Hancock County public meetings in 2024

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request by King Construction and Environmental Services LLC to increase the height of a rubbish‑disposal structure from 45 ft to 75 ft at 8100 Bayou LaCroix Rd., currently zoned A‑1B. The commission will also consider several mini‑subdivision applications that propose to split or combine agricultural parcels in Kiln, Pass Christian, and Bay St. Louis. All items are listed on the agenda for decision or discussion.

• App# 793 – Variance: height increase from 45 ft to 75 ft for rubbish disposal at 8100 Bayou LaCroix Rd. (parcel 128‑0‑28‑006.000), zoned A‑1B.
• App# 798 – Mini subdivision: divide 32‑acre parcel at 25021 Loren Ladner Rd., Kiln (parcel 052‑0‑10‑026.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 799 – Mini subdivision: divide 11‑acre portion of a ~52‑acre parcel at 18366 Runnymede Rd., Pass Christian (parcel 066‑0‑13‑016.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 801 – Mini subdivision: divide 83‑acre parcel on Hwy 603 between Hoda Rd and Rd 357, Kiln (parcel 054‑0‑18‑017.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 804 – Mini subdivision: combine three parcels totaling 27 acres off Kiln Delisle Rd. at Brave Harbor Dr., Kiln (parcels 066‑0‑23‑022.001, 066‑0‑23‑022.000, 066‑0‑23‑019.000), zoned A‑1.

The Hancock County Planning Commission approved a temporary variance allowing King Construction and Environmental Services LLC to increase landfill height from 45 ft to 75 ft at 8100 Bayou Lacroix Rd, Bay St. Louis, to continue operations while awaiting MDEQ permits. The commission also recommended approval of seven mini subdivisions, each with conditions including filing an affidavit of subdivision and certified survey. All decisions were unanimous, with some abstentions.

• Approved temporary variance for landfill height increase to 75 ft (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Robert & Felia Georges (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Jonathan & Chasity Rush (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (8-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (83-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (40-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of parcel combination for Tellus 5X LLC (27 acres into 2 parcels) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Trenton Ladner (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on several financial items, including a $1,823,133.00 increase to the ARPA obligation for the Texas Flat Road Reconstruction project. The meeting also includes approval of Port & Harbor Commission claims totaling $488,045.11 and a two‑year lease with National Oceans and Applications Research Center for $14,910.72 annually. Additional items cover bid openings for county supplies, personnel hires, and equipment purchases.

• Motion to amend the ARPA obligation for Texas Flat Road Reconstruction to $1,823,133.00
• Acceptance of Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241209-01 for $488,045.11 in claims
• Lease agreement with National Oceans and Applications Research Center for $14,910.72 per year
• Purchase of ammunition from Precision Delta for $14,442.30 for the Sheriff's Department
• Hiring of Regina Rogers as a full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a wide range of items, including amending the MOU with the County Administrator to meet the December 31, 2024 ARPA expenditure deadline, accepting several roads into the county registry, and authorizing multiple purchases and personnel actions. All votes were unanimous, with one recusal on a poll worker payment item.

• Approved amendment to MOU with County Administrator for ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Accepted Lazy Oaks Trail, Lazy Oaks Way, Mo's Road, and Honey's Lane for county maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $55,385 purchase of 2024 Ford F150 for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved $14,442.30 ammunition purchase for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved $35,537.86 turnout gear purchase for Kiln Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $26,350 payment for poll workers in Nov. 26 runoff (unanimous, Dist. 2 recused)
• Approved lease agreement with NOARC for $14,910.72 annually (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Regina Rogers as dispatcher and Jason Mosca as dog technician (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board will meet to review financial statements and approve a payment docket. The board is also considering a rate adjustment for waste disposal based on the Consumer Price Index.

• Approval of docket dated December 9, 2024, in the amount of $353,703.38
• Proposed Waste Management CPI rate adjustment for disposal from $36.00 to $37.97
• Acceptance of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated November 21, 2024
• Execution of Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Planning Grant SWP065-M2

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority unanimously approved the December 9, 2024 docket totaling $353,703.38, accepted the November 21, 2024 financial statements, and spread on minutes a state planning grant. The board also accepted Waste Management of Mississippi's CPI rate adjustment for disposal (from $36.00 to $37.97, a 5.48% increase) and approved the November 2024 Waste Management invoice of $60,263.71. All votes were 7-0, with Director Mike Favre absent.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved docket of December 9, 2024 in amount of $353,703.38 (7-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated November 21, 2024 (7-0)
• Spread on minutes Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Planning Grant SWP065-M2 (7-0)
• Accepted Waste Management CPI rate adjustment for disposal from $36.00 to $37.97 (7-0)
• Approved Waste Management invoice for November 2024 in amount of $60,263.71 (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution from the Port & Harbor Commission for claims totaling $1,563,921.69. They will also consider motions to purchase 50 Glock service weapons for $6,300, authorize a $53,490 road resurfacing contract, and accept animal shelter donations of $5,000 and $250. Additional items include budget amendments, a $1,852,919.85 docket of claims, and updates on stormwater, insurance, and emergency management.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241125-01 for claims of $1,563,921.69
• Approve purchase of fifty Glock model 47 service weapons for $6,300
• Approve subcontractor request of $53,490 for resurfacing Lakeshore Road
• Accept animal shelter donations: $5,000 from Industrial Corrosion Control, Inc. and $250 from Coastal Roadrunner Sams
• Approve budget amendment and docket of claims totaling $1,852,919.85

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the $1,852,919.85 docket of claims, a $1,563,921.69 Port & Harbor Commission claims resolution, and budget amendments. They authorized the county engineer to prepare a task order for conceptual development of a new county courthouse, and directed the county administrator to review Animal Shelter policies. The board also approved purchasing 50 Glock model 47 service weapons for $6,300 after trade-in, and accepted a $5,000 donation from Industrial Corrosion Control for the shelter.

• Approved $1,852,919.85 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved Port & Harbor Commission claims of $1,563,921.69 (unanimous)
• Authorized task order for new county courthouse conceptual development (unanimous)
• Authorized review of Animal Shelter administrative policies (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 50 Glock model 47 service weapons for $6,300 (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 Animal Shelter donation from Industrial Corrosion Control (unanimous)
• Approved $53,490 subcontractor payment for Lakeshore Road resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved Breezy Bice as District 5 Election Commissioner (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider four applications for mini subdivisions in Kiln. The board will also review a site plan for a private outdoor recreation site in Pearlington.

• App# 792: Divide 9.96-acres from a 30-acre parcel on Sandy Hill Lane, Kiln
• App# 794: Divide 132-acres into 4 parcels on Hwy 43, Kiln
• App# 795: Divide 40-acre parcel into 2 parcels on Hwy 43, Kiln
• App# 796: Divide .46 acres from a +/- 6-acre parcel at 16058 W. River Dr., Kiln
• App# 797: Site Plan Review for walking trails and pavilions at 5033 Levee Ave., Pearlington

The Hancock County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of four mini subdivision applications and one site plan review. All recommendations are subject to the applicants filing an affidavit of subdivision and certified survey in public land records. Commissioner Crawford abstained from two votes involving Tellus 5X LLC due to a conflict of interest.

• Recommended approval of Bryan Breaux mini subdivision of 9.96 acres on Sandy Hill Lane (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Tellus 5X LLC mini subdivision of 132 acres on Hwy 43 (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of Tellus 5X LLC mini subdivision of 40 acres on Hwy 43 (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of Chester Travirca mini subdivision of .46 acres on W. River Dr. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Gulf Coast Eco Tours site plan for walking trails and pavilions (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss road registry changes, including abandoning a portion of J.C. Ladner Road and accepting several others for maintenance. The board will also approve contracts for road resurfacing, body armor, and various departmental expenses.

