Gautier public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider several land use requests including zoning variances and a rezoning application. The meeting also includes discussions on a memorandum of agreement for recreation services and roadway improvements.
- Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Gautier and Jackson County for Recreation Services
- Supplemental Agreement No. 4 for the Martin Bluff Roadway Improvements project
- Variance request for an accessory structure at 409 Highway 90
- Variance request for flood damage prevention at 505 Magnolia Tree Drive
- Rezoning request from R-2 High Density Multi-Family Residential to AG Agricultural at C Byrd Road
General
The Planning Commission will review several requests regarding property variances and a rezoning from residential to agricultural. The agenda includes discussions on accessory structures, flood damage prevention, and dwelling square footage requirements.
- Variance for accessory structure square footage at 409 Highway 90
- Variance for Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance at 505 Magnolia Tree Drive
- Rezoning from R-2 High Density Multi-Family Residential to AG Agricultural at C Byrd Road (PID #82420020.000)
- Variance for dwelling square footage requirements on Carter Road (PID #85298083.000)
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider an agreement with Seymour Engineering for the Fairway Boat Launch and Pier Project at Hickory Hills. The council will also review a contract increase for the Gautier Head Start Drainage Improvement Project. Other items include water and sewer adjustments and Shepard State Park project updates.
- Agreement with Seymour Engineering for Fairway Boat Launch and Pier Project - Hickory Hills
- Change Order No. 1 for Gautier Head Start Drainage Improvement Project
- Water and sewer adjustments totaling $12,029.28
- Change Order No. 1 for Shepard State Park RV Expansion Project
- Bidding for Shepard State Park Bathhouse and Laundry Facility Project
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider resolutions regarding the Gautier Rotary Club Christmas Parade, including sponsorship and road closures. The agenda also includes a special exception request for 3525 Old Spanish Trail and an abatement on Lima Drive.
- Sponsorship of Gautier Rotary Club Christmas Parade
- Road closures and traffic control for the Gautier Rotary Club Christmas Parade
- Special Exception request for 3525 Old Spanish Trail
- Abatement at 1639 Lima Drive
- Request to vacate a portion of Gulf Haven Dr
City Council
The City Council will consider an agreement with Jackson County for the collection of City taxes. The agenda also includes grant agreements with MDMR and a permit for church expansion.
- Interlocal Agreement with Jackson County for City tax collection
- Grant Agreements with MDMR for FY2024 Tidelands funding
- Cybersecurity Insurance agreement with Coalition
- Conditional Use-Major Permit for church expansion in C-2 District
- $15,817.90 in water and sewer adjustments
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss several business items including a general obligation note and various project agreements. The agenda also includes an appointment for the Planning Commission and consideration of an abatement at 1726 Dailey Drive.
- Issuance of a General Obligation Note, Series 2023
- Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for Martin Bluff Roadway Improvements
- Change Order No. 1 for Town Commons Park Phase II B Great Lawn Site Work and Utilities - Inclusion Playground project
- Post-Opening Agreement between the City of Gautier and 46 Entertainment
- Abatement consideration at 1726 Dailey Drive
General
The Planning Commission will consider a request for a Conditional Use-Major to expand an existing Church/Place of Worship. The property is located in a C-2 Community Commercial Zoning District.
- Conditional Use-Major request: 6300 Martin Bluff Road expansion
General
The Gautier City Council will consider a resolution to issue a General Obligation Note to fund city machinery and equipment. The agenda includes requests for zoning exceptions on Robinson Still Road and updates to the Unified Development Code. The council will also review agreements to accept state and federal funding.
- Resolution for a General Obligation Note to fund city machinery and equipment
- Zoning exception for a mobile home in the C-3 Highway Commercial District
- Amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding R-1 residential lot coverage
- MOU with Mississippi Office of Homeland Security to accept funding
- MOU with Department of Justice for technology and equipment funding
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider amendments to the FY 2024 fee schedule and final budget amendments for FY 2023. The agenda also includes reviewing audited financial statements and a contract for public works management.
