the abstention of Commissioner Altimus, the Commission approved the nomination and appointment of Commissioner William “Bill” Altimus to the “Authority”. 18. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to conduct at this time, by motion of Commissioner Greer, seconded by Commissioner Richardson, and unanimously approved, the meeting was adjourned. $83.00 155.26 3/26/26

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES NATCHITOCHES FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NUMBER 7 Monday, March 02, 2026 The meeting was called to order at 7:17 PM by Chairman Richard Bruce. Board Members Present: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Others Present: Toby Carnline, and Tammy Broadway. Board Members Absent: Chris Lewis and Tristan Graves. Minutes presented from January 2026. Motion to approve minutes by Anthony Freeman, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Minutes presented from February 2026. Motion to approve minutes by Anthony Freeman, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Financial Report presented from January and February 2026. Motion to approve report by Josh Moak, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. PUBLIC COMMENT: None OLD BUSINESS: 1. Close Doug Ensinger’s City Bank Credit Card. Still Open PUBLIC COMMENT: None NEW BUSINESS 1. Approve to Open Bids on the repair of the parking lot at Station #1 located in Robeline, LA (Wanting to build a cement apron across front of building that doesn’t have cement). Motion by Josh Moak, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. 2. Table until next month review and approve changing ATT current internet and phone services to wireless internet and phone services possibly with another company. Motion by Josh Moak, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: Dennis Broadway. 3. Tabled Approve to move money in the amount of $200,000.00 from District No 7’s checking account to District No 7’s savings account at City Bank and Trust Company. Motion by Anthony Freeman, 2nd Josh Moak. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. 4. Add to the Agenda to Approve to proceed with Audit Engagement. Motion by Dennis Broadway, 2ND Josh Moak. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. 5. Approve to proceed with Audit Engagement. Motion by Dennis Broadway, 2ND Josh Moak. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. 6. Review and Approve to 2026 1st Quarter Budget. Motion by Dennis Broadway, 2ND Anthony Freeman. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. 7. Approve to pay bills for March 2026 Motion by Anthony Freeman, 2ND Oscar Ensinger. Yeas: Anthony Freeman, Dennis Broadway, Josh Moak, and Oscar Ensinger. Nays: None. Abstain: None. CHIEF COMMENTS: None. FIRE REPORT: None. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None FINANCIALS: Checking Account=$364,674.65; Savings Account=$2,531.68; Non-Tax Petty Cash=$299.31 $53.00 154.26 3/26/26