• Public Hearing: Consider changes to the Road Registry (abandon J.C. Ladner Road portion, accept Lazy Oaks Trail, Lazy Oaks Way, Mo's Road, Honey's Lane, Magnolia Ridge Drive, and Wicktom Road)
• Motion to approve construction of safety improvements at various locations (Federal Aid Project No. STP-0023-00(056)LPA / 106743-702000)
• Motion to approve purchase of Body Armor for Sheriff's Department ($6,249,950)
• Motion to approve purchase of paint ($15,840) and glass beads ($9,175.20) for Road and Bridge
• Motion to approve payment to poll workers for general election ($44,758)

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of actions, including abandoning a portion of J.C. Ladner Road, accepting Lazy Oaks Trail, Lazy Oaks Way, Mo's Road, and Honey's Lane for county maintenance (pending inspection), and adding Magnolia Ridge Drive and Wicktom Road to the county road registry. The board also approved the hiring of Megan Jordan as EMA Operations Officer, accepted the resignation of Christopher Albrektson Sr., and approved multiple purchases and personnel changes.

• Approved abandoning portion of J.C. Ladner Road (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to consider accepting Lazy Oaks Trail and Lazy Oaks Way for maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to consider accepting Mo's Road and Honey's Lane for maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved adding Magnolia Ridge Drive to county road registry (unanimous)
• Approved adding Wicktom Road to county road registry (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Megan Jordan as EMA Operations Officer at $45,011.72/year (unanimous)
• Approved $481,720 bid from J.L. McCool Contractors for safety improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $44,758 payment to poll workers for Nov 5 general election (unanimous, with recusal)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will consider several routine items, including approval of the October 14, 2024 meeting minutes and a docket totaling $431,297.80. They will also accept the latest revenue and expense statement and balance sheet, and request a one‑year extension of the solid waste planning grant SWP065. Additional reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney will be presented.

• Approve minutes dated October 14, 2024
• Approve docket in the amount of $431,297.80
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 28, 2024
• Approve letter to MDEQ requesting a one‑year extension of solid waste planning grant SWP065
• Present reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority approved its November 12, 2024 docket totaling $431,297.80, accepted the October 28, 2024 statement of revenue and expense and balance sheet, and approved spreading on the minutes a letter to MDEQ requesting a one-year plan extension on Hancock County Solid Waste Planning Grant SWP065. The board also approved the minutes of its October 14, 2024 meeting. All votes were unanimous among the six directors present, with Directors Greg Shaw and Jeffrey Reed absent and not voting.

• Approved minutes of the October 14, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved the November 12, 2024 docket in the amount of $431,297.80 (6-0)
• Accepted the Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated October 28, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved spreading on the minutes a letter to MDEQ requesting a one-year plan extension on Hancock County Solid Waste Planning Grant SWP065 (6-0)
• Adjourned (6-0)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review Application #789, a conditional use request by 3 River LLC/Palwinder Singh to operate a liquor store in an existing commercial building at 16387 Hwy 603, Kiln, currently zoned C‑1 Neighborhood Commercial. The commission will also consider Application #790, a mini‑subdivision request by Grace Property Management LLC/Irvin Green to divide 25 acres on Hoda Rd, Kiln (1500 ft west of C.C. Rd) into five parcels, currently zoned A‑1 General Agricultural. Additionally, Application #791, another mini‑subdivision request by the same applicant to split 3.69 acres at the same location into two parcels, also currently zoned A‑1 General Agricultural, will be discussed.

• Conditional use request for a liquor store at 16387 Hwy 603, Kiln (App #789)
• Mini‑subdivision of 25 acres into 5 parcels on Hoda Rd, Kiln (App #790)
• Mini‑subdivision of 3.69 acres into 2 parcels on Hoda Rd, Kiln (App #791)

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a liquor store at 16387 Hwy 603, Kiln, and approved two mini subdivisions on Hoda Rd. All decisions were unanimous and are recommendations to the county board.

• Recommended approval of conditional use for liquor store at 16387 Hwy 603 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision dividing 25 acres into 5 parcels on Hoda Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision dividing 3.69 acres into 2 parcels on Hoda Rd (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on two Port & Harbor Commission resolutions: one for claims totaling $1,149,985.32 and another adopting the FY2025 budget amendment of $65,674,749. Additional items include approvals for safety‑improvement bids, grant agreements, personnel hires, and various purchases and fund transfers.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241028-01 for claims of $1,149,985.32
• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241028-02 adopting FY2025 budget amendment of $65,674,749
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for $62,970 for the Sheriff's Department
• Approve hiring of full‑time dispatcher Angela Freeman at $16.45 per hour
• Approve interfund transfers: $100,000 to Fleet Maintenance fund and $272,890.49 to USDA fund

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the disbursement of $750,000 in settlement funds from the Yarborough Law Firm to the county. The Board also authorized a $16,600 property acquisition for the Elevating Beach Boulevard project and approved the Port and Harbor Commission's FY2025 budget amendment of $65,674,749.

• Approved $750,000 settlement disbursement (5-0)
• Approved $16,600 property acquisition for Elevating Beach Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved Port and Harbor Commission FY2025 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $2,176,210.39 docket of claims (5-0)
• Approved purchase of $62,970 sheriff's vehicle (5-0)
• Set public hearing for zoning appeal on Dec 16, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 fire investigator appointments (5-0)
• Approved interfund transfers for Fleet Maintenance and USDA funds (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on two Port & Harbor Commission resolutions, one authorizing $1,820,433.54 for various projects and another for a $36,600 audit engagement. The agenda also includes a public hearing on road changes, several personnel and payroll adjustments, and approvals for specific contracts and payments. Additional items cover utility upgrades, E‑911 staffing, and a $12,110.12 heat‑pump system installation.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241014-01 for $1,820,433.54
• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241014-11 for $36,600 audit engagement
• Approve $20,000 payment to Central Bank for Leetown VFD Engine 1 from insurance rebate
• Approve hiring of Mya Hartley as full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour
• Approve installation of Carrier Heat Pump System for $12,110.12

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a wide range of routine items, including the Port & Harbor Commission's $1.82 million docket of claims, multiple personnel hires and pay adjustments across departments, and the final amended FY 2023-2024 budget. The board also rescinded a prior hiring decision for a dog technician who never reported to work and approved a $20,000 payment for a fire truck from insurance rebate funds. No items were denied or tabled; all votes were unanimous.

• Approved Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims totaling $1,820,433.54 (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 payment to Central Bank for Leetown VFD Engine 1 from insurance rebate funds (unanimous)
• Rescinded October 7 hiring of Melissa Jordan as dog technician for not showing up to work (unanimous)
• Approved E-911 personnel changes including hiring Mya Hartley at $14.85/hr and transfer of Kristi Aguilar at $16.45/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Office pay adjustments and new hires including two deputies at $21.22/hr (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 annual raise for Youth Court employee Amy Dunn (unanimous)
• Approved final amended FY 2023-2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Gulf Coast Legislative Reception (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special exception application for a classic car restoration and auto repair business located at 12495 Old Kiln Rd., Picayune, currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural. It will also consider a mini‑subdivision request to split a 7.6‑acre parcel on Firetower Rd., Kiln into four parcels. A second mini‑subdivision request seeks to split 2.9 acres from a 102‑acre parcel at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln. All three properties are presently zoned A-1 General Agricultural.

• App# 784 – Special exception for classic car restoration and auto A/C repairs at 12495 Old Kiln Rd., Picayune (parcel 043-0-07-007.001), zoned A-1 General Agricultural.
• App# 786 – Mini subdivision of a 7.6‑acre parcel on Firetower Rd., Kiln (parcel 061-0-02-022.000) into four parcels, zoned A-1 General Agricultural.
• App# 788 – Mini subdivision of 2.9 acres from a 102‑acre parcel at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln (parcel 053-0-05-005.000), zoned A-1 General Agricultural.

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended denying Brian Andre's special exception request to operate a classic car restoration and auto A/C repair business at 12495 Old Kiln Rd., Picayune, after a public hearing where a neighbor expressed concerns about junk cars. The commission also allowed Dale Barfield to withdraw his mini subdivision application and recommended approval of Brian and Cheryl Cuevas's mini subdivision request.

• Recommended denying special exception for classic car restoration business (unanimous)
• Allowed Dale Barfield to withdraw mini subdivision application (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Cuevas mini subdivision, subject to affidavit and certified survey (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will vote on routine items, including approving minutes from September 9, 2024. They will also approve a docket dated October 14, 2024 for $412,110.32 and accept the revenue, expense, and balance sheet statements dated October 3, 2024. Additional reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney will be heard before adjourning.

• Approve minutes dated September 9, 2024
• Approve docket dated October 14, 2024 for $412,110.32
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 3, 2024
• Hancock County SW Enforcement Officer Report
• Engineer Report

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority held a regular meeting on October 14, 2024, and approved the minutes from September 9, 2024, the docket for October 14, 2024, in the amount of $412,110.32, and the Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 3, 2024. All motions passed unanimously with five yeas and no nays. Three directors were absent and not voting.

• Approved minutes from September 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved docket dated October 14, 2024, in the amount of $412,110.32 (5-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 3, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The supervisors will consider a series of motions covering finance, procurement, personnel and grant matters. A key item is the repayment of $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans to the general fund. Other actions include a $1,213,079.09 Port & Harbor claim docket, a $37,900 purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for the Sheriff's Department, and several staffing hires and grant renewals.

• Approve repayment of $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans from multiple grant funds to the general fund
• Approve Port & Harbor Resolution #202240923-01 for claims totaling $1,213,079.09
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for $37,900 from Premier Ford of Waveland for the Sheriff's Department
• Approve hiring of Jena‑Rae Chasteen as a full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour
• Approve renewal of Gulf Regional Planning Commission service agreements for McLeod Park bulkhead improvements, tidelands administration, and general planning

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $3,151,399.76 docket of claims and a $3,447,487.05 interfund loan repayment plan to the general fund. The board also approved numerous personnel hires, resignations, and salary changes across departments, plus purchases including a $37,900 Ford Explorer for the Sheriff's Department. All votes were unanimous, with one recusal on the EMA Director compensation item.

• Approved $3,151,399.76 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved $3,447,487.05 interfund loan repayments to general fund (unanimous)
• Approved $37,900 purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer for Sheriff's Dept (unanimous)
• Approved $1,213,079.09 Port & Harbor docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Melissa Jordan as dog technician at $12.31/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Levon Joshua Kaigler as Road Dept laborer at $12.50/hr (unanimous)
• Approved $9,700 Cellebrite license renewal for Sheriff's Dept (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024-2025 employee compensation for all county employees (unanimous; EMA Director item approved with one recusal)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on motions to approve interfund loans totaling $3,447,487.05 for disaster and grant funds, approve several interfund transfers totaling over $3 million, and adopt the final budget amendments for FY 2024. Additional agenda items include bid openings, external business presentations, departmental reports, and routine supervisory business.

• Motion to approve interfund loans of $3,447,487.05 to Hurricane Zeta, Hurricane Ida, USDA, Solid Waste Assistance Grant, Fleet Maintenance, MDOT-Lakeshore Preservation Road, and MDOT-Seawall Concrete Barrier funds
• Motion to approve interfund transfers: $457,943.76 to MS GO Bonds Series 2021, $364,118.76 to Series 2017, $1,954,000 to the General fund, $733,077.63 to the Nate fund, $625,925.78 to the Zeta fund, $5,154.83 to the Ida fund, $47,269.78 to Stennis Airport Terminal, and $261,158.93 to the E911 Infrastructure fund
• Motion to approve the final budget amendments for FY 2024
• Bid openings (no specific details listed)
• External Business agenda items: Port & Harbor Commission, Jeff Loftus – GRPC, Bruce Newton – Digital Engineering

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of financial actions, including $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans from the general fund to various funds, multiple interfund transfers, and the final budget amendments for FY 2024. All votes were unanimous with all five supervisors present.

• Approved $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans from the general fund to seven funds (unanimous)
• Approved interfund transfers including $457,943.76 to MS GO Bonds Series 2021 and $364,118.76 to Series 2017 (unanimous)
• Approved transfers of $1,954,000.00 to the General fund from escrow and Sheriff Tax Support funds (unanimous)
• Approved transfers to Nate, Zeta, Ida, and Stennis Airport Terminal funds from the General fund (unanimous)
• Approved $261,158.93 transfer to E911 Infrastructure fund from E911 fund (unanimous)
• Approved final budget amendments for FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved spreading Special Meeting Notice and Certified Proof of Publication for ad valorem taxes and FY2024/2025 budget (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several requests to divide parcels of land into smaller lots. Additionally, the board will discuss a request to relocate a mobile home on properties in the Bayside Park Subdivision.

• App# 782: Request to relocate a mobile home at 6100 E. Ridley St.
• App# 783: Request to divide a .75-acre parcel from a 2-acre parcel at 5300 Rd. 141
• App# 785: Request to divide a 1-acre parcel from a 5.2-acre parcel at 21366 Fenton Dedeaux Rd.
• App# 781: Request to divide a half-acre parcel from a 5.5-acre parcel at 16247 Hwy 603
• App# 765: Request to subdivide a 1-acre parcel into two pieces at 16227 W. River Dr.

The Hancock County Planning Commission approved three mini subdivision requests and denied one. It also denied a request to interpret the zoning ordinance regarding a mobile home relocation, directing the applicant to the Building Department instead. All decisions were unanimous.

• Denied hearing on zoning interpretation for mobile home at 6100 E. Ridley St., directed applicant to Building Department (unanimous)
• Approved mini subdivision for Mark J. Necaise at 5300 Rd. 141, Bay St. Louis (unanimous)
• Approved mini subdivision for Ryan Stewart at 21366 Fenton Dedeaux Rd., Kiln (unanimous)
• Approved mini subdivision for Harry Frierson i/c/o Alison Family Trust, previously tabled (unanimous)
• Denied mini subdivision for Chester A. Travirca III at 16227 W. River Dr., Kiln due to survey lacking required lot area/width (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial approvals, including a $685,067.99 docket of claims and a $398,533.59 claim from the Port and Harbor Commission. The agenda also includes contract authorizations for grant consulting, vehicle tag purchases, and a road closure for a local parade. Additional items cover hazardous waste funding applications and software agreements for county departments.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240909-01 for $398,533.59 docket of claims (GO $213,776.33, RR $16,763.97, IP $51,286.66, AP $116,706.63)
• Approve Comptroller docket of claims for $685,067.99
• Approve purchase of two undercover tags for $32.00 for a 2024 Toyota 4 Runner and a 2024 Toyota Tundra
• Approve grant consultant contract $45,000 annually for the Family Treatment Court (SAMSHA grant budget)
• Approve closure of Beach Boulevard from Washington Street Pier to Main Street on Sep 25, 2024, 4:30‑6:30 p.m. for Bay High School Homecoming Parade

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $12 annual increase in solid waste pickup fees, from $180 to $192 per year, effective October 1, 2024, citing a CPI increase. The board also approved numerous routine items, including claims, contracts, personnel changes, and road work authorizations, all by unanimous vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved solid waste fee increase from $180 to $192/year (unanimous)
• Approved Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims $398,533.59 (unanimous)
• Approved $685,067.99 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved $1,718.53 repair quote for McLeod Park pickup (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000/year grant consultant contract for Family Treatment Court (unanimous)
• Approved $58,955 GOMESA bond request reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved paving Standard Dedeaux Ballfield parking lot for $7,234.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Beach Boulevard closures for Bay High parade and Crusin' the Coast (unanimous)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider two motions to adopt the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, one excluding and one including the Emergency Management Agency Director's salary. The meeting also includes bid openings, external business presentations, and departmental and elected/appointed agenda items. Public comment and an executive session are scheduled before adjournment.

• Motion to approve FY 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, excluding EMA Director's salary
• Motion to approve FY 2024/2025 budget, including EMA Director's salary
• Bid openings
• External Business Agenda: Port & Harbor Commission, GRPC, Digital Engineering
• Departmental agendas: Emergency Management, E-911/Dispatch, Animal Shelter, etc.

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, excluding the EMA Director's salary, and separately approved the budget including that salary. Both motions passed unanimously, with District 2 Supervisor Greg Shaw excused and District 4 Supervisor Scotty Adam recusing from the second vote. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved Resolution Adopting FY 2024/2025 Budget and Tax Levy, excluding EMA Director's salary (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024/2025 budget including EMA Director's salary (unanimous; Scotty Adam recused)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board will meet to approve financial reports and a payment docket. The body is considering a 3.5% rate increase for waste collection services starting October 1, 2024.