- Resolution amending the FY 2024 Comprehensive Fee Schedule
- Approval of a negotiated contract for Department of Public Works management
- Authorization to purchase a K-9 for law enforcement
- Change Order No. 3 for Gautier Vancleave Road Wastewater System Upgrades Project
- Approval of FY 2024 Commercial Insurance Renewals
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider the budget for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2023. The agenda includes approving the 2023 tax assessment roll and authorizing FY 2024 pay adjustments. Council members will also discuss selecting a company for public works management negotiations.
- Adoption of the FY 2023-2024 budget
- Approval of the 2023 Tax Assessment roll
- Authorization of FY 2024 pay adjustments
- Renewal of self-funded employee health insurance plan
- Selection of a company for public works management negotiation
General
The commission will consider a special exception for a mobile home on Robinson Still Road. It will also review a city-initiated text change to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding maximum lot coverage in R-1 districts.
- Special Exception request for a mobile home in C-3 Highway Commercial Zoning at Robinson Still Road (PID #81970005.000)
- Proposed UDO text change to Section 5.4.4 R-1 Low Density Single-Family Residential District regarding Maximum Lot Coverage
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 municipal budget. The meeting also includes discussions on various infrastructure projects and water system upgrades.
- Public Hearing for the Municipal Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Resolution to fix the Municipal Tax Levy for FY 2023-2024
- Change Order No. 2 for Gautier Vancleave Road Wastewater System Upgrades (GOMESA)
- Professional Services Agreement with Seymour Engineering for Hickory Hills Water Quality and Storm Water Improvements Project
- Change Order No. 1 and Pay Application No 2 for Sanitary Sewer Mains Rehabilitation at College Park, Guillotteville Road and Valleywood Subdivisions
City Council
The City Council will consider several land use requests including a fence variance, a duplex special exception, and an RV permit. The agenda also includes authorization for the Shepard State Park Expansion Project and water quality improvements.
- Resolution regarding liens on properties for unsafe vacant structures
- Fence variance request for 1817 Amar East (GPC #23-25-VAR)
- Duplex special exception for 7304 River Music Drive (GPC #23-26-SE)
- RV conditional use permit for Mary Walker Drive (GPC #23-27-CU)
- Contract award for Shepard State Park Expansion Project
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will consider several land use requests on August 3, 2023. These include a variance for a privacy fence and requests regarding a duplex and an RV. The meeting also includes updates on previous cases and permit reports.
- Variance request for a privacy fence at 1817 Amar East
- Special Exception request for a duplex at 7304 River Music Drive
- Conditional Use-Major request for an RV on Mary Walker Drive
City Council
The City Council will consider approval for Seacliffe Subdivision Road Improvements Project closeout documents and the Docket of Claims. The agenda also includes authorizations for grants and state legislative funds for park improvements.
- Change Order No. 1 for Seacliffe Subdivision Road Improvements Project
- Retaining Butler Snow LLP for FY 2022 Financial Disclosure Statement
- Accepting the 2023 HIDTA grant via MOA with MS Bureau of Narcotics and MS Gulf Coast HIDTA
- Executing documents for HB 603 funds for park improvements and construction
City Council
The City Council will review several business items including budget amendments and funding applications. Discussion includes a conditional use permit for a dispensary and multiple residential yard variances.
- Conditional Use-Major Permit for a Medical Marijuana Dispensary at 3600 Gautier Vancleave Road
- 150-foot front yard setback variance for an accessory building at 1904 Lauban Lane
- 9'8" rear yard variance for an addition at 7310 Melody Drive
- Application for GOMESA 2024 Funding via Mississippi Department of Marine Resources
- Application for RESTORE Act funding for Town Commons via MS Dept. of Environmental Quality
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will review requests for land use changes and variances. This includes a proposal for a medical marijuana dispensary at 3600 Gautier Vancleave Road and setback variance requests for properties on Lauban Lane and Melody Drive.
- Medical marijuana dispensary request at 3600 Gautier Vancleave Road
- Front yard setback variance for an accessory building at 1904 Lauban Lane
- Rear yard setback variance for an addition at 7310 Melody Drive
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract for the Citywide Lift Station Upgrades Project and an abatement at 1237C Roy's Road. The meeting also includes the approval of the Docket of Claims and several consent agenda items.
- Contract award for Citywide Lift Station Upgrades Project
- Abatement consideration at 1237C Roy's Road, Gautier, MS
- Approval of the Docket of Claims
- Lighting Services lease agreement with Mississippi Power for Town Commons Amphitheater
- Modification #1 to subaward agreements with Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning requests involving accessory structures and recreational vehicle use. The agenda also includes contract approvals for the Town Commons Park Phase II project and professional engineering services. Additionally, the council will consider a lease purchase agreement for five new police SUVs.
- Contract award for Town Commons Park Phase II Amphitheater Great Lawn
- Lease purchase agreement for five 2023 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs
- Special exception for an accessory structure at 1404 Park Drive
- Conditional use request for an RV at 3124 Mary Walker Drive
- Water and sewer adjustments totaling $9,180.29
City Council
The City Council will consider several business items including project closeouts and funding requests. The agenda includes a discussion on an abatement at 1301 Roy's Road and the approval of a docket of claims.
- Closeout documents for Shepard State Park Kayak and Boat Launch Rehabilitation Project
- Three applications for FY2025 Tidelands Public Access funding
- Consideration for the abatement at 1301 Roy's Road
- Resolution appointing Mississippi Municipal League 2023 voting delegates
- Approval of the Docket of Claims
City Council
The City Council will review several business items including a supplemental agreement for the Jackson County Animal Shelter water system and various zoning requests. The meeting also includes several proclamations and authorization for grant applications.
- Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Seymour Engineering for Jackson County Animal Shelter water distribution
- Abatement consideration at 1301 Roy's Road
- Front yard setback variance request for 7310 Melody Drive
- Special Exception for mobile home occupancy at 7212 Home of Grace Road
- Grant Subaward Agreement with Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for Hwy 90 water lines
General
The Planning Commission will consider requests for a front yard setback variance and a mobile home occupancy exception. One requested special exception for an accessory structure has been removed from this agenda to be addressed next month.
- Variance request for front yard setbacks at 7310 Melody Drive
- Special exception request for mobile home occupancy at 7212 Home of Grace Road
- Removal of accessory structure request for 1404 Park Drive to next month's agenda
City Council
The City Council will review a change order for the Town Commons Park Phase II project. The meeting also includes approval of water and sewer adjustments and authorization for several city administrative actions.
- Change Order No. 1 to add two restrooms for Town Commons Park Phase II (Amphitheater)
- $13,183.09 in water and sewer adjustments for May 2023
- Bids for the Shepard State Park RV Expansion Project
- Donation of a 2010 Ford Focus Sedan to the Gautier Planning Department
City Council
The Gautier City Council will review authorization for construction bids for the Town Commons Park Amphitheater Great Lawn. The agenda also includes contract awards for water main and drainage improvement projects, as well as several zoning variance requests.
- Authorization to advertise for bids for Town Commons Park, Phase II, Amphitheater Great Lawn construction
- Contract awards for Jackson County Animal Shelter Water Main Extension and Head Start Drainage Improvement projects
- Zoning variance requests for guest house square footage at 6325 Brown Road and 5412 Campbell Road
- Setback variance request for an accessory building at 1408 Wesleyan Street
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Homeland Security and Gautier Fire Department
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will review three requests for zoning variances regarding building setbacks and square footage requirements. The meeting also includes the presentation of the Larry Moran Award of Excellence to That Gumbo Life/Monica Mingo.
- Presentation of the Larry Moran Award of Excellence to That Gumbo Life/Monica Mingo
- Variance request for guest house square footage at 6325 Brown Road
- Variance request for guest house square footage at 5412 Campbell Road
- Variance request for building setbacks at 1408 Wesleyan Street
General
The City Council will consider a resolution to participate in the National Opioid Settlement Agreement with several companies. The agenda also includes a grant agreement for the Gautier Historic School Rehabilitation Project and a setback variance request at 813 Roys Road.
- Resolution to join National Opioid Settlement Agreement
- Grant agreement for Gautier Historic School Rehabilitation Project
- Side-yard and rear-yard variance request at 813 Roys Road
- Water and sewer adjustments totaling $13,625.61
- RFPs for disaster debris monitoring, removal, and response services
City Council
The City Council will review a rezoning request for the Lark Drive Subdivision and setback variances for 813 Roys Road. The meeting also includes a professional services agreement for the Shepard State Park Bath House Project.
- Professional Services Agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for Shepard State Park Bath House Project
- Rezoning of Lot 1, Lark Drive Subdivision from C-2 to R-1
- Side-yard and rear-yard setback variances for 813 Roys Road
- Grant Subaward Agreements with Jackson County for Citywide Lift Station Upgrades and Sanitary Sewer Main Rehabilitation
- Donations from Gautier Community Pride, Inc. and Gautier Pride, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for an annual financial audit and funding for road work on Martin Bluff Road. The agenda also includes several items for the consent agenda regarding city inventory and service renewals.
- Professional Services Agreement with Wright, Ward, Hatten & Guel for the 2022 financial audit
- Re-striping of Martin Bluff Road from Frontage to Mill Creek Road
- Water and sewer adjustments for March 2023 totaling $16,095.05
- Business Services Agreement renewal with Sparklight for City Hall internet services
- Public Sale Consignor Agreement with Long Beach Auto Auction
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will consider rezoning property at the corner of Lark Drive and Martin Bluff Road from commercial to residential. The commission will also review a setback variance request for an accessory building at 813 Roys Road.
- Rezoning of Lot 1, Lark Drive Subdivision (C-2 to R-1)
- Variance for setbacks at 813 Roys Road
City Council
The City Council will consider permits for a church on De La Pointe Road and a medical cannabis dispensary on Ladnier Road. The council also plans to review a partnership for an inclusion playground and a construction contract for several subdivisions.
- Permit for a church at 1017 De La Pointe Road
- Permit for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3300 Ladnier Road
- Partnership with Unlimited Play for an inclusion playground
- Contract award to Suncoast Infrastructure, Inc. for subdivision projects
- Grant agreements for water and sewer infrastructure
City Council
The Gautier City Council will discuss a lighting service lease for Bacot Park and engineering services for an EPA grant application. The meeting also includes updates on Martin Bluff Road widening and several administrative approvals.
- Lease agreement with Mississippi Power for Bacot Park football field lighting
- Engineering services for an EPA grant application
- Purchase of six Ford Interceptor SUVs for the Police Department
- Water and sewer adjustments totaling $19,554.51
- Abatement consideration at 7313 Martin Bluff Road
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will consider two major conditional use requests. These include a request for a church at 1017 De La Pointe Road and a request for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3300 Ladnier Road.
- Conditional Use request for a church at 1017 De La Pointe Road
- Conditional Use request for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3300 Ladnier Road
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider a zoning variance for an accessory building at 1600 Pat Dr. The council will also discuss a resolution to place liens on properties to address unsafe vacant structures. Other items include water and sewer adjustments and wastewater system contract changes.
- Zoning variance request for 1600 Pat Dr regarding setbacks and lot coverage
- Resolution for property liens to abate unsafe vacant structures
- $16,873.27 in water and sewer adjustments for January 2023
- Change Order No. 1 for JLB Contractors wastewater system upgrades
- Road closures and sponsorship for the Gautier Men’s Club Mardi Gras parade
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider increasing the contract amount with Butler Snow, LLP for redistricting services. The council also plans to review a new Grant Policy and Procedures document. A presentation from the Mayor's Youth Council is scheduled.
- Contract increase for Butler Snow, LLP redistricting services
- Approval of City of Gautier Grant Policy and Procedures
- Mayor's Youth Council update presentation
- Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes