Gulfport public meetings in 2021
51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of routine and policy items, including code enforcement hearings, awarding numerous term contracts for construction and maintenance supplies, accepting several state and federal grants, and approving various resolutions. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy changes or public hearings on controversial issues.
- Code enforcement hearing on properties declared a menace to public health, safety, and welfare
- Award bids for term contracts: culvert piping, ready mix concrete, grates/frames, water/sewer supplies, pumps, chlorine, street signs, fencing
- Accept grants: Gulf Coast Restoration Fund (Forest Heights flood control), FY2021 JAG, WIOA paramedic and firefighter training
- Approve lighting lease amendment with Mississippi Power for Handsboro Community Center upgrades
- Ratify intent to offer healthcare flexible spending accounts
The Gulfport City Council held a routine meeting on December 21, 2021, approving a large slate of items unanimously. These included multiple term contracts for infrastructure supplies, acceptance of several state and federal grants, fee waivers for community events, and a resolution for additional road repaving on Anniston Avenue. The council also entered executive session to discuss litigation and, upon returning, approved several related actions, including joining a statewide opioid litigation settlement and authorizing a settlement with Aaron Zahedi. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved additional expenditure for Anniston Avenue repaving (unanimous)
- Approved term contracts for culvert piping, concrete, grates, water/sewer supplies, pumps, chlorine, signs, and fencing (unanimous)
- Accepted Crystal Lakes Subdivision Phase II-A water and sewer improvements (unanimous)
- Approved grants for flood control (Forest Heights), JAG, paramedic and firefighter training (unanimous)
- Approved fee waivers for Feed the Needy, Mayor's Youth Council, Health Fair, and Derby Day events (unanimous)
- Approved Docket of Claims through December 22, 2021 (unanimous)
- Authorized joining Mississippi opioid litigation MOU and settlement agreements (unanimous)
- Authorized settlement with Aaron Zahedi for $2,200 and negotiation of claims (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to discuss and potentially act on two items: a discussion about MIMA matching funds for the TRAM/Pedestrian Bridge Project, and a resolution to approve a service agreement with Mississippi Power Company for security cameras at the Goldin Sports Complex/Prudie Circle Park. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 17, 2021, at 1:00 PM.
- Discussion - MIMA matching funds for TRAM/Pedestrian Bridge Project
- Resolution - approving Service Agreement with Mississippi Power Company for Security Cameras at the Goldin Sports Complex/Prudie Circle Park
The Gulfport City Council approved a resolution to use MIMA bond proceeds as needed for the required match on the TRAM/Pedestrian Bridge Project, with a 6-1 vote. They also unanimously approved a service agreement with Mississippi Power Company for security cameras at Goldin Sports Complex/Prudie Circle Park. The meeting was an adjourned special called meeting from December 7, 2021.
- Approved resolution to use MIMA bond proceeds for TRAM bridge match (6-1, Flowers nay)
- Approved service agreement with Mississippi Power for security cameras at Goldin Sports Complex/Prudie Circle Park (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on six variance requests. These include requests for setback variances on residential properties and parking-related variances on commercial and residential properties. The board will also adopt minutes from its November 18, 2021 meeting.
- Variance 2112PC183: setback variance for 629 and 617 2nd Street (R-1-7.5)
- Variance 2112PC186: front and side setback variances for Searle Ave (R-1-7.5)
- Variance 2112PC192: setback variance for 18 Kimball Dr (R-1-7.5)
- Variance 2112ZB195: parking material variance for 2004 Saint James Blvd (B-1)
- Variance 2112ZB197: parking reduction, backing, area, and material variances for 1400 20th St (R-2)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on nine items, including two zoning map amendments, two home occupation requests, two general plan approvals for subdivisions, a warehouse use request, a private lodge use request, and a final plat approval. The meeting also includes routine adoption of minutes and procedural announcements.
- Rezone 156 Oleander Dr from T6 to T4+ (2112PC187)
- Rezone 2001 E Pass Rd from T4+ to T6 (2112PC190)
- Approve 30-lot Wrigleyville Subdivision Phase One (2112PC191)
- Approve 63-lot Southern Breeze Estates on Dedeaux Road (2112PC193)
- Final plat for 62-lot Camden Court on Dye Rd (2110PC168)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including ordinances and resolutions covering stormwater design standards, employee pay, and multiple vendor contracts. Notable actions include approving a body-worn camera purchase agreement, a fireworks display contract, and several budget amendments. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and code enforcement hearings.
- Special exception for liquor store at 11594 Lorraine Road (Case #2109SE137)
- Ordinance amending stormwater design criteria from 25-year to 50-year storm event
- Resolution approving Axon Enterprises body-worn camera purchase
- Resolution approving Artisan Pyrotechnics for 2022 fireworks display
- Budget amendments including water tank maintenance program funding
The Gulfport City Council approved a resolution authorizing contract negotiations for the operations and maintenance of the city's water, sewer, streets, drainage and other systems. The council also approved a $1,994,704.77 docket of claims and a bid for a trenchless pipe inspection project. A motion to uphold an appeal for a liquor store at 11594 Lorraine Road failed.
- Approved contract negotiations for operations and maintenance of water, sewer, streets, drainage systems (unanimous)
- Approved $1,994,704.77 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Awarded bid to SunCoast Infrastructure for trenchless pipe inspection, cleaning & repair (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Axon Enterprises for body-worn cameras (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of new fire apparatus (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendments #18-#22 (unanimous)
- Denied appeal for liquor store at 11594 Lorraine Road (1-6)
- Approved 2022 fireworks display with Artisan Pyrotechnics (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on two requests: a variance for lot size on Monroe St and a special exception for a day care at 55 51st St. The board will also adopt minutes from its October 21, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as prayer, pledge, and call to order.
- Variance 2110ZB161: lot size variance request by owner Kaleb Fredericks, tax parcel 0810E-02-104.000, Monroe St, zoned R-1-5 (Single-family), Ward 3
- Special Exception 2112SE181: day care use request by agent Ryan Goldin, tax parcel 0910B-04-025.000, 55 51st St, zoned R-1-7.5 (Single-family), Ward 4
- Adoption of minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a routine agenda of 19 items, including zoning map amendments, resubdivisions, final plats, general plans, and requests for home occupations. Two items were removed by administration, and several were previously tabled. The commission will also adopt minutes from the October 28, 2021 meeting.
- Zoning Map Amendment 2108PC128: Rezone from R-1-10 to T4+ at Preservation Dr, Ward 6
- Zoning Map Amendment 2109PC144: Rezone from T6 to T4+ at 157 Oleander Dr, Ward 2 (tabled)
- Resubdivision 2110PC157: Divide into 6 parcels at Dolphin Lane and Creel Cr., Ward 5
- Final Plat 2110PC168: 62-lot subdivision (Camden Court) at Dye Rd, Ward 7 (tabled)
- Special Exception 2112SE181: Day care use at 55 51st St, Ward 4
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will consider a wide-ranging agenda including rezoning requests, salary ordinances, resolutions for the Forest Heights Levee Project, and allocations of ARPA funds and bond proceeds. The meeting also includes several routine items such as minutes approval, code enforcement hearings, and budget amendments.
- Rezoning at 2137 E Pass Rd from R-2 to B-1
- Ordinance to reduce salaries for positions over $60,000 upon vacancy
- Resolution approving ARPA funds for water and sewer infrastructure
- Resolution for Forest Heights Levee Project partnership and funding
- Resolution approving concessions agreements at Gulfport Sportsplex and Goldin Sports Complex
The Gulfport City Council approved a $1,984,857.04 docket of claims and adopted multiple ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning at 2137 E Pass Rd and South Swan Road, a public event permit ordinance, and salary ordinances for several positions. The council also approved resolutions for the Forest Heights Levee Project, including a local match and a partnership agreement with the Army, and allocated ARPA and MIMA bond funds for paving and water/sewer improvements. Items 11, 37, 44, and 82 were deleted from the agenda, and the council authorized legal action to vacate a 1995 easement involving Old Taylor Place.
- Approved $1,984,857.04 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3091 rezoning 2137 E Pass Rd from R-2 to B-1 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3092 rezoning South Swan Road from R-1-15 to R-1-10 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3093 establishing Public Event Permit procedures (unanimous)
- Approved resolutions for Forest Heights Levee Project, including local match and Army partnership (unanimous)
- Approved ARPA and MIMA bond fund allocations for paving and water/sewer projects (unanimous, with one nay on MIMA resolution)
- Authorized legal action to vacate 1995 easement at Old Taylor Place (5-2)
- Deleted agenda items 11, 37, 44, and 82
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
General
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to consider several policy items, including an order related to the upcoming regular meeting and resolutions to reconfirm and extend states of emergency due to COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida. The council will also approve a docket of claims through November 3, 2021, and may enter executive session before adjourning.
- Order related to November 2, 2021 Regular Meeting
- Resolution extending COVID-19 state of emergency
- Resolution extending Hurricane Zeta state of emergency
- Resolution extending Hurricane Ida state of emergency
- Docket of Claims to be approved through November 3, 2021
The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting and unanimously approved all agenda items. This included extending three states of emergency (COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida), approving a docket of claims totaling $3,038,814.45, and authorizing a $71,760 settlement with Gulf Breeze Properties II, LLC for the Landon Road Widening Project. The council also entered executive session to discuss litigation but took no official action during that session.
- Approved order related to November 2, 2021 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
- Extended COVID-19 State of Emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Zeta State of Emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Ida State of Emergency (unanimous)
- Approved Docket of Claims in the amount of $3,038,814.45 (unanimous)
- Authorized $71,760 settlement with Gulf Breeze Properties II, LLC for Landon Road Widening Project (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission is meeting to hear routine land-use cases, including a home occupation request, a duplex request, a general plan for a 43-lot subdivision, a resubdivision, and several final plats. Several items have been tabled to the November 18, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes standard procedural items like prayer, pledge, and minutes approval.
- General Plan 2110PC165: 43-lot subdivision (Florence Gardens Phase X) on Music St., zoned R-1-7.5, Ward 6
- Resubdivision 2110PC166: Divide parcel into 2 at 13558 John Clark Rd, zoned R-1-15, Ward 7
- Home occupation 2110PC153: one-chair hair salon at 1700 61st Ave, zoned R-1-7.5, Ward 1 (tabled)
- Duplex request 2110ZB160 on Monroe St, zoned R-1-5, Ward 3 (tabled)
- Final Plat 2110PC167: 19-lot subdivision (Gulfview Villas) on E Beach Blvd, zoned T5, Ward 2 (tabled)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to hear four variance requests from property owners. These include requests for front and side yard setback variances, an accessory building location variance, a lot size variance, and a fence height variance. The board will also adopt minutes from its September 16, 2021 meeting and confirm the agenda.
- Variance 2110ZB154: front/side yard setbacks and accessory building location, 2605 W Stevens Cir, R-1-10, Ward 6
- Variance 2110ZB156: setbacks, 12108 Michael Grace Dr, R-1-15, Ward 6
- Variance 2110ZB161: lot size, Monroe St, R-1-5, Ward 3
- Variance 2109ZB140: fence height, 2331 Curcor Dr, T4L, Ward 2 (tabled from Sept. 16 meeting)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to approve minutes, ratify appointments, and vote on a series of resolutions including contracts, grants, and code enforcement actions. Items include pond maintenance, legal services, grant acceptances, and donations to local organizations.
- Code enforcement hearing on unclean properties authorizing bids for clean-ups/demolitions
- Agreement with Estate Services, Inc. for pond maintenance at Francis Collins Park
- Professional services contract with Danny Meadors
- Acceptance of Public Trust Tidelands Grants for Bernard Bayou James Hill Park and Courthouse Road Boat Launch
- Donations to CASA, Harrison County Library System, American Red Cross, and other groups
The Gulfport City Council unanimously approved all agenda items, including budget amendments transferring MIMA bond funds for paving and up to $3 million in ARPA funds for water/sewer projects on specified streets. The council also approved a $1.67 million docket of claims, ratified the appointment of Fire Chief Billy J. Kelley to the 911 Commission, and authorized legal action to recover damages from a September 8 vehicle incident. Item 7, a temporary beer registration for the Harbor Lights Festival, was deleted at the administration's request.
- Approved Budget Amendment #5 transferring MIMA bond funds for paving to Public Works Capital Paving Project (unanimous)
- Approved Budget Amendment #6 allocating up to $3M ARPA funds for water/sewer projects on listed streets (unanimous)
- Approved Docket of Claims totaling $1,671,590.69 (unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of Fire Chief Billy J. Kelley to Harrison County 911 Commission (unanimous)
- Approved code enforcement resolution for lot clean-ups and demolitions (unanimous)
- Approved pond maintenance contract with Estate Management Services for Francis Collins Park (unanimous)
- Approved professional services contract with Danny Meadors (unanimous)
- Authorized legal action against Luther Jones for damage to city property on September 8, 2021 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including approving a resolution to retain Hancock Whitney Bank as trustee for $45.85M in bonds, code enforcement actions, a variance request, and several resolutions. They will also discuss a Southern Rail Commission grant and consider budget amendments and a docket of claims.
- Resolution to retain Hancock Whitney Bank as Indenture Trustee for $45.85M Mississippi Development Bank Special Obligation Bonds (Series 2021)
- Code enforcement hearing on properties declared a menace to public health, safety, and welfare
- Variance approval for accessory structure size and height at 482 Springwood Court (Case #2108ZB125, Ward 4)
- Resolution approving Business Fiber Services Agreement with Sparklight for fiber services at Leisure Services Administration Building
- Discussion on Southern Rail Commission Grant Funding from the Federal Railroad Administration
The Gulfport City Council approved several resolutions, including retaining Hancock Whitney Bank as indenture trustee for $45.85M in bonds, extending states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida, and approving a $564,557.89 docket of claims. A variance for an accessory structure at 482 Springwood Court was approved with conditions. The council also authorized legal action to recover $5,381.29 in damages from an August 19 incident and approved final payment for the Orange Grove Community Center roof project.