• Approval of docket in the amount of $407,120.49
• Proposed 3.5% CPI rate adjustment for Coastal Environmental Services of LA for collection, carts, bulky waste, dumpsters, and roll offs
• Reimbursement of $22,234.32 for Management Plan Grant SWP065

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority approved a 3.5% CPI rate increase for Coastal Environmental Services of LA covering collection, carts, bulky waste, dumpsters, and roll-offs. The board also approved the September 9, 2024 docket of $407,120.49, accepted financial statements, and recorded a $22,234.32 grant reimbursement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 3.5% CPI rate increase for Coastal Environmental Services (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2024 docket of $407,120.49 (unanimous)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated August 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Spread on minutes $22,234.32 reimbursement for Grant SWP065 (unanimous)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will present the proposed FY2024/2025 budget. A motion will be considered to distribute notice of a public hearing to Bay Saint Louis, Waveland, and Diamondhead. The public hearing is set for September 13, 2024 to adopt the budget and set tax levies. Additional items include bid openings and departmental reports.

• Public Hearing on September 13, 2024 to adopt FY2024/2025 budget and set tax levy
• Presentation of the proposed FY2024/2025 budget
• Motion to spread notice to Bay Saint Louis, Waveland, and Diamondhead about the public hearing
• Bid openings
• Next regular Board meeting scheduled for September 16, 2024

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on September 6, 2024, approving the agenda and spreading proof of publication for the FY2024/2025 budget public hearing. Two proposed budget additions—$3,000 for the County Agent and $3,500 for Madeline House Women's Shelter—were discussed but no action was taken. The next regular meeting is set for September 16, 2024.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved spreading proof of publication for budget public hearing (unanimous)
• No action taken on $3,000 County Agent budget addition
• No action taken on $3,500 Madeline House appropriation

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider three applications to divide existing land parcels into smaller lots. These requests involve properties in Kiln and Picayune.

• App# 780: Create two 20,376 sq. ft. parcels at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 781: Divide a half-acre from a 5.5-acre parcel at 16247 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 779: Divide a 2.9-acre parcel into four parcels at 23070 Rd 262, Picayune

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended approval of two mini subdivisions (Brian Cuevas & Cheryl Cuevas and Osman Acosta & Yessica Fuentas) and tabled a third (Harry Frierson i/c/o Alison Family Trust) pending a complete survey. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved mini subdivision for Brian Cuevas & Cheryl Cuevas (unanimous)
• Approved mini subdivision for Osman Acosta & Yessica Fuentas (unanimous)
• Tabled mini subdivision for Harry Frierson i/c/o Alison Family Trust (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial and personnel motions, including accepting a $1,098,237.75 claims docket from the Port & Harbor Commission and approving contracts for drainage improvements. The Board will also authorize a $46,099.50 software agreement for the Sheriff’s Office and a $9,234.50 purchase of Barracuda Software for the IT Department. Announcements include upcoming public hearings on the FY 2024‑2025 budget and tax levies.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240826-01, Docket of Claims for $1,098,237.75 (breakdown: GO $124,942.93, RR $70,614.07, IP $591,426.90, AP $310,172.85, FAA $1,081.00).
• Accept Resolution #20240826-09 authorizing special contract pricing of wharfage and dockage with Jindal Tubular, LLC for a three‑year term beginning Oct. 1 2024.
• Approve purchase of Barracuda Software for $9,234.50 from Howard Technology Solutions for the IT Department.
• Approve two‑year agreement with Power DMS by NEOGOV for policy, training and time‑clock software for the Sheriff’s Office, amounting to $46,099.50, to be funded by drug seizure funds.
• Approve hiring and pay adjustments for E‑911 dispatch personnel, including hiring Shaena Ladner at $14.42/hr and raising pay for Christina Berry and Hallie Sherwood to $14.92/hr.

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $1.4 million docket of claims, a settlement agreement with MAC, LLC and BELLEAVANCE, LLC, and rejected all bids for the Arena Development Project. They also approved numerous contracts, personnel changes, and routine financial items.

• Approved $1,401,717.47 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with MAC, LLC and BELLEAVANCE, LLC (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Hancock County Arena Development Project (unanimous)
• Approved $27,990.50 contract with Business Systems & Consultants for marriage book scanning (unanimous)
• Approved $46,099.50 two-year Power DMS software agreement paid from drug seizure funds (unanimous)
• Approved $1,098,237.75 Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved special contract pricing with Jindal Tubular, LLC for wharfage/dockage (unanimous)
• Approved $9,234.50 Barracuda Software purchase for IT (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission's FY2025 budget and a $2.4 million docket of claims. The meeting includes several procurement approvals for the Sheriff's Office and EMS, as well as discussions on automotive repair facility nuisances on Hwy 90.

• Adoption of Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission's FY2025 Budget of $50,498,956
• Purchase of a 2024 Toyota Tundra for the Sheriff's Department for $52,312.25
• Approval of $2,402,915.75 for the Port and Harbor Commission's Docket of Claims
• Discussion of trash and debris at 5510, 5224, and 5154 Hwy 90 in Bay St. Louis
• Approval of the North Beach Boulevard Box Culvert Replacement project for Twin L. Construction

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the Port & Harbor Commission's FY2025 budget of $50,498,956 and a $2,402,915.75 docket of claims, along with numerous purchases and personnel actions. They also approved a settlement agreement with MAC, LLC, and set dates for the FY2024/2025 budget public hearing and adoption. Several discussion items, including property concerns and a presentation on cat/dog overpopulation, resulted in no action.

• Approved Port & Harbor Commission FY2025 budget of $50,498,956 (unanimous)
• Approved Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims of $2,402,915.75 (unanimous)
• Approved employment contract with compensation adjustment for Blaine G. LaFontaine (4-1)
• Approved purchase of two 5105M tractors for $175,641.96 from SunSouth (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with MAC, LLC, Nammo Mac, LLC, and Belleavance, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment increasing prisoner food budget by $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of two full-time dispatchers at $14.42/hour (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Toyota Tundra for $52,312.25 for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended approval of a mini subdivision for Brian and Cheryl Cuevas to divide 2 acres from a 102-acre parcel at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln, subject to filing an affidavit and certified survey. The commission also unanimously accepted the withdrawal of Osman Acosta and Yessica Fuentas' application to divide a 2.9-acre parcel into 5 parcels, pending survey corrections and health department inquiries. The minutes of the August 1, 2024 meeting were adopted.

• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Cuevas mini subdivision (unanimous, with conditions)
• Accepted withdrawal of Acosta/Fuentas mini subdivision application (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of minutes from July 8, 2024, and a docket totaling $427,467.33. They will also accept the Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated August 5, 2024. Additional reports will be presented by the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney before adjourning.

• Approve minutes dated July 8, 2024
• Approve docket in the amount of $427,467.33
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated August 5, 2024

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority held a regular meeting on August 12, 2024, with six directors present and a quorum confirmed. The board unanimously approved the minutes from July 8, 2024, the docket for August 12, 2024, in the amount of $427,467.33, and the statement of revenue and expense and balance sheet dated August 5, 2024. All motions passed with six yea votes and no nay votes; directors Jeffrey Reed and Nancy Depreo were absent and not voting.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved docket dated August 12, 2024, in the amount of $427,467.33 (6-0)
• Accepted statement of revenue and expense and balance sheet dated August 5, 2024 (6-0)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a contract for Firetower Road drainage improvements and approve a copier lease for the E-911 department. The meeting also includes routine agenda approvals and public comment.

• Award contract for Project 3.25 Firetower Road Drainage Improvements to Twin L Construction
• Approve 48-month copier lease for E-911 at $230.35 per month
• Spread certified bid tabulation for Firetower Road project on the minutes
• Spread certified proof of publication for Hancock County Arena Development on the minutes
• Amend overtime retroactive date for Sheriff Department exempt employees

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved awarding the Firetower Road Drainage Improvements project (Project 3.25) to Twin L Construction, pending submission and review of performance bonds, surety, and liability insurance. The board also opened and took under advisement bids for the Hancock County Arena Development, and approved several administrative items, including a copier lease amendment and a retroactive date change for Sheriff's Department overtime.

• Approved Notice of Award to Twin L Construction for Project 3.25 Firetower Road Drainage Improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized Board President to sign contract with Twin L Construction pending bonds and insurance (unanimous)
• Opened and took under advisement bids for Hancock County Arena Development from Drace Construction, Dan Hensarling, Inc., and Orocon Construction, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved amended 48-month copier lease for E-911 at $230.35/month (unanimous)
• Amended retroactive date for Sheriff's Department DEA OCDETF overtime from July 1 to June 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and spread public notices and proof of publication on minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial actions, including approving a $644,803.34 resolution from the Port and Harbor Commission for July claims and authorizing a three‑year special contract with Sabic Innovative Plastics for wharfage and dockage. The board will also reallocate $680,587.09 to fund McLeod Park bulkhead improvements and approve multiple procurement contracts for patrol vehicle engines, pagers, a fence, a 2024 Toyota 4Runner, electric roll‑up door kits, and a camera system. Additional motions include hiring two full‑time dispatchers at $14.42 per hour and other staffing changes.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240722-01 for $644,803.34 claims
• Approve special contract pricing with Sabic Innovative Plastics US, LLC for wharfage and dockage (3‑year term)
• Reallocate $680,587.09 to FY23‑P610‑05 McLeod Park Bulkhead Improvements
• Purchase three patrol vehicle engines for $27,211.91 from Turan Foley
• Hire Brandy Danis and Savannah Valladares as full‑time dispatchers at $14.42 per hour

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the Notice of Award and contract for the Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase II, to Apple Construction. They also opened and took under advisement bids for several projects, including Firetower Road drainage and North Beach Boulevard culvert replacement. Numerous routine items were approved unanimously, including personnel hires, equipment purchases, and budget amendments.

• Approved Notice of Award to Apple Construction for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Apple Construction for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase II (unanimous)
• Opened and took under advisement bids for Firetower Road Drainage Improvements (3 bids received)
• Opened and took under advisement bids for North Beach Boulevard Box Culvert Replacement (3 bids received)
• Opened and took under advisement bid for Maintenance of County Owned Recreation Facilities (1 bid from B&H Lawn Service)
• Approved docket of claims for August 5, 2024, in the amount of $2,034,386.18 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of two full-time dispatchers at $14.42/hour (unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 ARPA obligation to Texas Flat Road Reconstruction (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two applications to create mini-subdivisions on agricultural parcels. Application 776 seeks to split 4.49 acres off a 16-acre parcel at 5084 Firetower Rd., Kiln. Application 777 proposes dividing a 9-acre parcel at 6310 Jordan Rd., Perkinston into two 4.5-acre parcels. The commission will also hear a discussion from Chester A. Travirca III regarding his combined parcel and a pending mini-subdivision request.

• App# 776 – Mini subdivision request for 4.49 acres at 5084 Firetower Rd., Kiln (currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural)
• App# 777 – Mini subdivision request to split a 9-acre parcel at 6310 Jordan Rd., Perkinston into two 4.5-acre parcels (currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural)
• App# 765 – Discussion by Chester A. Travirca III about his combined parcel and a mini-subdivision application

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended approval of two mini subdivisions, one for the Meadors family and one for Penot and Hyatt, both subject to filing an affidavit and certified survey. A discussion with Chester Travirca about a future subdivision application resulted in no action.

• Recommended approval of Meadors mini subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Penot/Hyatt mini subdivision (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of July 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• No action on Travirca discussion

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning Commission approved a conditional use request for a new commercial building at 17065 Kapalama Rd., allowing restaurant, office, and retail spaces. A separate variance and mini subdivision application was withdrawn by the applicant after discussion about frontage requirements. The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted.

• Approved conditional use for restaurant, office, and retail spaces at 17065 Kapalama Rd. (unanimous)
• Withdrawn application for variance and mini subdivision at 16227 W. River Dr. (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of June 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will open and take under advisement sealed bids and proposals for the Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase II, and Emergency, Disaster, or Provisional Debris Removal and Disposal Services. The board will also review routine personnel changes, approve claims, and discuss several contracts and leases.

• Receive sealed bids for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase II until 10:00 AM
• Receive sealed proposals for Debris Removal and Disposal Services until 10:00 AM
• Approve $18,896.98 purchase of John Deere Gator for EMA from Sunsouth
• Approve $142,235.00 subcontractor request for Stennis Airport Road Overlay Project
• Approve closure of South Beach Boulevard from Terrace Street to Saint Joseph Street on September 1, 2024 for Waveland Labor Day Event

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $383,070 road recommendation and multiple payments for the Stennis Airport Road project. They also authorized new leases and claims for the Port and Harbor Commission and approved various personnel changes across county departments.

• Approved $383,070 recommendation for Lakeshore Road project (Unanimous)
• Approved $206,422.55 in sub-contractor requests for Stennis Airport Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Port and Harbor Commission claims totaling $581,372.37 (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Industrial Track Lease with Polychemie Port Bienville Railroad at $241,000 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,896.98 purchase of a John Deere Gator for EMA (Unanimous)
• Authorized cleanup of public health menace properties at 5454 7th Avenue and 6048 Lark Street (Unanimous)
• Approved closure of South Beach Boulevard on Sept. 1, 2024, for Waveland Labor Day Event (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of two full-time dispatchers and one dog technician (Unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Authority will consider approving a July 8, 2024, docket totaling $415,837.73. The board will also review the FY2024-2025 budget and recent financial statements.

• Approval of July 8, 2024, docket for $415,837.73
• Approval of FY2024-2025 budget (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025)
• Acceptance of June 2024 revenue and expense statements

The Board approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and a payment docket totaling $415,837.73. The Board also accepted financial statements and recorded a solid waste enforcement officer grant.

• Approved docket dated July 8, 2024, in the amount of $415,837.73 (8-0)
• Approved Budget for FY 2024-2025 (8-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated June 7 and June 26, 2024 (8-0)
• Spread on minutes the executed Hancock County Solid Waste Enforcement Officer Grant SWC617 (8-0)
• Approved minutes dated June 10, 2024 (8-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing bids for Lakeshore Road construction and Bayside Park drainage improvements. The agenda includes motions to reallocate various funds toward McLeod Park bulkhead improvements and approve several departmental personnel changes. A public hearing for property assessment objections is also scheduled for August 19, 2024.

• Bids for Lakeshore Road leveling and overlay construction
• Fund reallocations for McLeod Park Bulkhead Improvements
• $51,505.00 purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor
• New Drug Treatment Services contract with Tulane Addiction Medicine
• Release of $153,907.39 in road and bridge funds to the City of Diamondhead

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved a $750,000 settlement agreement with MAC, LLC/Belleavance, with $375,000 from each party going to the Port and Harbor Commission, to be spread on the minutes at the August 5, 2024 meeting. The Board also approved a $2,079,952.40 docket of claims, a $350,000 obligation of ARPA funds for the North Beach Boulevard project, and a $153,907.39 release of road and bridge funds to the City of Diamondhead. Bids for the Lakeshore Road leveling and overlay project were opened and taken under advisement, with bids from Huey P. Stockstill at $383,070.00 and Warren Paving at $399,564.00. The Board rejected and re-advertised the Aircraft Packaging Hangar Rehabilitation Project at Stennis International Airport.

• Approved $750,000 settlement with MAC, LLC/Belleavance ($375,000 each) to Port and Harbor Commission
• Approved $2,079,952.40 docket of claims for July 1, 2024
• Approved obligating $350,000 in ARPA funds for North Beach Boulevard culvert work
• Approved releasing $153,907.39 in road and bridge funds to City of Diamondhead
• Opened and took under advisement Lakeshore Road bids: Huey P. Stockstill $383,070.00, Warren Paving $399,564.00
• Rejected and re-advertised Aircraft Packaging Hangar Rehabilitation Project No. AP2208
• Approved $51,505.00 purchase of 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utility from Pine Belt Auto Group
• Approved $14,900.00 purchase of Side by Side from Motohouse for Sheriff's Department

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests to divide agricultural land into smaller parcels in Kiln. The agenda also includes applications for a new marina, a mini-mall, and a stationary food truck. One site plan review was postponed from June 6, 2024.

• Subdivision of 60 acres on Firetower Rd., Kiln into five parcels
• Subdivision of 11 acres at 6055 Cortez Court, Kiln into five parcels
• Subdivision of ~100 acres on Fenton Dedeaux Rd., Kiln into five parcels
• Conditional use for a restaurant, office, and retail mini-mall on Kapalama Rd.
• Conditional use and site plan for a stationary food truck on N Benville Rd.

The Hancock County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for three mini subdivisions involving agricultural land in Kiln and a site plan review for a marina in Bay St. Louis. A conditional use request for a stationary food truck in Picayune was also recommended with health department conditions. A conditional use application for a commercial building in Pass Christian was tabled to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of Kenneth Fairley's 2-slip marina site plan at 5255 Pleasure St (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Catahoula Properties' 60-acre mini subdivision on Firetower Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Gymsu LLC's 11-acre mini subdivision at 6055 Cortez Court (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of Tellus 5X LLC's 100-acre mini subdivision on Fenton Dedeaux Rd (unanimous)
• Tabled DCD Development's conditional use request for 17065 Kapalama Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Randall Hebert's stationary food truck conditional use in Picayune (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider bids for Lakeshore Road construction and Bayside Park drainage improvements. Agenda items include personnel changes in the Sheriff's Office and Road Department, as well as budget discussions for the library system. The meeting also addresses various contract renewals and funding requests.

• Bids for Lakeshore Road leveling and overlay construction due July 1
• Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims totaling $1,062,623.02
• GOMESA Bond Request reimbursement of $357,137.18 from Hancock Bank
• CivicPlus contract renewal increase to $14,232.17
• Authorization for Firetower Road Drainage Improvements advertisement

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the Motorola E-911 system maintenance agreement, authorized Digital Engineering to advertise for Firetower Road drainage improvements, and approved funding for a Pioneer Production Services video project. The board also handled various personnel changes, department reports, and grant applications.

• Approved Motorola E-911 System Maintenance Agreement for $169,059.37 (5-0)
• Approved Digital Engineering to advertise Project 3.25 Firetower Road Drainage Improvements (5-0)
• Approved hiring Jimmy George for security at McLeod Park at $12.00 per hour (5-0)
• Terminated agreement with BugPro Pest Control Services and authorized negotiation with REDD Pest Control (5-0)
• Reappointed Sheriff Ricky Adam to the Hancock County E-911 Commission for four years (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement of $255.00 to Ronda Douglas for a vehicle window broken by a county employee (5-0)
• Approved GOMESA Bond Request 26-DGT for $357,137.18 (5-0)
• Approved Pioneer Production Services agreement and funding of $25,900 for underwriting and $3,400 location fee (5-0)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Authority will review the budget for the period of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. The board will also consider approving a $423,369.48 docket and a rubbish bid from King Construction.

• Approval of June 10, 2024, docket in the amount of $423,369.48
• Acceptance of Class I and Class II Rubbish Bid from King Construction at $4.75 per cubic yard
• Review and approval of the budget for October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025

The Board of Directors approved a contract for Class I and Class II rubbish services with King Construction and Environmental Services LLC at a rate of $4.75 per cubic yard. The Board also approved a payment docket totaling $423,369.48 and recorded recycling counts from Coastal Environmental Services of LA.

• Approved May 13, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $423,369.48 payment docket (6-0)
• Accepted $4.75/cubic yard rubbish bid from King Construction (6-0)
• Authorized contract with King Construction and Environmental Services LLC (6-0)
• Recorded May 31, 2024, recycling counts (6-0)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering several requests for mini subdivisions and conditional uses in Kiln and Bay St. Louis. These applications include dividing existing parcels into multiple lots and adding additional residences to certain properties. The agenda also includes a site plan review for a private marina.

• Mini subdivision at 17381 and 17341 Old Joe Moran Rd., Kiln
• Conditional use for a third residence at 7140 Gustine Rd., Kiln
• Site plan review for a 2-slip private marina at 5255 Pleasure St., Bay St. Louis
• Mini subdivision of 1.53 acres at 2125 Rd. 358, Kiln
• Conditional use for a fifth residential structure at 26421 Wolf Creek Rd., Kiln

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval for three mini subdivisions and two conditional use permits allowing mobile homes for family members. One application for a private marina site plan was tabled pending submission of a complete plan. All recommendations are subject to specific stipulations, including filing affidavits and surveys for subdivisions and restricting mobile home use to family members only.

• Recommended approval of David Malley mini subdivision (17381/17341 Old Joe Moran Rd) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Robert Pino conditional use for mobile home (7140 Gustine Rd) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Greg A. Ladner mini subdivision (2125 Rd. 358) (Unanimous)
• Tabled Kenneth Fairley marina site plan application (5255 Pleasure St) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Carl Cuevas conditional use for mobile home (26421 Wolf Creek Rd) (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of James E. Shaw mini subdivision (6090 Forrest H. Necaise Rd) (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors met June 3, 2024 and approved a range of routine items, including a $1,477,744.67 docket of claims, budget amendments, and personnel changes. After a closed executive session on pending litigation with MAC, LLC and Belleavance, LLC, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the County Attorney to negotiate resolution of that litigation. The Board also approved advertising for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase II with bids opening July 15, 2024, and approved a $400,000 FY25 Tidelands award for McLeod Park Bulkhead and Amenities. All recorded votes were unanimous; no roll-call tallies other than unanimous were noted.

• Authorized County Attorney to negotiate resolution of litigation with Belleavance, LLC and MAC, LLC (unanimous, after executive session)
• Approved docket of claims for June 3, 2024 in the amount of $1,477,744.67 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments for June 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Ph. II, bid opening July 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Engineer-Client Agreement for Project 1.10 Bayside Park Drainage Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 Tidelands award of $400,000.00 for McLeod Park Bulkhead and Amenities and amended application (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Brennan Hayward as full-time dispatcher at $14.42/hour effective June 10, 2024, pending screenings, 90-day probation (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Office personnel changes: removed Daniel Gilkerson II and Douglas Parker; added Kathryn Fraizer and Luke Taylor as Correction Officers at $16.48/hour; added Joshua Holland, Thomas Hampton, and Edward Besse as Deputies at $20.60/hour (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved a $605,320.05 contract with Warren Paving for the Stennis Airport Road Overlay Project and accepted Port and Harbor Commission claims totaling $2,212,668.52. The board also adjusted ambulance service commencement times for May 24, 2024, and authorized advertising for disaster debris removal pre-positioning contracts.

• Approved Warren Paving contract for Stennis Airport Road Overlay Project for $605,320.05 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Port and Harbor Commission claims of $2,212,668.52 (Unanimous)
• Approved Port and Harbor Commission FY2024 Budget Amendment #1 (Unanimous)
• Authorized moving ambulance services commencement time to 4:00 p.m. on May 24, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Kiln Utility and Fire District regarding ARPA funded projects (Unanimous)
• Permanently closed Lake Drive at the White Cypress Lakes spillway due to safety concerns (Unanimous)
• Approved refunding Shane Cuevas $150 for Kiln Shelter rental due to broken AC (3-2)
• Authorized advertising with Covington for disaster debris removal and hauling pre-positioning contracts (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission met May 16, 2024 and unanimously recommended a one-year extension of the previously approved preliminary plan for Phase 1 of the Jourdan River Resort & Yacht Club, and unanimously recommended approval of two mini subdivisions. A Site Plan Review request from Perilloux Farms of MS LLC for a Cannabis Cultivation Facility was withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 p.m.

• Recommended one-year extension of the preliminary plan for Phase 1 of Jourdan River Resort & Yacht Club at 5200 Nicola Rd., Kiln (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of a mini subdivision dividing a 30-acre parcel at 6094 Rd. 136, Bay St. Louis into 2 parcels (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of a mini subdivision dividing a 156-acre parcel on Dummy Line Rd. north of Old Dossett Rd., Picayune into 5 parcels, reduced to 125 acres after property was provided to two neighboring parcels (unanimous)
• Cannabis Cultivation Facility Site Plan Review at 6024 Addie Lane, Bay St. Louis withdrawn by applicant Perilloux Farms of MS LLC
• Adopted minutes of the May 2, 2024 Regular Meeting (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Board authorized the preparation of contracts for Class I and Class II Rubbish Services with King Construction and Environmental Services, LLC. The Board also accepted financial statements and recorded the swearing-in of a new director.

• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated April 24, 2024 (7-0)
• Recorded the Oath of Office for Director Donald Wayne Graham (7-0)
• Recorded proof of advertisement for Class I and Class II Rubbish Disposal Services (7-0)
• Opened bids for Class I and Class II Rubbish Disposal Services (7-0)
• Took bids for Class I and Class II Rubbish Disposal Services under advisement (7-0)
• Rescinded taking bids under advisement (7-0)
• Authorized preparation of Class I and Class II Rubbish Services contracts for King Construction and Environmental Services, LLC (7-0)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved several routine items at its May 13, 2024 meeting, including rehiring Dean Alley as a Class III Tractor Operator/Laborer at $15.75 per hour, pending physical and drug test. The Board also approved Coast Electric Power Association's request to use the Arena as a staging site during the 2024 storm season (June 1–September 30) and authorized the County Administrator to acquire appraisals on properties adjoining the Arena. Other approvals included an agreement with Tyler Technologies, a contract review with Dennis Quaid Studio, fee waivers for a memorial, and appointments to the Kiln Utility and Fire District Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rehiring Dean Alley as Class III Tractor Operator/Laborer at $15.75/hour, effective upon successful physical and drug test (5-0)
• Approved Coast Electric Power Association's request to secure a staging site at the Arena for the 2024 storm season, June 1–September 30 (5-0)
• Approved authorizing County Administrator and personnel to acquire appraisals on properties adjoining the Hancock County Arena under § 19-7-1 et seq. (5-0)
• Approved spreading on the Minutes and having Board President sign agreement with Tyler Technologies (5-0)
• Approved authorizing County Attorney to review contract with Dennis Quaid Studio and bring back edits before approval (5-0)
• Approved waiving fees for rental of Dedeaux Community Center for a memorial for Clint Matthews on May 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Ryan Olson to Kiln Utility and Fire District Board to fill unexpired term of Robert Gross, effective May 13, 2024, ending December 31, 2028 (5-0)
• Approved Road and Bridge Department to repair entry road to Hancock Baseball Field, contingent upon referrals or requests from school board (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on a wide range of administrative, personnel, and financial items, including a $890,000 radio equipment purchase, ambulance service proposals, and storm recovery discussions. The agenda includes many routine approvals such as payroll, claims, and personnel changes, as well as several public hearings and contract awards.

• Award reverse auction for radio equipment to Comsouth Inc. for $890,000
• Discussion and potential motions on ambulance service proposals and contracts
• Settlement of eminent domain case Hancock County v. Sharpe for $116,025
• Approve $1,189,146 insurance renewal for Port and Harbor Commission
• Approve docket of claims for May 6, 2024, totaling $2,068,232.12

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to negotiate an interim extension of its ambulance service agreement with AMR, cancel the ambulance RFP, and authorize county personnel to negotiate contracts with both Pafford EMS and Acadian Ambulance Service while reserving all rights. The board also approved an $890,000 radio equipment purchase from Comsouth Inc. and a $116,025 settlement in an eminent domain case. Most other items were routine approvals of personnel changes, travel, purchases, and agreements, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved resolution to negotiate interim ambulance extension with AMR, cancel ambulance RFP, and negotiate with Pafford EMS and Acadian Ambulance Service (unanimous)
• Awarded reverse auction for radio equipment to Comsouth Inc. for $890,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $116,025 settlement in eminent domain case Hancock County v. Sharpe (unanimous)
• Approved $2,068,232.12 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved $682,568.63 Port and Harbor docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved $1,189,146 Port and Harbor insurance renewal (unanimous)
• Approved $9,407 elevator repair at Health Department from EMR Services (unanimous)
• Approved $15,691.50 taser purchase from Axon Enterprises for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approving a variance request from Jeremiah Sr. and Sarah Abbott. The request allows a 6-foot encroachment into a 10-foot drainage easement to build a residential addition at 5016 Samoa Rd. The recommendation is now sent to the Hancock County Board of Supervisors for final approval.

• Approved minutes of April 18 meeting (unanimous, Ladner abstained)
• Recommended approval of Abbott side yard variance (unanimous)

General

The Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting to discuss and consider motions regarding requests for proposals for Emergency Ambulance Services. The agenda also includes departmental and elected official reports.

• Emergency Ambulance Services Requests for Proposals

The Board of Supervisors rejected Pafford Emergency Medical Services as non-responsive regarding the RFP for Emergency Ambulance Services. The Board authorized the County Attorney to negotiate with Acadian Ambulance Service.

• Rejected Pafford Emergency Medical Services as Non-Responsive (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Attorney to negotiate with Acadian Ambulance Service (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing two land-use applications. These include a request to divide a 10-acre agricultural parcel and a site plan review for a cultivation facility.

• App# 760: Request by Irvin Templet d/b/a GI Construction to divide 10 acres at 11252 Old Kiln Rd. into 5 parcels
• App# 756: Site Plan review for Perilloux Farms of MS LLC for a cannabis cultivation facility at 6024 Addie Lane

The Commission recommended approval for a 10-acre parcel to be divided into five residential lots. A site plan review for a cannabis cultivation facility was tabled at the applicant's request.

• Adopted April 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision at 11252 Old Kiln Rd (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan review for cannabis cultivation facility at 6024 Addie Lane (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a $1.9 million bond payment and several service contracts. The meeting includes decisions on ambulance services, facility maintenance, and the designation of a neighborhood revitalization area.

• Wire transfer of $1,966,890.19 for the Gomesa Bond payment
• Contract for courthouse records recovery from Business Systems & Consultants, Inc. for $161,666.75
• Port and Harbor Commission claims in the amount of $1,523,685.19
• Resolution to declare Hancock County a Neighborhood/Revitalization Area
• Awarding of RFP for ambulance services for all of Hancock County

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $1,966,890.19 wire transfer for a Gomesa Bond payment and authorized $191,853.75 for courthouse records recovery. The Board also approved Pafford Emergency Medical Services as the highest-rated proposer for an agreement and appointed E.J. Richards to the Kiln Fire and Water District. Additionally, the Board accepted a $1.52 million Port and Harbor Commission docket of claims and authorized advertising for several infrastructure projects.

• Approved $1,966,890.19 wire transfer for Gomesa Bond payment
• Approved $191,853.75 for Courthouse and Chancery Clerk records recovery
• Approved Pafford EMS as highest-rated proposer for agreement negotiation
• Appointed E.J. Richards to Kiln Fire and Water District effective May 1, 2024
• Accepted Port and Harbor Commission claims totaling $1,523,685.19
• Approved $5,811.42 sole source purchase for Sheriff's Department computer software
• Authorized advertising for Bay St. Louis Library Roof Replacement project
• Approved $4,000 for cleanup of 16th Section School District land properties

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Board of Directors will review the March 11, 2024 minutes and a $410,171.83 docket. The Administrator reports that bids for Class I and Class II Rubbish Contracts have been advertised.

• Approval of March 11, 2024 minutes
• $410,171.83 docket approval
• Acceptance of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated March 28, 2024
• Class I and Class II Rubbish Contract bid advertisement
• Bid opening scheduled for May 13, 2024 at 8:30am

The Board approved a payment docket totaling $410,171.83 and accepted the financial statements dated March 28, 2024. The Board also authorized the Chairman to sign an audit engagement letter.

• Approved docket dated April 8, 2024, in the amount of $410,171.83 (6-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated March 28, 2024 (6-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Audit Engagement Letter (6-0)
• Approved minutes dated March 11, 2024 (6-0)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on land use exceptions and variances. The body will also review a site plan for a cannabis cultivation facility and a revised preliminary subdivision plan.

• App# 756: Site plan review for a cannabis cultivation facility at 6024 Addie Lane, Bay St. Louis
• App# 744: Revised preliminary plan for a 14-lot subdivision south of Nicola Rd., Kiln
• App# 754: Special Exception Use for a private family cemetery at 2350 Rocky Hill Dedeaux Rd., Kiln
• App# 753: Two-foot front yard variance for a home addition at 6151 Shawnee St., Kiln

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a 14-lot subdivision and two individual property requests. One site plan review for a cannabis cultivation facility was tabled.

