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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$14.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$11.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$4.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$6.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$905 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202544 housing units ($7.8M)

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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram officials to discuss minor curfews and nitrous oxide sales

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss potential ordinances regarding a minor curfew and the sale of nitrous oxide to minors. The body is also reviewing a claims docket and several municipal service contracts.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Discussion of a potential ordinance regarding the sale of nitrous oxide to minors for recreational use - Mr. Elroy Winding 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items b. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held July 6, 2026 c. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held July 9, 2026 d. Approval of Minutes of the Special Called Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held July 13, 2026 e. Approval of payment in the amount of $4,400.00 to Livewire Electrical Contractors for annual warning siren maintenance. This year is significantly lower than last year because they will not need to replace any batteries (001-195- 575) f. Approval of quote Option 2 in the amount of $14,353.74 from Innovative Solutions to replace the audio/video equipment at City Hall that is irreparably damaged (001-200-559/001-110-559/001-195-575) g. Approval of payment in the amount of $178.00 to Stegall Notary Service for a new notary commission for Court Clerk Darnishia Norwood (001-110-622) h. Approval for Officer Daniel Miller to attend the International Homicide Investigators Association Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 8, 2026–Aug [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:30

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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 19:00

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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 19:00

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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 18:30

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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 19:00

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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 19:00

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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30

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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 19:00

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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 19:00

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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:30

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Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 19:00

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Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 19:00

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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30

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Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 19:00

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Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 19:00

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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board discusses administrative procedures and staffing assignments

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss administrative procedures for employee work assignments and operational practices. They will also review staffing assignments and board support services. A closed session will be considered to decide if an executive session is needed.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, 6:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Closed Session to determine if Executive Session is necessary b. Discussion of administrative procedures concerning employee work assignments, operational practices, and communication between the Mayor and Board of Aldermen regarding significant administrative decisions affecting municipal operations - Aldermen Teresa Mack and Erma Johnson c. Review of administrative staffing assignments and Board support services - Aldermen Teresa Mack and Erma Johnson 4. Adjourn
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Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram considers $427,527.28 bid for Terry Road Paving Improvement Project

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review a bid for road paving and the 2025 audit. The body will also consider several fire department contracts and training requests.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under presented items the bid award for the Terry Road Paving Improvement Project b. Approval of Proclamation for the retirement of Mrs. Virginia Johnson c. Presentation and approval of 2025 Audit - Greg Derrick, Carr Riggs & Ingram, LLC d. Approval of the lowest and best bid in the amount of $427,527.28 from AJ Construction, Inc. for the Terry Road Paving Improvement Project 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items e. Approval of Minutes of the Special Called Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held June 18, 2026 f. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held June 25, 2026 g. Approval of payment in the amount of $13,000.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for the 2025 Audit (001-140-604) h. Approval of payment in the amount of $225.00 to the National Fire Protection Association for annual renewal of membership dues for Assistant Fire Chief Michael Sterling (001-260-622) i. Approval of contract with Taylor Sudden Service to perform semi-annual maintenance on the generator at Station 1 beginning in July 2026 (001-260-650) j. Approval of contract with Taylor Sudden Service to perform semi-annual maintenance on the generator at [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:30

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Discussion: re-advertising for bids for the soccer complex - Ron McMaster, Jr., McMaster & Associates b. Discussion: Diversified Contracting's response to the letter of protest filed by Hemphill Construction regarding bidding for the soccer complex - Andy Copeland, Diversified Contracting Services c. Discussion: potential ordinance regarding the sale of nitrous oxide to minors for recreational use d. Discussion: potential ordinance regarding the removal of tree limbs - Public Works Director Dexter Shelby e. Discussion: July 9 agenda 4. Adjourn
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen to review Soccer Complex bids and property hearings

The board will discuss bids for the Soccer Complex and hold five hearings to determine if specific properties are menaces to community health and safety. The meeting includes votes on city contracts, personnel hiring, and event planning for the 250 Celebration and Swinging Bridge Festival.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items the presentation of bids received for the Soccer Complex, and under Discussion and Action, approval to hire a Public Works Administrative Assistant, approval of a contract with the Patrick Hawkins Band to play for the Swinging Bridge Festival, and approval of charges, contracts and agreements related to the 250 Celebration b. Presentation and discussion of bids received for the Soccer Complex - Ron McMaster, Jr., of McMaster & Associates c. Hearing on property located at 1406 Marwood Road to make a determination under Section 21-19-11 of the MS Code as to whether the property is in a condition to be a menace to the health, safety and welfare of the community d. Hearing on property located at 6748 Siwell Road to make a determination under Section 21-19-11 of the MS Code as to whether the property is in a condition to be a menace to the health, safety and welfare of the community e. Hearing on property located at 4278 Glennoak Circle to make a determination under Section 21-19-11 of the MS Code as to whether the property is in a condition to be a menace to the health, safety and welfare of the community f. Hearing on property located a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, June 25, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Fire Chief Harry Horton 4, Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zach Giddy 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items the presentation of bids received for the Soccer Complex, and under Discussion and Action, approval to hire a Public Works Administrative Assistant, approval of a contracts with two bands to play for the Swinging Bridge Festival, and approval of charges, contracts and agreements related to the 250 Celebration Motion to approve amending the agenda Moved by: Roshunda Harris-Allen ‘ é Seconded by: Chris Carson . Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Nays: None Motion: Passed b. Presentation and discussion of bids received for the So [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Approval of Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board to discuss Swinging Bridge Festival cancellation and rescheduling