- Approved Hancock Whitney Bank as indenture trustee for $45.85M bonds (unanimous, Flowers recused)
- Approved variance at 482 Springwood Court with exterior harmony condition (4-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved $564,557.89 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Extended COVID-19 state of emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Zeta state of emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Ida state of emergency (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuit against Keon Warnsley for $5,381.29 in property damages (unanimous)
- Approved final payment for Orange Grove Community Center roof project (5-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a routine agenda of 11 cases, including zoning map amendments, special exceptions, resubdivisions, and a general plan approval. One zoning amendment (2109PC144) has been tabled to the October 28, 2021 meeting. The meeting opens with prayer, pledge, and adoption of the August 26, 2021 minutes.
- Rezone 2137 E Pass Rd from R-2 to B-1 (Zoning Map Amendment 2108PC129)
- Liquor sales request at 11594 Lorraine Rd (Special Exception 2109SE137)
- Mobile home use request at 8176 Mississippi Avenue (Approval 2109PC138)
- 28-lot Forest Ridge Subdivision general plan on O'Neal Road (2109PC147)
- Rezone 15201 S Swan Rd from R-1-15 to R-1-10 (2109PC148)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including property tax exemptions for two redevelopment projects, a code enforcement hearing on unclean properties, and several resolutions for contracts and grants. The agenda also includes budget amendments, a docket of claims, and routine items such as bid awards and event permits.
- Code enforcement hearing on properties declared a menace to public health, safety, and welfare
- Tax exemptions for new structures at 914 38th Avenue and 3718 9th Street
- Resolution approving Memorial Hospital at Gulfport's FY 2022 budget
- Resolution approving use of 2017 bond proceeds for Aquarium Project construction
- Resolution approving award to ServiceMaster Professional Services for janitorial services
The Gulfport City Council approved a $27,000 settlement from the city's claims contingency fund to resolve all lawsuits and claims filed by Brianette Hulede against the city and employee Donald Galster, including a case in Harrison County Circuit Court. The council also authorized terminating dockage agreements with four tenants who failed to evacuate their vessels before Hurricane Ida, and pursuing Donnie Hudson for damage to harbor infrastructure. All other agenda items, including resolutions, ordinances, and budget amendments, were approved unanimously.
- Approved $27,000 settlement to Brianette Hulede to resolve all lawsuits and claims against the city and employee Donald Galster, with dismissal with prejudice.
- Authorized termination of vessel dockage agreements with Donnie Hudson, Christine McGovern, Chris Witherspoon, and Michael Singleton for failing to evacuate before Hurricane Ida.
- Authorized pursuing Donnie Hudson for damage to harbor/marina infrastructure caused by his vessel's failure to evacuate.
- Approved Ordinance 3087 amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance definitions and supplementary regulations.
- Approved Ordinance 3088 setting salary compensation for a city position.
- Approved tax exemptions for new structures at 914 38th Avenue and 3718 9th Street in the redevelopment district.
- Approved Memorial Hospital at Gulfport's FY 2022 budget.
- Approved use of remaining 2017 bond proceeds for the Aquarium Project (5-1, Flowers nay).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting with a single policy item: adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2022. This is the only substantive action on the agenda, with no other business listed.
- Resolution adopting the City of Gulfport Fiscal Year 2022 budget
The Gulfport City Council met in special session and unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, as amended. The amendment, suggested by Mayor Billy Hewes, changed the Sales Tax Revenue projection to $25,320,000, bringing total revenue to $63,492,348. The council also entered closed and executive sessions for personnel discussion, but no official action was taken in either. The meeting was adjourned until September 21, 2021 at 1:30 P.M.
- Declared a special call meeting and appended the notice as Exhibit A (unanimous).
- Entered closed session to determine necessity for executive session (5-2 vote, Casey and Sharp dissenting).
- Exited closed session with no official action taken (unanimous).
- Entered executive session to discuss personnel job performance (unanimous).
- Exited executive session with no official action taken (unanimous).
- Adopted the FY2022 budget as amended, with sales tax revenue set at $25,320,000 and total revenue at $63,492,348 (unanimous).
- Adjourned until September 21, 2021 at 1:30 P.M. for a regular meeting (unanimous).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on four cases: two fence height variances, one side setback variance, and one special exception for liquor sales. The board will also adopt minutes from the August 19 meeting and confirm the agenda.
- Variance 2106ZB099: side setback at 14663 Dawn Cv, owners Jason & Deidre Bunn
- Special Exception 2109SE137: liquor sales at 11594 Lorraine Rd, agents Surjit Singh and Darshan Kaur
- Variance 2109ZB140: fence height at 2331 Curcor Dr, owner Joseph McCormick Jr
- Variance 2109PC142: fence height at 2329 Curcor Dr, owner Lydia Webb
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting with a public hearing to present the mayor's proposed budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The council will also consider an ordinance fixing the municipal tax levy for the City of Gulfport and the Gulfport Municipal Separate School District for FY 2021-2022.
- Presentation of Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2022
- Ordinance fixing municipal tax levy for City of Gulfport and Gulfport Municipal Separate School District for FY 2021-2022
The Gulfport City Council held a public hearing on the Mayor's proposed FY 2022 budget and then unanimously adopted Ordinance 3086, which fixes the municipal tax levy for the City of Gulfport and the Gulfport Municipal Separate School District for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021. The meeting was an adjourned session from a special called meeting earlier that day. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted Ordinance 3086 fixing municipal tax levy for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
- Declared special called meeting and appended notice as Exhibit A (unanimous)
- Adjourned to September 21, 2021 regular council meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including code enforcement actions, a property subdivision, several ordinances, and numerous resolutions for contracts, grants, and expenditures. The agenda also includes budget amendments, a docket of claims, and routine approvals. The council will also vote on extending states of emergency related to COVID-19 and hurricanes Zeta and Ida.
- Code enforcement hearing on properties declared a menace to public health, safety, and welfare
- Certificate of Resubdivision to divide property on Seaway Road into three parcels zoned I-2 (Heavy industrial)
- Resolution approving contract with Warren Paving, Inc. for Community Development Block Grant Paving Project, Phase 1
- Resolution approving Annual Contract with ManagerPlus Solutions, LLC
- Resolution accepting ARPA/Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund grant award documents
The Gulfport City Council approved a $2,447,174.26 docket of claims and ratified the appointment of a new Fire Chief. The council also extended the local state of emergency due to COVID-19 for the 25th time and approved numerous resolutions, including support for repaving Anniston Avenue, accepting ARPA funds, and authorizing advertising expenditures for local events. A resolution for a business service agreement with Sparklight was tabled.
