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BrandonMS averageUS Census ACS
Population
25,352
Per-capita income
$39,780
Median home value
$255,900
Bachelor's or higher
42%
Typical home value $291,089 +2.6% yr/yr · +21.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2012–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$54.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$48.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$9.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$52.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,898 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202572 housing units ($23.9M)

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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:00

General

Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Aug 2, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Sep 6, 2027 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom

Recent meetings

Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to consider $1.25M fire truck loan and $1.2M water/sewer bid

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider multiple contracts, purchases, and public hearings, including a $1.25 million loan for a fire truck, a $1.2 million water/sewer extension bid, and several rezoning requests. They will also hold public hearings on properties deemed public health menaces and consider a fluoride discontinuation comment period.

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Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING AUGUST 17, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Work Session and Regular Board Meeting Minutes of August 3, 2026; and the Recessed Board Meeting Minutes of August 4, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration to allow the Mayor, acting on behalf of the City of Brandon, to sign and execute a loan agreement and promissory note with the MS Development Authority (Capital Improvements Revolving Loan Program - CAP) for the purchase of one fire truck in the amount of $1,250,000. 2. Consideration to approve a placement agreement, effective as of August 17, 2026 between NEXFUSION WIRELESS LLC and the City of Brandon. 3. Consideration to approve a Professional Services Agreement with Premier Insights, Inc. in the amount of $32,500.00 to provide an updated economic impact analysis of the planned parks and recreation improvements. 4. Consideration to approve the purchase of equipment in the amount of $3,450.00 for the Boardroom Reconditioning Project — Phase 1. 5. Consideration to approve a quote for ninety (90) Christmas banner decorations from Jubilee Decor in the amount of $8,395.59 as the lowest and best quote and amend the budget accordingly. Another quote was received from Dixie Decorations in the amount of $9,670.00. 6. Consideration to approve the purchase of …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30

General

Brandon board to set FY27 budget schedule, discuss Main Street lighting grant

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to discuss the FY27 budget adoption schedule, a Main Street lighting grant plan, the Crossgates Drive entrance, MPO quarterly project reports, the BHS homecoming parade, economic impact studies, and the events schedule through December 2026. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING AUGUST 17, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. FY27 Budget Adoption Schedule 2. Main Street Lighting Grant Plan 3. Crossgates Drive Entrance 4. MPO Quarterly Projects Reports 5. BHS Homecoming Parade 6. Economic Impact Studies 7. Events Schedule through December 2026 D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board to discuss potential bond offering and FY 2027 personnel budget

The Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor will hold a recessed regular meeting to discuss a potential bond offering and consider the FY 2027 Personnel Budget in executive session. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as appending the recessed meeting notice to the minutes.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR RECESSED REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING AUGUST 4, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Append the Recessed Meeting Notice to the Minutes. 2. Discussion of a potential bond offering. D. EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Consideration of the FY 2027 Personnel Budget E. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00

General

Entergy re-cable project, FY27 budget, and public safety plans discussed

The Brandon Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the Entergy MS Proactive Re-cable Project at five locations, the FY27 budget adoption schedule, and potential plans for public safety and parks. Other items include the Christmas Parade, amphitheater visitors, landscape zones, a water meter report, the West Rankin Utility Authority rate, Brandon Main Street grant applications, and continued data center information.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING AUGUST 3, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Entergy MS Proactive Re-cable Project (5 locations) 2. FY 27 Budget Adoption Schedule 3. Christmas Parade 2026 4. Amphitheater Visitors 5. Landscape Zones 6. MS Outdoor Stewardship Trust (MOST) #5 7. Core / Main Monthly Water Meter Report 8. West Rankin Utility Authority - FY 27 Rate 9. Brandon Mainstreet Grant Applications Request 10. Continued Data Center Information 11. Potential Plans for Public Safety / Parks D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to consider $523K sewer extension bid, rezoning, and tourism agreements

