Byram public meetings in 2024

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider hiring police officers and dispatchers, approving a $1.45 million ladder truck purchase, and hearing a public request for a tunnel car wash.

• Approval of $1,454,787.00 for a Rosenbauer ladder truck
• Approval to hire Lateral Police Officer at $24.75 per hour
• Approval to hire Emergency Dispatcher at $13.75 per hour
• Public Hearing for tunnel car wash at 5700 I-55 South Frontage Road
• Approval of claims docket in the amount of $345,754.62

The Board approved a $1,454,787.00 quote for a Rosenbauer ladder truck from Bonaventure Company, Inc., with delivery expected in the third quarter of 2026. A conditional use permit was granted for a tunnel car wash at 5700 I-55 South Frontage Road, subject to DRC conditions (no operation between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m., and security cameras with two-week backup). The board also approved several hires, including a lateral police officer at $24.75/hour, and a claims docket totaling $345,754.62.

• Approved $1,454,787.00 Rosenbauer ladder truck quote (unanimous)
• Granted conditional use for tunnel car wash at 5700 I-55 South Frontage Road (unanimous)
• Approved bond resolution and exhibits (unanimous)
• Approved property and liability insurance proposal (unanimous)
• Approved claims docket of $345,754.62 (6-1, Mack nay)
• Hired Ziera Bates as Level II Police Officer at $21.95/hour (unanimous)
• Promoted Daisha Williams to Level I Officer at $20.43/hour (unanimous)
• Hired Bryan Calvin as Lateral Police Officer at $24.75/hour (unanimous)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss a bond issue for a proposed sports complex and accept $500,000 in state funds for the Siwell Road and Terry Road intersection. The board will also hold hearings regarding property conditions and a conditional use permit for a gas station.

• Proposed Parks and Recreation Improvement Bond for a sports complex
• Acceptance of $500,000 for Siwell Road and Terry Road intersection improvements
• Hearing on property at 6748 Siwell Rd to determine if it is a menace to community health and safety
• Public hearing for a convenience store and gas station at Davis Road and Siwell Road
• Contract for $28,888.00 to Delta Constructors for Shop pump station renovation

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen adopted a resolution of intent to issue up to $9.5 million in general obligation parks and recreation improvements bonds for a sports complex and soccer fields, and engaged Government Consultants and Crews & Associates for the project. The Board also declared 6748 Siwell Road a menace to the community, granted a conditional use for a convenience store contingent on a police substation lease, and approved various claims, contracts, and state appropriation agreements.

• Adopted a Resolution of Intent for a $9.5M parks and recreation bond issue for a sports complex and soccer fields (7-0)
• Engaged Government Consultants as Municipal Advisors and Crews & Associates as Bond Underwriters for the sports complex project (7-0)
• Declared 6748 Siwell Road a menace and gave property owners 30 days to clean the property (7-0)
• Granted conditional use for a convenience store and gas station at Davis Road and Siwell Road, contingent on a police substation lease (5-2)
• Approved Claims Docket in the amount of $972,297.71 from 10/16/24 through 11/6/24 (7-0)
• Accepted State Appropriations of $500,000 for the Siwell Road and Terry Road intersection improvements (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Mississippi Transportation Commission for Terry Road Pavement Improvements (6-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with MDOT for the Davis Road Bridge Replacement Project (7-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Board approved the lowest and best bid for the 2024 Sewer Lagoon Sludge Removal Project, awarding Hemphill Construction Company $436,859. A public hearing was held to consider a conditional use request for a convenience store and gas station at Davis Road and Siwell Road. The meeting also included discussion of a budget amendment and approval of several contract payments and policy updates.

• Award of $436,859 to Hemphill Construction for sewer lagoon sludge removal
• Public hearing on conditional use for a convenience store and gas station at Davis Road & Siwell Road (parcels 4851-104-12, 4851-104-10, 4851-104)
• Approval of $434,728 payment to Hemphill Construction for Terry Road Bridge Pile Stabilization Project
• Approval of $50,344.32 payment to Hemphill Construction for the Gary Road LPA Project
• Approval of $13,970 payment to Fluid Process & Pumps for two KSB submersible sewer pumps

The Board awarded the 2024 Sewer Lagoon Sludge Removal Project bid to Hemphill Construction Company for $436,859.00. A public hearing on a proposed convenience store and gas station at Davis and Siwell Roads was tabled until November 14th. The Board also approved the consent agenda, claims docket, budget amendment, audit engagement letter, updated purchasing policy, and holiday scheduling.