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss the cancellation of the Swinging Bridge Festival, explore rescheduling options, and review related applications and contracts. The meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Board sets new date for the Swinging Bridge Festival

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met to discuss the cancellation and rescheduling of the Swinging Bridge Festival. The Board voted to set July 18th as the new festival date, with July 25th serving as a backup date.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026, 6:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of cancellation of the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson b. Discussion of rescheduling options for the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson c. Discussion of the applications and contracts related to the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson 4. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. An Invocation was given by Public Works Director Dexter Shelby 2. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Jerry Mills 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of cancellation of the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson b. Discussion of rescheduling options for the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson c. Discussion of the applications and contracts related to the Swinging Bridge Festival - Alderman Roschelle Gibson Motion to set July 18th as the new date for the Swinging Bridge Festival with July 25th as a backup date Moved by: Erma Johnson Seconded by: Chris Carson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Nays: None Motion: Passed 4. Adjourn Motion to adjourn at 7:06 p.m. Moved by: Erma Johnson Seconded by: Robert Amos Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Discussion and Action the discussion of FY2025 Soccer revenues and expenses b. Presentation of the City of Byram At-Large Civic and Community Engagement Awards for 2026 c. Update on Swinging Bridge Village from Buddy Brock 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held May 28, 2026 b. Approval of payment in the amount of $14,000.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram, progress billing for the 2025 Audit (001-140-604) c. Approval of payment in the amount of $199.00 to add an additional class to Human Resource Officer Brianna Short's previously approved SHRM Conference travel (001-140-611) d. Approval for Officers Tim Ford and Nijua Kagler to attend the High In Plain Sight Conference in Brandon, MS on July 9th, 2026–July 10, 2026 at no cost to the City e. Approval for Captain Chris Chambliss to attend the IAFF 14th District Caucus July 7-9, 2026 at the Golden Nugget Casino in Biloxi, MS, at no cost to the city 7. Discussion and Action a. Approval of Claims Docket in the amount of $361,813.93 from May 20th through June 3, 2026 b. Approval to hire LaRon Simpson as a Patrol Officer at $22.84 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Approval of Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:30

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

State Legislature awards $850,000 for drainage improvements

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hear a presentation about an $850,000 grant from the State Legislature for drainage improvements. They will also discuss several potential ordinances, including restrictions on nitrous oxide sales to minors and removal of tree limbs. Additional topics include the 2025 soccer season finances, planning a 250th birthday event, the city’s mosquito‑spraying schedule, and the agenda for June 11.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Presentation by Senator David Blount and Representative Fabian Nelson of a check in the amount of $850,000.00, awarded by the State Legislature for drainage improvements b. Discussion of a potential ordinance regarding the sale of nitrous oxide to minors for recreational use c. Discussion of a potential ordinance regarding the removal of tree limbs d. Discussion of the 2025 Soccer Season revenues and expenses e. Discussion of Forming a Planning Committee to plan an event for our Nation's 250th Birthday f. Discussion of the City's mosquito spraying schedule g. Discussion of the June 11th agenda 4. Adjourn
Thu May 28, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

City approves bridge repair, hiring, and festival restroom upgrades

The Byram Board of Aldermen will consider approving emergency repairs to the Renfroe Pump Station, hiring a police records clerk and patrol officer, and adding a restroom to the Swinging Bridge Festival contract. The meeting also includes the approval of a $150,066 payment for the Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement Project.

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✓ Decided: City approved emergency $13,872 repair of Renfroe Pump Station

The Board approved an emergency repair at the Renfroe Pump Station to prevent loss or harm to the city. It also approved the Claims Docket totaling $654,432.17, promoted Vera Jones to Lead Deputy Court Clerk, and authorized hires for a part‑time police records clerk and a Patrol Officer Level 2. Additional actions included a $150,066 bridge contract, a $1,700 add‑on for a festival restroom, and appointment of voting delegates. The discussion on forming a 250th Independence Day planning committee was tabled until the June 8 work session.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to add under Discussion and Action the approval of a promotion to Lead Deputy Court Clerk for Vera Jones, approval of an emergency repair to the Renfroe Pump Station, approval to add an additional mobile restroom/changing room for the Swinging Bridge Festival bands' use, and a discussion of forming a committee to plan a 4th July event for our Nation's 250th Independence Day b. Project updates from City Engineer Ron McMaster, Jr. 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held May 11, 2026 b. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held May 14, 2026 c. Approval for Human Resource Officer Brianna Short to attend the 2026 Phelps Labor and Employment Law Seminar in New Orleans, LA, June 10 to June 12, 2026, with no registration fee and $1,194.00 in estimated travel expenses (001- 140-610/611) d. Acceptance and congratulations on the retirement of Court Clerk Paula Morrison e. Approval for Jeffrey Overby to attend a class on Negotiations & Talk Tactics in Richland, MS, June 1-2, 2026 with $350.00 registration fee that will be reimbursed after payment and no estimated t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4, Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward IT Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large, joined at 7:35 p.m. via Zoom Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zach Giddy 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to add under Discussion and Action the approval of a promotion to Lead Deputy Court Clerk for Vera Jones, approval of an emergency repair to the Renfroe Pump Station, approval to add an additional mobile restroom/changing room for the Swinging Bridge Festival bands' use, and a discussion of forming a committee to plan a 4th July event for our Nation's 250th Independence Day Motion to approve amending the agenda Moved by: Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Chris Carson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson Nays: None Motion: Passed b. Project updates from City Engineer Ron McMaster, Jr. No Board action taken 6. Approv [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu May 14, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Mayor and Board approve $698,400 Davis Road Bridge contract

The Board approved the lowest and best bid of $698,400 from Fordice Construction for the Davis Road Bridge Project and authorized the Mayor to execute the contract. They also approved Construction Engineering and Inspection contracts with McMaster & Associates for the Davis Road Bridge Replacement and for the Terry Road Paving Improvements from Siwell Road to the Jackson city limits. The meeting included approvals of several previously denied agreements for the Swinging Bridge Festival and a $731,475.08 claims docket. Additional items discussed were soccer season finances and a possible closed session on litigation.

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✓ Decided: City approves major road and bridge contracts and funds for right‑of‑way

The Board approved engineering and construction contracts for the Davis Road Bridge replacement and the Terry Road paving improvements, accepted the lowest bid of $698,400 for the bridge project, and authorized a check of up to $120,000 for the Walgreens right‑of‑way needed for the Siwell/Terry Road intersection. It also approved several previously denied contracts for the Swinging Bridge Festival and adopted proclamations honoring the Jackson State University alumni chapter and National Public Works Week. All motions passed unanimously.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items approval to advertise for bids for the Terry Road paving project, and under Discussion and Action a discussion of the 2025 soccer season revenues and expenses and a Closed Session to determine if Executive Session is necessary to discuss a matter of litigation b. Approval of Proclamation for Jackson State University National Alumni Association, Byram-Terry Chapter c. Approval of Proclamation for National Public Works Week d. Approval of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) Contract with McMaster & Associates, Inc. for the Davis Road Bridge Replacement Project e. Approval to accept the lowest and best bid of $698,400.00 from Fordice Construction for the Davis Road Bridge Project and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract f. Approval of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) contract with McMaster & Associates, Inc. for the Terry Road Paving Improvements Project from Siwell Road to the Jackson City Limits g. Approval to advertise for bids for the Terry Road Paving Improvements Project from Siwell Road to the Jackson City Limits 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM. City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorneys Zach Giddy and John Scott Milam Absent: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward IT 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items approval to advertise for bids for the Terry Road paving project, and under Discussion and Action a discussion of the 2025 soccer season revenues and expenses and a Closed Session to determine if Executive Session is necessary to discuss a matter of litigation Motion to approve amending the agenda with the explanatory wording after “respectfully submitted to the Board of Aldermen” removed from Item 6(b) and with item 6(k) moved to the June Work Session Moved by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Seconded by: Erma Johnson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Nays: None Motion: Passed b. Ap [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon May 11, 2026 · 18:30

Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board discusses soccer complex update, finances, and apartment security ordinance

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hear an update on the city’s soccer complex from Ron McMaster, Jr. of McMaster & Associates, Inc. They will review FY2025 soccer revenues and expenses. The board will continue discussion of a proposed ordinance that would require apartment complexes to hire an unarmed security guard to patrol at night. The session also includes routine agenda review.

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✓ Decided: No decisions were made at the May 11 work session

The board discussed a soccer complex update, FY2025 soccer finances, a proposed security guard ordinance for apartment complexes, and the agenda. No board action was taken on any of these items. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Soccer Complex update from Ron McMaster, Jr. of McMaster & Associates, Inc. b. Discussion of FY2025 soccer revenues and expenses c. Continuation of 4/9/26 discussion of a possible ordinance requiring apartment complexes in the City of Byram to hire an unarmed security guard to patrol the property at night d. Discussion of 5/11/26 agenda 4. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor White called the work session to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward IT Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorneys Zach Giddy and John Scott Milam 3. Presented Items a. Soccer Complex update from Ron McMaster, Jr. of McMaster & Associates, Inc. No Board action taken. b. Discussion of FY2025 soccer revenues and expenses No Board action taken c. Continuation of 4/9/26 discussion of a possible ordinance requiring apartment complexes in the City of Byram to hire an unarmed security guard to patrol the property at night No Board action taken. d. Discussion of 5/11/26 agenda No Board action taken 4. Adjourn Work Session adjourned at 8:08 p.m. Ww ; ae ‘Richard White, Mayor pare 598 lo pate: Yao ‘Bip APPROVED: Julia Kraft, City Clerk
Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram officials consider drainage projects and bridge replacement payments

