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Municipal budget
Total revenue$14.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$11.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$4.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$6.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$905 (FY2023)
Development activity
202544 housing units ($7.8M)
Upcoming
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.
- Claims docket for July 1-15, 2026 in the amount of $726,494.75
- Payment of $14,353.74 to Innovative Solutions for City Hall audio/video equipment
- Payment of $32,491.47 for Design & CE&I Services for Nature Park & Soccer Complex
- Engineering payments to McMaster & Associates for Davis Road Bridge, Terry Road, and Nature Park
- Proposed ordinances regarding minor curfews and recreational nitrous oxide sales
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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
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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 24, 2026 · 19:00
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:30
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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30
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Recent meetings
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.
- Closed session to determine if Executive Session is necessary
- Discussion of administrative procedures concerning employee work assignments and operational practices
- Review of administrative staffing assignments and Board support services
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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
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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.
- Bid award of $427,527.28 to AJ Construction, Inc. for the Terry Road Paving Improvement Project
- Payment of $13,000.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for the 2025 Audit
- Claims Docket approval in the amount of $69,877.87
- Maintenance contracts with Taylor Sudden Service for generators at Station 1 and Station 2
- Discussion regarding the City of Byram Youth Council
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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
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🗳️ 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
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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.
- Hearings on properties at 1406 Marwood Road, 6748 Siwell Road, 4278 Glennoak Circle, 505 Clear Creek Cove, and 1901 Timber Lake Place
- Approval of $304,601.18 Claims Docket for June 3 through June 17, 2026
- Agreement with Flock Safety for four LPRs for two annual payments of $12,500.00 each
- Payment of $25,017.00 to Hemphill Construction Company for Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Approval to hire a Public Works Administrative Assistant at $43,000 annually
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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
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.
- Discussion of Swinging Bridge Festival cancellation
- Discussion of rescheduling options for the Swinging Bridge Festival
- Discussion of applications and contracts related to the Swinging Bridge Festival
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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.
- Set July 18th as the new date for the Swinging Bridge Festival (7-0)
- Designated July 25th as a backup date for the festival
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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
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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
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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
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🗳️ 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 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.
- Presentation of $850,000 state grant for drainage improvements
- Potential ordinance on sale of nitrous oxide to minors
- Potential ordinance on removal of tree limbs
- Discussion of 2025 Soccer Season revenues and expenses
- Discussion of the city's mosquito spraying schedule
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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.
- Approval of $150,066.00 payment to Hemphill Construction for ERBR-25(02) Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement Project
- Approval to promote Vera Jones to Lead Deputy Court Clerk at $23.00 per hour
- Approval to hire Patrol Officer Level 2 at $45,000 per year
- Approval to add $1,700.00 to Newman Services contract for Swinging Bridge Festival restroom
- Approval of emergency rebuild of Renfroe Pump Station
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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.
- Approved emergency repair of Renfroe Pump Station for $13,872 (unanimous)
- Approved Claims Docket payment of $654,432.17 (unanimous)
- Promoted Vera Jones to Lead Deputy Court Clerk at $23/hr (unanimous)
- Authorized hire of part‑time Police Records Clerk at $20/hr (unanimous)
- Authorized hire of Patrol Officer Level 2 at $45,000/yr with benefits (unanimous)
- Approved $150,066 payment to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge replacement (unanimous)
- Approved $1,700 addition to Newman Services contract for festival restroom (unanimous)
- Appointed Alderman Teresa Mack as Voting Delegate and Alderman Roschelle Gibson as Alternate for 2026 MML Vice President Election (unanimous)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Approve $698,400 bid from Fordice Construction for Davis Road Bridge Project
- Approve CE&I contract with McMaster & Associates for Davis Road Bridge Replacement
- Approve CE&I contract with McMaster & Associates for Terry Road Paving Improvements (Siwell Rd to Jackson limits)
- Approve previously denied Swinging Bridge Festival contracts: $2,885.25 tents, $2,300 golf carts, $1,000 and $875 performances, $9,500 iHeart Media advertising, $3,200 WDBD TV advertising
- Approve Claims Docket in the amount of $731,475.08
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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.
- Approved Construction Engineering & Inspection contract with McMaster & Associates for Davis Road Bridge Replacement (unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of lowest bid $698,400 from Fordice Construction for Davis Road Bridge Project (unanimous)
- Approved Construction Engineering & Inspection contract with McMaster & Associates for Terry Road Paving Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for bids for Terry Road Paving Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $731,475.08 Claims Docket (unanimous)
- Approved $2,885.25 agreement with All Seasons Events for Swinging Bridge Festival (unanimous)
- Approved issuance of check up to $120,000 for Walgreens property right‑of‑way (unanimous)
- Approved Proclamation for National Public Works Week (unanimous)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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 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.
- Soccer Complex update presented by Ron McMaster, Jr.
- Discussion of FY2025 soccer revenues and expenses
- Continuation of discussion on ordinance requiring apartment complexes to hire an unarmed security guard for night patrols
- Review of the meeting agenda
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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.
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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.
- Payment of $155,471.00 to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement
- Payment of $81,228.69 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for soccer complex design
- Emergency purchase of $11,575.00 from Hydra Service for Ashley Park lift station pump
- Proposed ordinance prohibiting the sale of nitrous oxide for recreational use
- Appointment of Darnishia Norwood as Municipal Court Clerk at a salary of $55,000
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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.
- Approved agenda amendment and related items (7-0)
- Denied request to build new home at 108 Forest Lake Drive (5-2)
- Approved engineering design and CE&I services contract with McMaster & Associates (7-0)
- Approved topographic surveying and utility locating contract with McMaster & Associates (7-0)
- Failed vote on Swinging Bridge Festival agreements (3-4)
- Approved emergency purchase of $11,575 from Hydra Service for Ashley Park lift station pump (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Tramone Smith to Metro Jackson Water Authority Board (7-0)
- Approved promotion of Demichael Mabry to Lieutenant (7-0)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- $12,101.00 contract with The Lord's Little Helper Landscape Company for City Hall landscaping
- $4,000.00 contract with D. Zarr's Amazing Funk Monster to perform at the Swinging Bridge Festival
- $410.94 travel expenses for Officer Shawn Walters to attend a conference in Biloxi
- $371,009.74 approval of the Claims Docket for March 18–April 2, 2026
- Proposed ordinance requiring apartment complexes to hire unarmed security guards for night patrols
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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.
- Approved Proclamation for Junior Auxiliary Week (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items; item (d) tabled for landscaping contract (6-0)
- Approved $371,009.74 Claims Docket (5-1)
- Approved Budget Amendment (6-0)
- Approved 50‑cent hourly pay increase for Receptionist/Assistant Shelia Colbert (6-0)
- Tabled ordinance requiring apartment complexes to hire unarmed security guards (6-0)
- Approved increase of Food Truck Friday slots to eight trucks (6-0)
- Approved adjournment at 8:11 p.m. (6-0)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Discussion of soccer fields and sports complex
- Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook
- Discussion of the April 9, 2026 agenda
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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.
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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.
- Public hearing: conditional use for a mobile food vendor at 100 Handley Blvd, C‑3 zoning
- Public hearing: conditional use for a mobile food vendor at 7264 S. Siwell Road, C‑1 zoning
- Approval of $142,189 payment to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement (Contractor Estimate No. 6)
- Approval of $23,300 payment to McMaster & Associates for engineering design and construction services on the Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement
- Approval to submit Request for Cash 7 to MDA for $81,249.92 reimbursement for the CDBG Drainage Project
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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.
- Approved conditional use for mobile food vendor at 100 Handley Blvd (C‑3) with one‑truck limit (ayes: Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen; nays: Erma Johnson, Teresa Mack, Roselle Gibson)
- Approved conditional use for mobile food vendor at 7264 S. Siwell Road (C‑1) with DRC conditions (ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen; nays: Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roselle Gibson)
- Approved Claims Docket $952,819.01 for March 4‑18 2026 (ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Roselle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen; nays: Teresa Mack)
- Approved Request for Cash 7 to MDA for $81,249.92 CDBG Drainage Project (ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roselle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen)
- Approved hiring of Dispatcher Daniel Smith at $14.25 per hour with full benefits (ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roselle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen)
- Approved special event application for a crawfish fundraiser on April 17 at Vowell's Marketplace parking lot (ayes: Erma Johnson, Diandra Hosey Sanders, Robert Amos, Teresa Mack, Roselle Gibson, Chris Carson, Roshunda Harris-Allen)
- Approved payment $23,300 to McMaster & Associates for Old Byram Road Bridge design services (consent agenda item, motion passed)
- Approved payment $142,189 to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge contractor estimate (consent agenda item, motion passed)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Payment of $162,457.38 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Soccer Complex design and CE&I services
- Payment of $58,500.00 and $18,750.00 to Carr, Riggs & Ingram for 2024 and 2023 audits
- Claims Docket approval in the amount of $272,248.83
- Final payment of $377.50 for Phase 1 of the Big Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Project
- Special Event Application for a Spring Job Expo and College & Career Fair at 5659 Terry Rd
budgetinfrastructureeventsauditssports-facilities
✓ 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.