- Approved the Docket of Claims totaling $2,447,174.26.
- Ratified the appointment for Department Director (Fire Chief).
- Approved a resolution extending the COVID-19 state of emergency (Extension #25).
- Approved a resolution supporting Harrison County road repairs (re-paving) on Anniston Avenue.
- Approved a resolution accepting ARPA/Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund grant award documents.
- Approved a resolution for an amended BUILD Transportation grant agreement (passed 6-1, Councilmember Holmes-Hines voted no).
- Tabled a resolution for a Business Service Agreement with Sparklight for services at the Leisure Services Administration Building.
- Approved a resolution commending retiring Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the FY 2022 budget. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only item.
- Discussion of FY 2022 Budget
The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on September 7, 2021, to discuss the FY 2022 budget. The meeting was procedural, with no formal decisions made; it was adjourned to a later special meeting at 5:15 P.M. the same day.
- Declared a special call meeting (unanimous roll call vote)
- Adjourned to a special called meeting at 5:15 P.M. (unanimous roll call vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 items, including two zoning map amendments, two resubdivisions, two mobile home use requests, a day care special exception, and a general plan for a 58-lot subdivision. One item, a surface parking lot request, has been withdrawn by administration. The commission will also consider a zoning text amendment regarding accessory buildings.
- Zoning Map Amendment 2108PC127: Rezone from T3 to T4+ at Ford St, Ward 2
- Zoning Map Amendment 2108PC128: Rezone from R-1-10 to T4+ at Preservation Dr, Ward 6
- General Plan 2108PC134: 58-lot, 4-outparcel subdivision (Camden Court) on Dye Rd, Ward 7
- Special Exception 2107SE114: Day care use at 14491 Creosote Rd (tabled from July 22)
- Zoning Text Amendment 2109PC149: Amend definitions and supplementary regulations for accessory buildings
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on five variance requests, covering accessory structure setbacks, lot width, parking, and other zoning issues. The board will also adopt minutes from its July 15 meeting and confirm proof of publication. This is a routine meeting focused on individual property requests.
- Variance 2108ZB120: accessory structure setback at 504 Lipscomb Ct (R-1-7.5)
- Variance 2108ZB121: setbacks on Corporate Dr (I-3 Planned Industrial park)
- Variance 2108ZB125: accessory structure size and height at 482 Springwood Ct (R-1-7.5)
- Variance 2108ZB131: setbacks and lot width at 536 and 534 25th St (R-2)
- Variance 2108ZB136: parking, backing into right-of-way, landscape buffer fence height (B-1)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to approve minutes, code enforcement actions, and a salary ordinance, along with several resolutions including grant acceptances, emergency declarations, and a sub-lease for a cell tower. The agenda also includes budget amendments and a docket of claims, with a citizen forum for public input.
- Ordinance setting salary for a city position
- Resolution consenting to sub-lease with Dish Wireless at Milner Stadium Cell Tower
- Resolution accepting Alcohol and Drug Impaired Driving Grant (154AL-2021-ST-21-41)
- Resolution accepting NHTSA Police Traffic Services Grant (PT-2022-PT-21-41)
- Resolution extending State of Emergency for COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta
The Gulfport City Council approved a contract with Covington Civil and Environmental for Hurricane Zeta project management and engineering, extended both COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta states of emergency, and approved a $1,999,513.90 docket of claims. The council also authorized a $15,976.02 settlement for overdue water bills and approved a $25,000 payment to the IRS, among other routine items.
- Approved Hurricane Zeta engineering contract with Covington Civil and Environmental (unanimous)
- Extended COVID-19 state of emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Zeta state of emergency (unanimous)
- Approved $1,999,513.90 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Approved settlement of $15,976.02 for overdue water bills (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000 payment to IRS for Form 941 (unanimous)
- Approved two certificates of resubdivision (unanimous)
- Approved code enforcement hearing resolution for property cleanups (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to discuss procurement of a privatization contract and to consider a resolution approving an amendment to the existing contract with H2O Innovations, Inc. The agenda contains only these two policy items, with no other business listed.
- Discussion of procurement of privatization contract
- Resolution to approve amendment to contract with H2O Innovations, Inc.
The Gulfport City Council held a special call meeting on August 5, 2021, to discuss the procurement of a privatization contract for public works services. The council also unanimously approved an amendment to the contract with H2O Innovations, Inc. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Declared special call meeting (unanimous)
- Opened discussion on privatization contract procurement (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to H2O Innovations, Inc. contract (unanimous)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of resolutions, including amending a resolution for $85 million in general obligation restructuring bonds, approving law enforcement service agreements with two school districts, and accepting grant applications for housing and community development. The agenda also includes code enforcement hearings, budget amendments, and several routine items like bid awards and temporary street closures for community events.
- Resolution amending $85,000,000 General Obligation Restructuring Bonds
- Agreements with Gulfport School District and Harrison County School District for law enforcement reimbursement
- FY2020 and FY2021 grant applications for CDBG, CDBG-CV, HOME, and HOME-ARPA from HUD
- Code enforcement hearing on unclean properties and lot clean-ups/demolitions
- Budget amendments #83-#89 for vehicles, wireless data, BUILD Grant, traffic control, solid waste, repairs, and harbor fuel
The Gulfport City Council approved an amendment to its $85 million general obligation restructuring bond resolution, with Councilmember Flowers recused. It also ratified the City Clerk appointment, approved a code enforcement resolution for property clean-ups/demolitions, and authorized lawsuits against Luis Sanchez and Ryan Wall/Bank of the West over damages and unpaid harbor fees. All other resolutions, budget amendments, and the $871,640.68 docket of claims were approved unanimously.
- Approved amendment to $85M bond resolution (6-0, Flowers recused)
- Ratified Rashida Bell as City Clerk (6-1, Sharp nay)
- Approved code enforcement resolution for property clean-ups/demolitions (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuit against Luis Sanchez for police vehicle damages (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuit against Ryan Wall/Bank of the West for harbor fees (unanimous)
- Approved $871,640.68 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Approved 7 budget amendments #83-89 (unanimous, with some nays/abstentions)
- Approved 21 resolutions including school SRO agreements, grants, and street closures (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including several property rezonings and resubdivisions, a new Leisure and Recreation District, and an agreement for the 2021 Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival. The agenda also includes routine items like budget amendments, a docket of claims, and a citizen forum.
- Rezone 15215 Dedeaux Road from B-2 to I-1 (Case #2104PC071)
- Resubdivision at 5305 Courthouse Road into two parcels (Case #2106PC097)
- Resubdivision on Cowan Road and 3rd Street into two parcels (Case #2106PC101)
- Agreement with Mississippi Delta Shows, LLC for 2021 Harbor Lights Winter Festival
- Budget Amendment #81 transferring funds for VA/Centennial West Field Restoration
The Gulfport City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $2,231,461.17 and ratified the Election Commission for 2021-2025. It adopted ordinances including establishing a Leisure and Recreation District (4-2) and rezoning property at 15215 Dedeaux Road to light industry. After closed session, the council authorized filing suit against Coastal Properties Management for unpaid water/sewer bills, settling a workers' compensation lien for $49,118, and paying $25,000 to the EPA to resolve stormwater program violations.
- Approved Docket of Claims for $2,231,461.17 (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance establishing Leisure and Recreation District (4-2)
- Adopted ordinance rezoning 15215 Dedeaux Road from B-2 to I-1 (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuit against Coastal Properties Management for unpaid water/sewer bills (unanimous)
- Authorized $49,118 settlement for workers' comp lien against Kayla Rigsby/Liberty Mutual (unanimous)
- Authorized $25,000 payment to EPA for stormwater program violations (unanimous)
- Approved BancorpSouth lease-purchase financing for Public Works equipment (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Mississippi Delta Shows for 2021 Harbor Lights Winter Festival (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to hear 11 items, including appeals and variances for lot size, fence height, setbacks, and a special exception for a day care. Five items were moved from June due to lack of quorum. The board will also adopt minutes from the June 17 meeting.
- Warrant appeal 2106SC089 by Brenda Robertson for lot size/width at 601 Allendale Ave (T3 zone)
- Variance 2106ZB090 by Laurie Roods for fence height at 14665 S Country Wood Dr (R-1-15)
- Variance 2106ZB098 by Brookestone Gulf Coast LLC for setbacks on E Taylor Road (R-2)
- Special exception 2107SE114 by Lil' Tot's Day Care for day care use at 14491 Creosote Rd (B-2)
- Variance 2107ZB110 by Heinrich & Associates to back into right-of-way at 5912 28th St (B-2)
City Council
This is a special call meeting of the Gulfport City Council consisting solely of an executive session, followed by setting the next meeting date and adjournment. No public decisions, ordinances, or discussion items are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session held
The Gulfport City Council voted unanimously to accept the proposed reorganization plan in the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case, authorizing the mayor to submit the city's vote as an unsecured creditor. The council also approved one-year extensions on four grounds maintenance contracts, ending July 16, 2022. No official action was taken during the closed or executive sessions.
- Declared a special call meeting and approved the meeting notice as Exhibit A.
- Added Ground Maintenance Extension to the agenda.
- Approved one-year renewals on grass cutting and grounds maintenance contracts with Heavenly Touch Lawn Service, BJ's Landscaping & Lawn Care, Gulf Breeze Landscaping, LLC, and King's Sprinkler, ending 7/16/2022.
- Entered closed session at 4:13 PM and exited at 4:14 PM; no action taken.
- Entered executive session at 4:15 PM for litigation strategy regarding Purdue Pharma; exited at 4:32 PM; no action taken.
- Authorized the city to accept the Purdue Pharma reorganization plan and vote via E Ballot by July 14, 2021, 4:00 PM EST.
- Adjourned to July 20, 2021, at 1:30 PM for a regular council meeting.
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will consider several resolutions, including awarding contracts for debris removal and monitoring, authorizing land acquisition for the Landon Road Widening Project, and reconfirming states of emergency for COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta. The agenda also includes a code enforcement hearing, a subdivision request, and various routine items like bid awards and budget amendments.
- Resolution awarding contract to CrowderGulf, LLC for debris clearing, removal and disposal services
- Resolution approving agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for debris monitoring services
- Resolution authorizing negotiations to acquire right of way easements for Landon Road Widening Project
- Resolution reconfirming state of emergency due to COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta
- Ordinance establishing a Leisure and Recreation District within city boundaries
The Gulfport City Council elected Rusty Walker as Council President and Myles Sharp as Council Vice President, with Ella Holmes-Hines abstaining. The council ratified appointments for department directors, including the CAO, police chief, and fire chief, and approved a $1,025,086.03 docket of claims. Several resolutions were approved, including contracts for debris removal and monitoring, a fuel management maintenance agreement, and a lighting upgrade at Owen T. Palmer Park. Two ordinances were postponed, and a motion to rotate the president and vice president chair failed.
- Elected Rusty Walker as Council President (4-2, 1 abstention)
- Elected Myles Sharp as Council Vice President (4-2, 1 abstention)
- Ratified appointments for department directors including CAO, police chief, fire chief, and others (unanimous)
- Approved code enforcement resolution for lot clean-ups and demolitions, with parcel 5 demolition removed (unanimous)
- Approved certificate of resubdivision for W Beach Boulevard into seven parcels (unanimous)
- Approved $1,025,086.03 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for debris removal with CrowderGulf, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for debris monitoring with Tetra Tech, Inc. (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on eight items, including resubdivisions, home occupation requests, a mobile home use, and a general plan for a 16-lot subdivision. The meeting includes standard procedural items like prayer, pledge, and minutes approval.
- Resubdivision 2106PC091: Divide 601 Allendale Ave into two parcels (Hidden Treasures of MS LLC)
- Home occupation for mobile pet grooming at 2472 Tandy Dr (Rachel Kord)
- Home occupation for real estate business at 14465 Autumn Chase (Leigh LaCroix)
- Mobile home use at 13401 Dee Ave (Joshua McDaniel)
- General Plan for 16-lot subdivision (Plantation Oaks Phase Two) at Three Rivers Rd & Old Mossy Trl
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a rezoning on S Swan Road, multiple contracts and agreements, and to acknowledge receipt of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda includes code enforcement hearings, budget amendments, and various resolutions for approval.
- Rezoning from R-1-15 and B-4 to B-4 on S Swan Road (Case #2104PC075, Ward 7, with objection)
- Resolution approving Tax Increment Financing project area
- Resolution approving agreement with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College for employee training
- Resolution approving bid award for Lyman Community Center Repair Project
- Resolution acknowledging receipt of American Rescue Plan Act funds
The Gulfport City Council adopted Ordinance 3080, replacing Exhibit D of Ordinance 3047 to establish salaries for various city employees, after a motion to table failed. The council also approved a resolution designating a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project area, amended to include water bottom, and awarded bids for the Lyman Community Center repair project and a term contract for fuel with Eagle Energy, Inc. Several other resolutions were approved, including agreements with school districts for law enforcement reimbursement and a Ditch Piping Program, while items 13, 16, and 17 were deleted or tabled.
- Adopted Ordinance 3080 establishing salaries for various city employees (replacing Exhibit D of Ordinance 3047).
- Approved resolution for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project area, amended to include water bottom.
- Approved bid award and contract for the Lyman Community Center Repair Project.
- Awarded bid for 'Term Contract Fuel' to Eagle Energy, Inc.
- Approved Ditch Piping Program, with Councilmembers Holmes-Hines and Flowers voting nay.
- Approved reimbursement agreements for law enforcement services with Gulfport and Harrison County school districts.
- Approved three-month extensions to professional services agreements with Norman 'Pat' Pope and Jessica Urban.
- Approved Docket of Claims totaling $2,260,347.23.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on five cases, including four variance requests and one warrant appeal. The board will also adopt minutes from its May 20 meeting and confirm the agenda.
- Variance 2106ZB090: fence height variance at 14665 S Country Wood Dr (R-1-15, Ward 7)
- Variance 2106ZB094: setback variance at 2 Wheaton Cv (R-1-15, Ward 7)
- Variance 2106ZB098: setback variance for multiple parcels on E Taylor Road (R-2, Ward 5)
- Variance 2106ZB099: fence height and rear setback variance at 14663 Dawn Cv (R-1-10, Ward 7)
- Warrant Appeal 2106SC089: lot size and width appeal at 601 Allendale Ave (T3, Ward 2)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider several land-use items, including two resubdivisions and a rezoning, along with resolutions on emergency declarations, grants, and service agreements. The agenda also includes routine items like budget amendments, a docket of claims, and various reports.
- Certificate of Resubdivision at Thornton Avenue and 2nd Street into eight parcels (Case #2104PC052)
- Certificate of Resubdivision at Township Road and Phillips Drive into ten parcels (Case #2104PC068)
- Ordinance to rezone 15221 South Swan Road from R-1-15 to R-1-10 (Case #2104PC074)
- Resolution to extend COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta states of emergency
- Resolution to apply for Victims of Crime Act and Stop Violence Against Women Act grants
The Gulfport City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $4,075,915.78, adopted ordinances including one setting compensation for a city position, and extended states of emergency for COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta. It also approved several resolutions, including a supplemental agreement for the BUILD project, and tabled a request to convey the Willie Locke Community Center.
- Approved Docket of Claims in the amount of $4,075,915.78.
- Adopted Ordinance 3077 providing for salary compensation for a certain city position.
- Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Neel-Schaffer, Inc. for the BUILD project (6-1, Holmes-Hines dissenting).
- Extended the state of emergency due to COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta.
- Approved a resolution requesting the Gulfport School Board to convey the Willie Locke Community Center, but tabled it.
- Approved a resolution for the temporary closure of municipal right of way for the Ugly Tie Festival.
- Approved a resolution for a fee waiver for Memorial Hospital's GME Welcome Picnic.
- Failed to approve a fee waiver/refund for an Open Political Forum due to lack of motion.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on seven cases, including a resubdivision, a home occupation request, a general plan for a 24-lot subdivision, two tattoo parlor and mobile home use requests, and a zoning map amendment. The meeting also includes routine items like prayer, pledge, minutes approval, and appeal process declaration.
- Resubdivision 2105PC083: Divide 703 Alston Ave into 3 parcels (T3 zone)
- Home occupation for consulting services at 15196 Barbara Dr (R-1-10)
- General Plan for 24-lot, 4-outparcel Florence Gardens Phase IX on Alphabet Rd
- Tattoo parlor use at 9471 Three Rivers Rd (B-4 zone)
- Rezone 15215 Dedeaux Rd from B-2 to I-1
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to reconsider Ordinance 3074, which would rezone a tax parcel at Magnolia Street from T3 (Sub-Urban) and T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus") to entirely T4+. The item is in Ward 4 and is listed with an objection. No other policy items are on the agenda.
- Reconsideration of Ordinance 3074 to rezone a tax parcel at Magnolia Street to T4+ (Case # 2103PC046, Ward 4, with objection)
The City Council held a special call meeting and unanimously voted to reconsider Ordinance 3074, which rezones a tax parcel on Magnolia Street from T3 (Sub-Urban) and T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus") to entirely T4+. The council then unanimously adopted the substitute ordinance. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Declared special call meeting (unanimous)
- Reconsidered Ordinance 3074 (unanimous)
- Adopted substitute Ordinance 3074 to rezone Magnolia Street parcel to T4+ (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance requests: one for a property at 3204 B Ave and another at 630 Georgia St. A third variance request for a property on Jessica Cir has been withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and the appeal process declaration.
- Variance 2105ZB080: request for variances for backing into right-of-way, reduced parking, and paving at 3204 B Ave (B-2 zoning, Ward 4)
- Variance 2105ZB082: request for variances for accessory structure quantity and side setback at 630 Georgia St (R-2 zoning, Ward 3)
- Variance 2104ZB070: withdrawn by applicant (Jessica Cir, R-1-10 zoning, Ward 6)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including code enforcement hearings, rezoning requests, a 103-lot subdivision, and multiple contracts and agreements. The council will also vote on extending states of emergency related to COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta, and approve budget amendments and routine agenda items.
- Rezoning at 435 East Pass Road from R-2, B-1, B-2 to entirely B-2
- Rezoning at Magnolia Street from T3 and T4+ to entirely T4+ (with objection)
- Final plat for 103-lot Brookestone subdivision at East Taylor Road
- Resolution to convey Willie Locke Community Center to the city
- Budget amendments for Hurricane Zeta repairs and scrap metal sale
The Gulfport City Council approved a rezoning at Magnolia Street from T3/T4+ to entirely T4+ over objections from nearby residents, with Councilmember Pucheu recused. The council also approved a 103-lot Brookestone subdivision, a resubdivision at 3330 25th Avenue, and several ordinances and resolutions, including a $2,068,677.31 docket of claims. A resolution to convey the Willie Locke Community Center was postponed to June 10, 2021.
- Approved rezoning at Magnolia Street to T4+ (4-2, Pucheu recused)
- Approved final plat for 103-lot Brookestone subdivision at East Taylor Road (unanimous)
- Approved certificate of resubdivision at 3330 25th Avenue and 2400 34th Street (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3072 amending Section 6-377 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3073 rezoning 435 East Pass Road to B-2 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3075 updating employee salaries (unanimous)
- Approved docket of claims totaling $2,068,677.31 (unanimous)
- Postponed Willie Locke Community Center conveyance resolution to June 10, 2021 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Gulfport City Council unanimously approved a $2,138,444.81 docket of claims, extended both COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta states of emergency, and authorized the City Attorney to file lawsuits to recover damages to city property. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including agreements for debris removal, police mutual aid, and a vendor booth application for the Harbor Lights Winter Festival. No official action was taken during executive session, but afterward the council authorized emergency sewer repair work and legal actions.
- Approved $2,138,444.81 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Extended COVID-19 state of emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Zeta state of emergency (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuits against individuals for property damage (unanimous)
- Approved emergency sewer repair work with DNA Underground (unanimous)
- Approved mutual aid agreement with Naval Construction Battalion Center (unanimous)
- Approved CrowderGulf debris removal amendment (unanimous)
- Approved Juneteenth parade road closure (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will hold a code enforcement hearing on properties deemed public health menaces, consider two rezoning ordinances, and vote on an appeal of a denied liquor sales special exception. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for contracts, grants, and budget amendments, plus routine approvals of bids and claims.
- Appeal of denied special exception for liquor sales at 11594 Lorraine Road (Case #2102SE018)
- Rezoning at Phillips Drive from T5/T4+ to T4+ (Case #2102PC023)
- Rezoning at West Cedar Drive from T6 to T4+ (Case #2102PC024)
- Tax exemption for capital improvement at 1519 Hill Place
- Resolution awarding bid for Ready Mix Concrete (Term Contract Group E)
The Gulfport City Council approved a settlement with Jay Bearden Construction, Inc. for the Courthouse Road Improvements Project, paying $290,228.58 (including a $2,400 special check) in full and final settlement of all claims, contingent on Mississippi Department of Transportation approval. The council also approved a $2,798,763.63 docket of claims, renewed the city's property and liability insurance, and upheld a denial of a liquor sales special exception at 11594 Lorraine Road. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $290,228.58 settlement with Jay Bearden Construction (unanimous)
- Approved $2,798,763.63 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Renewed property and liability insurance, choosing Option 3 for workers' comp (unanimous)
- Upheld denial of liquor sales special exception at 11594 Lorraine Road (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3070 rezoning Phillips Drive parcel to T4+ (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3071 rezoning West Cedar Drive parcel to T4+ (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Term Contract Group E - Ready Mix Concrete (unanimous)
- Approved Machado Patano agreement for Gulfport Boat Launch Improvements (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. These include requests for setbacks, lot size, parking, and other zoning relief at specific properties. The board will also adopt minutes from its March 18 meeting and confirm the agenda.
- Variance 2103ZB048: Elliott Land Developments, LLC, requests variances for setbacks and lot size at 2nd St and Thornton Ave, zoned R-2 and R-B, Ward 2.
- Variance 2104ZB066: Beverly Britt requests variance for lot width and size at 1442 Georgia Place, zoned T4+, Ward 2.
- Variance 2104ZB069: James Overstreet requests reduced parking and backing into right-of-way at 104 Pass Rd, zoned B-2, Ward 4.
- Variance 2104ZB070: ALANT Construction requests setback variance at Jessica Cir, zoned R-1-10, Ward 6.
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will discuss the city's expected funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda also includes code enforcement hearings, property rezoning requests, and several resolutions for tax exemptions and contracts.
- Discussion of expected American Rescue Plan Act funding
- Rezoning at East Pass Road and East Oak Drive from T-3 to B-2
- Tax exemptions for properties at 406 East Beach Blvd., 4832 West Beach Blvd., and 537 Ruth Ave.
- Resolution requesting county support for road repairs on River Road Drive, Sunshine Lane, Sandy Hook Lane, Fisherman's Trail, Huckleberry Cove, and Danbury Cove
- Approval of Change Order #4 with Gulf Breeze Landscaping for Downtown Streetscape Improvements Project – Phase III
The Gulfport City Council awarded the U.S. Highway 49 at 18th Street Drainage Improvement Project contract to SCI, Inc. for $1,820,730.80, about 10% lower than the engineering estimate. The council also approved a $100,000 budget increase for the Lyman Community Center Repair Project, authorized negotiations to settle claims against Ryan Wall and Lashun Rew, and approved multiple resolutions including tax exemptions for properties on East Beach Blvd., West Beach Blvd., and Ruth Ave. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Myles Sharp absent for most items.
- Approved the agenda with adjustments: deleted item 6 and amended item 14's title.
- Approved a code enforcement resolution to declare properties a menace and authorize bids for clean-ups/demolitions.
- Approved two certificates of resubdivision: one at Marie Road (four parcels) and one at 1321 27th Avenue (two parcels).
- Accepted perpetual maintenance for Nine Water Subdivision and released the $7,900 maintenance bond.
- Adopted Ordinance 3069 to rezone parcels at East Pass Road and East Oak Drive from T3 to B-2.
- Approved three tax exemption orders for properties at 406 East Beach Blvd., 4832 West Beach Blvd., and 537 Ruth Ave.
- Approved resolutions for road repairs, LESO/SPO agreement, AXON field trial, Change Order #4 for Downtown Streetscape, and bid price hold time extension with SCI, Inc.
- Approved budget amendments #46-#53 and the docket of claims totaling $4,808,212.68.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on 17 items, including resubdivisions, zoning map amendments, special exceptions, general plans, final plats, and small cell tower requests. Two items were deferred from previous meetings, and one is deferred to April. The meeting is open to the public for comment.
- Resubdivision 2102PC019 by Smugglers Cove Investments, LLC, dividing two parcels on 40th Ave (deferred from February)
- Zoning Map Amendment 2103PC038 to rezone 435 E Pass Rd from R-2, B-1, and B-2 to entirely B-2
- General Plan 2103PC049 for 12-lot townhouse development (24th Avenue Townhomes) on 24th Ave
- Final Plat 2103PC050 for 103-lot Brookestone subdivision on E Taylor Rd
- Six small cell tower requests in city right-of-way on 42nd Ave, 13th St, Old Pass Rd, Broad Ave, Mills Ave, and 22nd Ave
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on seven items, including six variance requests and one special exception request. The board will also adopt minutes from its February 18, 2021 meeting and confirm the agenda. Public comment is invited, with speaker cards available.
- Variance 2103ZB033: front setback at 312 Tandy Dr (R-1-10, Ward 6)
- Variance 2103ZB034: front setback at 215 Kimberly Dr (R-1-10, Ward 6)
- Special Exception 2103SE036: day care use at Old Hwy 49 (R-O, Ward 7)
- Variance 2103ZB040: buffer areas at 1204 E Pass Rd (T4+, Ward 4)
- Variance 2103ZB043: wall sign location at 8980 Lorraine Rd (B-1, Ward 5)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to decide on a range of items, including a code enforcement hearing for property clean-ups, a tax exemption for a capital improvement, and several contracts and agreements. The agenda also includes budget amendments, grant applications, and routine approvals. This is a regular business meeting with multiple action items.
- Code enforcement hearing on properties declared a menace to public health, safety, and welfare
- Tax exemption for Carey W. Brannan's new structure at 208 Murphy Avenue, based on increased assessed value
- Free Port Warehouse License for Soprema, Inc. at 12251 Seaway Road for five years
- Lighting lease agreement with Mississippi Power for Jones Park
- Memorandum of Understanding with Harrison County School District for School Resource Officer reimbursement
The Gulfport City Council approved a code enforcement resolution authorizing bids for lot clean-ups and demolitions, a tax exemption for a new structure at 208 Murphy Avenue, and a free port warehouse license for Soprema, Inc. It also approved a lighting lease with Mississippi Power for Jones Park, a school resource officer agreement with Harrison County School District, and several other service and grant agreements. The council extended both the COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta states of emergency, approved six budget amendments, and a docket of claims totaling $2,416,427.82. All votes were unanimous except for one resolution (Neel-Schaffer addendum) which passed with one nay.
- Approved code enforcement resolution to declare properties a menace and authorize bids for clean-ups/demolitions
- Approved certificate of resubdivision for two parcels at Corporate Drive (Case 2103PC037)
- Accepted perpetual maintenance for Oak Shadows Subdivision and released surety bonds
- Adopted Ordinance 3068 establishing Resolution Board pay for 2021 elections
- Approved tax exemption for Carey W. Brannan's new structure at 208 Murphy Avenue
- Approved free port warehouse license for Soprema, Inc. for five years
- Approved lighting lease agreement with Mississippi Power for Jones Park
- Approved MOU with Harrison County School District for School Resource Officers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Gulfport City Council unanimously approved a TASER 7 agreement with Axon Enterprise, extended both the COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta states of emergency, and approved a certificate of substantial completion for the Hurricane Zeta debris removal project. The council denied a request to rezone 620 Moose Avenue from T3 to T4L, concurring with the Planning Commission. It also approved a $2,039,528.83 docket of claims and several other resolutions, including a road closure for filming of 'The Yacht' on March 8.
- Approved TASER 7 Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
- Denied rezoning request for 620 Moose Avenue (T3 to T4L), concurring with Planning Commission.
- Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Hurricane Zeta Debris Removal Project.
- Extended COVID-19 State of Emergency (Extension #16).
- Extended Hurricane Zeta State of Emergency (Extension #6).
- Approved Docket of Claims totaling $2,039,528.83.
- Approved temporary closure of municipal right of way for 'The Yacht' filming on March 8, 2021.
- Approved Supplemental Agreement #2 with JLB Contractors for Seaway Road Pedestrian Pathway Project (6-1, Holmes-Hines opposed).
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 items, including special exceptions for liquor sales, resubdivisions, zoning map amendments, a general plan for a 17-lot subdivision, and two small cell tower requests. The meeting will also include adoption of the January 28, 2021 minutes and a declaration of the appeal process. One item, Resubdivision 2102PC019, is tabled to the March meeting.
- Special Exception 2102SE018: liquor sales at 11594 Lorraine Rd (B-2, Ward 6)
- Zoning Map Amendment 2102PC022: rezone from T3 to B-2 at E Pass Rd & E Oak Dr (Ward 2)
- General Plan 2102PC028: 17-lot subdivision (Florence Gardens Phase VII) on Orchard St (Ward 6)
- Planning Commission Approval 2103PC031: small cell tower on 22nd Ave (Ward 2)
- Planning Commission Approval 2103PC032: small cell tower on 25th Ave (Ward 2)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to hear five routine cases: two variances for parking and property area, two special exceptions for liquor sales, and one variance for fence height. The board will also adopt minutes from its January 21, 2021 meeting and confirm the agenda. Public comment is open to all, with speaker cards required.
- Variance 2102ZB015: parking reduction and backing into right-of-way at 1600 30th Ave (Ward 2)
- Special Exception 2102SE018: liquor sales at 11594 Lorraine Rd (Ward 6)
- Variance 2102ZB025: property area variance on W Cedar Dr (Ward 2)
- Special Exception 2102SE026: liquor sales at 2079 E Pass Rd (Ward 2)
- Variance 2102ZB027: fence height at 16285 Greenglade Dr (Ward 7)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council approved a $3.59 million docket of claims and numerous resolutions, including raising the Hurricane Zeta debris removal line of credit from $8 million to $10 million. They also ratified an Election Commission appointment, approved a resubdivision on Glascock Drive, and adopted an ordinance establishing polling places for the 2021 municipal elections. Two resolutions passed with a dissenting vote from Councilmember Ella Holmes-Hines.
- Approved $3,589,604.05 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Amended Hurricane Zeta line of credit to $10M (unanimous)
- Ratified Stephanie Norris to Election Commission (unanimous)
- Approved resubdivision at Glascock Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 3067 establishing 2021 polling places (unanimous)
- Approved payroll consulting agreement with Shelia Casey (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
- Approved audit engagement with Mauldin & Jenkins (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
- Approved Hurricane Zeta professional services contract with LPK Architects (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including three property rezonings, multiple contracts for engineering and other services, budget amendments, and the extension of states of emergency related to COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and bids.
- Rezoning at 2214 Hewes Avenue from B-2 to R-B
- Rezoning at Old Lorraine Road from R-1-7.5 to B-1
- Rezoning at Red Oak Drive from R-2 to R-B
- Contract with Neel-Schaffer for BUILD Interconnecting Gulfport Project engineering
- Contract with Covington Civil for Debuys Road Pump Station Replacement
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The Gulfport City Council denied a rezoning request for a tax parcel at Lorraine Road and Hillcrest Road, voting 2-5 against changing it from single-family to residence-business. The council also approved two other rezoning requests, a code enforcement resolution, and multiple routine items including budget amendments, claims, and contracts. Several items were postponed to the February 2, 2021 meeting, including a budget stabilization fund ordinance and a rezoning at 2214 Hewes Avenue.
- Denied rezoning at Lorraine Road and Hillcrest Road from R-1-7.5 to R-B (2-5)
- Approved rezoning at 14104 Dedeaux Road from R-1-10 to B-2 (unanimous)
- Approved code enforcement resolution for lot clean-ups/demolitions, removing Parcel 4 (unanimous)
- Approved two certificates of resubdivision for properties on 39th Avenue and 2nd Street (unanimous)
- Postponed rezoning at 2214 Hewes Avenue to February 2, 2021 (unanimous)
- Postponed Budget Stabilization Fund ordinance to February 2, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved $2,812,488.42 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Approved resolution allocating remaining Aquarium bond proceeds to debt payment (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including code enforcement actions, a rezoning, ordinances for election poll worker pay and a finance director salary, and resolutions on infrastructure and emergency declarations. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, budget amendments, and bid awards.
- Code enforcement hearing on unclean properties and authorization for lot clean-ups/demolitions
- Rezoning at 2720 22nd Avenue to divide into two B-2 parcels (Case #2011PC152)
- Rezoning on Oleander Drive from T5 to T4+ (Case #2011PC147)
- Ordinance setting poll manager compensation for 2021 municipal elections
- Resolution to extend state of emergency for COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta
The Gulfport City Council approved a resolution to engage municipal advisory services for a Hurricane Zeta line of credit, along with several other resolutions, ordinances, and budget amendments. The council also authorized legal action to recover damages from five individuals for property damage, and extended states of emergency for COVID-19 and Hurricane Zeta.
- Approved engagement letter for Hurricane Zeta line of credit advisory services (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance rezoning Oleander Drive parcel from T5 to T4+ (unanimous)
- Approved $1,234,028.96 docket of claims (unanimous)
- Authorized lawsuits against five individuals for City property damage (unanimous)
- Extended COVID-19 state of emergency (unanimous)
- Extended Hurricane Zeta state of emergency (unanimous)
- Approved Addendum No. 1 with Neel-Schaffer for BUILD project (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
- Approved change in subcontractor for Neel-Schaffer roadway project (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)