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on engineering proposals for drainage projects on Barrington, Alixandria, and Windmill Drives. The body is also deciding on several contracts for the Swinging Bridge Festival and infrastructure payments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves major drainage contracts and denies new home request

The Board approved contracts with McMaster & Associates for engineering design, CE&I services, topographic surveying and utility locating for drainage projects on Barrington, Alixandria, and Windmill Drives. It denied a request to build a new home on an existing slab at 108 Forest Lake Drive. A vote to approve several Swinging Bridge Festival agreements failed. Additional actions included an emergency pump purchase, appointing a member to the Metro Jackson Water Authority Board, and promoting a fire lieutenant.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include in Presented Items, approval of proposals for Engineering Design and CE&I services, and Topographic Surveying and Subservice Utility Locating for upcoming drainage projects at Barrington Drive, Alixandria Drive and Windmill Drive, to move Consent Agenda Item 6(d) to Presented Items, to add to the Consent Agenda the approval of two contracts with musicians for the Swinging Bridge Festival, to pull item 7(i), Closed Session, from the agenda, and to add the recommendation for the appointment of a Delegate to the Metro Jackson Water Authority b. Congratulations to the Fire Department's Employee of the Quarter, Lea Ann Warren c. Approval of a Proclamation celebrating the 80th Birthday of Terry Howard d. Update on Swinging Bridge Village by Buddy Brock e. Donald Jordan to address the Board regarding building a new home on an existing slab at 108 Forest Lake Drive f. Approval of Proposal from McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Engineering Design and CE&I Services for drainage projects at Barrington Drive, Alixandria Drive and Windmill Drive g. Approval of Proposal from McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Topographic Surveying and Subservice Utility Locating for dra [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, April 23, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large, via Zoom Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorneys Zach Giddy and John Scott Milam 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include in Presented Items, approval of proposals for Engineering Design and CE&I services, and Topographic Surveying and Subservice Utility Locating for upcoming drainage projects at Barrington Drive, Alixandria Drive and Windmill Drive, to move Consent Agenda Item 6(d) to Presented Items, to add to the Consent Agenda the approval of two contracts with musicians for the Swinging Bridge Festival, to pull items 6(i), Travel, and 7(i), Closed Session, from the agenda, and to add the recommendation for the appointment of a Member At Large to represent the City of Byram on the Metro Jackson Water Authority Board Motion to approve Moved by: Robert Amos Seconded by: Roschelle Gibs [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items [approve Swinging Bridge Festival agreements, items k, l, m, n, q and r]
4 nay · 3 yea
Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Chris Carson yea · Erma Johnson nay · Teresa Mack nay · Roschelle Gibson nay · Roshunda Harris-Allen nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board approves a budget amendment for city finances

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will approve a budget amendment and a $371,009.74 claims docket. They will also approve several consent agenda items, including payments and contracts ranging from $4,000 to $12,101. Additional actions include a 50‑cent hourly pay increase for the receptionist/assistant and discussion of a proposed ordinance requiring night security guards at apartment complexes.

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✓ Decided: Board approved budget amendment, claims payout and several proclamations

The Board approved proclamations for Junior Auxiliary Week and Fair Housing Month, and adopted the consent agenda while tabling one item for a landscaping contract. It also approved a $371,009.74 claims docket, a budget amendment, and a 50‑cent hourly pay raise for the receptionist/assistant. An ordinance on apartment security was tabled and the number of food trucks allowed on Food Truck Friday was increased to eight.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval of Proclamation for Junior Auxiliary Week 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 26, 2026 b. Approval of payment in the amount of $17,000.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for progress billing related to the 2025 Audit (001-140-604) c. Approval of Proclamation for Fair Housing Month d. Approval of proposal in the total amount of $12,101.00 from The Lord's Little Helper Landscape Company for completely re-landscaping around City Hall and the City Hall sign at the road, and cleaning up the existing landscaping around the City Hall playground, conditional upon the Board approving a budget amendment that will allow the expense e. Approval for Officers Tristan Lofton, Connor Martin, and Mike Aycox to attend Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Class in Richland, MS on April 21–Apr 23, 2026, at no cost to the city f. Approval for Officer Shawn Walters to attend the 2026 Sobriety Trained Officers Representing Mississippi Conference & Awards Banquet in Biloxi, MS on May 5– May 7, 2026, with no registration fees and $410.94 estimated travel expenses g. Acceptance of donations in the amount of $1,500.00 from Flui [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward TV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney John Scott Milam Absent: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward IT 5. Presented Items a. Approval of Proclamation for Junior Auxiliary Week Motion to approve Moved by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Seconded by: Erma Johnson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Nays: None Motion: Passed 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items Motion to approve the Consent Agenda with the conditions that item (d) is pulled for a separate vote and that it is specified that the items to be disposed of in item (j) have ceased to be used for municipal purposes Moved by: Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Robert Amos Ayes: Erma Johnson, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Nays: None Motion: Passed Item (d) was tabled to find a landscap [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 18:30

