Pascagoula public meetings in 2025

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone the west side of Resca De La Palma and the area north of Ingalls Avenue from SFR6 to NC district. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as adopting previous council and planning board minutes, resolutions enrolling liens for property cleanups and declaring certain properties a public menace, and authorizing advertisement for bids for a city‑wide property cleanup contract. Additional actions are resolutions approving Change Order 1 for the Pascagoula substation project and Change Order 1 for Phase 1 of the Beach Park pier improvements, along with several youth football proclamations.

• Public hearing on rezoning West Side of Resca De La Palma and north of Ingalls Ave from SFR6 to NC district
• Resolution approving Change Order 1 for Pascagoula substation project
• Resolution approving Change Order 1 for Beach Park Pier Improvements Phase 1
• Resolution authorizing advertisement for bids for city‑wide property cleanup contract
• Resolutions enrolling liens for property cleanups and declaring specific properties a public menace

The council adopted the amended agenda after removing Item 8.f, a resolution request for library advisory board resumes. The consent agenda was then adopted as amended. Both motions received unanimous AYE votes from Mayor Willis and all council members present.

• Approved amended agenda after removing Item 8.f (unanimous AYE)
• Removed Item 8.f resolution request from consent agenda (unanimous AYE)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (unanimous AYE)

City Council

The City Council held a special call meeting and a stormwater management training session was presented. Councilwoman Brandenstein moved to adjourn, seconded by Councilwoman Young. The motion passed with six AYE votes and one member absent.

• Adjourned special meeting (approved 6 AYE, 0 NO, 1 absent)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority will discuss a CDI agreement for Hotel Whiskey and give monthly project updates. It will consider an amended and restated lease for the Train Depot, a deed transferring the depot area from the PRA to the City, and a consent for the City’s vacation of Railroad Avenue. The board will also approve payments of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC and $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc., and adopt the November meeting minutes.

• CDI agreement for Hotel Whiskey
• Amended/Restated Lease for the Train Depot
• Deed transferring Train Depot area from PRA to City
• Consent for City’s vacation of Railroad Avenue
• Payments: $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC; $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc.

The Authority approved a revised CDI Agreement for 650 Delmas Avenue, extending the Phase 2 construction deadline to Dec 31 2026. It also approved an amended lease, deed, and vacancy consent for the Train Depot, contingent on insurance language changes. Payments of $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. and $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC were authorized, and the November financial and meeting minutes were accepted.

• Approved revised CDI Agreement for 650 Delmas Avenue (Hotel Whiskey) extending Phase 2 deadline (unanimous)
• Approved amended/restated Lease for Train Depot, deed to City, and vacancy consent for Railroad Avenue, contingent on insurance language modification (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC (unanimous)
• Accepted Financial Report dated 11/30/25 (unanimous)
• Approved 11/17/25 Regular Meeting Minutes and 11/21/25 Recessed Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review the 2025 cemetery tour and set dates for the 2026 tour. It will receive an update on the Top 100 historic sites and events visitor‑listing project. The commission will discuss a signage plan that includes prototype signs, donation funding, and placement details for properties on the National Register. New business includes a historic recognition award program and other items.

• America 2025/LPK Cemetery Tour – review of 2025 tour and dates for 2026 tour
• Top 100 historic sites/events – update on visitor‑listing project
• Signage Plan – prototype sign, donation program, and placement for individual National Register properties
• PHPC Notebook – officially notify MDAH of update to National Register listings
• Historic Recognition Award program – discussion of new award

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed signage plans, event feedback, a watch list update, and other projects. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Michele Lee, seconded by Pat Russell)

City Council

The council will consider a resolution granting final approval for the Lakeview Drive pier, and a resolution approving emergency sewer repairs to Chicot Bayou at Washington Avenue. Additional items include authorizing an advertisement for concessions at the Pascagoula Sports Complex, setting hearings on alleged public‑health threats at 4317 Nathan Hale Avenue and 4111 Greenwood Avenue, and accepting the Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority minutes from October 20, 2025.

• Resolution granting final approval for the Lakeview Drive pier
• Resolution approving emergency sewer repairs – Chicot Bayou at Washington Avenue
• Resolution authorizing advertisement for Request for Proposals for concessions at Pascagoula Sports Complex
• Order setting a hearing to determine if 4317 Nathan Hale Avenue is a menace to public health and safety
• Resolution accepting Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority minutes for October 20, 2025

The council adopted the regular agenda and the consent agenda with unanimous affirmative votes from all members present. A motion to approve the Lakeview Drive pier was withdrawn, and the council instead voted to table the pier discussion until January 6, 2026. No other items recorded a final vote in these minutes.

• Adopted regular agenda (Mayor Willis, Brandenstein, Stallworth, Young, Blythe ayes; Fornett, Parker absent)
• Adopted consent agenda (Mayor Willis, Brandenstein, Stallworth, Young, Blythe ayes; Fornett, Parker absent)
• Tabled Lakeview Drive pier discussion until Jan 6, 2026 (Mayor Willis, Brandenstein, Stallworth, Young, Blythe ayes; Fornett, Parker absent)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting on November 21, 2025 at the Italian Bistro, 641 Delmas Avenue. The agenda includes a call to order, establishment of quorum, and a discussion item titled Ice House Update. The meeting will adjourn after the discussion.

• Ice House Update (discussion)

City Council

The Pascagoula City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone parcels on the west side of Telephone Road south of Criswell Avenue from Neighborhood Commercial to Community Commercial. The council will also act on the preliminary and final plat for Ice House Subdivision Lot 1 Phase 1, award a bid for an 8‑yard rear‑loader refuse collection truck, approve Budget Amendment 26.02, and adopt the Parks and Recreation fee schedule.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcels west of Telephone Road south of Criswell Ave from NC to CC district
• Approval of preliminary and final plat for Ice House Subdivision Lot 1 Phase 1
• Resolution awarding bid for an 8‑yard rear‑loader refuse collection truck
• Resolution approving Budget Amendment 26.02
• Resolution approving the fee schedule for the Pascagoula Parks and Recreation Department

The City Council accepted the agenda as presented, with all members voting AYE. Later, the Council adopted the consent agenda, again with unanimous AYE votes. No other substantive actions were recorded in this meeting.

• Accepted meeting agenda (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous AYE)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority will discuss the CDI agreement for 1402 Jackson Avenue (The Dermatology Clinic). It will review project updates and consider the amended/restated lease and deed transfer for the Train Depot, as well as the city’s vacation of Railroad Avenue. The board will consider vendor payments totaling $5,800 and approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting.

• CDI agreement for 1402 Jackson Avenue (The Dermatology Clinic)
• Amended/Restated lease for the Train Depot
• Deed from PRA to the City for the Train Depot area
• Consent for the City’s vacation of Railroad Avenue
• Payments: $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC; $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc.; $300 to E. Charlene Kerkow, CPA

The board approved the CDI Agreement for the development of a dermatology clinic at 1402 Jackson Avenue, authorizing up to $300,000 in reimbursement on a $1.5 million project. The board approved payment of $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. and $300 to E. Charlené Kerkow. The board approved payment of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC. The board accepted the financial report dated 10/31/25, approved the 10/20/25 meeting minutes, set the next regular meeting for December 15, 2025, and rescheduled a special meeting to November 21, 2025 at the Italian Bistro.

• Approved CDI Agreement for $1.5M dermatology clinic (all in favor)
• Approved payment of $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. and $300 to E. Charlené Kerkow (all in favor)
• Approved payment of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC (all in favor)
• Accepted Financial Report dated 10/31/25 (all in favor)
• Approved 10/20/25 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Set next regular meeting for Dec 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (all in favor)
• Rescheduled special meeting to Nov 21, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at Italian Bistro, 641 Delmas Avenue (all in favor)

City Council

The Pascagoula City Council will consider approving a fireworks display scheduled for November 14, 2025. The display would be held at or near War Memorial Stadium, located at 1716 Tucker Avenue. The meeting is a special call convened by Mayor Jay Willis.

• Approve fireworks display at War Memorial Stadium (1716 Tucker Ave) on Nov 14, 2025

Councilwoman Young moved to approve a fireworks display on November 14, 2025, at or near War Memorial Stadium (1716 Tucker Avenue). The motion was seconded by Councilman Parker and passed with four ayes and three members absent. The council then adjourned the meeting by a second motion.

• Approved fireworks display at War Memorial Stadium (4 ayes, 3 absent)
• Adjourned the special meeting (4 ayes, 3 absent)

City Council

The Pascagoula City Council will approve routine items including holiday proclamations, council minutes, and the closeout of a sewer rehabilitation project on Chicot Street. The meeting also includes a public hearing on declaring properties as public nuisances and authorizing bids for beach park restrooms.

• Approving sewer rehabilitation closeout for Chicot Street to Ingalls Avenue
• Authorizing bids for a prefabricated restroom at IG Levy Park
• Authorizing bids for a municipal depository
• Public hearing on declaring properties as public nuisances
• Authorizing RFPs for concessions at Pascagoula Beach Park

The council approved an amendment to the agenda adding Item 8 (a request for Jackson County District 3 assistance for paving projects). The consent agenda was also adopted. Two property clean‑up hearings were concluded with the matters placed in the file.

• Adopted agenda with amendment adding Item 8 (paving assistance request) – approved
• Adopted consent agenda – approved
• Property clean‑up hearing for 2015 Convent Avenue – matter passed to file
• Property clean‑up hearing for 1106 Resca De La Palma – matter passed to file

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review final signage proposals for four districts, update the Mississippi Department of Archives and History on properties listed on the National Register, and discuss a visitor listing project for the Top 100 historic sites.

• Review final signage proposals for 4 districts
• Update Mississippi Department of Archives and History on National Register properties
• Discuss visitor listing project for Top 100 historic sites
• Update Watch List based on historic survey compilation
• Review America 2025/LPK Cemetery Tour final plans

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the October 29 meeting unanimously. The design for new signage in the four National Historic Districts was approved unanimously. The commission set November meetings for the Wednesday after each month and scheduled a combined November/December meeting for Dec 3 at noon at The Italian Bistro. Code Enforcement was tasked with reviewing a draft Watch List of at‑risk historic structures.

• Minutes of Oct 29 meeting approved unanimously
• Signage design for four historic districts approved unanimously
• November meetings scheduled for the Wednesday after each month
• Combined November/December meeting set for Dec 3 at noon, The Italian Bistro
• Code Enforcement to review draft Watch List for possible code violations

City Council

The Pascagoula City Council will adopt the minutes from the October 7 meeting and vote on several consent agenda items, including a purchase of a 2024 Ford Expedition SSV 4WD for the Police Department, a rental agreement with Climate Cubes, LLC, and a budget amendment (26.01). The council will also close out emergency drainage repairs on Parsley Avenue and approve advertising resource resolutions for local events. An executive session will discuss potential land transactions for Inner Harbor, 12th Street Ballfields, and Verdon Street, as well as confidential personnel and litigation matters.

• Resolution approving purchase of 2024 Ford Expedition SSV 4WD for the Police Department
• Resolution approving rental agreement with Climate Cubes, LLC
• Resolution approving closeout of emergency drainage repairs on Parsley Avenue
• Resolution approving Budget Amendment 26.01
• Executive session discussion of land transactions: Inner Harbor, 12th Street Ballfields, Verdon Street

The City Council accepted the meeting agenda after a motion by Councilwoman Brandenstein and a second by Councilman Parker, with all members voting aye. Later, Councilman Parker moved to adopt the consent agenda, seconded by Councilwoman Young, and again every member voted aye. Both items were approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority will discuss monthly project updates and consider renewing its consultant services contract with Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. It will also review a docket of claims that includes several payments to vendors and contractors. The board will approve the minutes from the September 15, 2025 regular meeting before adjourning.

• Renewal of Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. consultant services contract
• Payment of $2,000.00 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC
• Payment of $3,500.00 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc.
• Payment of $529.65 to Swetman Creative, LLC
• Payments of $120.00 to Goodgames, Inc. and $300.00 to E. Charlene Kerkow

The board approved a one‑year renewal of the consulting services agreement with Neel‑Schaffer, Inc., effective until November 1, 2026. It also approved payment of listed claims totaling $6,449.65. The Financial Report for 09/30/25 and the 09/15/25 meeting minutes were accepted, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved renewal of consulting services agreement with Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. (one‑year, expires 11/1/26)
• Approved payment of claims: $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC; $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc.; $529.65 to Swetman Creative, LLC; $120 to Goodgames, Inc.; $300 to E. Charlene Kerkow
• Accepted Financial Report dated 09/30/25
• Approved 09/15/25 regular meeting minutes
• Adjourned the meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance amending the operation of golf carts and low-speed vehicles. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure bids, a firefighters' contract, and property health and safety hearings.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 82 regarding operation of golf carts and low-speed vehicles
• Bid award for Beach Park Pier Improvements Project, Phase 1
• Contract approval for Pascagoula Firefighters Local 1469
• Bid award for Fire Hydrant Replacement Project
• Hearings for properties at 1106 Resca De La Palma Street, 2015 Convent Avenue, and 2114 Convent Avenue

The City Council approved the meeting agenda as presented and later adopted the consent agenda. Both motions received unanimous approval from the six voting members; Mayor Jay Willis was absent for each vote.

• Accepted agenda (6-0) – motion by Councilman Parker, seconded by Councilman Blythe
• Adopted consent agenda (6-0) – motion by Councilman Parker, seconded by Councilman Blythe

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss final plans for the America 2025/LPK Cemetery Tour. It will receive updates on the Top 100 historic sites visitor‑listing project and the historic signage plan, including funding and installation. The commission will also review the watch list based on the historic survey and consider upcoming grant possibilities.

• America 2025/LPK Cemetery Tour – update for final plans
• Top 100 historic sites visitor‑listing project – status update
• Review and funding decision for historic signage plan
• Watch list update based on final historic survey compilation
• Discussion of upcoming grant possibilities

The commission approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled at this meeting; remaining items were discussed for future consideration.

• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Pascagoula City Council will consider approving police department fee adjustments, a contract for C Spire fiber internet at City Hall, and a resolution to declare properties as a public nuisance. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a bid for the 2028 Dixie Youth World Series.

• Resolution approving Police Department fee adjustments
• Resolution approving C Spire fiber internet installation at 535 Delmas Avenue
• Resolution declaring properties as a public nuisance
• Ordinance to amend code for alcohol location restriction
• Public hearing on Pascagoula Recreation Commission bid for 2028 Dixie Youth World Series

The council approved the amended agenda, adding three consent‑agenda items: installation of C Spire fiber internet at 535 Delmas Avenue and 2935 Pascagoula Street, advertising resources for the RCS Homecoming trolley, and the Butler Snow FY2024 disclosure engagement letter. The council then adopted the consent agenda, approving those items, with all seven members voting aye. Mayor Willis also proclaimed the week of September 17‑23, 2025 as Constitution Week.

• Amended agenda accepted, adding items 8.j, 8.l, 8.m (unanimous 7‑0)
• Consent agenda adopted, approving items 8.j, 8.l, 8.m (unanimous 7‑0)
• Proclamation declared Constitution Week (no vote recorded)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The board will discuss Community Development Instrument (CDI) agreements and reimbursements for 3207 Magnolia Street (The Hancock). The meeting includes the election of a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary/Treasurer for a one-year term. Members will also review monthly project updates and financial reports.

• CDI agreements and reimbursements for 3207 Magnolia Street (The Hancock)
• Payment to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC for $2,000.00
• Payment to Neel-Schaffer, Inc. for $3,500.00
• Election of officers for terms effective 10-1-25
• Financial reporting for July and August 2025

The board approved a $250,000 CDI agreement and a $50,000 reimbursement for the Hancock rooftop bar project. It also approved payments of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC and $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc., and accepted the July and August financial reports. Officers for a one‑year term were elected, naming Alan Sudduth as Chairman, Henry Fox as Vice‑Chairman, and Alice Walker as Secretary/Treasurer. The meeting minutes were approved and the session was adjourned.

• Approved $250,000 CDI agreement for 3207 Magnolia Street (The Hancock) – all voted in favor
• Approved $50,000 CDI reimbursement for 3207 Magnolia Street (The Hancock) – all voted in favor
• Approved $2,000 payment to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC – all voted in favor
• Approved $3,500 payment to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. – all voted in favor
• Accepted Financial Reports dated 07/31/25 and 08/31/25 – all voted in favor
• Approved 08/15/25 Regular Meeting Minutes – all voted in favor
• Elected officers for one‑year term: Alan Sudduth Chairman, Henry Fox Vice‑Chairman, Alice Walker Secretary/Treasurer – all voted in favor
• Adjourned meeting – all voted in favor

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting is scheduled to recess on September 16, 2025.

• Adoption of Budget for FY2025-2026

The council discussed two budget resolutions but no vote outcomes were recorded. Councilman Blythe and Councilwoman Young recused themselves from the budget discussion. The council then approved a motion to recess the meeting until September 16, 2025 with unanimous aye votes.

• Motion to recess until Sep 16, 2025 approved (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Councilman Blythe and Councilwoman Young recused from budget discussion
• FY2025-2026 budget resolution discussed (no vote recorded)
• FY2024-2025 fire department budget resolution discussed (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council met on September 2, 2025 with Mayor Willis absent. Council members unanimously approved the agenda as presented. A public hearing on the FY2025‑2026 budget was held with no public comments. Two property‑cleanup hearings were conducted, also with no public comments.

• Accepted agenda as presented (approved 6‑0, Mayor absent)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting without dissent. No other formal actions or votes were recorded at the August 27 session.

• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council met on August 26, 2025, with Mayor Jay Willis and council members present. The first agenda item was a resolution acknowledging receipt of a request for an ad valorem tax on behalf of the Pascagoula‑Gautier School District, presented by City Manager Justin Larsen. The minutes do not record a vote or final decision on the resolution.

City Council

Councilman Parker moved to accept the amended agenda, adding three items proposed by City Attorney Michael Moore. The motion passed with all six voting members recording an AYE vote; Councilman Blythe was absent. The council then adopted the consent agenda as amended, again with a unanimous AYE vote from the six present members.

• Approved amended agenda (motion by Parker, seconded by Brandenstein) – 6 AYE, 0 NO, 1 absent
• Adopted consent agenda (motion by Parker, seconded by Fornett) – 6 AYE, 0 NO, 1 absent

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Authority approved payments of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC, $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc., and $188.23 to the City of Pascagoula, with all members voting in favor. The board also approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved $2,000 payment to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 payment to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $188.23 payment to City of Pascagoula (unanimous)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council accepted the meeting agenda after a motion and second, with six members voting AYE and one absent. The council then adopted the consent agenda, also with six AYE votes and one member absent. No other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Accepted agenda – approved (6 AYE, 1 absent)
• Adopted consent agenda – approved (6 AYE, 1 absent)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The board approved its 2025 budget, approved several small payments, and approved $5,000 for planters near the Train Depot. It also approved a reimbursement agreement for the Dermatology Clinic at 1402 Jackson Avenue, allowing up to 15% of qualified construction costs (or 20% if the project is modified) not to exceed $300,000, passing 4‑1. No action was taken on the 622 Delmas Avenue steakhouse proposal.

• Approved 2025 PRA budget (unanimous)
• Approved payments of $2,000, $3,500, and $16.00 to listed firms (unanimous)
• Approved 06/16/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 for planters near Train Depot (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for 1402 Jackson Ave Dermatology Clinic up to $300,000 (4-1)
• Approved motion to enter executive session on business expansion (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the June 25 meeting minutes unanimously. A motion by Michele Lee, seconded by Martin Hegwood, to nominate the Anola Club to the 2025 Mississippi Trust for Historic Preservation's 10 Most Endangered Historic Structures list was carried. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Anola Club to 10 Most Endangered Historic Structures (motion carried)

City Council

The council held a FY2025‑2026 budget workshop led by Comptroller Charlene Kerkow. No substantive business was taken up. The council voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5 AYE, 2 ABSENT)

City Council

The City Council voted to accept the meeting agenda as presented, with all members voting aye. The Council also approved the consent agenda, with two members recused from the vote. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Accepted agenda as presented (unanimous aye vote)
• Adopted consent agenda (aye votes; Brandenstein and Blythe recused)

City Council

The council approved the amended meeting agenda with a 7‑0 vote. Later, the council adopted the consent agenda, also by a 7‑0 vote. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Adopt amended agenda (7-0)
• Adopt consent agenda (7-0)

City Council

The council voted to accept the agenda with added items 6.g, 6.h, and 9.b. A second vote approved the consent agenda as amended. Both motions passed with all present members voting aye. No public comments were recorded.

• Approved amended agenda adding items 6.g, 6.h, 9.b (Mayor Willis absent; Gatchell, Hyde, Fornett, Parker, Blythe aye)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (Mayor Willis absent; Gatchell, Hyde, Fornett, Parker, Blythe aye)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Authority approved a $147,125 reimbursement for the 617 Krebs Avenue project and authorized payments of $2,000 to a law firm and $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. It also accepted the amended financial report and authorized a letter to request guidance on the use of interest earned on accounts. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $147,125 reimbursement for 617 Krebs Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 payment to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 payment to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted amended Financial Report dated 03/31/25 (unanimous)
• Authorized letter to Mr. Shad White’s office regarding interest earnings (unanimous)
• Approved 05/19/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council accepted the regular meeting agenda with all members voting aye. A motion to adopt the consent agenda was also passed unanimously. The public hearing on the property at 2004 21st Street was concluded with no opposition and the matter was filed.

• Accepted meeting agenda (Mayor Willis and all council members AYE)
• Adopted consent agenda (Mayor Willis and all council members AYE)
• Property cleanup hearing for 2004 21st St filed (no opposition, matter passed to file)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the April 30 minutes. It decided to conduct a drive‑by survey of every historic property listed on the National Register in Pascagoula. The commission will prepare informational packets for owners and develop a list of about 100 notable historic sites. It also agreed to coordinate with Code Enforcement and explore signage and local landmark designations.

• Approved April 30, 2025 minutes unanimously (motion by Richard Lucas, seconded by Tommy Wixon)
• Commission members will conduct a drive‑by survey of all National Register historic structures in the city
• Prepare and distribute informational packets to owners and tenants of historic properties
• Richard Lucas will meet with Brett Stevens of Code Enforcement to discuss preservation collaboration
• Richard Lucas, Martin Hegwood, and Chris Wiggins will compile a list of roughly 100 historic sites for public interest
• Commission will explore funding and design for signage of historic districts and individual properties
• Commission will continue to consider designating the La Pointe Krebs house as a local historic landmark

City Council

The council voted to accept the regular meeting agenda as presented and later approved the consent agenda, both with all present members voting AYE. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Accepted agenda as presented (Mayor Willis, Councilmen Gatchell, Hyde, Fornett, Merrill, Parker voted AYE; Councilman Blythe absent)
• Accepted consent agenda as presented (Mayor Willis, Councilmen Gatchell, Hyde, Fornett, Merrill, Parker voted AYE; Councilman Blythe absent)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority approved a one‑year legal services contract with Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC at a flat fee of $2,000 per month. The board also approved payments of $2,000 to that firm and $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. for services. The financial report dated 04/30/25 and the prior meeting minutes were accepted, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved legal services agreement with Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC ($2,000/month) – motion carried
• Approved payment of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC – motion carried
• Approved payment of $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. – motion carried
• Accepted Financial Report dated 04/30/25 – motion carried
• Approved 04/28/25 Regular Meeting Minutes – motion carried
• Adjourned the meeting – motion passed

City Council

The City Council voted to amend the agenda, removing Item 9.a – Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority Selection. The Council also accepted the City Audit for the year ending September 30, 2023. Finally, the consent agenda was adopted as presented.

• Agenda amendment to remove Item 9.a – Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority Selection approved (Mayor Willis absent; Gatchell AYE; Hyde AYE; Fornett AYE; Merrill AYE; Parker absent; Blythe AYE)
• City Audit for year ending September 30, 2023 accepted (Mayor Willis absent; Gatchell AYE; Hyde AYE; Fornett AYE; Merrill AYE; Parker absent; Blythe AYE)
• Consent agenda adopted (Mayor Willis absent; Gatchell AYE; Hyde AYE; Fornett AYE; Merrill AYE; Parker absent; Blythe AYE)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. A unanimous motion was passed to ask the Pascagoula City Council to recommend naming the museum extension in honor of Liz Ford. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 26 minutes (motion by Richard Lucas, seconded by Rachel Ashbaker)
• Unanimously approved request to City Council to name museum extension after Liz Ford (motion by Michele Lee, seconded by Tommy Wixon)

Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority

The Authority approved a final CDI reimbursement of $18,492.92 for 707 Krebs Avenue. It also approved payments of $2,000 to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC and $3,500 to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. The amended financial report and the March 17 meeting minutes were accepted. The board selected Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC as the PRA attorney and authorized the Executive Director to negotiate the contract.

• Approved $18,492.92 CDI reimbursement for 707 Krebs Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 payment to Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 payment to Neel‑Schaffer, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted amended Financial Report dated 03/31/25 (unanimous)
• Approved 03/17/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 20% reimbursement for 3207 Magnolia St CDI application (unanimous)
• Selected Bryan, Nelson, Schroeder, Castigliola & Banahan, PLLC as PRA attorney and authorized contract negotiations (unanimous)

City Council

The council considered a resolution to approve an agreement with Allred Stolarski Architects, P.A. for the City Hall Improvements Project, but no vote outcome is recorded in the minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Councilman Blythe, seconded by Councilman Gatchell, and passed. The meeting concluded at 5:50 p.m.

• Adjournment motion approved (Mayor Willis AYE, Councilmen Gatchell, Hyde, Blythe AYE; Fornett, Merrill, Parker absent)

City Council

The council approved an agenda amendment to add a youth baseball item, and adopted two proclamations naming April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The East Pascagoula Urban Renewal Plan was formally adopted and placed on file. Property‑cleanup requests for three parcels were each filed for further action.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Youth Baseball item (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted proclamation designating April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Adopted proclamation designating April 2025 as Parkinson’s Awareness Month
• Adopted the East Pascagoula Urban Renewal Plan (filed with City Clerk)
• Filed property‑cleanup request for 1504 Roswell Street (PIDN 41407119.000)
• Filed property‑cleanup request for 2033 Old Mobile Highway (PIDN 41780154.005)
• Filed property‑cleanup request for 2206 Meadowbrook Street (PIDN 41885068.000)

City Council

The council voted to add a resolution authorizing a letter of support to the Nature Conservatory to the agenda. The motion passed with all present members voting aye. The council also adopted the consent agenda as amended, with the same vote outcome.

• Added Resolution Authorizing Letter of Support to the Nature Conservatory (approved, all present AYE)
• Adopted consent agenda (approved, all present AYE)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended Abby Banahan Wills and Patrick Russell for appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission by the City Council. The April meeting date was changed to April 30 (the fifth Wednesday) to allow a meeting with James Bridgeforth. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Jan 22, 2025 meeting (motion by Richard Lucas, seconded by Rachel Ashbaker)
• Recommended appointment of Abby Banahan Wills to the Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Patrick Russell to the Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Changed April meeting date to April 30 (5th Wednesday) to accommodate James Bridgeforth visit