Gautier public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Gautier City Council will vote on a conditional use permit for a cigar lounge with bar at 3880 Gautier Vancleave Road, Suite 9, and a fence height variance at 1715 Piney Lane. The consent agenda includes water and sewer adjustments of $7,650.21, authorization to purchase a K-9 for law enforcement, and several professional service agreements for park and infrastructure projects.
- One-foot fence height variance in R-1 district at 1715 Piney Lane
- Conditional use permit for cigar lounge with bar in C-2 district at 3880 Gautier Vancleave Road, Suite 9
- Approval of water and sewer adjustments totaling $7,650.21
- Authorization to purchase a K-9 for law enforcement
- Professional services agreement with Seymour Engineering for Belk Building Canopy Demolition Project
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will meet to consider two land-use requests. The body will review a height variance for a residential fence and a conditional use permit for a commercial business.
- Fence height variance request for 1715 Piney Lane (GPC #24-52-VAR)
- Conditional Use-Major request for a Cigar Lounge with a Bar at 3880 Gautier Vancleave Road, Suite #9 (GPC #24-53-CU)
City Council
The Gautier City Council will vote on an amendment to the preliminary plat and the final plat for Phase 1 of Legacy Park located at 4416 Highway 57. They will also consider an abatement request for 7313 Martin Bluff Road and approve the docket of claims. The consent agenda includes receiving October 2024 privilege license reports, closing city offices on Dec 23, and entering a professional services agreement with Seymour Engineering for the Hickory Hills and Martin Bluff sewer improvements project.
- Amendment to Preliminary Plat for Legacy Park at 4416 Highway 57
- Final Plat approval for Phase 1 of Legacy Park at 4416 Highway 57
- Consideration of Abatement at 7313 Martin Bluff Road
- Approval of the Docket of Claims
- Professional Services Agreement with Seymour Engineering for Hickory Hills and Martin Bluff Sewer Improvements Project
City Council
The City Council will vote on two special exceptions: one for an accessory structure on agricultural land at 5900 Brown Road, and another for a tattoo shop in a commercial district at 3204 Ladnier Road. They will also award the annual hot bituminous pavement contract and approve the docket of claims. The consent agenda includes water and sewer adjustments totaling $22,669.05, a grant agreement for the Fairway Drive Boat Launch and Pier Project, and resolutions for the Rotary Christmas Parade.
- Consideration of special exception for accessory structure at 5900 Brown Road (GPC 24-50-SE)
- Consideration of special exception for tattoo shop at 3204 Ladnier Road (GPC 24-51-SE)
- Award of annual hot bituminous pavement contract
- Approval of water and sewer adjustments totaling $22,669.05
- Authorization of grant agreement with MDMR for Fairway Drive Boat Launch and Pier Project
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will meet on November 7, 2024 at 5:30 PM. The commission will consider two special exception applications: one for an accessory structure on a lot without a primary building in an AG Agricultural Zoning District at 5900 Brown Road, and another for a tattoo shop in a C‑2 Community Commercial Zoning District at 3204 Ladnier Road, Suite 4. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of minutes from October 3, 2024, public comments, and reports.
- Special Exception for accessory structure on lot without primary building, 5900 Brown Road (AG Agricultural Zoning District)
- Special Exception for tattoo shop, 3204 Ladnier Road, Suite 4 (C-2 Community Commercial Zoning District)
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024
- Public comments (matters not listed on agenda)
City Council
The Gautier City Council meeting will consider several actions. Council members will vote on a resolution to award the sale of $5,300,000 Combined Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. They will also receive audited financial statements, approve an ordinance to create a Leisure and Recreation District, approve a real‑estate contract with Dede Bonderer, and approve the Docket of Claims. Additional items on the consent agenda will be approved in a single motion.
- Resolution awarding sale of $5,300,000 Combined Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- Approval of an ordinance to establish a Leisure and Recreation District
- Approval of contract with Dede Bonderer for sale and purchase of real estate
- Approval of the Docket of Claims
- Authorization to advertise bids for the Fairway Drive Boat Launch and Pier Project
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider a resolution to award the sale of two million dollars in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024. The bond proceeds are intended to finance various municipal improvements. The council will discuss, vote, and then adjourn until the next meeting on November 5.
- Resolution awarding sale of $2,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024
- Bond proceeds to fund municipal improvement projects
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing bonds for water and sewer system improvements and a rezoning request on John Dailey Drive. The body will also review several variance requests for fencing and signage and approve various service agreements.
- Combined Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024, not to exceed $5,300,000
- Rezoning of property on John Dailey Drive from R-1 to MURC-2
- Fence height variance request for 6208 Old Spanish Trail
- Sign height and square footage variance request for 2012 Highway 90
- Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Martin Bluff Roadway Improvements Project
General
The Gautier Planning Commission is meeting to review three specific land-use requests. The body will consider a property rezoning and two variance requests regarding fence and sign specifications.