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Discussion of new soccer fields and sports complex for Byram

The Board will discuss plans for a soccer fields and sports complex. They will also consider possible amendments to the City Employee Handbook. The agenda for the next meeting on April 9 will be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: No substantive actions were taken at the April 6 work session

The board discussed a soccer fields and sports complex proposal, a possible amendment to the employee handbook, and the upcoming April 9 agenda. No motions were made, and no items were approved, denied, or tabled.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of Soccer Fields and Sports Complex b. Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook c. Discussion of 4/9/26 agenda 4. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR WORK SESSION OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, April 6, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zach Giddy Absent: Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of Soccer Fields and Sports Complex Presented by Ron McMaster, Jr. of McMaster & Associates No Board action taken b. Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook No Board action taken c. Discussion of 4/9/26 agenda No Board action taken 4, Adjourn Work Session adjourned at 8:38 p.m. we re pate:_blageae APPROVED: 4 Holt DATE: ¢E2RO Julia Kraft, City Clerk
Thu Mar 26, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board approves $952,819.01 claims docket for March 4‑18, 2026

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on conditional use requests for mobile food vendors at 100 Handley Blvd (C‑3 district) and 7264 S. Siwell Road (C‑1 district). They will approve a series of consent‑agenda items, including donations, training expenses, and payments for the Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement project. The board will also consider a $81,249.92 cash request for the CDBG Drainage Project, hiring a dispatcher at $14.25 per hour, and a special event application for a crawfish fundraiser.

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✓ Decided: Board approved conditional use permits for two mobile food vendors

The Board approved both conditional‑use applications – one at 100 Handley Blvd (C‑3) limited to a single food truck, and another at 7264 S. Siwell Road (C‑1) with DRC‑recommended conditions. They also approved the $952,819.01 claims docket, an $81,249.92 CDBG cash request, hired a dispatcher, and authorized a crawfish fundraiser event. Additional consent‑agenda items included payments for bridge‑replacement contracts and donations for the Swinging Bridge Festival.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Public Hearing for the purpose of determining whether or not a Conditional Use for a Mobile Food Vendor shall be allowed in a C-3 Zoning District, Parcel No. 4851-269-37 located at 100 Handley Blvd, Byram b. Public Hearing for the purpose of determining whether or not a Conditional Use for a Mobile Food Vendor shall be allowed in a C-1 Zoning District, Parcel No. 4851-257-21 located at 7264 S. Siwell Road, Byram, MS 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 9, 2026 b. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 12, 2026 c. Acceptance of donation for the Swinging Bridge Festival in the amount of $1,500.00 from Raworth & Harvel LLC d. Acceptance of Donation for the Mayoral Health Council's Community Baby Shower in the amount of $500.00 from Leavell Woods United Methodist Church e. Approval for Officer Christopher Carter to attend Field Training Officer Certification in Hattiesburg, MS from April 13 to April 16, 2026, with a $350.00 registration fee and $240.00 estimated travel expenses (001-200-610/611) f. Approval for Officers Terris Thomas, Detra Ward, Tri [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large, joined via Zoom at 7:14 p.m. Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zach Giddy 5. Presented Items Motion to amend the agenda to add under Presented Items approval of a memorandum from Alderman Mack Moved by: Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Teresa Mack Ayes: Erma Johnson, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson Nays: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos Motion Passed Motion to add a document entitled "Memorandum for the Record" by Alderman Mack to_the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 12. 2026 Moved by: Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Teresa Mack Ayes: Erma Johnson, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson Nays: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Chris Carson Mayor Richard White cast the tie-breaker vote of Nay City Engineer Ron McMaster, Jr. gave an update on current [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Presented Items [amend the agenda to add approval of a memorandum from Alderman Mack]
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Erma Johnson yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders nay · Robert Amos nay · Roshunda Harris-Allen abstain
Presented Items [add the Memorandum for the Record presented by Alderman Mack to the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 12, 2026]
3 yea · 3 nay
Erma Johnson yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders nay · Robert Amos nay · Chris Carson nay
Approval of Consent Agenda Items [approve the Minutes of the Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held March 9, 2026]
6 yea · 1 nay
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea · Teresa Mack nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram Board of Aldermen to consider payments for soccer complex and audits

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss a proposal for the 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival and a partnership for a Spring Job Expo. The body is also deciding on several payments for city audits and sports complex design services.

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✓ Decided: City approves $4.8 M sewer expansion loan and advertises bids for road and bridge projects

The Board approved a $4,800,000 SRF loan to expand sewer service along Hinds Parkway. It also authorized advertising for bids on the Terry Road Overlay and Davis Road Bridge projects. Additional actions included approving a $272,248.83 claims docket, a special job‑expo event, and a failed contract for the Swinging Bridge Festival. The Assistant Police Chief was sworn in.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Event Planning Services Proposal for the 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival by Coretta Frazier of Professional Management Solutions 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held February 26, 2026 b. Approval for City Clerk Julia Kraft to attend a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Implementation Workshop in Pearl, MS on March 25, 2026 at no cost to the City c. Approval for City Clerk Julia Kraft and Human Resource Officer Brianna Short to attend a Municipal Liability & Workers Compensation Educational Workshop in Brandon, MS on April 23, 2028 at no cost to the City d. Approval of payment in the amount of $18,750.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for completion of the 2023 audit (001-140-604) e. Approval of payment in the amount of $58,500.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for completion of the 2024 audit (001-140-604) f. Approval for Jamere Shelby to attend a CO2 Pipeline Response course at the State Fire Academy in Pearl, MS, March 28, 2026 at no cost to the city g. Approval of payment in the amount of $162,457.38 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for design and CE&I services for the Soccer Complex (100-550-602) h. Approval of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Public Works Director Dexter Shelby 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward IIT Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zach Giddy Absent: Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items the swearing in of Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan, and approval to apply for an SRF loan to expand sewer service Motion to amend the agenda Moved by Robert Amos Seconded by: Roschelle Gibson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Motion: Passed b. Swearing in of Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan was sworn in by Chief Kevin Turner c. Approval to apply for an SRF loan in the amount of $4,800,000 to be used for the expansion of sewer service along the Hinds Parkway Motion to Approve the submission of the SRF loan application and facilities plan for future funding of a sewer expansion project Moved b [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 18:30

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board to discuss March 12 agenda and proposed employee handbook amendment

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will meet to discuss the agenda for the March 12 meeting. They will also consider amendments to the City of Byram's Employee Handbook.

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✓ Decided: No board actions taken; festival proposal discussed, handbook amendment tabled

The board discussed a proposal from Coretta Frazier of Professional Management Solutions to plan the Swinging Bridge Festival, but took no action. A proposal to amend the City of Byram’s Employee Handbook was tabled until the next work session.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Roll Call 4. Presented Items a. Discussion of March 12th agenda b. Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook 5. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the Work Session to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Invocation 3. Roll Call 4. Presented Items a. Discussion of March 12th agenda Coretta Frazier of Professional Management Solutions gave an Event Planning Services Proposal for planning the Swinging Bridge Festival. No Board action was taken b. Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook Tabled until next work session 5. Adjourn Work Session adjourned at 7:44 p.m. RENN ee omer, PALL swe 3febo)>o (/ iulia Kraft, City Cletk
Thu Feb 26, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board will vote to hire an Assistant Chief of Police with a $70,000 salary

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several approvals, including hiring an Assistant Chief of Police at a $70,000 salary with benefits. They will also vote on a $94,647 contract for the Old Byram Road Bridge replacement and a $85,766 purchase of two police Ford Explorers. A public hearing will decide a conditional use request for a mobile food vendor at 100 Handley Blvd in a C-3 zone.

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✓ Decided: City approves land condemnation for Siwell Road and Terry Road intersection expansion

The Board passed a resolution authorizing condemnation of land for the Siwell Road and Terry Road Intersection Expansion Project. It also approved hiring an Assistant Chief of Police at a $70,000 salary, a professional services agreement for the Big Creek Interceptor Project, and the allocation of $25,000 from Hinds County to Davis Road Park and the Soccer Complex. Additional actions included amending the agenda for police training requests, approving the consent agenda items, and approving the $413,360.79 claims docket.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include in the Consent Agenda two Police Officer training requests b. Public Hearing for the purpose of determining whether or not a conditional use shall be granted for a Mobile Food Vendor in a C-3 Zoning District at 100 Handley Blvd, Byram, MS 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held February 9, 2026 b. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held February 12, 2026 c. Approval of payment in the amount of $150.00 to the Mississippi Municipal Clerks and Collectors Association for Clerk Certification fees for City Clerk Julia Kraft (001-140-611) d. Approval of payment in the amount of $85,766.00 to JAAF, LLC (J. Allen Ford) for purchase of two PD Ford Explorers that were approved in the FY2026 budget (001-200-915) e. Approval for Officer Robert J. Washington, Jr. to attend a class on Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety in Pearl, MS on 3/2/26 at no cost to the City f. Approval for Officer Keith Jordan and Zeus to attend the 2026 USPCA Region 26 Seminar for yearly K-9 certification and training in Madison, MS on 3/9/26 to 3/13/ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward II Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attomey John Scanlon Absent: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include in the Consent Agenda two Police Officer training requests Motion to Approve amending the agenda Moved by Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Chris Carson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Motion: Passed b. Public Hearing for the purpose of determining whether or not a conditional use shall be granted for a Mobile Food Vendor in a C-3 Zoning District at 100 Handley Blvd, Byram, MS Public Hearing will be re-published for March 26th 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Moved by Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Ayes: Erma Johnson, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Public Comments
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu Feb 12, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

City approves $133,769.50 payment for CDBG Drainage Improvement Project

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will approve several consent agenda items, including large payments for infrastructure projects and travel expenses. They will also act on a claims docket, hire a Deputy Court Clerk, lease space for a police sub‑station, and consider special event applications and festival discussions. The meeting includes presentations honoring a retired police chief and swearing in the new police chief.

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✓ Decided: City approved lease for police sub‑station in proposed Fleetway Market building

The Board approved a lease agreement with Byram RE, LLC for a 1,000‑sq‑ft addition to the proposed Fleetway Market building to serve as a police sub‑station. It also declared the property at Davis Road, Hinds Parkway and Siwell Road a municipal right‑of‑way, approved hiring a Deputy Court Clerk, and authorized payment of the $607,143.75 claims docket. Several other project payments and a special Easter Festival were also approved.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Discussion and Action a clarification of the use of the property where the City of Byram sign is located, and discussion of the Swinging Bridge Festival b. Presentation of plaque in honor of retired Police Chief David Errington c. Swearing in of Kevin Turner as Police Chief d. Presentation and acceptance of 2024 Audit, presented by Greg Derrick of Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC e. Mr. Jamerial Benson to address the Mayor and Board of Aldermen regarding a request to purchase property owned by the City of Byram 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held January 22,2026 b. Approval for City Clerk Julia Kraft and Deputy Clerk Cynthia Elabor to attend the 2026 Spring Municipal Clerk Conference in Starkville, MS, 4/29/26 to 5/1/26, with $225.00 each registration fees and $574.00 each in estimated travel expenses (001-140-610/611) c. Approval for the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, City Clerk, Deputy Clerk and Public Works Director to attend the 2026 MML Annual Conference in Biloxi, MS from 6/28/26 to 7/2/26 with a total of $3500.00 in registration fees and $11,936.20 in estima [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA. 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Enma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Giddy 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Discussion and Action a clarification of the use of the property where the City of Byram sign is located, and discussion of the Swinging Bridge Festival Motion to amend the agenda Moved by Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Motion: Passed b. Presentation of plaque in honor of retired Police Chief David Errington Mayor White and Chief Turner presented the plaque to retired Chief David Errington ec. Swearing in of Kevin Turner as Police Chief Police Chief Kevin Turmer was sworm in by Mayor White Representative Fabian Nelson addressed the Mayor and Boar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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Approval of Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 18:30

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Byram officials to discuss Pocket Park naming and development

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss the official naming and development plans for the Pocket Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival and the agenda for a subsequent meeting on February 12, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Byram Board takes no actions at February 9 regular meeting

The board discussed the Big Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Project, the naming and development of the Pocket Park site, and the 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival, but no board actions were taken on any item. No votes were recorded.

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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Roll Call 4. Presented Items a. Discussion of the official naming of the piece of land known as the Pocket Park, and plans for its development b. Discussion of the 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival c. Discussion of the agenda for the February 12, 2026 Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen 5. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, February 9, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Public Works Director Dexter Shelby 3. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward [II Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large, via Zoom Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Giddy 4. Presented Items Engineers Jeff Green and Dan Townsend of Pickering Firm, Inc. gave updates on the Big Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Project. No Board action was taken a. Discussion of the official naming of the piece of land known as the Pocket Park, and plans for its development Mayor Pro Tem Johnson and Aldermen Mack asked to go on record as being opposed to using the property located at the intersection of Hinds Parkway, Siwell Road and South Siwell Road as a park. David and Patricia Bretheim of South Siwell Road sent an email in opposition to using the location as a park and Tony Cooper of Siwell Road addressed the Mayor and Board with his concerns about potential traffic blocking access for emergency vehicles, as well as potentially increased crime and safety issues. No Board action was taken b. Discussion of the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board appoints Kevin Turner as new Police Chief with $73,000 salary

The Board will vote on appointing Kevin Turner as Police Chief, effective February 1, 2026, at an annual salary of $73,000. It will also consider authorizing City Engineers to submit MPO applications for 2027 projects and approve several contract payments for the Old Byram Road Bridge project. Additional items include a mileage reimbursement rate increase and hiring a certified firefighter/EMT.

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✓ Decided: Board appoints new Police Chief and approves major bridge payments

The Board approved a series of items including authorizing the City Engineer to submit 2027 MPO applications, increasing the mileage reimbursement rate, and paying contractors for the Old Byram Road Bridge project. It also approved the $248,587.27 claims docket, the $1 purchase of a retiring chief’s duty gun, appointed Kevin Turner as Police Chief at a $73,000 salary, and hired Kevin Kindrex as a firefighter/EMT. All motions passed with the recorded votes.

