{
 "city": "DeSoto County",
 "state": "Mississippi",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/desotocountyms.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board to approve multi‑million‑dollar tax exemptions for Barrett and Williams‑Sonoma",
   "summary": "The Board will consider Business Investment Incentives, including first resolutions granting tax exemptions for Barrett Distribution Centers and final resolutions for Williams‑Sonoma property expansions. A consent agenda covering routine reports, finance statements, and procurement items will also be approved. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a 72‑acre rezoning from A‑R to PUD near Craft Road and Bethel Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-2127",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board of Adjustment to consider conditional use for telecommunication tower",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will hear three applications: a variance for a fence taller than 3 ft. at 3088 Meadows Way, a conditional use for a telecommunication tower taller than 35 ft. at 1495 Horn Lake Rd., and a conditional use for a short-term rental at 4975 Longmire Ln. The board will vote on these requests after public hearings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-2123",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Supervisors to finalize tax rolls, approve $42.8M in business tax breaks",
   "summary": "The Board will hear the Tax Assessor's presentation of real and personal property rolls and approve an order to equalize and publish the tax rolls. They will consider amending a FILOT agreement for Wildflower 2 Solar and vote on final resolutions for business investment incentives totaling $42.8 million for The Chamberlain Group and McKesson Corporation. Old business includes updates on the FEMA Safe Room, EOC, Election Commission building, and Courthouse, including a change order and certificate of substantial completion. New business covers solid waste fee adjustments, budget amendments, procurement items (including an ambulance and firearms), and various contract approvals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-2124",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider rezoning of 72 acres for Creek Stone",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for the Creek Stone project. The body will also review two final subdivision applications for residential or land lots.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-2120",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-19",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board to consider $68.5M tax incentive for NFI distribution center",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hear public testimony and vote on two rezoning requests and multiple business investment incentives, including a 10-year real and personal property tax break for NFI valued at $68.5 million. The agenda also includes discussions on FedEx truck routes, a rubbish pit expansion, and several consent agenda items such as budget amendments and claims.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06192026-2119",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board of Adjustment to review 10 zoning variance and conditional use requests",
   "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for variances to the DeSoto County Zoning Ordinance. These include requests for accessory buildings, fence heights, and building setbacks. The board will also review two conditional use applications for a mobile home and heavy duty vehicle parking.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-2113",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board considers business investment incentives for Olive Branch expansions",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will discuss personal property expansions for several companies in Olive Branch and review various county procurement requests. The meeting also includes planning for a four-lot subdivision on Woolsey Road and updates to waste management services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06012026-2116",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-28",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "DeSoto Planning Commission considers four rezoning requests",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Planning Commission will consider four rezoning applications, including a 5.1-acre Planned Commercial zone and a 72-acre Planned Unit Development, along with a final subdivision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-2112",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05282026-2112",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board considers business incentives for The Chamberlain Group and GE Vernova",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will discuss business investment incentives for two companies and hold a public hearing on a rezoning request. The meeting also includes reviews of road projects, procurement awards, and planning applications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-2111",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05182026-2111",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Testing",
   "headline": "DeSoto County Senior Resource Guide published for 2026",
   "summary": "This document is a Senior Resource Guide for DeSoto County, Mississippi, not a meeting agenda. It lists services and organizations for seniors, including transportation, food assistance, housing, health care, and employment programs. The Board of Supervisors is not deciding or discussing any items at this meeting; the document is purely informational.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-92",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board of Adjustment to review zoning variances and conditional use requests",
   "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will consider several variance applications regarding fences, accessory buildings, and setbacks. The board will also review two conditional use applications for a mobile home and heavy duty vehicle parking.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-2105",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board to consider multiple final subdivisions and new firearms for sheriff",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will vote on several final subdivision plats, including Williams Ridge Phase 4 (56 lots) and Hundred Acre Woods, and consider a request from the Sheriff to purchase new firearms. The consent agenda covers routine approvals such as monthly road reports, contract renewals, and a lease for the Agri-Education Center. Presentations on crime lab needs and economic development, plus an executive session, are also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-2108",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05042026-2108",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-30",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hear two major rezoning requests",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on two rezoning applications: The Retreat at Camp Creek (81.86 acres from A to PUD) and Creek Stone (72.0 acres from A-R to PUD). The board will also consider a 5-lot final subdivision, The Promise Land, on 11.57 acres. These are the main actions at this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04302026-2104",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04302026-2104",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board reviews multi‑million‑dollar business investment tax exemptions",
   "summary": "The Board will consider Business Investment Incentives for three companies at 8690 Tulane Rd W, Southaven, including a $52.8 million real‑property exemption for Hormel Foods. It will also address a $17.9 million personal‑property exemption for MG88 Memphis Distribution and a $985,000 exemption for Excel Inc. dba DHL Supply Chain. Additional items include consent agenda items, old and new business, and planning subdivision applications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-2103",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-2103",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board will consider a variance and conditional use for a 35‑ft telecom tower on Kelly Rd.",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will review several variance applications for setbacks, fences, and a telecommunication tower. It will also consider a conditional use request for the same 35‑ft tower on Kelly Road. All items are subject to the DeSoto County Zoning Ordinance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-2100",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04132026-2100",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board will consider final inspection of the Green River Rd E‑911 tower",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will review and vote on a variety of agenda items, including approval for a final inspection of an E‑911 tower on Green River Road, several procurement bids for the Agri‑Education Center, and updates on road and building projects. The board will also consider grant applications, budget amendments, and code‑enforcement orders. All items are listed on the draft agenda and may be added to or removed before the meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04062026-2099",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04062026-2099",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-02",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on rezoning 5.1 acres of The Market at 305 to Planned Commercial",
   "summary": "The Desoto County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application for 5.1 acres of The Market at 305, changing the land from Agricultural‑Rural to C‑4 Planned Commercial. The commission will also consider a preliminary approval for 22 lots and three conditional use permits on 55.79 acres at The Preserve. Final subdivision applications for two lots on 21.36 acres at Foxwood Plantation and for 25 lots with one conditional use permit on 49 acres at St. Brigid will be reviewed. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the February 26 minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04022026-2095",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04022026-2095",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board considers $2 million incentive for Teleflex LLC expansion",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will discuss business investment incentives and various county infrastructure projects. The meeting includes a public hearing on litter ordinance violations and several subdivision planning applications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03162026-2093",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03162026-2093",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board of Adjustment to consider two zoning variance requests",
   "summary": "The Board of Adjustment will meet to review two variance applications regarding lot size and accessory building placement. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03092026-2096",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03092026-2096",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board to consider East Lake Phase 2 subdivision revision on Byhalia",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will approve the February minutes and adopt the agenda. They will consider a consent agenda that includes road department reports, multiple contracts, and procurement bid specifications. The meeting includes discussion of three planning applications: East Lake Phase 2, Miller Estates Minor Lot, and Hogan 2 Lot revisions. Additional new business items such as grant requests and personnel appointments will also be addressed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03022026-2088",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03022026-2088",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-26",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to hear rezoning of 5.1 acres at Hwy 305 to Planned Commercial",
   "summary": "The Desoto County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 5.1 acres on the west side of Highway 305 north of I‑269, changing the land from Agricultural‑Residential (A‑R) to Planned Commercial (C‑4). The commission will also consider a final subdivision application for 30 lots and three certificates of subdivision on 11.87 acres east of Jaybird Road south of Holly Springs. Both items are scheduled for decision at this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02262026-2094",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02262026-2094",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board of Supervisors to review four-year road plan and various county purchases",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will consider a four-year road plan and various grant applications for highway safety and rural development. The meeting includes decisions on equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and Facilities, as well as a final subdivision application for Iris Subdivision Phase 1.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02172026-2087",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02172026-2087",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board reviews variances for accessory buildings and a telecom tower",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider four variance applications for accessory buildings or setbacks at 2331 Oak Creek Dr., 8177 Milne Way, 5106 Belmont Rd., and 185 Deer Trail. It will also review a conditional use application for a telecommunication tower taller than 35 feet at Fairview Rd. The board will decide whether to grant each request under the county zoning ordinance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02092026-2084",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02092026-2084",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-02",
   "body": "Board of Supervisors",
   "headline": "Board considers four-year road plan and jail emergency repairs",
   "summary": "The Board of Supervisors will review a four-year road plan and a proposal to ratify an emergency proclamation from January 23, 2026. The meeting includes decisions on emergency jail facility repairs and a subdivision application for a lot on Crawford Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02022026-2083",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02022026-2083",
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-29",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to review two final subdivision applications",
   "summary": "The DeSoto County Planning Commission is meeting to consider final subdivision plans for two residential projects. The commission will review the lot counts and acreage for developments on Jaybird Road and Livingston Way.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01292026-2080",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.desotocountyms.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}