- Rezoning request for property at John Dailey Drive from R-1 to MURC-2 (Case No. 24-37-RZ)
- Fence height variance request for 6208 Old Spanish Trail (GPC #24-38-VAR)
- Sign height and square footage variance request for 2012 Highway 90 (GPC #24-39-VAR)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several financial actions, including final budget amendments for FY 2024 and the issuance of general obligation bonds up to $2,000,000 for municipal improvements. A key item is a resolution to issue revenue bonds not exceeding $5,300,000 to fund water and sewer system upgrades. The council will also vote on increasing solid waste collection and disposal charges and on appointing Doug Mansfield as Civil Service Commissioner.
- Discussion of appointing Doug Mansfield as Civil Service Commissioner
- Resolution approving FY 2024 final budget amendments
- Resolution to issue general obligation bonds up to $2,000,000 for municipal improvements
- Resolution to issue revenue bonds up to $5,300,000 for water and sewer system improvements
- Approval of an increase in solid waste collection and disposal charges
City Council
The City Council will vote on several zoning requests, including a mini warehouse and a duplex. The body will also consider property abatements and the renewal of copier rental agreements for city departments.
- Conditional Use-Major Permit for a self-service mini warehouse on Highway 90
- Special Exception for shed sales at 2101 Old Spanish Trail
- Special Exception for a duplex at 7717 Dahlia Drive
- Property abatements at 2812 Fairview Drive and 7921 Petunia Drive
- Renewal of State Rental Agreements with RJ Young for police, fire, utility, and administration copiers
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024. The meeting includes votes on tax assessments, employee health insurance, and fee schedules. Council members will also discuss pay adjustments for police and fire personnel.
- Budget adoption for fiscal year Oct 1, 2024 – Sept 30, 2025
- Approval of the 2024 City of Gautier Tax Assessment roll
- Revised compensation scales and pay adjustments for certified police officers and firefighters
- Renewal of the FY 2025 self-funded employee health insurance plan
- Resolution to amend the FY 2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and increase solid waste charges
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will review four land‑use requests. Items include a Conditional Use for self‑service mini‑warehouses in a C‑3 Highway Commercial district on Highway 90 (PID #81831440.000). The commission will also consider three Special Exception or variance requests: sale of sheds in the Town Center district at 2101 Old Spanish Trail, a duplex in the R‑3 Mobile/Manufactured Home district at 7717 Dahlia Drive, and setback and fence‑height variances for an accessory building at 1715 Piney Lane in an R‑1 Low‑Density Single‑Family district.
- Conditional Use – Major for self‑service mini‑warehouses, C‑3 Highway Commercial, Highway 90 (PID #81831440.000) (GPC #24-32-CU)
- Special Exception to sell sheds, Town Center (TC) district, 2101 Old Spanish Trail (GPC #24-33-SE)
- Special Exception for a duplex, R‑3 Mobile/Manufactured Home Residential district, 7717 Dahlia Drive (GPC #24-34-SE)
- Variance: 6‑ft side‑yard setback for accessory building and 1‑ft fence height, R‑1 Low‑Density Single‑Family district, 1715 Piney Lane (GPC #24-35-VAR)
City Council
The Gautier City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 municipal budget and tax levy. The body also plans to authorize issuing up to $2 million in general obligation bonds and $5.3 million in water and sewer revenue bonds to finance capital improvements.
- Public hearing on Municipal Budget for FY 2024-2025
- Adoption of Resolution fixing Municipal Tax Levy for FY 2024-2025
- Authorization to issue up to $2,000,000 in GO Bonds
- Authorization to issue up to $5,300,000 in Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds
- Approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 for Martin Bluff Roadway Improvements
City Council
The City Council will decide on a solid waste provider and authorize bank depository contracts for FY 2024-2028. The body will also consider several zoning requests, including a rezoning at 2510 College Circle and a variance at 1216 Grandview Drive. Other items include an EPA agreement for a water treatment plant and ARPA fund obligations.
- Selection of Solid Waste Provider
- Bank depository contracts with Community Bank and The Peoples Bank for FY 2024-2028
- Rezoning of 2510 College Circle from PL Public Land to C-2 Community Commercial
- EPA agreement for nanofiltration water treatment plant construction in Northeast Gautier
- 15-foot fence setback variance request for 1216 Grandview Drive
City Council
The City Council will discuss the appointment of a Civil Service Commissioner and the funding and creation of specified city positions. The meeting includes several requests for zoning variances and special exceptions for residential and commercial properties.