• Awarded 2024 Sewer Lagoon Sludge Removal Project bid to Hemphill Construction for $436,859.00 (unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use request for convenience store/gas station at Davis and Siwell Roads until Nov 14 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $434,728 payment to Hemphill for Terry Road Bridge Pile Stabilization (unanimous)
• Approved claims docket totaling $193,099.83 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment as presented (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 audit engagement letter with Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved updated Purchasing Policy to comply with federal Uniform Guidance (unanimous)
• Approved holiday scheduling for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day (unanimous)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple payments and contracts, such as vehicle purchases, engineering services, and a mobile analyzer system. They will also discuss a $413,426.07 claims docket and budget amendments, and approve a $12.33 hourly pay increase for one firefighter. Additional items include a book donation purchase and a health‑fair agreement.

• Approval of $4,741.00 payment to CMPDD for 2025 district assessments
• Approval of $5,775.00 quote from Intoximeters Inc for a Sotoxa Oral Fluid Mobile Analyzer System
• Approval of $43,019.00 payment to Kirk Automotive for a 2025 Dodge Durango under the State Vehicle Contract
• Approval of $32,500.00 payment to McMaster & Associates for engineering services on the Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Approval of $413,426.07 claims docket covering September 18–October 2, 2024

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including a $413,426.07 claims docket, three new police vehicles totaling $132,607, and a $14,500 engineering agreement for the Siwell Road gravity sewer line design. The board also approved budget amendments, a pay increase for a firefighter, and two tables at the Chamber of Commerce Gala.

• Approved $413,426.07 claims docket (7-0)
• Approved $43,019 for 2025 Dodge Durango (7-0)
• Approved $42,675 for 2025 Dodge Ram 1500 (7-0)
• Approved $46,913 for 2025 Ford Explorer (7-0)
• Approved $14,500 Guest Consultants sewer design agreement (7-0)
• Approved budget amendments for General, Sewer, HB1353 funds (7-0)
• Approved $12.33/hr pay increase for Firefighter Austin Brown (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two tables at Chamber of Commerce Gala (7-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Board will review the agenda for the October 10, 2024 meeting and consider ending the MEA Cares Employee Assistance Program. No other items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of the October 10, 2024 agenda
• Discussion of termination of the MEA Cares EAP Program

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a work session on October 7, 2024, to discuss the upcoming October 10 agenda and the potential termination of the MEA Cares EAP program. No action was taken on either item, and the session was procedural only.

• Discussed 10/10/24 agenda, no action taken
• Discussed termination of MEA Cares EAP program, no action taken

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The board will discuss applying for an Economic Development Administration grant and soliciting engineering services for federal and state funded projects. Members will also review the 2024 City Overlay Project and a claims docket totaling $405,664.56.

• Claims docket approval for $405,664.56
• Payment of $59,733.63 to McMaster & Associates for 2024 City Overlay Project services
• Payment of $18,750.00 to McMaster & Associates for Siwell Road Striping Project, Phase 2
• Purchase of two Exmark Zero Turn Mowers for $30,262.00
• Approval of a $15,086.21 quote for a solar powered portable LED lit message board

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a resolution to apply for an Economic Development Administration grant and authorized advertising for engineering services for federal/state-funded projects. They also approved the workers' comp proposal for FY2024-2025, a $405,664.56 claims docket, and several other items including promotions, special events, and equipment purchases. The board tabled a motion to light Christmas wreaths, ruling they will be mounted unlit this year.

• Approved resolution to apply for EDA grant (6-0, Mack absent)
• Authorized advertising for engineering services for DRA/EDA/federal projects (6-0)
• Approved Workers Comp Proposal FY2024-2025 (6-0)
• Approved claims docket of $405,664.56 (5-1, Mack nay)
• Approved promotions: Detra Ward to Sergeant at $25.96/hr, Katrina Cole to Records/Statistical Manager at $18.00/hr (6-0)
• Added Laurelwood Street to 2024 City Overlay Project at $65,000 (6-0)
• Approved Department Head and Interim hiring protocol (4-2, Amos and Moore nays)
• Ruled Christmas wreaths mounted unlit; electrical outlet discussion deferred

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Board will consider several items including the FY2024-2025 budget, a $235,228.33 claims docket, and budget amendments for Fund 125 and Fund 301. They will also discuss the 2022 CDBG Grant signature authorization and payment of its first invoice. Additional items include approvals for various contracts, payments, and personnel actions.

• Adopt FY2024-2025 city budget as presented at the September 3 public hearing
• Approve Claims Docket in the amount of $235,228.33 for 8/14/24‑9/4/24
• Pay $60,820.00 to Fordice Construction for Parker Drive pipe repair
• Pay $79,435.00 to Hemphill Construction for final storm drain repairs at Bull Run Drive
• Approve grant application to Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust for a walking trail at Byram Municipal Park and Sports Complex

The Board approved the lowest bid of $1,194,672.63 from Adcamp for the 2024 City Overlay project, and adopted the FY2024-2025 budget as presented. Several personnel actions were approved, including promotions and new hires, and the travel policy was updated. A structural report on 300 Executive Blvd was received with no action.

• Approved Adcamp bid of $1,194,672.63 for 2024 City Overlay project (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024-2025 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved updated travel policy allowing 15-20 extra miles per day (4-3)
• Approved promotion of Officer Jamon Jackson to Detective at $19.50/hr (unanimous)
• Hired Ushekie S. Tillman as Executive Assistant to Chief of Police at $19.00/hr (unanimous)
• Hired Mark J. Ross as Patrol Officer Recruit at $16.85/hr (unanimous)
• Approved $235,228.33 claims docket (unanimous)
• Tabled hiring policy for Department Heads until Sept 26

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a regular work session to discuss updates to the city's travel policy and protocols for appointing department heads. The meeting will also cover a community partnership agreement and the agenda for the next meeting.

• Discussion of travel policy definitions
• Discussion of department head appointment protocols
• Discussion of Made In Mississippi Community Partnership Agreement
• Discussion of 9/12/24 agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a regular work session on September 9, 2024, discussing four items but taking no formal action on any. Topics included a travel policy definitions page, a protocol for appointing department heads, a Made In Mississippi Community Partnership Agreement, and the agenda for the September 12 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:04 P.M.

• Discussed travel policy definitions page — no action taken
• Discussed protocol for appointing department heads — no action taken
• Discussed Made In Mississippi Community Partnership Agreement — no action taken
• Discussed 9/12/24 agenda — no action taken

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget for FY 2024-2025. The body will also consider the approval of the millage rate for the same fiscal year.

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2024-2025 budget
• Approval of FY 2024-2025 millage rate

The Board of Aldermen held a public hearing on the proposed FY2024-2025 budget, with no public comments, and then adopted the order setting the tax millage at 36.10 mills, unchanged from the current year. The budget totals $11,807,909 in projected revenue, with no increase in the ad valorem tax rate. The millage order passed with six affirmative votes; Alderman David Moore was absent.

• Adopted FY2024-2025 budget with no tax increase (6-0, Moore absent)
• Set tax millage at 36.10 mills for FY ending September 30, 2025 (6-0, Moore absent)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will determine if five specific properties are menaces to community health and safety. The board is also considering a conditional use permit for an auto dealer and authorizing grant applications for road and bridge repairs.

• Public hearing for a Used Automobile Dealer in a C-4 Zoning District at 5547 I-55 South
• Hearings to declare properties at 830 W Lake Dockery Dr, 1406 Marwood Rd, 190 Peachtree Dr, 0 S Ridge Rd, and 4191 Siwell Rd as menaces
• Authorization for McMaster & Associates to apply for Davis Road Bridge Repair and Terry Road Pavement Improvements projects
• Purchase of a GPS Paint Robot from Turf Tank for $62,700.00
• Approval of Claims Docket for $243,707.85

The Board approved the lowest bid for Phase 2 of the Siwell Road Striping Project, granted a conditional use permit for a used car dealership, and declared several properties as menaces. It also approved budget amendments, a claims docket, and various purchases and training.

• Approved $251,709.25 bid for Siwell Road Striping Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Granted conditional use for used car dealership at 5547 I-55 South (4-3)
• Declared 830 West Lake Dockery Drive a menace (unanimous)
• Declared 1406 Marwood Road a menace (unanimous)
• Declared 0 South Ridge Road a menace (unanimous)
• Declared 4191 Siwell Road a menace (unanimous)
• Approved $243,707.85 claims docket (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments as presented (unanimous)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a budget work session to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. No formal action was taken during the session.

• Discussed FY 2024-2025 budget; no action taken

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The board will discuss personnel appointments, including a new Fire Chief and public safety staff. They are also reviewing a claims docket and various service contracts for city equipment and training.

• Approval to hire Harry Horton as Fire Chief at an annual salary of $70,000.00
• Approval of Claims Docket in the amount of $485,457.33
• Approval for JWM Consulting Engineers, Inc. to evaluate property at 300 Executive Blvd
• Two $3,975.00 extended warranty quotes from Puckett Power Systems for generators
• Payment of $18,500.00 to Checkmate Canine LLC for a K9 and handlers course

The Board approved hiring Harry Horton as Fire Chief at $70,000 annually, and approved a $485,457.33 claims docket covering July 16 to August 1. The board also accepted insurance quotes from Blue Cross Blue Shield and Equitable, approved a $145/hour structural evaluation contract, and tabled a hiring protocol discussion until September. Several new hires were approved for police and dispatch positions.

• Approved hiring Harry Horton as Fire Chief at $70,000/year (unanimous)
• Approved $485,457.33 claims docket for 7/16-8/1 (7-1, Mack opposed)
• Accepted Blue Cross Blue Shield and Equitable insurance quotes (unanimous)
• Approved JWM Consulting Engineers $145/hour structural evaluation at 300 Executive Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Nijua Kagler as Police Officer Recruit at $16.85/hour (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Patricia Barlow as Public Safety Dispatcher at $15.55/hour (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Daniya Wallace as Public Safety Dispatcher at $13.75/hour (unanimous)
• Tabled hiring protocol discussion to September 9 work session (5-2)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met for a budget work session on August 1, 2024, to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. No formal action was taken during the session; it was discussion only.

• Discussed FY 2024-2025 budget (no action taken)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met for a budget work session on July 30, 2024, to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget. No formal action was taken during the session; it was purely a discussion item.

• Discussed FY 2024-2025 budget; no action taken

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings to decide whether three parcels at 7507, 7517 and 7523 Siwell Road should be rezoned from Residential Estate (RE) to General Commercial (C-4). A separate hearing will consider a conditional use request for 7517 South Siwell Road. The meeting also includes approval of several construction payments, a firefighter pay increase, and discussion of a pocket park design.

• Public hearing to rezone 7507, 7517 and 7523 Siwell Road from RE to C-4 General Commercial District
• Public hearing on a conditional use request for 7517 South Siwell Road
• Approval of $151,165.00 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for Bullrun Drive emergency pipe repair
• Approval of $10,822.38 payment to Fordice Construction Company for the Jayroe Drive Drainage Project
• Approval of a pay increase to $13.67 per hour for Firefighter William Tucker after EMT certification

The Board approved rezoning three properties on Siwell Road from Residential Estate (RE) to General Commercial (C-4), and granted a conditional use permit for a drive-through restaurant at 7517 Siwell Road with required surveillance cameras. The board also approved a consent agenda including payments for construction projects, travel approvals, and a pay increase for a firefighter. The Pocket Park design discussion was moved to the August 5 agenda.

• Rezoned 7507, 7517, 7523 Siwell Road from RE to C-4 (7-0)
• Granted conditional use for drive-through at 7517 Siwell Road with cameras (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing First Pentecostal Church for Upward Basketball (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $10,822.38 final payment to Fordice Construction and $151,165.00 to Hemphill Construction (7-0)
• Approved claims docket totaling $266,769.49 (7-0)
• Approved pay increase to $13.67/hr for Firefighter William Tucker (7-0)
• Moved Pocket Park design discussion to 8/5/24 agenda

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several infrastructure bids, including the Big Creek Interceptor Project and bridge stabilization. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding six properties to determine if they pose a menace to community health and safety. Additionally, the board will discuss personnel hiring and budget work sessions.

• Acceptance of $6,998,075.00 bid for Big Creek Interceptor Project from Hemphill Construction
• Acceptance of $459,490.00 bid for Terry Road Bridge Stabilization Project from Hemphill Construction
• Public hearings on six properties to determine if they are a menace to community health and safety
• Approval of Entergy proposal for LED light installation at City Hall and the Police Department
• Authorization for McMaster & Associates to obtain proposals for soccer field engineering

The Byram Board of Aldermen approved two major construction bids from Hemphill Construction: $6,998,075.00 for the Big Creek Interceptor Project and $459,490.00 for the Terry Road Bridge Stabilization Project. The board also declared six properties a menace to public health and safety, approved a $907,090.99 claims docket, and set budget work sessions for July 30, August 1, and August 6. A motion for a vote of no confidence in City Attorney John Scanlon failed, and a mayoral veto override was withdrawn.

• Approved Hemphill Construction bid for Big Creek Interceptor Project at $6,998,075.00 (6-0)
• Approved Hemphill Construction bid for Terry Road Bridge Stabilization Project at $459,490.00 (6-0)
• Approved $60,820.00 quote from Fordice Construction for Parker Drive pipe repair (6-0)
• Declared six properties a menace to public health and safety under Miss. Code 21-19-11 (6-0 each)
• Approved claims docket of $907,090.99 (5-1, Mack nay)
• Set budget work sessions for July 30, August 1, and August 6 at 6:00 PM (6-0)
• Approved pay increase for Ledireada Kent to $25.25/hour (6-0)
• Motion for no confidence in City Attorney John Scanlon failed (2-4)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss designs for soccer fields and a sports complex. The board will also discuss a possible policy or ordinance regarding interim appointments and review the July 11th agenda.

• Discussion of soccer fields and sports complex design
• Discussion of a possible policy or ordinance regarding interim appointments
• Review of the July 11th agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met for a regular work session. No formal decisions were made, and no actions were taken on the items presented.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review a claims docket totaling $415,137.95 and discuss budget amendments. The agenda includes several personnel actions, including promotions and salary adjustments for city staff. The board will also consider various service contracts and training expenses.

• $108,519.63 payment to Hemphill Construction for the Gary Road Bridge LPA Project
• Promotion of Orlando Redd to Dispatch Supervisor
• Salary increase for Interim Fire Chief Harry Horton to $65,000 annually
• $34,500.00 for Big Creek Interceptor engineering services
• Approval of a claims docket totaling $415,137.95

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a claims docket totaling $415,137.95 for May 15 through June 5, 2024, and passed sewer budget amendments. The board approved pay increases for Officer Boris Joiner (to $17.80/hour), promoted Dispatcher Orlando Redd to Dispatch Supervisor ($20.50/hour), and raised Interim Fire Chief Harry Horton's salary to $65,000 annually, retroactive to June 1, 2024. The board also cancelled the June 27 regular meeting and moved the August 8 meeting to Monday, August 5 at 6:30 P.M. All votes recorded were unanimous among the six aldermen present; Alderman Teresa Mack (Ward IV) was absent.

• Approved claims docket of $415,137.95 (May 15–June 5, 2024) (6-0)
• Approved sewer budget amendments as presented (6-0)
• Approved pay increase to $17.80/hour for Officer Boris Joiner on certification (6-0)
• Approved promotion of Dispatcher Orlando Redd to Dispatch Supervisor at $20.50/hour (6-0)
• Approved salary increase to $65,000 annually for Interim Fire Chief Harry Horton, retroactive to June 1, 2024 (6-0)
• Cancelled June 27 regular meeting; moved August 8 meeting to Monday, August 5 at 6:30 P.M. (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including retirement proclamation for Elizabeth 'Ayn' Reed and various payments and travel (6-0)
• Approved attendance for six aldermen at Mississippi Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials 2024 Summer Conference, June 23-24 in Biloxi, $225 registration each (6-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss developing a policy or ordinance regarding interim appointments. The board will also review the agenda for the June 13, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion of a potential policy or ordinance for interim appointments
• Review of the June 13th meeting agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a work session to discuss interim appointment policies and the June 13th meeting agenda. No formal decisions were made during the session.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The board will discuss appointing Training Chief Harry Horton as Interim Fire Chief and continue a public hearing regarding a sports bar/pool hall at 5547 I-55 South. The meeting includes several infrastructure payments and the approval of a claims docket.

• Public hearing for conditional use of a sports bar/pool hall at 5547 I-55 South
• Payment of $209,400.77 to Shane Ormon Construction Management & Design for Fire Station #2
• Quote of $239,430.00 from Hemphill Construction for Bullrun Drive emergency pipe repair
• Approval to advertise for bids for the Big Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor project
• Claims docket approval in the amount of $929,404.75

The Board extended a local emergency declaration to fund repairs for a failed storm drain line in the Dove Meadows subdivision. The council also granted a conditional use permit for a restaurant with a bar and appointed an interim fire chief.

• Approved $239,430 estimate from Hemphill Construction for Bullrun Drive emergency pipe repair
• Granted conditional use for a restaurant with a bar at 5547 I-55 South (4-3)
• Appointed Training Chief Harry Horton as Interim Fire Chief effective June 1, 2024
• Approved $929,404.75 Claims Docket for 5/1/24 to 5/15/24
• Rejected all bids for the Terry Road Bridge project and ordered re-advertisement
• Approved advertising for bids for the Big Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor project
• Hired Kyaunna Bogan as Public Safety Dispatcher at $13.25 per hour
• Approved $11,500 payment to Pickering Firm, Inc. for Big Creek Interceptor engineering

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several construction bids, including bridge stabilization and lagoon sludge removal. The meeting also includes discussion on budget amendments, the Jayroe Drive project, and an ordinance for the Ward Plan.

• Bid for Terry Road Bridge Stabilization Project from McMaster & Associates, Inc.
• Advertisement for bids for the Lagoon Sludge Removal Project
• $58,346.71 payment to Shane Ormon Construction Management & Design for Fire Station #2
• $15,862.91 payment to Fordice Construction Company for Jayroe Drive Drainage Improvement Project
• $19,606.19 payment to Hemphill Construction for emergency Renfrow Pump Station Repair

The Board approved the purchase of a septic vacuum truck and authorized several easement payments. They also adopted a new Ward Plan ordinance and approved budget amendments. No action was taken on the Terry Road Bridge Stabilization Project bid.

• Approved $208,000 bid from Vacuum Truck Sales & Service for a septic vacuum truck
• Adopted Ordinance for the Ward Plan approved on February 22, 2024
• Approved payments for easements to Allied Properties ($33,570), City of Jackson ($10,990), and Lewis Family Trust ($5,325)
• Approved $30,172 payment from Hinds County Board of Supervisors for Jayroe Drainage Project culvert materials
• Approved $567,417.60 Claims Docket for April 19 through May 1, 2024
• Approved budget amendments as written
• Approved salary increase for Deputy City Clerk Cynthia Elabor to $18.50 per hour
• Approved advertising for bids for the Lagoon Sludge Removal Project

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a regular work session. The primary item presented is a discussion regarding the agenda for May 9th.

• Discussion of May 9th agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen met for a regular work session. The meeting consisted of a discussion regarding the May 9th agenda, but no substantive decisions were made.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding a mobile food vendor at 5426 I-55 South and rezoning at 0 Big Creek Road. The body is also considering several infrastructure payments and the hiring of public safety personnel.

• Payment of $243,607.81 to Hemphill Construction for Gary Road Bridge repair
• Payment of $43,254.72 to Fordice Construction Company for Jayroe Drive drainage project
• Public hearing for Conditional Use of a Mobile Food Vendor at 5426 I-55 South
• Public hearing for rezoning of property at 0 Big Creek Road, Parcel No. 4851-26-2
• Proposed hiring of one Public Safety Dispatcher at $13.25/hr and two Police Recruits at $16.85/hr

The Board approved a one-year conditional use permit for a mobile food vendor at 5426 I-55 South. A rezoning request for property at 0 Big Creek Road was denied. The Board also approved several personnel hires and a claims docket totaling $241,507.55.

• Approved conditional use for food truck at 5426 I-55 South for one year, open Fridays only (3-2)
• Denied rezoning request for 0 Big Creek Road (6-0)
• Approved $241,507.55 claims docket (6-0)
• Hired Ze'Neisha Morgan as Public Safety Dispatcher at $13.25/hour (6-0)
• Hired Police Recruits Christopher Carter and Lance Vincent at $16.85/hour (6-0)
• Approved pay increase to $13.50/hour for Dispatchers Baylee Chance and Jeffrey Overby (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of 10-bed veteran care home at 5600 I-55 South (5-1)
• Accepted $10,000 donation from Mississippi Families As Allies, Inc. for Blue Dawgs Program (6-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss emergency repairs on Bullrun Drive and bids for the Terry Road Pile Stabilization Project. The body will also continue a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a sports bar and pool hall.

• Estimate of $18,972.00 to Ewing & Ray Foundation Services for storm water drainage repair at 925 Bullrun Drive
• Public hearing for a sports bar/pool hall conditional use permit at 5547 I-55 South
• Payment of $44,397.09 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for the Gary Road Bridge Project
• Payment of $22,607.50 to Guest Consultants for March engineering services
• Approval of Claims Docket totaling $549,370.77

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen authorized an emergency expenditure to repair a collapsed storm drain and sinkhole at 925 Bullrun Drive. The board also approved architectural plans for a Bojangles restaurant and failed to override a mayoral veto regarding a fence installation.

• Approved $18,972 emergency contract with Ewing & Ray Foundation Services (7-0)
• Approved architectural plans for Bojangles restaurant (7-0)
• Failed to override Mayor's veto regarding fence installation at 104 Carl Circle (4-3)
• Approved $549,370.77 Claims Docket (7-0)
• Approved Resolution honoring Firefighter Gerald Bates (7-0)
• Approved Special Event Applications for Youth Spring Fun Walk/Run Fest and Byram Spring Fling (7-0)
• Continued sports bar/pool hall conditional use hearing until May 23 (7-0)
• Moved Terry Road Pile Stabilization Project bids to April 22 agenda

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss financing options for Parks and Recreation capital. The body will also review the April 11th agenda and discuss overriding a mayoral veto.

• Parks and Recreation Capital Financing Options
• Discussion of overriding the Mayor's veto
• Review of April 11th agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen conducted a regular work session to receive project updates and discuss several items. No formal decisions were made or votes taken during the meeting.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on an ordinance regulating boring operations within the city. The body is also deciding on several engineering contracts and the hiring of two firefighters.

• Ordinance establishing regulations governing boring operations within the city
• Payment of $23,000.00 to Pickering Firm, Inc. for Big Creek Interceptor engineering
• Payment of $14,000.00 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Siwell/Terry Road intersection widening engineering
• Claims Docket approval in the amount of $636,277.97
• Rental agreement with Gotta Go Site Services for $3,095.00 for the Swinging Bridge Festival

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance regulating boring operations to protect city infrastructure. They also approved a $636,277.97 claims docket and hired two firefighters. Mayor White vetoed a board decision to reinstall a fence at 104 Carl Circle.

• Approved Ordinance regulating boring operations, including time limits and phasing plans
• Approved $636,277.97 Claims Docket (7-0)
• Hired Marcus White as rookie firefighter at $11.04/hr (7-0)
• Hired Matthew Lloyd as experienced firefighter at $11.81/hr (7-0)
• Approved $23,000 payment to Pickering Firm, Inc. for Big Creek Interceptor engineering
• Approved $14,000 payment to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Siwell/Terry Road widening
• Approved $3,095 rental agreement with Gotta Go Site Services for Swinging Bridge Festival
• Vetoed Board's 4-3 vote to reinstall fence portions at 104 Carl Circle

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding conditional use permits for a sports bar and a wrecker service, as well as property menace determinations. The meeting includes votes on several city contracts, police hiring, and festival planning.

• Public hearings for conditional use at 5547 I-55 South (sports bar/pool hall) and 6012 I-55 South Frontage Road (wrecker service)
• Property menace hearings for 1152 Big Creek Road and 0 Siwell Road
• Payment of $90,335.07 to Fordice Construction Company for Jayroe Drive Drainage Improvement Project
• Contribution of $30,000.00 to the Byram Chamber of Commerce
• Approval of Claims Docket in the amount of $635,142.30

The Board approved a conditional use permit for a wrecker service at 6012 I-55 South Frontage Road and declared the property at 0 Siwell Road a menace to public health and safety. The Board also approved a $635,142.30 claims docket and several personnel hires and salary realignments.

• Approved conditional use for wrecker service at 6012 I-55 South Frontage Road with fencing and emergency access requirements
• Declared property at 0 Siwell Road a menace to the health, safety and welfare of the community
• Approved $635,142.30 Claims Docket for Feb 14 through March 6, 2024
• Approved $30,000.00 contribution to the Byram Chamber of Commerce
• Hired John Arnold as Police Officer II at $19.25 per hour
• Hired Daisha S. Williams as Police Officer Recruit at $16.85 per hour
• Approved salary realignments for firefighters and administrative assistant effective April 2024
• Tabled public hearing for sports bar/pool hall at 5547 I-55 South until April 11th (4-3)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The body is meeting for a regular work session to discuss the agenda for the March 14, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of March 14, 2024 agenda

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen met in a work session on March 11, 2024, and took no action. The board discussed the agenda for its March 14, 2024 meeting, but the minutes record no decision on it. A resident, Mr. Elroy Winding of Summerton Drive, spoke to encourage community development. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The board will conduct public hearings regarding conditional use permits for a sports bar and a vehicle storage facility, as well as the establishment of election districts. The meeting includes votes on several infrastructure payments and city personnel hiring.

• Public hearings for conditional use at 5547 I-55 South (sports bar/pool hall) and 6012 I-55 South Frontage Road (vehicle storage)
• Public hearing concerning the establishment of election districts
• Payment of $56,172.59 to Fordice Construction Company for Jayroe Drive drainage improvements
• Payment of $52,500.00 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement engineering
• Approval of Claims Docket in the amount of $992,179.30

The Board of Aldermen approved a professional services proposal for fiscal year 2023 auditing services and adopted Map #6 for election districts. The board also approved a claims docket totaling $992,179.30 and hired two new street workers.

• Approved $52,000 auditing services proposal from Carr, Riggs & Ingram CPAs and Advisors
• Adopted Map #6 for election districts (4-3)
• Removed Map #4 from election district consideration
• Approved Claims Docket of $992,179.30
• Hired Matthew McDonald as Street Worker at $13.00 per hour
• Hired William Mitchell as Street Worker at $13.00 per hour
• Terminated employment of Warren Chambers
• Continued sports bar/pool hall conditional use hearing until March 14, 2024

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider issuing Tax Increment Financing Revenue Bonds for the Byram Town Center Project. The body will also discuss emergency sewer repairs and a medical cannabis facility variance.

• Proposed issuance of up to $800,000 in bonds for Byram Town Center Project infrastructure
• Hearing for a medical cannabis cultivation and processing facility variance in a C-4 district
• Emergency sewer force main repair discussion at 7382 Siwell Road
• Claims docket approval for $9,613,234.16 from January 17th through January 31st
• Contract for $5,000.00 with Slough Productions for the Swinging Bridge Festival

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved the issuance of Tax Increment Financing Revenue Bonds for the Byram Town Center Project. The board also approved a medical cannabis facility variance and declared an emergency for sewer repairs.

• Approved issuance of TIF Revenue Bonds up to $800,000 for Byram Town Center infrastructure
• Approved variance for medical cannabis cultivation and processing facility in C-4 district (6-1)
• Approved site plan for Take 5 Oil Change
• Authorized matching funds for 2024 Surface Transportation Block Grant application
• Declared emergency for sewer force main repair at 7382 Siwell Road
• Approved $9,613,234.16 claims docket (Jan 17-31)
• Hired Jamison Gordon as Police Officer II at $18.50 per hour
• Hired Jessica Swindall as Public Safety Dispatcher at $13.25 per hour

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen are holding a regular work session. The only substantive item is a discussion of the agenda for the upcoming February 8 meeting. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2/8/24 agenda

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a work session to discuss the agenda for the February 8, 2024 meeting. No formal actions were taken during the session.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review a reimbursement agreement for the Byram Town Center Project. The board will also hold public hearings for three conditional use and variance requests. Additionally, the body will consider a claims docket and several small contracts and equipment purchases.

• Second Amended Development and Reimbursement Agreement for the Byram Town Center Project
• Public hearings for a gas station/convenience store on Terry Road at Byram Parkway and a sports bar/pool hall at 5547 I-55 South
• Public hearing for a medical cannabis cultivation and processing facility variance
• Quote of $49,227.40 for fire equipment (turnout washer, dryer, jaws of life, and airbag lifting set)
• Claims Docket for January 3rd through January 17th, 2024 in the amount of $257,675.52

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a second amended agreement with BTC, LLC and Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust to extend the bond issuance deadline for the Byram Town Center Project. The board also denied a conditional use request for a gas station and tabled two other land-use hearings.

• Approved Second Amended Development and Reimbursement Agreement for Byram Town Center Project
• Denied conditional use request for gas station/convenience store on Terry Road at Byram Parkway
• Tabled sports bar/pool hall conditional use hearing until February 22
• Tabled medical cannabis cultivation and processing facility variance hearing until February 8
• Approved $257,675.52 claims docket
• Approved $49,227.40 quote for fire department equipment (FEMA to reimburse 95%)
• Approved $4,128.00 billboard contract and $2,237.00 rental contract for Swinging Bridge Festival
• Approved $2,250.00 in donations for the 2024 Swinging Bridge Festival

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen are holding a special called work session. The body will discuss proposed redistricting plans and the agenda for the January 25, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of proposed redistricting plans

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a special called work session to discuss proposed redistricting plans and the agenda for January 25, 2024. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss proposed redistricting plans and a claims docket totaling $560,485.82. The body is also considering several infrastructure payments and requests for state funding for paving.

• Discussion of proposed redistricting plans
• Approval of claims docket for $560,485.82
• Payment of $52,500.00 to McMaster & Associates, Inc. for Old Byram Road Bridge Replacement
• Quote of $21,500.00 to Delta Constructors, Inc. to renovate pump station at Dorothy Lane
• Request to Senator David Blount for MDOT appropriation for paving at Siwell and Terry Road

The Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a claims docket of $560,485.82 for December 3, 2023 through January 3, 2024, with Alderman Mack voting no. The board also approved a 3% fixed rate bank bid from Cadence Bank, salary realignments for two Public Works employees, and a special event application for a rodeo at Crossroads of Life Church on October 25-26, 2024. The board voted to re-advertise the Terry Road Bridge Pile Stabilization Project in February. No action was taken on department head reports or proposed redistricting plans.

• Approved claims docket of $560,485.82 (6-1, Mack nay)
• Approved Cadence Bank 3% fixed rate bid (7-0)
• Approved salary realignment: Darrion Jones to $15.50/hr, Phillip Hammonds to $15.00/hr (7-0)
• Approved special event application for rodeo at Crossroads of Life Church Oct 25-26, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved re-advertising Terry Road Bridge Pile Stabilization Project in February (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, mileage rates, DRA resolution, payments, donations, training, and purchases (7-0)
• Amended agenda to add project updates, letter to Senator Blount, and redistricting discussion (7-0)
• No action taken on department head reports or redistricting discussion