Public notices for March 6, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with L.R.S. 3:1609 and LAC 7:XV.314 (A), the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, Louisiana Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, has established a boll weevil eradication zone, the Louisiana Eradication Zone, consisting of all the territory within the state of Louisiana.
Notice is further given that all producers of commercial cotton in Louisiana are required to participate in the boll weevil eradication program, including cost sharing, in accordance with the Boll Weevil Eradication Law and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, reporting of cotton acreage and destruction of cotton plants and stalks by December 31 of each crop year. A copy of the law and rules and regulations may be obtained from the Boll Weevil Eradication Commission, 5825 Florida Blvd. Ste. 3002, Baton Rouge, La. 70806, telephone number (225) 922-1338.
Notice is also given that the planting of noncommercial cotton is PROHIBITED in Louisiana unless a written waiver is obtained from the Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry in accordance with LAC 7:XV.319(C). To request a waiver, submit a written application to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, at the address provided in this notice, stating the conditions under which such written waiver is requested.
Adv. Feb. 27, March 6 and 13, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $2,500,000 OF TAXABLE UTILITIES REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF MORGAN CITY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
As provided by a resolution adopted by the Morgan City Council (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the City of Morgan City, State of Louisiana (the “City”), on February 24, 2026, the City HEREBY DECLARES ITS INTENTION to issue up to Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000) of Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”) for the purpose of paying a portion of the costs of constructing and acquiring improvements, extensions, and replacements to the drinking water component of the City’s combined utility system comprised of the electric light and power plants and systems, the drinking water plants and systems, and the natural gas transmission and distribution plants and systems (collectively, the “System”).
The Bonds shall be limited and special revenue bonds of the City and shall be secured by and payable, equally with the City’s outstanding Utilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2009B and Taxable Utilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2024, solely from the income and revenues derived or to be derived from the operation of the System, after provision has been made for payment therefrom of all reasonable and necessary expenses of operating and maintaining the System. The Bonds will not be a charge on the other income and revenues of the City, nor shall they constitute an indebtedness or pledge of the general credit of the City. The Bonds will be issued pursuant to Part II of Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority (the “Act”).
The Bonds will be issued in one or more series as authorized by ordinance(s) adopted by the Governing Authority, will mature not later than 30 years from their date of issuance, will bear interest at rates not more than 2.45% per annum, and will be subject to prepayment anytime without penalty.
As provided by the Act, all of the other details of the Bonds will be set forth in the ordinance(s) authorizing their issuance, including the following: covenants relating to the management and operation of the System, the imposition and collection of rates and charges from the System’s customers, the expenditure of such rates and charges, the issuance of future bonds and the creation of future liens and encumbrances against the System and all other pertinent matters as may be necessary to the authorization and issuance of the Bonds.
The Bonds are expected to be sold at a private sale, as provided for in the Act, to the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund of the State of Louisiana, and the Bonds will also be approved by the State Bond Commission prior to their delivery.
THE PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Governing Authority will meet in open and public session on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at six o’clock (6:00) p.m., at the City Court Building, 7261 Hwy. 182 East, Morgan City, Louisiana 70380, to hear any objections to the proposed issuance of the Bonds. If at such hearing a petition duly signed by electors of the City in a number not less than five percent (5%) of the number of such electors voting in the last election held in the City object to the issuance of the Bonds, then the Bonds shall not be issued until approved at an election held for that purpose. Any such petition must be accompanied by a certificate of the St. Mary Parish Registrar of Voters certifying that the signers of the petition(s) are registered electors of the City and the number of signers amounts to not less than five percent (5%) of the registered voters that voted in the last election held in the City, all as provided by the Act.
CITY OF MORGAN CITY, STATE OF LOUISIANA
Adv. Feb. 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – ZONING VARIANCE REQUEST
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held to consider a request for a zoning variance for the property located at 117 Bernard Street, Patterson, Louisiana.
The applicant is requesting approval to operate a C-1 Commercial Business (Pet Boarding Facility) on property currently zoned R-2 Mixed Residential.
The Public Hearing will take place on March 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Patterson City Hall.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard.
Adv. Feb. 20, 27 and March 6, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program Department is requesting bids for Juice, fresh or frozen, for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:30 a.m., April 17, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Program Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to all potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5 percent with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program Department is requesting bids for Dry and Canned Foods for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:00 a.m., April 14, 2026 at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Program Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to all potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5 percent with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program is requesting bids for Paper & Cleaning Supplies for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:00 a.m., April 16, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
A bid packet may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5% with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program Department is requesting bids for Small Kitchen Equipment for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:00 a.m., April 23, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Program Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 20, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to all potential vendors by March 27, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5 percent with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program Department is requesting bids for Frozen Foods and Meat for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:00 a.m., April 15, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Program Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to all potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5 percent with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program Department is requesting bids for Milk for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 9:00 a.m., April 17, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
Specifications may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Program Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to all potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5% with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE
The St. Mary Parish Child Nutrition Program is requesting bids for Produce for the 2026-2027 school year. Sealed bids will be accepted at the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department until 10:00 a.m., April 17, 2026, at which time they will be opened and read out loud. The public is invited to attend.
A bid packet may be obtained from the St. Mary Parish School Board, Child Nutrition Department, P.O. Box 170, 474 Hwy 317, Centerville, Louisiana 70522 or by calling (337) 836-6039. Information is available online at www.centralauctionhouse.com.
No pre-bid conference will be held. Questions should be emailed to dchaisson@stmaryk12.net by March 23, 2026. Responses will be provided by email to potential vendors by March 26, 2026.
The St. Mary Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program is funded 91.5 percent with Federal funds for a total of approximately $5,969,000 per year.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Adv. March 6, 11 and 18, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
RECREATION DISTRICT #2 ST MARY PARISH
1110 GRACES ST * P.O. BOX 922
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70381
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RECREATION DISTRICT #2
1110 GRACE ST
MORGAN CITY, LA. 70330
6:00 P.M.
January 08th, 2026
Meeting of The Board of Commissioners of Recreation District was called to order by Ms. Ann Poole, Chairperson. Invocation was given by Ms. Norma Skinner and Nelda Du- ral. Members present were Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracey Wilson, and Ann Poole. Others present were Mr. Leroy Trim, Director and Kimberlin McPherson, Administrative Assistant. Ab- sent David Mc- Guire
Minutes from December 11th, 2025 monthly board meeting, and December 22nd, 2025 special call meeting was submitted for re- view by all board members present. After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Norma Skinner and second by Tracey Wilson, that the minutes from December 11th, 2025 monthly meeting be re- ceived and adopted with any necessary corrections; if’ any. The motion was approved un- animously.
Yeas: Ann Poole, Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracy Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: David McGuire
Thereafter, a motion was made by Tracey Wilson and seconded by Nelda Dural, to receive and adopt the minutes from the December 22nd, 2025, special call meeting with any necessary corrections, if any. The motion was approved with all in favor.
Yeas: Ann Poole, Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracy Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: David McGuire
The Districts’ financial report was submitted by Mr. Leroy Trim. In discussion of financials, after a brief discussion and review of said financials, a mo- tion was made by Norma Skinner and second by Tracey Wilson to approved the financial report, with any necessary correction if there be any. The motion was ap- proved unanimously without opposition. Yeas: Ann Poole, Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracy Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: David McGuire
In lieu of the financials, Mr. Trim submitted to the board a copy of the bank reconciliation and electronic transfer sheets for review. After discussion, a mo- tion was made by Norma Skinner and second by Ann Poole to approve the financial re- port, with any necessary corrections; if any. The motion was approved un- animously without opposition.
Yeas: Ann Poole, Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracy Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: David McGuire
OLD BUSINESS:
Mr. Trim inform-ed the board that the new truck for said District, had been purchased from AJ Dohman to date. Ms. Skinner inquired about the final grant payment. In discussion, she also stated ,the Board of Commissioners are in need of an updated “Asset and Depreciation” list, showing items on the 9/30/2024 “Building and Site Improvement” list, that was provided by the director, has been added to in- ventory. However, Ms. Dural ask that Mr. Trim put to- gether a list of other items that could be purchased with the proceeds from the capital funds and submit to the board ac- cordingly. Mr. Trim informed the board that he would begin working on the list per their request.
NEW BUSINESS:
In further related new business, upon discussion of major purchases for the district, Mr. Trim informed the board that the sound system in the gym is in need of being upgraded. In further discussion, he also in- formed Board of Commissioners of Recreation District No. 2 of St. Mary Parish, State of Louisiana that a few items are in need of replacement, such as the stage curtains and dirt for the baseball fields.
Bills were re- viewed, compare to budget, and submitted for payment. A motion was made by Norma Skinner and second by Tracey Wilson to pay all bills that has been submitted for payment. The motion was approved unanimously.
Yeas: Ann Poole, Nelda Dural, Norma Skinner, Tracy Wilson
Nays: None
Absent: David McGuire
With no further business to discuss, a motion was made by Norma Skinner and second by Nelda Dural that meeting be adjourn.
Ann W. Poole
/S/: Ann Poole,
Chairperson
Adv. March 6, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL
PROCEEDINGS
WAX LAKE EAST DRAINAGE
DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING
February 3, 2026
6:00 p.m.
PATTERSON, LOUISIANA
The Wax Lake East Drainage District (“WLEDD”) met on this date at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Wayne Cantrell presiding and the following members present: Chad Ross, William Hidalgo Jr., Bill Miller, Raymond Beadle, Chris Cooper and Chris Begnaud.
Absent: N/A
Also present: Corey Aucoin, Supervisor, Barry Dufrene, Board Accountant, Jonathan Miller, Giroir Mud Boats, and Joel Miller, Miller Engineering and Associates.
Mr. Hidalgo moved that the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting, January 6, 2026, be dispensed with and that the same be approved. Mr. Beadle seconded the motion which carried.
Board reviewed prepared financial statements. Mr. Ross moved, and Mr. Beadle seconded a motion, which was carried, to accept the financial reports, payables report, authorize the Chairman to sign all necessary reports and to make all necessary transfers to cover payables for the month of February 2026.
Mr. Cooper made a motion to approve insurance renewal from Frank’s Agency, seconded by Mr. Beadle, which was carried by the Board.
Mr. Ross made a motion, seconded by Mr. Beadle, to increase the Capitalization Policy to $10,000, which was carried by the Board.
There being no further business Mr. Ross made a motion for adjournment. Mr. Beadle seconded the motion which carried.
Attest:
/s/ Wayne Cantrell,
Chairman
Wax Lake East Drainage District
/s/ Rhonda
Patterson,
Secretary
Wax Lake East Drainage District

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PUBLIC NOTICE
ST. MARY PARISH 9-1-1 COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT
Regular Board Meeting
1200 David Dr., Building B
Morgan City, LA 70380
February 26, 2026
1:00 P.M.
Chairman, Mr. Justin Martin opened the February 26, 2026, regular meeting with the roll call. Mr. Duval Arthur, III, Mr. Jimmy Broussard, Mr. Garrett Grogan, Ms. Brandi Leonard, Mr. Justin Martin, Mr. Travis M. Mayon, and Mr. Scott Verret were in attendance.
Mr. Mayon made a motion to dispense with the reading of and to accept the January 22, 2025, minutes. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Guest: Ms. Janet Marcotte, administrative manager for OHESP, was in attendance.
Public Comment: NONE
The income statement for January 2025 was $119,824.31. Mr. Mayon made a motion to accept the income statement. Mr. Grogan seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
The expense statement for January 2025 was $133,587.62. Mr. Grogan made a motion to accept the expense statement. Mr. Mayon seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
A budget vs actual comparison was provided to the board for review.
Old Business: NONE
New Business: NONE
Director Up- dates:
Ms. Randle ad- vised that the plaque has been updated to include Ms. Brandi Leonard’s name and start date and Mr. Smith’s service dates.
An Eaton technician came last month to fix the issue with the UPS battery backup. He came back this morning and re- placed the batteries.
Last month, funds were moved from the LAMP - 911 equipment fund to pay the annual CAD lease; and from the LAMP -Fire Association fund for annual CAD maintenance.
We received a $443.26 refund for overpayment of the T1 line service.
Implementation of the new Intrado call handling system is in progress. An Intrado representative completed the site survey last week. Our initial bi-weekly re- view was conducted this morning. The project timeline remains on schedule: equipment is slated for shipment next week, with installation beginning in late April.
Our night CTO/Supervisor made a request to step down from her position by re- questing a voluntary demotion to become a call taker/dispatcher on a day shift. We have experienced several unexpected absences this week, with four staff members out due to unforeseen personal emergencies. We have re- lied heavily on Ms. Calloway to cover shifts. It was also necessary to auth-orize some employees to work overtime.
There was a major structure fire on Delmar Ave. in Bayou Vista. The home was destroyed, but no one was hurt.
Ms. Randle ad- vised that she, Ms. Theriot, and Ms. Calloway plan to attend the Legislative Auditor’s workshop in Baton Rouge next month.
General Discussion:
Mr. Broussard informed members that the wind retrofit and roofing project is underway. It should be completed in June. The Centerville/Bayou Teche bridge will be closed from March 2nd through April 27th, 2026.
Adjournment: Mr. Grogan made a motion to ad- journ the meeting. Mr. Arthur seconded the motion. All members were in favor and the motion carried.
Approved:
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Mr. Justin Martin,
Chairman
Attest:
———————
Martha Randle,
Director
Adv. March 6, 2026

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PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF
BERWICK,
LOUISIANA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
MEETING
Public Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Call to Order: 6:00 P.M.
Place: Council Meeting Room
3225 Third Street
Berwick, LA 70342
St. Mary Parish
Prayer
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: James Richard, Kevin Hebert, Colleen Askew, Raymond Price & Lud Henry
Minutes from last meeting: February 10, 2026
Treasurer’s Re- port
Guests:
The Beacon Shines on:
Police Report:
Fire Report
Public Works Re- port
Consulting En- gineers Report
Committee Re- ports
PUBLIC HEARING
1. None
ORDINANCES – INTRODUCE/ADOPT
1. Introduce Or- dinance No. 763 – Set Drainage Fee for 2026
2. Introduce Or- dinance No. 764 – Set Millage Rates for 2026
RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
1. Resolution No. 08-26 – Help fund outreach programs
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Approve Project 14985 Change Order No. 3 for Water Meter Re- placement Grant - Core & Main, LLC
2. Declare Surplus Property:
2010 White F250 Ford Pick-Up - VIN# 1FTNF2A52AE39879
2007 White F150 Ford Pick-Up – VIN# 1FTMF1CW2AKA37921
2007 White F150 Ford Pick-Up – VIN# 1FTRF12267NA46844
2008 White F150 Ford Pick-Up – VIN# 1FTRF12228KC 27393
3. Amanda Kapp – Stray Cat Problem
4. Taylor Robison – Hearts of Hope
Adjournment
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Jamie Keith, Town Clerk, at (985) 384-8858, P.O. Box 486, Berwick, LA 70342 describing the assistance that is necessary.
Adv. March 6, 2026

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