- Creation, defunding, and funding of specified positions and Revised Schedule of Authorized Positions
- 477 square foot variance request for a dwelling at 5900 Brown Road
- Special Exception request for a mobile home at 2132 Dailey Road
- Water and sewer adjustments for August 2024 totaling $39,397.39
- Resolution to place liens on properties for unsafe vacant structure abatement fees
General
The Planning Commission will review multiple requests regarding residential zoning, including mobile homes, fences, and accessory buildings. The agenda also includes requests for conditional uses involving recreational vehicles.
- 477 square foot variance for a dwelling at 5900 Brown Road
- Mobile home special exception at 2132 Dailey Road
- RV conditional use at 3101 Oak Street
- Two-foot fence height variance at 1801 Seacliffe Drive
- RV conditional use at 3224 & 3228 Willis Drive
City Council
The City Council will consider an amendment to the Golf Cart and Low Speed Vehicle Ordinance and authorize advertising for solid waste collection services. The consent agenda includes several infrastructure authorizations regarding water, sewer, and bank depository selection.
- Advertising Request for Proposals for Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Services
- Amendment to the Golf Cart and Low Speed Vehicle Ordinance
- MOU with Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for Martin Bluff and Hickory Hills Sewer Improvements
- Agreement with Department of the Army for Gautier Water and Sewer Improvements
- Contract award for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project, Phase II, to Suncoast Infrastructure, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will consider several zoning requests, including a property rezoning at 304 De La Pointe and conditional use requests in the Mary Walker district. The agenda also includes discussions on Civil Service Commissioner appointments and abatement requests for specific properties.
- Rezoning request for 304 De La Pointe from R-2 to C-3
- Conditional Use request for an RV at 3309 Gatti Place
- Special Exception request for an accessory structure at 3216 Willis Street
- Abatement requests for 5608 Picadilly Circus and 2628 San Lorenzo
- Tax Exemption Request for Antonio's New York Pizza II, LLC
General
The commission will consider several property owner requests including rezoning, conditional uses, and special exceptions. Items include changes to zoning districts for properties on Hickory Hill Drive and De La Pointe.
- Conditional Use request for an RV at 3309 Gatti Place
- Special Exception for an accessory structure at 3216 Willis Street
- Rezoning from PUD to a new PUD at 900 Hickory Hill Drive
- Rezoning from R-2 High Density Multi-Family Residential to C-3 Highway Commercial at 304 De La Pointe
- 477 square foot variance for a dwelling at 5900 Brown Road
City Council
The City Council will consider the creation, reclassification, and elimination of specific job positions. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering water and sewer adjustments and a lease purchase agreement for fire equipment.
- Creation, reclassification, and elimination of specified positions
- Approval to retain Butler Snow LLP for the FY 2023 Financial Disclosure Statement
- Water and sewer adjustments for June 2024 totaling $25,972.77
- Lease purchase agreement with Community Bank for an E-ONE Class A Pumper
City Council
The City Council will consider a development and reimbursement agreement for the Redevelopment Project. The agenda also includes property abatements at Narcissus Drive and several official proclamations.
- Development and Reimbursement Agreement with ATM TIF, LLC
- Property abatements at 7745 and 7737 Narcissus Drive
- Engineering services RFQ for Hickory Hills Sewer Rehabilitation
- Bids for Sanitary Sewer Main Rehabilitation in College Park, Guillotteville Rd, and Valleywood subdivision
City Council
The City Council has called a special meeting for May 7, 2024. The primary business involves an executive session to consider the approval of a contract with Blackwater Resources Development Company.
- Executive Session: Approval of a contract with Blackwater Resources Development Company
City Council
The City Council will consider a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan and a related development agreement for the Highway 57 Medical Arts Facility, Hotel, and Retail Development. Other business includes real estate options, sewer repairs, and various infrastructure contracts.
- Public hearing for Highway 57 Medical Arts Facility, Hotel, and Retail Development TIF Plan
- Development and Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Gautier and ATM TIF, LLC
- Option to Purchase Real Estate Agreement with Dede Bonderer
- Emergency repair of Brown Road sewer main by Bottom 2 Top Construction
- Contract award for Hwy 90 Sanitary Sewer and Water Lines – Singing River Mall Project
City Council
The Gautier City Council will review several rezoning requests and property variances. The agenda includes a resolution regarding tax increment financing for a new medical arts facility, hotel, and retail development. The council will also consider a property sale to MDOT.
- Tax increment financing for Highway 57 Medical Arts Facility, hotel, and retail development
- Rezoning requests from C-3 Highway Commercial and AG Agricultural to PUD
- Variance request for an RV Park at 3101 Oak Street
- MDOT purchase of real property along US 90
- Contract amendment with H2O Innovations
General
The Planning Commission will review several property requests including lot size variances, sign square footage variances, and rezoning applications to Planned Unit Developments. The meeting also includes the presentation of the Larry Moran Award of Excellence.
- 2.5 acre variance for an RV Park at 3101 Oak Street
- 18.7 square foot sign variance at 4343 Gautier Vancleave Road
- Rezoning from C-3 Highway Commercial to PUD at 4416 Highway 57
- Rezoning from AG Agricultural to PUD on Carter Road
City Council
The Gautier City Council will vote on routine municipal contracts, including a financial audit agreement and extensions for disaster response services through December 2025. The council will also consider an easement along the Bonderer property, approval of the March docket of claims, and consent agenda items covering police equipment use, park project completions, and youth sports field agreements. These actions maintain city financial compliance, support local public safety operations, and finalize maintenance for community parks and facilities.
- Audit contract with Wright, Ward, Hatten & Guel for FY ended September 30, 2023
- Easement acquisition along the Bonderer property
- Contract extensions for disaster debris removal, monitoring, and response services through December 31, 2025
- Water and sewer adjustments for March 2024 in the amount of $22,787.39
- Consent agenda includes park project completions, youth baseball/softball field agreements at Buddy Davis Park, and police equipment use for off-duty security
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to contract with MS Songwriters’ Festival, Inc. for the management of the MS Songwriters Performing Arts Center and Recording Studio. The council will also review several items via consent agenda, including engineering agreements and utility department purchases.
- Resolution for MS Songwriters’ Festival, Inc. to manage the MS Songwriters Performing Arts Center and Recording Studio
- Professional Services Agreement with Seymour Engineering for Gautier Vancleave Road Sidewalk project
- Contract award for City of Gautier Utility Department excavators
- Contract award for City of Gautier Utility Department vehicles
- Barricade authorization for Gautier Pride at Azteca’s Restaurant
City Council
The Gautier City Council will review several items regarding city infrastructure and park facilities. This includes authorizing bids for water and sewer improvements at the former Singing River Mall property and reviewing maintenance agreements.
- Bids for Singing River Mall Water & Sewer Improvements Project
- Re-advertising bids for Shepard State Park Bathhouse and Laundry Facility Project
- Water Tank Maintenance Agreement with American Tank Maintenance, LLC
- Use agreement with Diamond Dogs for Buddy Davis Park baseball/softball fields
- Professional Services Agreement with Flock Safety
City Council
The City Council will review several landscaping contract awards for city properties and Highway 90 flowerbeds. The meeting also includes requests for a child care center expansion and a fence height variance.
- Landscaping contracts for the Amphitheater, Roundabout, and Highway 90 flowerbeds
- Special Exception for Child Care Center expansion (GPC #24-05-SE)
- Fence height variance request at 725 Graveline Road (GPC #24-06-VAR)
- Renewal of agreement between LexisNexis and the City of Gautier
- Acceptance of an oil painting donation by Willie Dees
City Council
The City Council will review several items including water quality improvements and sewer rehabilitation. The meeting also includes approvals for utility department vehicle and excavator bids.
- Final closeout of Gautier Head Start Drainage Improvement Project
- Sub-award agreement with MS Dept of Environmental Quality for Hickory Hills Rehabilitation
- Change Order No. 1 for Jackson County Animal Shelter Water Main Extension
- Professional Services Agreement with Seymour Engineering for Sanitary Sewer Mains Rehabilitation Phase II
- Water and sewer adjustments for February 2024 totaling $28,221.03
General
The Gautier Planning Commission will review requests for a special exception and a fence height variance. The commission will also consider nominations for the 2023 Larry Moran Excellence Award.
- Expansion of a child care center at 3005 Holly Drive
- One-foot fence height variance at 725 Graveline Road
- Nominations for the Larry Moran Excellence Award for 2023
City Council
The City Council will review several business items including personnel position changes and a manhole repair invoice. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits, a special exception, and a side yard setback variance.
- Creation, reclassification, and elimination of specified positions
- Emergency Repair of the OST Manhole by Bottom 2 Top Construction
- Conditional Use-Major Permit for a Package Liquor Store in C-2 District
- Special Exception for occupancy of a single-family dwelling in C-2 District
- Nine-foot side yard setback variance at 625 Susan Circle
General
The Planning Commission will review several land use requests including a conditional use for a package liquor store and a special exception for a single-family dwelling. The commission will also consider a side yard setback variance.
- Conditional Use-Major for a Package Liquor Store at 3880 Gautier Vancleave Road, Suite #9
- Special Exception for occupancy of an existing single-family dwelling at 7609 Martin Bluff Road
- Nine-foot variance to side yard setback requirements at 625 Susan Circle
City Council
The Gautier City Council will consider water and sewer adjustments totaling $48,357.88. The agenda also includes a hazardous waste collection agreement with Jackson County and federal watershed grant authorization.
- Water and sewer adjustments of $48,357.88
- Hazardous waste collection at Singing River Mall Site
- Liens on properties with unsafe vacant structures
- USDA Emergency Watershed Protective Program grant
- Mississippi water infrastructure program compliance