Gulfport public meetings in 2024
37 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will meet to hear requests for variances from zoning rules, including parking and height modifications. The board will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting and confirm the agenda.
- Variance 2412ZB187: 7 parking spaces requested at 549 E Pass Road
- Variance 2412ZB191: 8-foot fence requested at 2315 Demaret Drive
- Variance 2412ZB194: Limestone parking surface requested at 14220 Hwy 49
- Variance 2412ZB197: 69-foot building height requested at 2400 Beach Drive
- Variance 2412ZB198: 142 parking spaces requested at 2400 Beach Drive
Planning Commission
The Gulfport Planning Commission will consider a five-lot subdivision on Bridge Street and a zoning map amendment for four Dedeaux Road parcels. The meeting will also adopt minutes from the November 21, 2024, session.
- Approval of 2412PC193: five lot zero-lot line subdivision at 1019 Bridge Street
- Recommendation for 2412PC189: zoning map amendment to B-2 (General Business) on Dedeaux Road
- Adoption of minutes from Planning Commission Meeting - November 21, 2024
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will consider adopting a new city flag, motto, and seal, along with ordinances to remove a permit manager position and regulate low-speed vehicles. The body will also approve a $75 million bond issuance for Memorial Hospital and award various road and construction contracts.
- Ordinance to regulate golf carts and low-speed vehicles on public streets
- Ordinance to remove 'Permit and Licensing Manager' position from salary schedule
- Resolution to adopt a new City flag, motto, and seal
- Resolution to authorize $75,000,000 in Hospital Revenue Refunding Bonds
- Resolution to award road materials and concrete contracts
Architectural Review Committee
The Gulfport Architectural Review Committee will meet to consider approval for two new freestanding ground signs. The committee will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting and hear appeals regarding its decisions.
- Consider approval for a new 28" by 10'-5" freestanding ground sign at 2992 W Beach Blvd
- Consider approval for a new freestanding ground sign at 14256 Dedeaux Rd
- Adopt minutes from a previous Architectural Review Committee meeting
- Hear appeals from aggrieved parties within 15 days of a committee decision
Special Call Meeting
The City Council will consider resolutions to approve pricing for the 2024 Harbor Lights Winter Festival and authorize advertising for the Mississippi Aquarium. The body will also vote on a budget amendment to increase funds for Leisure Services Advertising.
- Resolution to approve pricing for Harbor Lights Winter Festival
- Resolution to authorize advertising for Mississippi Aquarium
- Budget Amendment #26 to increase Leisure Services Advertising funds
City Council
The City Council will discuss the issuance of hospital revenue bonds for Memorial Hospital at Gulfport and a contract for the replacement of Ken Combs Pier. The body is also reviewing a zoning ordinance amendment and various service agreements.
- Proposed issuance of hospital revenue bonds up to $75,000,000 for Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
- Contract with Gulf Breeze Construction, Inc. for Replacement of Ken Combs Pier
- Recommendation to amend Zoning Ordinance (Case #2409PC135)
- Code Enforcement Hearing regarding property clean-ups and demolitions
- Acceptance of Brookstone Subdivision infrastructure for perpetual maintenance
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hear several requests for variances regarding parking, setbacks, and structure heights. The board will also consider a special exception request for a liquor store use.
- Special Exception 2411SE179: Liquor store use at 2005 30th Ave
- Variance 2411ZB168: 10 foot 6 inch fence height at 1505-1529 2nd Street
- Variance 2411ZB173 & 2411ZB174: Parking requirements and right-of-way access at 504 Pass Road
- Variance 2411ZB176 & 2411ZB177: Wall height (6 ft) and sign height (15 ft) on East Taylor Road
- Variance 2411ZB180 & 2411ZB181: Parking spaces and right-of-way access at 2540 23rd Street
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on several land-use approvals, including a 62-lot subdivision. The body will also provide recommendations to the City Council regarding zoning map and text amendments.
- General Plan 2411PC182: 62 lot subdivision with four outparcels at 1856 Beach Drive
- Special Exception 2411SE179: Liquor store use at 2005 30th Ave
- Approval 2411PC175: Convenience store use at 504 Pass Road
- Zoning Map Amendment 2409PC144: Rezone 9298 Lorriane Rd to R-O (Residence-Office)
- Zoning Map Amendment 2410PC159: Rezone 1045 Township Road to T4+ (General Urban Zone Plus)
City Council
The City Council will discuss three zoning amendments and the removal and salary adjustment of finance department positions. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and budget amendments for police, fire, and holiday events.
- Rezoning requests for 1804 33rd Avenue, 153 Markham Drive, and Oleander Drive
- Ordinance to remove Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting position and set salary for Director of Finance and Accounting
- Agreement with Kansas City Southern Railway Company for Crossing Extension at Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
- Contracts with Swetman Security Service, Inc. and GPT SFM, LLC
- Code Enforcement Hearing regarding property clean-ups and demolitions
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee is meeting to review several applications for new signage. The committee will decide on the approval of subdivision and freestanding ground signs at various locations across the city.
- New subdivision sign at E. Taylor Road (2411ARC046)
- New freestanding ground sign at 3084 46th Avenue (2411ARC047)
- New freestanding ground sign at 2314 Jones Street (2411ARC048)
- New freestanding ground sign at 4898 Washington Avenue (2411ARC049)
- New freestanding ground signs at 1310 42nd Avenue, 12186 Hwy 49, 12502 Dedeaux Road, and 12515 Hwy 49
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will consider approving up to $75 million in hospital revenue bonds, finalizing budget amendments, and amending zoning ordinances for specific properties.
- Resolution to issue up to $75M in Memorial Hospital bonds
- Amending zoning ordinance to remove duties from Planning Director
- Rezoning 9298 Old Lorraine Road to R-O (Residence-Office)
- Approving Gulf Grove Subdivision plat on Cowan Road
- Approving Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence grant expenditure
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on two use approvals and provide recommendations on four zoning map amendments. These items involve requests for church, warehouse, and business uses across various wards.
- Approval 2410PC150: Church use at 12100 Hwy 49 Ste 318
- Approval 2410PC151: Cabinet distribution and warehouse use at 2001 E Pass Rd
- Amendment 2410PC159: Rezone 1045 Township Road to T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus")
- Amendment 2410PC160: Rezone 153 Markham Drive to T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus")
- Amendment 2410PC162: Rezone 1804 33rd Ave to B-1 (Neighborhood Business)
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding the operation of low-speed vehicles and several infrastructure projects. The meeting includes votes on contracts for electrical services and road widening, as well as grant agreements for city improvements.
- Ordinance adding Article XXII 'Operation of Low-Speed Vehicles' to the Code of Ordinances
- Memorandum of Agreement for the Washington Avenue Widening Project
- Contract with Weaver Electric, Inc. for Electrical Services Unit Price Project
- Grant Agreement with Mississippi Development Authority for Forest Heights Improvements Project
- Activation of Seaway Road Pedestrian Pathway Project - Phase II
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hear requests for parking variances. These include requests to allow vehicles to pull or back out into the city right of way.
- Variance 2409ZB139: Parking pulling into city right of way at 3320 C Ave
- Variance 2410ZB164: Parking backing out into city right of way at 1235 Pass Rd
- Variance 2410ZB165: Parking backing out into city right of way at 4540 W Railroad Street
- Variance 2410ZB161: Request for zero parking spaces at 14035 Airport Road (Withdrawn)
Architectural Review Committee
The Gulfport Architectural Review Committee will review a request for a new freestanding ground sign at 14165 Dedeaux Road and a request to deviate from landscaping requirements at 1010 Cowan Rd. The committee will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting.
- Review request for new freestanding ground sign at 14165 Dedeaux Road
- Request to deviate from landscaping requirements at 1010 Cowan Rd
- Postponed permit request for deviation from landscaping requirements
- Adoption of Architectural Review Committee minutes
- Public comment period available for aggrieved parties
City Council
The City Council will consider a large series of ordinances to establish or regrade salaries for various city positions. The body will also review zoning recommendations and several construction and service contracts.
- Rezoning requests for Stewart Road and East Pass Road
- Construction contracts for Citywide Lift Station Improvements, Captain Fred Urie Pier replacement, and MCWI North Gulfport Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Multi-year use agreement with Cruisin' the Coast, Inc. for Jones Park (2025-2027)
- Preliminary engineering contract for Airport Road Extension and Roundabout Project
- Code enforcement hearing regarding property clean-ups and demolitions
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on several land use approvals, including a 41-lot subdivision and a daycare use. The body will also make recommendations to the City Council regarding zoning text and map amendments.
- Approval for a 41-lot subdivision (Oak Landing, Phase 2) on Ollie Road
- Special Exception for daycare use at 2301 31st Street
- Approval for a 23-lot subdivision with one outparcel on Three Rivers Rd
- Zoning Text Amendment to delete the 6-foot maximum side yard setback in Appendix D
- Zoning Map Amendment to rezone 9298 Lorriane Rd to R-O (Residence-Office)
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee is meeting to consider applications for new freestanding ground signs and a request to deviate from landscaping requirements. One permit application has been postponed to October.
- New freestanding ground sign at 13111 Three Rivers Road (2409ARC040)
- New freestanding ground sign at 1104 Broad Ave (2409ARC043)
- New freestanding ground sign at 11485 Dedeaux Rd (2409ARC044)
- Mississippi Power request to deviate from landscape requirements at 2992 West Beach Blvd (2409ARC041)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will consider several requests for variances regarding setbacks, parking, and accessory structures. The board will also review a special exception request for a daycare use.
- Special Exception 2409SE140: daycare use at 2301 31st Street
- Variance 2408ZB113 & 2408ZB114: parking requests at 512 Pass Road
- Variance 2409ZB137: 840 sq ft accessory structure at 15408 Woody Drive
- Variance 2409ZB138: additional wall sign at 1201 Washington Ave
- Variance 2409ZB141 & 2409ZB142: 16-foot-tall and 1600 sq ft accessory structures at 11172 Creel Circle
City Council
The City Council will conduct a hearing regarding the vacancy of an elected official's office and a code enforcement hearing on property demolitions. The body is also considering several changes to the city's salary grade schedule and municipal election coordination.
- Hearing on whether an elected official has vacated their office under Miss. Code Ann. § 21-8-7
- Ordinances to remove Building Official, Plan Review Technician, and two Inspector/Plans Reviewer positions from the Salary Grade Schedule
- Pipeline Crossing Contract with Kansas City Southern Railway Company for the BUILD Interconnecting Gulfport Project
- Change Order No. 1 for the Ken Combs Boat Launch Dredging Project with Blue Diving & Salvage, LLC
- Budget Amendment #119 to appropriate FY 2024 General Fund net surplus to capital outlay
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will meet to consider applications for new freestanding ground signs. The body will also review two requests to deviate from city landscaping requirements.
- New freestanding ground sign request: 13111 Three Rivers Road
- New freestanding ground sign request: 1104 Broad Ave
- New freestanding ground sign request: 11485 Dedeaux Rd
- Landscape requirement deviation request: West Beach Blvd (Mississippi Power)
- Landscaping and landscaped island deviation request: Tax Parcel 1010F-02-034.001
Special Call Meeting
The City Council is holding a special call meeting to conduct a workshop on the Mayor's proposed budget. The body will then consider a resolution to approve and adopt the budget for the fiscal year ending 2025.
- Workshop on the Mayor's proposed Budget for Fiscal Year October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025
- Resolution to approve and adopt the Budget for Fiscal Year Ending 2025
City Council
The Gulfport City Council will consider the Mayor's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025, approve minutes from previous meetings, and authorize various contracts and resolutions including the Landon Road Widening Project and the Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival.
- Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
- Resolution approving Construction Contract with T.L. Wallace Construction, Inc. for Landon Road Widening Project
- Resolution approving Service Agreements with Turf Masters Lawn Care, Inc. for Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival
- Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement with Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, Inc. for Domestic Violence Victims Advocate Services
- Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement with Thomas 'Tom' Johnson as a Domestic Violence Investigator
Special Call Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather input on the taxing and spending plan for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The body will also consider an ordinance to fix municipal tax levies for the city and the Gulfport Municipal Separate School District for 2024-2025.
- Public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2025
- Ordinance fixing Municipal Tax levies for the City of Gulfport and Gulfport Municipal Separate School District (FY 2024-2025)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on use approvals for a convenience store and auto repair shop, as well as a 25-lot small-house development. The body will also recommend actions on zoning map amendments and changes to the city's zoning text.
- Approval for convenience store use at 11268 Lorraine Road
- Approval for automobile and truck body repair shop on Dedeaux Road
- General Plan for a 25-lot small-house development in Ward 7
- Rezoning request for Stewart Road to R-1-10 (Single-family)
- Rezoning request for 1526, 1542, and 1548 East Pass Road to T-6 (Urban Core Zone)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a temporary moratorium on medical cannabis dispensaries and several zoning changes. The body is also reviewing contracts for the Harbor Lights Winter Festival and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will consider reallocating CDBG and HOME Entitlement funding from 2018-2024.
- Ordinance adopting a temporary moratorium on Medical Cannabis Dispensaries
- Rezoning requests for 124 Palmetto Lane, Creel Circle, 711 43rd Avenue, and 665 E Pass Road
- Contract with Suncoast Infrastructure, Inc. for MIMA - Paving Infrastructure Project
- Contract with Mississippi Delta Shows, LLC for the 2024 Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival
- Reallocation of CDBG and HOME Entitlement funding (2018-2024) with approximately half to Ward 3
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will review nine variance requests. These requests seek exceptions to city codes regarding parking requirements, yard setbacks, fence height, and signage.
- Variance 2408ZB113 & 2408ZB114: Parking and right-of-way requests for 512 Pass Road
- Variance 2408ZB116 & 2408ZB117: Front and side yard setback requests for 200 E Railroad Street
- Variance 2408ZB120: Request for 7-foot chain-link fence at 2201 17th Street
- Variance 2408ZB122 & 2408ZB124: Signage requests for 15142 Dedeaux Road and 11252 Lorraine Road
- Variance 2408ZB126: Request for 10 parking spaces instead of 18 on Dedeaux Road
Special Call Meeting
The Gulfport City Council will convene a special call meeting to adopt the 2024 Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnerships Program funds. The meeting will also set the date for the next council session.
- Adoption of 2024 HUD Action Plan
- Setting of next meeting date
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee is meeting to hear cases regarding building permits and signage. The body will review requests for metal siding and a master plan for improvements.
- Case 2408ARC037: Metal siding for accessory structure at 15408 Woody Drive
- Case 2408ARC038: Metal siding and landscaping requirement deviation at 14035 Airport Road
- Case 2408ARC039: St. James Master Plan for improvement stage at 366 Cowan Rd and 2005-2009 St. James Blvd
City Council
The City Council will review three zoning ordinance amendments and several infrastructure contracts, including a sewer pump station project. The body is also deciding on budget amendments and the extension of emergency declarations for Hurricanes Zeta and Ida.
- Rezoning requests for 1907 24th Avenue, 29th Street, and 2007-2009 St. James Boulevard
- Construction contract with Southern Colonial Construction, LLC for Debuys Road Sewer Pump Station
- Agreement with Gulfport and Harrison County School Districts for School Resource Officer reimbursement
- Ordinance regarding salary compensation for the Clerk of Council position
- Budget Amendment #106 to fund Volkert Inc. for Landon Road Widening
Special Call Meeting
The City Council is holding a special call meeting to consider one ordinance. This ordinance concerns the designation of voting precincts and polling places for the 2025 Quadrennial Municipal Elections and future elections.
- Ordinance establishing Voting Precincts and Polling Places for 2025 Municipal Elections
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide on several land-use approvals and provide recommendations for four zoning map amendments. The body is reviewing requests for a medical cannabis dispensary, a trade school, and a daiquiri shop.
- Approval for medical cannabis dispensary at 2709 25th Ave units E&F
- Special Exception for to-go Daiquiri shop at 13211 Dedeaux Rd
- Approval for trade school at 15095 Dedeaux Road
- Rezoning request for 124 Palmetto Lane to T4+ (General Urban Zone 'Plus')
- Rezoning request for 665 E Pass Road to T6 (Urban Core Zone)
Special Call Meeting
The City Council is meeting to reconsider a resolution and budget amendment regarding the operation and maintenance of the Gulfport and Goldin Sportsplex facilities. The body will also consider a lease agreement with John Deere Financial for the Leisure Services Department.
- Reconsideration of Resolution for Amendment No. 1 to agreement with GPT SFM, LLC for Gulfport and Goldin Sportsplex facilities
- Resolution for Lease Agreement with John Deere Financial for Leisure Services Department
- Reconsideration of Budget Amendment #100 to increase Leisure Services Contractual line item for GPT SFM, LLC
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will review several requests for variances regarding fence heights, setbacks, and structure sizes. The board will also consider a special exception for a new business operation.
- Special Exception 2407SE096 for a to-go Daiquiri shop at 13211 Dedeaux Rd
- Variance 2406ZB085 for a 2400 sq ft accessory structure at 12146 Dedeaux Road
- Variance 2407ZB098 for a 6-foot fence at 621 3rd Street
- Variances 2407ZB101 and 2407ZB102 for fence height and columns at 10785 East Taylor Road
- Variances 2407ZB105, 2407ZB106, and 2407ZB107 for yard setbacks at 1610 Pratt Ave
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding municipal voting precincts for 2025 and salary updates for the Fire Department and other positions. The body will also review several contracts for emergency recovery and public safety equipment.
- Ordinance establishing Voting Precincts and Polling Places for 2025 Municipal Elections
- Purchase agreement with Sunbelt Fire, Inc. for three Fire Apparatuses
- Agreement modifications with Neel-Schaffer, Inc. and Covington Civil and Environmental, LLC for recovery projects
- Code Enforcement Hearing regarding property clean-ups and demolitions
- Legal notice for the reconstruction of Landon Road from Coleman Road to US Highway 49
Special Call Meeting
The City Council will consider a variance appeal for a fence height at two Olive Avenue properties. The body will also review a contract amendment and budget increases for the operation and maintenance of the Gulfport and Goldin Sportsplex facilities.
- Variance appeal for 8-foot fence at 1524 & 1526 Olive Avenue (Case #2404ZB042)
- Amendment No. 1 to agreement with GPT SFM, LLC for Gulfport and Goldin Sportsplex facilities
- Budget Amendment #100 for Leisure Services Contractual line item
- Budget Amendment #101 for Sportsplex Facilities Capital Improvements
Architectural Review Committee
The Architectural Review Committee will consider a request for a new freestanding ground sign at 12372 Hwy 49. The committee will also review the minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting.
- New freestanding ground sign application (Case 2407ARC036) for 12372 Hwy 49
- Adoption of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes