Brandon public meetings in 2024
14 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will vote on several infrastructure contracts and insurance renewals. The meeting includes requests for equipment purchases and a public hearing setting for a liquor store application.
- Highway 80 Waterline Improvements Project bid for Hemphill Construction Company: $386,775.00
- 2025 property and auto insurance coverage with Travelers Insurance: $263,341.00
- Tennis Court Rehabilitation Project bid for Australian Court Works: $166,000.00
- Storm Drain Inlet Repairs Project FY25 quote for NJ Farms, Inc.: $24,900.00
- Public hearing for conditional use of a package liquor store at 332 crossgates Blvd
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will vote on a development agreement for Brandon Heights including conveyance of real property and a street dedication. Other major items include a $263,000 marketing contract with The Cirlot Agency, event cancellation insurance for the 2025 season, and several large public works pay requests for waterline, street overlay, multi-use path, and sidewalk projects. The board will also consider amendments to city code sections and a license agreement for a TobyMac concert.
- Consideration of Brandon Heights Development and Reimbursement Agreement and conveyance of real property
- Approval of $263,000 professional services contract with The Cirlot Agency for marketing
- Approval of $29,852.07 for event cancellation insurance for 2025 season
- Pay requests: Burnham Road Waterline ($210,102.95), 2024 Street Overlay ($623,654.97), Marquette Road Multi-Use Path ($429,563.50), Highway 80 Multi-use & Sidewalk ($336,751.61)
- Amendment of Code of Ordinances Chapter 6, Article I, Sections 6-9, 6-10, and 6-10.3
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will discuss several public works payments, including water and sewer projects. The meeting includes a public hearing for a conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast and various personnel hires across city departments.
- Public hearing for case # 24-032 regarding a bed and breakfast at 103 Prescott Drive
- Pay request of $589,585.36 to Hemphill Construction Company for Burnham Road Waterline Improvements
- Pay request of $115,586.88 to Cain, Inc. for Shiloh Park EWP Bank Stabilization Project
- Purchase of 100 barricades from Uline for $11,749.37
- Supplemental Agreement 1 with Clear River Construction Company for $78,098.90 for Highway 80 Multi-use Sidewalk Improvements
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider awarding a waterline extension project and approving multiple payments for sewer, drainage, and road overlay work. The body will also discuss tourism agreements, equipment purchases, and a conditional use application for 103 Prescott Dr.
- Awarding Cornerstone / Grants Ferry Parkway Waterline Extension to Thornton Construction Company for $1,299,320.00
- Quarry Turf Replacement Project quotes from Sports Contractors Unlimited, LLC ($74,250.00) and Shaw Integrated and Turf Solutions, Inc. ($10,514.25)
- Public hearing for conditional use application at 103 Prescott Dr
- Purchase of two 2024 Triple R 82 X 20 trailers from MC Trailer Sales Inc. for $9,050.00
- Payment of $691,988.46 to Adcamp, Inc. for the 2024 Overlay Project
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will discuss various infrastructure repairs, professional service contracts, and personnel changes. Key items include sewer and water leak repairs across multiple city streets and the awarding of a new parking lot contract.
- Award bid of $336,945.00 to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. for the Dining Poindexter New Parking Lot Project
- Payment of $187,083.58 to Hemphill Construction Company for Highway 80 Signal Improvements at Stonegate and Woodgate Drive
- Approval of multiple emergency sewer and water repair invoices from Hemphill Construction Company for various city locations
- Purchase of two 2024 Triple R trailers from MC Trailer Sales Inc. for $9,050.00
- Professional services agreement with ArchiveSocial for $6,391.00 to comply with the Mississippi Public Records Act
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will discuss various infrastructure repairs, professional service contracts, and public works projects. Key items include emergency sewer repairs and the purchase of multiple police vehicles.
- Purchase of one 2017 Harley-Davidson and eight Dodge Chargers for $194,000.00
- Emergency sewer boring repair invoice for $124,000.00 near 437 & 439 Greenfield Ridge Circle
- HVAC equipment maintenance agreement with Metro Building Services for $39,802.00
- Morrow Orr Drainage Improvements Project award to Sullivan Construction Services for $44,776.00
- Request for MDOT to conduct a traffic study at Highway 18 and Sunset Drive
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will discuss a rezoning request for property on Eastmark Dr and a potential extension of a residential subdivision development moratorium. The meeting also includes several emergency infrastructure repairs and professional service contracts for city parks and tourism.
- Public hearing for rezoning and conditional use of Rankin County property on Eastmark Dr (Case #24-031)
- Proposed $74,250 contract with Sports Contractors Unlimited, LLC for turf and infield repairs at Quarry Park
- Emergency sewer and water repairs including $12,600 for Greenfield Ridge Circle and $22,000 for Marquette Well
- Proposed $154,149.22 payment to Simmons Erosion Control Company for the 2024 Eastgate Sidewalk Project
- Professional service agreements for Brandon Amphitheater performances including Dwight Yoakam and The Mavericks
General
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include appointments to the RFQ Evaluation Committee for a ROW tree removal contract, a traffic report for Rouse Elementary, progress on the Emergency Watershed Project on Richland Creek, and a $658,000 storm‑water assessment agreement with Waggoner Engineering. Additional discussions cover Pecan Ridge, street resurfacing, the Magic of Lights contract, waste‑water treatment reduction, MML board appointments, and a rezoning update for Rankin County.
- Appointment of David Farris, Jarrad Craine, and Sharon Womack to the RFQ Evaluation Committee for the ROW Tree Removal contract
- Emergency Watershed Project on Richland Creek funded $336,600 with a city match of $102,000 (total $438,600)
- Task Order #2 agreement with Waggoner Engineering for a city‑side storm water assessment, amount $658,000
- Discussion of the Magic of Lights contract
- Discussion of 2024 street resurfacing progress
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider infrastructure contracts, development applications, and public works payments that affect local utilities and recreation. Key items include accepting a $1,498,217.00 bid for the Burnham Road Water Line Project and approving a $178,669.00 invoice for Brandon City Park playground upgrades. The board will also set public hearings for rezoning and conditional use cases at 101 Pearl St., 3004 Daves Circle, and 112 Cherry Hill Lane to determine future land use. Additional items cover administrative updates, including a City Attorney reappointment and architectural guideline proposals.
- Accept $1,498,217.00 bid from Hemphill Construction for Burnham Road Water Line Project
- Approve $178,669.00 Pelican Playground invoice for Brandon City Park upgrades
- Set public hearing for July 15 on rezoning at 101 Pearl St. and conditional uses at 3004 Daves Circle and 112 Cherry Hill Lane
- Approve $546,221.90 pay request for Highway 80 Signal Improvements at Stonegate and Woodgate
- Consider professional services contract for City Park Roadway Extension with Neel-Schaffer Engineering
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen is reviewing several construction pay requests, including road overlays and sewer replacements. Other items include a fireworks display for July 3, police equipment purchases, and a real estate sale involving Entergy Mississippi.
- D.A.T.S. tree removal in Luckney Road area: $42,400.00
- Pelahatchie Pyro's fireworks display at Brandon Amphitheater: $8,000.00
- Entergy Mississippi real estate sale (5.24 acres near Police Department)
- Barry Landscape, Inc. Library Planting Design renovation: $41,400.00
- TechSource Solutions police desktop computer replacement: $14,000.00
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider several municipal items including road paving, sewer projects, and amphitheater operations. Discussions include emergency lift station repairs, police hiring, and various service agreements.
- Award $1,140,083.00 bid to Eubank Construction for Hwy 18/Hwy 468 Sewer Force Main Project
- Approve $9,235.00 quote from Lewis Electric, Inc. for traffic signal signs at East Metro Parkway and Old Brandon Road/Burnham Road
- Authorize $18,194.48 purchase order to Precision Delta Corp. for police ammo
- Rezoning request for property on Old Hwy 471 and Roy Harris Drive (Case 23-028)
- Letter of support for Greenfield Road paving project
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider a resolution to award $3,000,000 in general obligation bonds for public improvements. Other items include infrastructure repairs, sidewalk improvements, and several vendor service agreements.
- $3,000,000 general obligation bonds for public improvements
- $290,035.75 bid award to Simmons Erosion Control for Mary Ann Sidewalk Improvements Project
- $140,900 estimated cost for emergency repairs to the Highway 468 Well
- $27,493.00 quote from Howard Technology Solutions for network switches
- Rezoning request for property at Old Hwy 471 and Roy Harris Dr (Case #23-028)
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen will consider issuing $3,000,000 in general obligation bonds to fund improvements for streets, sidewalks, and drainage systems. The agenda also includes discussions on tourism contracts, police department personnel changes, and various infrastructure pay requests.
- $3,000,000 in general obligation bonds for street and drainage improvements
- $191,657.27 payment to Thornton Construction for the Grants Ferry Parkway Sewer Line Extension Project
- $198,609.00 contract award to Hemphill Construction for Highway 471 Sewer Line Extension
- Performance contracts for Tower Top Tours and The Black Jacket Symphony
- Police Department personnel changes including new hires and promotions
Board of Aldermen and Mayor
The Board of Aldermen and Mayor will review several financial requests including utility adjustments and insurance coverage. The meeting includes discussions on emergency lift station repairs and a public hearing regarding a potential nuisance at 601 West Jasper Street.
- Approve $222,610.00 for 2024 property and auto insurance with Travelers Insurance
- Approve $93,266.82 pay request from Elcon Electrical Contractors for Civic Center Lighting Renovation
- Declare emergency and approve $11,331.00 invoice from Harvey Services, Inc. for Shelby Circle Lift Station
- Declare emergency and approve $16,289.11 invoice from Harvey Services, Inc. for Centrepointe Lift Station
- Public hearing regarding a public nuisance determination at 601 West Jasper Street