- Approved $4,800,000 SRF loan for Hinds Parkway sewer expansion (6-0)
- Advertised for bids on Terry Road Overlay Project (6-0)
- Advertised for bids on Davis Road Bridge Project (6-0)
- Approved claims docket totaling $272,248.83 (6-0)
- Approved special event partnership for Spring Job Expo on April 18 (6-0)
- Swore in Assistant Police Chief Derrick Jordan (no vote)
- Failed contract with Professional Management Solutions for 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival (Mayor tie‑breaker Nay)
- Approved consent agenda items including audit payments and design services (6-0)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Discussion of March 12 agenda
- Discussion of amending the City of Byram's Employee Handbook
governancepersonnelpolicy
✓ 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.
- Festival planning proposal – no action
- Employee handbook amendment – tabled
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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.
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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.
- Hire Assistant Chief of Police – salary $70,000 with full benefits
- Approve $94,647 payment to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge replacement
- Approve $85,766 payment to JAAF, LLC for two PD Ford Explorers
- Public hearing on conditional use for mobile food vendor at 100 Handley Blvd (C-3 zone)
- Approve $150 payment for Clerk certification fees to Mississippi Municipal Clerks and Collectors Association
policebudgetinfrastructurezoningcontracts
✓ 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.
- Amended agenda to include two police officer training requests (passed)
- Approved consent agenda items including minutes, payments, vehicle purchases, officer training, and bridge contract (passed)
- Approved claims docket totaling $413,360.79 (passed)
- Approved hiring Assistant Chief of Police at $70,000 salary with benefits (passed)
- Approved professional services agreement with Pickering Firm, Inc. for Big Creek Interceptor Project (passed)
- Allocated $25,000 equally to Davis Road Park and the Soccer Complex (passed)
- Approved public comment allowing flyer distribution at Food Truck Friday (passed)
- Authorized condemnation of lands for Siwell Road and Terry Road Intersection Expansion Project (passed)
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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/
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Approve $133,769.50 payment to 2B Dirt and Contracting for the CDBG Drainage Improvement Project
- Approve $17,247.50 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for the Big Creek Interceptor Project
- Approve lease of a 1,000‑sq‑ft addition to the proposed Fleetway Market building for a police sub‑station
- Approve hiring of a Deputy Court Clerk at $14.43 per hour with full benefits
- Approve $607,143.75 claims docket for the period Jan 14–Feb 4, 2026
financeinfrastructurepublic-safetyeventspersonnel
✓ 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.
- Approved lease for police sub‑station (passed)
- Declared Davis Road/Hinds Parkway/Siwell Road property a municipal right‑of‑way (passed)
- Approved claims docket payment of $607,143.75 (passed)
- Approved hiring of Deputy Court Clerk Kvara Barnes at $14.43/hr with benefits (passed)
- Approved special event Easter Festival for New Beginnings Church (passed)
- Approved Change Order 2 reducing Big Creek Sanitary Sewer contract by $375 (passed)
- Approved payment of $133,769.50 to 2B Dirt and Contracting for CDBG Drainage Improvement Project (passed)
- Approved consent agenda items, including travel and conference expenses (passed)
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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
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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
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🗳️ 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 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.
- Naming and development plans for the Pocket Park
- 2026 Swinging Bridge Festival
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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
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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.
- Appointment of Kevin Turner as Police Chief – $73,000 salary
- Authorization for City Engineers to submit 2027 MPO applications
- Payment of $46,600 to McMaster & Associates for Old Byram Road Bridge design
- Payment of $121,836 to Hemphill Construction for Old Byram Road Bridge replacement
- Mileage reimbursement rate increase from $0.70 to $0.725 per mile
policebudgetinfrastructurepersonnelcontracts
✓ 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.
- Approved Board Orders authorizing City Engineer to submit 2027 MPO applications (motion passed)
- Approved consent agenda items, including mileage reimbursement increase to 72.5¢ per mile and payments of $46,600 to McMaster & Associates, $121,836 to Hemphill Construction, and $5,725 to Hydra Service for bridge work (motion passed)
- Approved Claims Docket totaling $248,587.27 (5 ayes, 1 nay, motion passed)
- Approved purchase of retiring Chief David Errington’s duty gun for $1.00 (motion passed)
- Appointed Kevin Turner as Police Chief with a $73,000 salary effective Feb 1 2026 (motion passed)
- Approved hiring of Kevin Kindrex as Certified Firefighter/EMT at $13.54 hourly with benefits, start Feb 17 2026 (motion passed)
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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.
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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
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🗳️ 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.
- Approve Claims Docket of $2,099,101.12 for 12/3/25‑12/31/25
- Authorize Carr, Riggs & Ingram to conduct FY2025 audit
- Approve ARPA Fund 115 budget
- Pay $102,600 to 2B Dirt and Contracting for CDBG Drainage Project Pay App #5
- Pay $10,375 to Price & Zirulnik PLLC for right‑of‑way acquisition for Siwell/Terry Road Intersection
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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,
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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
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🗳️ 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.
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Julia Kraft, City Clerk
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