City Hall, Byram
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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Presentation and acceptance of 2024 Audit b. Approval of a Board Order authorizing City Engineers to submit MPO Applications for 2027 Projects c. Update on Swinging Bridge Village, presented by Buddy Brock 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held January 5, 2026 b. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held January 8, 2026 c. Approval of a mileage reimbursement rate increase from 70 cents per mile to 72.5 cents per mile in accordance with the Department of Finance and Administration's memorandum dated January 1, 2026 d. Approval for Detective Jamon Jackson to attend the RCTA Interview and Interrogation Conference in Meridian, MS on March 16th-20th, 2026 with no registration fees and $408.00 estimated travel expenses (001-200-610) e. Approval for Officer Chris Carter to attend the Crisis Intervention Conference in Jackson, MS on January 26th-30th, 2026 at no cost to the City f. Approval of payment in the amount of $60.00 to the Mississippi Firefighters Association for 2026 membership dues for Fire Chief Harry Horton, Michael Sterling and Fred Harkless (001-260-622) g. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Krafi, City Clerk Attorney Zachary Giddy Absent: Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V 5. Presented Items a. Presentation and acceptance of 2024 Audit Tabled until the February 12, 2026 meeting b. Approval of a Board Order authorizing City Engineers to submit MPO Applications for 2027 Projects Motion to Approve two Board Orders authorizing the City Engineer to submit MPO Applications for 2027 paving projects Moved by Chris Carson Seconded by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Motion: Passed c. Update on Swinging Bridge Village, presented by Buddy Brock No Board action taken 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Moved by Roshunda Harris-Allen Seconded by: Chris Carson Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
6 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Thu Jan 8, 2026 · 19:00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board approves $2.1 million Claims Docket for Dec 2025

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on a $2,099,101.12 claims docket covering December 2025. They will also authorize Carr, Riggs & Ingram to conduct the FY2025 city audit and adopt the ARPA Fund 115 budget. Additional actions include a promotion for a patrol officer, a special event permit for a camping and bonfire at Crossroads of Life's baseball fields, and several contract payments.

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City Hall, Byram
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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items, approval of a Proclamation celebrating the Life and Achievements of Miraea Harris Gavin, and under Discussion and Action, authorization for Carr, Riggs & Ingram to conduct the City of Byram's FY2025 Audit and approval of a Special Event Application b. Approval of 2026 Mayoral Health Council Program c. Approval of Proclamation for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Week d. Approval of a Proclamation celebrating the Life and Achievements of Miraea Harris Gavin 6. Approval of Consent Agenda Items a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held December 11, 2025 b. Approval of Minutes of the CDBG 2nd Public Hearing held on December 9, 2025 c. Approval of payment in the amount of $1,805.00 to National League of Cities for 2026 membership dues (001-195-622) d. Approval of payment in the amount of $140.00 to FBI National Academy for annual membership dues for Lieutenant Ricarddo Kincaid (001-200-622) e. Acceptance of donation for Shop With The Cops Toy Drive in the amount of $500.00 from Walmart f. Approval to dispose of the following vehicles, due to them being inoperable: 2005 GMC Yukon, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Thursday, January 8, 2026, 7:00 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Elder James E. Turner, Sr., Senior Pastor of Marl Grove Church of Christ Holiness USA 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward IIL Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attorney Zachary Giddy 5. Presented Items a. Approval to amend the agenda to include under Presented Items, approval of a Proclamation celebrating the Life and Achievements of Miraea Harris Gavin, and under Discussion and Action, authorization for Carr, Riggs & Ingram to conduct the City of Byram's FY2025 Audit and approval of a Special Event Application Motion to Approve amending the agenda Moved by Roschelle Gibson Seconded by: Roshunda Harris-Allen Ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roschelle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen Motion: Passed b. Approval of 2026 Mayoral Health Council Program Orlandrious Bloom gave a presentation regarding the Jackson Heart Study and Community Engagement Center Motion to Approve the Mayora [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Adjourn
7 yea
Erma Johnson yea · Diandra Hosey Sanders yea · Robert Amos yea · Teresa Mack yea · Roschelle Gibson yea · Chris Carson yea · Roshunda Harris-Allen yea
Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 18:30

Work Session of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Board will discuss the agenda for the Jan 8, 2026 meeting

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will meet to review and discuss the agenda items planned for the next regular meeting on January 8, 2026. No decisions or votes are listed for this session.

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City Hall, Byram
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CITY OF BYRAM AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of 1/8/26 agenda 4. Adjourn
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CITY OF BYRAM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF ALDERMEN Monday, January 5, 2026, 6:30 PM City Hall: 5901 Terry Road, Byram, MS 1. Welcome and Call to Order Mayor Richard White called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present: Richard White, Mayor Erma Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem Diandra Hosey Sanders, Alderman, Ward II Robert Amos, Alderman, Ward III Teresa Mack, Alderman, Ward IV Roschelle Gibson, Alderman, Ward V Chris Carson, Alderman, Ward VI Roshunda Harris-Allen, Alderman At Large Julia Kraft, City Clerk Attomey Zachary Giddy 3. Presented Items a. Discussion of 1/8/26 agenda No Board action taken 4. Adjourn Work Session adjourned at 7:28 p.m. mow DATE: )/RQ/2Ql ichard White, Mayor APPROVED: VOEA: DATE: //22 /2lo Julia Kraft, City Clerk

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