The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a $523,015.50 sewer extension bid and a $277,126.27 electrical project. They will also set a public hearing for a rezoning request at 1143 and 1147 Highway 471 and consider agreements for tourism promotion and a cross country event. The meeting includes approval of minutes, personnel actions, and a public hearing for the FY 2027 budget.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING AUGUST 3, 2026 |A. CALL TO ORDER|| |---|---| |B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE|| |C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS|| |D. OLD BUSINESS|1. Approve the minutes from the following meetings 1. Regular Board Meeting on July 20, 2026 2. Work Sessions on July 20, July 27, July 28, July 29, and July 30, 2026 3. Special Business Meeting on July 28, 2026| |E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR|1. Request permission for Georganna Keenum to travel to Oxford, MS to attend the MS Tourism Association Governors Conference on tourism on October 6-8, 2026. 2. Consideration to approve a professional services agreement with Green Oak Nursery for City Hall plant maintenance and authorize the Mayor to execute the same. 3. Consideration to approve an amendment to the licensed user agreement between Ticketmaster, LLC and the City of Brandon. 4. Consideration to enter into a license agreement with Pearl Public School District and Sports Facilities Management, LLC (acting as an agent for the City of Brandon for the operation and management of City of Brandon recreational parks) regarding the Rankin County Cross Country Invitational Event at Quarry Cross Country Trails on Boyce Thompson Drive on August 29, 2026. 5. Consideration to accept a perpetual and permanent variable wide water and sewer utility easement from Rankin First. 6. Consideration to amend item E.7 from the Regular Board Meeting held on July 6, 2026, to corr …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 18:00

General

Brandon aldermen to review 2027 department budgets in work session

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to review the 2027 departmental budgets for General Government, Amphitheater, Administration, and Community Development. The meeting is presided over by Mayor Butch Lee.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 30, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration of the 2027 Departmental Budgets: • General Government - presented by Tracie Riggin • Amphitheater - presented by the Mayor and Tracie Riggin • Administration - presented by the Mayor • Community Development - presented by the Mayor D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 18:00

General

Brandon Board of Aldermen to review FY 2026 Public Works budgets

The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to consider the FY 2026 budgets for the Public Works Department. This review includes funding for several city services.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 29, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR D. ALEX WADE, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 1. Consideration of the FY 2026 budgets for the Public Works Department, including Streets, Water Admin, Water, Sewer, Sanitation, Cemetery, and Library budgets. E. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board considers $75,160.50 change order for North Street sewer project

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor are meeting to consider a construction services change order. The item pertains to the North Street Sewer Improvements Project.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 28, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Append special meeting notice to the minutes. 2. Consideration to approve Change Order #1 for construction services for the North Street Sewer Improvements Project for BLD Services, Inc. in the amount of $75,160.50. D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00

General

Brandon aldermen to review 2027 budgets for Events and Police Departments

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to review the proposed fiscal year 2027 budgets for the Events Department and the Police Department, including Drug Seizure and Court Services budgets. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational review.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 27, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration of the FY 2027 budget for the Events Department. D. BEAU EDGINGTON, POLICE CHIEF 1. Consideration of the FY 2027 budgets for the Police Department, including Drug Seizure and Court Services budgets. E. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:00

General

Board reviews infrastructure modernization funding and AI regulation updates

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor hold a work session to receive updates on several projects and initiatives. Items include a public information request update, a sewer CIPP project update, the FY27 budget hearings schedule, infrastructure modernization funding, and an AI Regulation Task Force peer meeting. The board will also discuss a Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust grant, data center studies, and plans for public safety and parks improvements. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 20, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Public Information Request Update 2. Sewer CIPP Project Update 3. FY 27 Budget Hearings Schedule 4. Landscape Zones / Welcome Signs 5. Infrastructure Modernization Funding 6. Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Grant II 7. AI Regulation (AiR) Task Force Peer Meeting 8. Data Center Study and Visits 9. AVAIO Project Taurus 10. AVAIO Data Center FAQs Information 11. Planning for Improvements for Public Safety / Parks D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to award $141,194 contract for Municipal Drive Parking Lot project

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider several contracts and service agreements, including awards for the Municipal Drive parking lot and Heights Drive roadway improvements. They will also set a public hearing on a rezoning request for 203 Felicity Street and approve a tourism promotion services agreement. Additional items include hiring engineering firms for fire‑station and park projects and authorizing travel for police and fire personnel.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 20, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Work Session and Regular Board Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration to advertise for bids for improvements at the Amphitheater to renovate the corporate box sections. 2. Consideration to approve a speaker's contract with Col. Mark Tillman for this year's Veterans Day Breakfast on November 11, 2026 and authorize Mayor to sign and execute said contract. 3. Consideration to hire Wier/Boerner/Allen to develop bid construction plans and documents for the purpose of advertising for public bid the necessary improvements to 1) the Woodgate Fire Station and 2) the Marquette Road Fire Station. 4. Consideration to hire Wier/Boerner/Allen and Neel Schaffer Engineering for civil design and to develop bid construction plans and documents in order to advertise for public bid for the community-requested improvements and additions to 1) Shiloh Park, 2) Quarry Park, and 3) City Park. F. MARY ANN HESS, CITY CLERK 1. Consideration to approve a professional services agreement for the purposes of promoting tourism in accordance with HB1599 (2026 MS Legislative Session) and other lawful and related purposes; authorize the Mayor to execute the same; and approve payment of all show-related expenditures. • L …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30

General

Board will discuss bids for the 2026 Street Overlay Project

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider several items presented by Mayor Butch Lee. Topics include updates on the Diamond Street sewer project, the MPO Highway 80 crossover, and bids for the 2026 Street Overlay and Quarry Trails MOST projects. The meeting will also address the public records request process, preparation for the Veterans Day program speaker, and set a date for the annual Christmas parade.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 6, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Public Records Requests Process 2. Veterans Day Program Speaker Prep 3. Discussion Annual Christmas Parade Date 4. CDBG Diamond Street Sewer Project Update 5. 2026 Street Overlay Project Bid 6. Quarry Trails MOST Project Bid 7. MPO Hwy 80 Crossover Project Update D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to consider $1.25M loan for fire truck purchase

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will vote on a $1.25 million loan for a fire truck, emergency repairs to wells and lift stations, and several new hires. Other items include approving a tourism ad, purchasing folding chairs, and establishing a public records fee schedule. The board will also consider a reappointment of the city attorney and various engineering invoices.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JULY 6, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Work Session and Regular Board Meeting Minutes of June 15, 2026 and the minutes from the Special Called Board Meeting on June 19, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration of the reappointment of Mark Baker as the City Attorney for the City of Brandon, with the same terms and conditions as the current term. 2. Consideration to approve and authorize a Loan on behalf of the City of Brandon from the Mississippi Development Authority for the purpose of purchasing one fire truck in the amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00. The Intent Resolution has been published in the Rankin County News for the required consecutive four-week period. 3. Consideration to adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute those documents and agreements required in connection with the application for the water pollution control removing fund loan program through the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and naming the Mayor as the authorized representative for the City of Brandon. 4. Consideration to approve a 2026 Rate Schedule for Professional Services from Trent Rhodes Landscape Architect, P.A. for future professional services agreements. 5. Consideration to advertise in the 2027 MS Tour Guide with a half-page ad in the amount …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Fri Jun 19, 2026 · 12:00

General

Board to consider $10,000 fireworks contract for July 3

The Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor will consider approving a professional services agreement with Pelahatchie Pyro Fireworks for a 12-15-minute fireworks display on July 3, 2026, at the Brandon Amphitheater at a cost of $10,000. The agreement requires proof of liability insurance of at least $1 million/$2 million with the City as an additional insured. The board will also append the special meeting notice to the minutes.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JUNE 19, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Append special meeting notice to the minutes. 2. Consideration to approve a professional services agreement with Pelahatchie Pyro Fireworks to provide a 12-15-minute fireworks display on July 3, 2026 at the Brandon Amphitheater at a cost of $10,000.00, conditioned upon receipt by the City of proof of liability insurance in the amount of not less than $1mm/$2mm and reflecting the City as an additional insured thereon. The accounting department has the authority to make any and all necessary budget amendments for this transaction. D. EXECUTIVE SESSION E. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30

General

Board to discuss sewer projects, public safety, parks

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to discuss potential sewer projects and continue discussions on public safety and parks. No votes or decisions are expected; the session is for deliberation only.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JUNE 15, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR A. Discussion on potential sewer projects. B. Continued discussion on public safety and parks. D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

City to consider infrastructure pay requests totaling over $690,000

The Board will consider multiple infrastructure project pay requests totaling over $690,000, including waterline, sidewalk, roadway, and chiller projects. Other items include accepting the annual audit, emergency sewer repairs, a resident water leak adjustment, and police officer salary increases. Several department resignations and retirements are also on the agenda.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JUNE 15, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Regular Board Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration to accept the resignation of Joey Barnette, Community Development Director effective June 26, 2026. 2. Consideration to approve a professional services agreement for cleaning services by Jani-King of Jackson at the Brandon City Hall pursuant to the memo and authorize the Mayor to execute the same. F. MARY ANN HESS, CITY CLERK 1. Consideration to accept the fiscal year 2025 audit report as prepared by Barlow & Company and authorize publication of notice regarding the same. 2. Consideration of a request to pay the annual invoice from CivicPlus, which provides the emergency and mass notification platform for the city, in the amount of $21,108.97. 3. Consideration of a request recognizing Friday, July 3rd, 2026 as the official holiday for Independence Day by proclamation of Governor Tate Reeves. 4. Consideration to approve: a. Docket of Claims for June 15, 2026. b. Fox Everett claims released on June 2, 2026. c. Electronic fund transfers for May. 5. Monthly report of privilege licenses. G. ALEX WADE, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 1. Consideration to approve or deny an adjustment for Rita Reed at 415 West Sunset Drive Apartment B13 fo …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to approve $1.5 million note for streets, sidewalks and drainage projects

The Board will vote on a resolution to issue a $1,500,000 General Obligation Note to fund street, sidewalk, storm‑drainage, bridge and related infrastructure improvements. It will also designate Police Chief Beau Edgington as the city traffic administrator and consider a CDBG resolution package and a sewer infrastructure fund application. Additional items include professional services agreements for tourism promotion and several public‑works payments and change orders.

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Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING JUNE 1, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Work Session and Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2026 and the Special Called Board Meeting of May 21, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration to approve a resolution of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Brandon, Mississippi directing the issuance of a One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollar ($1,500,000) General Obligation Note, Series 2026 of the City of Brandon, Mississippi for the purpose of raising money to pay the costs of constructing, improving and paving streets, sidewalks and walkways and purchasing land therefor, establishing storm and drainage systems and repairing, improving and extending the same and constructing bridges and culverts, all as authorized by the laws of the State of Mississippi; awarding the sale of said note; prescribing the form and details of said note; providing certain covenants of said City in connection with said note and directing the preparation, execution and delivery thereof; ratifying the publication of a notice of note sale in connection with said note and the distribution of information and materials related to the sale and issuance of said note; and for related purposes. 2. Consideration to designate Police Chief Beau Edgington as the traffic administrator fo …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Mon May 25, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Brandon Municipal Complex Boardroom
Mon May 25, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

1000 Municipal Drive, Brandon
Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:00

Board of Aldermen and Mayor

Board to vote on $1.25M fire truck loan

The Board of Aldermen & Mayor will consider a resolution to enter into a $1,250,000 loan agreement with the Mississippi Development Authority to purchase a fire truck. They will also discuss the Genuine MS Farmers Market and approve a prior special meeting notice.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING MAY 21, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Append special meeting notice to the minutes. 2. Discussion of the Genuine MS Farmers Market. 3. Consideration to adopt a resolution of intent to enter into a loan agreement with MS Development Authority for the purchase of one fire truck in the amount of $1,250,000 and authorize publication of the same. E. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:00

General

Brandon officials discuss police leadership, infrastructure, and equipment financing

The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to review several municipal items. Discussions include police department leadership recommendations, intersection improvements, and stormwater management.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING MAY 18, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Police Dept. Leadership Recommendations 2. College St. / Hwy 468 Intersection 3. Raintree / Old Towne Stormwater 4. New Ladder Truck Financing 5. MPO Quarterly Meeting 6. MPO Projects Award 7. Utility Notification in Social Media 8. Public Safety and Parks Facilities D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board to consider $1.5M bond for street, sidewalk, and drainage improvements

The Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor will consider a $1.5 million general obligation note to fund street, sidewalk, storm drainage, and bridge projects. The board will also vote on appointing a new police chief, assistant chief, and deputy chief effective June 1, 2026. A public hearing is scheduled for a conditional use permit to allow a short-term rental at 943 South College Street. Multiple contracts and pay requests for infrastructure projects, including a $537,691.69 waterline extension, are up for approval.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR REGULAR BOARD MEETING BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING MAY 18, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS D. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approve the Work Session and Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2026. E. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Consideration to appoint Brandon Police Department Chief, Assistant Chief, and Deputy Chief effective June 1, 2026. 2. Consideration to accept the settlement from North American Midway Entertainment as listed in the committee settlement report and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the same. 3. Consideration to approve an advertisement in the 2026 Rankin County News - "Special Graduate Edition" for the purpose of promoting the opportunities and possibilities of the City of Brandon. 4. Consideration to approve Pay Request 3 (FINAL) from Gilreath Construction Company, LLC in the amount of $32,481.47 for the Civic Center (Big Room) Renovation Phase 2 and authorize payment of the same. 5. Consideration to approve a resolution of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Brandon, Mississippi declaring the necessity for the sale and issuance of a General Obligation Note of the City in a principal amount of not to exceed one million five hundred thousand dollars ($1,500,000) for the purpose of raising money to pay the costs of constructing, improving and paving streets, sidewalks and walkways and purchasing land therefor, e …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:30

General

Mayor presents parking, Entergy, engineering, federal projects at work session

This is a work session of the Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor. Mayor Butch Lee will present six items for discussion, including an additional parking plan at City Hall, an Entergy underground service proposal, and an update on federal projects. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

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AGENDA BRANDON BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR WORK SESSION BUTCH LEE, MAYOR PRESIDING MAY 4, 2026 A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. BUTCH LEE, MAYOR 1. Additional Parking Plan at City Hall 2. Entergy Underground Service Proposal 3. Waggoner Engineering Services 4. Federal Projects Request Update 5. Admin. Desk/Workspace Development 6. CHL Concert Schedule D. ADJOURN [MEET_FOOT]

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 54 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$4.1MEDDIE E TURNER
Department of Defense · NAS JRB NEW ORLEANS - FULL FOOD SERVICE
$3.2MEDDIE E TURNER
Department of Defense · DINING FACILITY SUPPORT SERVICES
$890,000TONY WATSON ELECTRIC INC
Department of Defense · JTVE172403 UPGRADE APRON LIGHTING
$442,000TONY WATSON ELECTRIC INC
Department of Defense · LRXQ982401 - UPGRADE HANGER LIGHTING
$360,000TONY WATSON ELECTRIC INC
Department of Defense · MDVL192121 - UPGRADE INTERIOR LIGHTING BLDGS 150, 160, 300, AND 600
$340,420CHICKASAW SOLUTIONS, LLC
Department of Defense · PURCHASE OF BRAND NAME S&C MV SWITCHGEAR
$329,005CHICKASAW SOLUTIONS, LLC
Department of Defense · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE BRAND NAME S&C VISTA DRY VAULT TANKS.
$210,330THOMPSON LAND MANAGEMENT & CLEARING LLC
Department of the Interior · LA-ATCHAFALAYA NWR-BIG BRANCH AND BOGUE
$190,000THOMPSON LAND MANAGEMENT & CLEARING LLC
Department of the Interior · TX HAZARDOUS FUELS REMOVAL BIG OAK UNIT ON JOCELYN NUNGARAY NWR (FORME
$142,890THOMPSON LAND MANAGEMENT & CLEARING LLC
Department of the Interior · MS- MATHEWS BRAKE NWR-WATER HYACINTH CON

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Rankin County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)9 ({"Hurricane": 10, "Severe Storm": 6, "Biological": 2, "Winte · last Fri Feb 6, 2026)
Traffic fatalities6 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,083 (62,811 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,232/mo (33 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.1% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$54.3M
Annual budget
$52.8M
Debt outstanding
72
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$54.3M
Spending$48.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$52.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.97×
Debt-load index66 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.441
All kids
0.394
Black kids
0.330

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
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Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

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