• Adopted March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Special Exception Use for private family cemetery at 2350 Rocky Hill Dedeaux Rd. (unanimous)
• Recommended 2-foot front yard variance for home addition at 6151 Shawnee St. (unanimous)
• Recommended Preliminary Subdivision Plan for 14 lots south of Nicola Rd. (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Recommended tabling Site Plan Review for Perilloux Farms of MS LLC cannabis facility (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will open proposals for county-wide emergency medical care and ambulance services. The meeting includes various departmental procurement approvals and a hearing on hazardous properties.

• Life Safety and Hazardous Property hearing for 6048 Lark Street and 5454 7th Avenue
• Port and Harbor Commission security project purchase from State of the Art Systems for $161,251.00
• Purchase of two Nissan Rogues for the Sheriff's Department for $57,376.00
• Repair of Fire Pump System at Dedeaux Storm Shelter for $29,000.00
• Approval of a $3,503,823.85 docket of claims

The Board approved a claims docket totaling $3,503,823.85 and several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Bayside VFD. Two properties were adjudicated as menaces to public health and safety, with owners given timelines to clean them. The Board also approved various personnel changes and interfund transfers.

• Approved April 1, 2024 claims docket for $3,503,823.85 (Unanimous)
• Adjudicated 6048 Lark St and 5454 7th Ave as public health and safety menaces (Unanimous)
• Approved $57,376.00 for two Nissan Rouges for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,373.00 for Bayside VFD turnout gear (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,095.00 for Road Department striping paint (Unanimous)
• Approved $29,000.00 for Dedeaux Storm Shelter fire pump repair (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution opposing judicial redistricting separating Hancock, Harrison, and Stone counties (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,300.00 for Leadership Hancock Legacy Benches (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two applications. These include a request for a mini subdivision in Kiln and a revised site plan for an RV park in Bay St. Louis.

• App# 757: Mini subdivision request for 2442 and 2470 Kiln Delisle Rd.
• App# 758: Revised site plan for RV park expansion and beautification at 6130 Bayou LaCroix Rd.

The Hancock County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for a mini subdivision at 2442 and 2470 Kiln Delisle Rd, subject to filing specific legal documents. The Commission also unanimously recommended approval for a revised site plan for an RV park at 6130 Bayou Lacroix Rd to include bathhouses and a clubhouse.

• Minutes of March 7 meeting adopted (unanimous, Koenig abstained)
• Recommended approval for Necaise/Binninger mini subdivision at Kiln Delisle Rd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for Hudson RV park revised site plan at Bayou Lacroix Rd (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several high-value contracts, including dump trucks and airport roof repairs. The body will also discuss road maintenance, tax exemptions, and the potential for a community garden at the Pearlington Library.

• Award of Kenworth Dump Trucks bid to TruckWorx for $1,380,000.00
• Two roof replacement contracts for Stennis International Airport with Coastal Roofing, LLC totaling $72,438.07
• Obligation of $100,000.00 for Firetower Road Storm Water construction
• Payment of $40,706.00 to poll workers for the March 12 Primary Election
• Proposed community garden on land next to the Pearlington Library

The Board of Supervisors approved a major purchase of dump trucks and authorized land acquisition for the Beach Boulevard elevation project. Other actions included approving several personnel hires, airport roof repairs, and a community garden at Pearlington Library.

• Awarded Kenworth Dump Trucks bid to TruckWorx for $1,380,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Authorized fair market value offers and potential eminent domain for Beach Boulevard elevation parcels (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000.00 for Firetower Road Storm Water construction (Unanimous)
• Approved two airport roof contracts with Coastal Roofing, LLC totaling $72,438.07 (Unanimous)
• Authorized use of land next to Pearlington Library for a community garden (Unanimous)
• Approved $40,706.00 for March 12 Primary Election poll worker payments (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation to the Animal Shelter from Industrial Corrosion Control, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,360.00 for Hurricane Zeta repairs to Beach Boulevard (Unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board is meeting to approve financial reports and a payment docket. The board will also consider authorization to advertise for Class I and Class II rubbish and review an attorney's engagement letter regarding the King Landfill Plan Amendment.

• Approval of docket dated March 11, 2024, in the amount of $420,814.20
• Authorization to advertise for Class I and Class II Rubbish
• Attorney engagement letter for King Landfill Plan Amendment

The Board approved a payment docket totaling $420,814.20 and authorized the advertisement for Class I and Class II Rubbish. Additionally, the Board approved an engagement letter for Butler Snow LLP to provide legal services regarding the King Landfill Plan Amendment.

• Approved minutes dated February 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved docket dated March 11, 2024 in the amount of $420,814.20 (7-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated February 27, 2024 (7-0)
• Authorized advertisement for Class I and Class II Rubbish (7-0)
• Approved engagement letter for Butler Snow LLP for King Landfill Plan Amendment legal services (7-0)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing three applications. These include site plan requests for new residential and commercial developments and a request to extend previously approved project timelines.

• App# 751: Site plan for 11 one-bedroom apartments, office/laundry building, and pole barn at 16185 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 752: Site plan for 3 metal buildings with 6 units each for a mini mall shopping center at 17077 Kapalama Rd, Pass Christian
• App# 755: 1-year extension request for RV park expansion and beautification projects at 6130 Bayou LaCroix Rd, Bay St. Louis

The Commission recommended approval for a site plan adding apartments and buildings in Kiln, a shopping center development in Pass Christian, and a one-year extension for an RV park project in Bay St. Louis.

• Recommended approval of site plan for 11 apartments, one office/laundry building, and one pole barn at 16185 Hwy 603 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use and site plan for three multi-use metal buildings for a shopping center at 177077 Kapalama Rd (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 1-year extension for RV park expansion and beautification at 6130 Bayou Lacroix Rd (Unanimous)
• Adopted February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a claims docket totaling $3,270,997.57 and review bids for dump trucks. The meeting includes decisions on various infrastructure projects, personnel changes, and a lease agreement for a corporate hangar.

• Claims docket for March 4, 2024, in the amount of $3,270,997.57
• Five-year lease agreement with Shell Offshore, Inc. for a corporate hangar at Stennis International Airport for $193,250.04
• Purchase of body armor for the Sheriff's Department for $8,288.61
• Purchase of 20 Draeger SCBAs for Post 58 VFD for $17,800
• Wire fence construction at Kiln Delisle Bridge via Southern Exteriors Fence Company for $5,300.00

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a docket of claims totaling $3,270,997.57 and accepted Port and Harbor Commission claims totaling $546,617.31. The board also authorized a five-year lease with Shell Offshore, Inc. for $193,250.04 and approved transportation project resolutions for Texas Flat Road, Lakeshore Road, and Kiln Delisle Road. Several personnel changes, including new hires in the Road Department and E-911, were approved, along with the 2024-2027 Four Year Road Plan.

• Approved docket of claims for $3,270,997.57 (5-0)
• Accepted Port and Harbor Commission claims for $546,617.31 (5-0)
• Authorized 5-year lease with Shell Offshore, Inc. for $193,250.04 (5-0)
• Approved Transportation Improvements Project Resolutions for Texas Flat, Lakeshore, and Kiln Delisle roads (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2027 Four Year Road Plan (5-0)
• Approved purchase of body armor for Sheriff's Department for $8,288.61 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 20 SCBA units for Post 58 VFD for $17,800 (5-0)
• Approved hiring of four Class III Laborers in Road Department South at $12.50/hour (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review various departmental requests, including port and harbor claims, emergency management renewals, and personnel changes. The agenda includes discussions on the Waveland Waterfront Improvements Project and road signage requests.

• Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240214-01 for $716,591.99
• Southern Fire emergency purchase order for $22,460.00
• Bayside Fire Department SCBA equipment payment of $6,552.48
• Animal Shelter donation from Industrial Corrosion Control, Inc. for $5,000
• Parks & Recreation Arena tractor repair quote for $9,047.25

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $1,509,955.95 docket of claims and the Waveland Waterfront Improvements Project. Other actions included authorizing a request for ambulance service proposals and approving several fiber optic cable installations.

• Approved $1,509,955.95 docket of claims (Unanimous)
• Approved Waveland Waterfront Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for Ambulance Services (Unanimous)
• Approved $716,591.99 Port and Harbor Commission claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,165,667.05 GOMESA Bond reimbursement request (Unanimous)
• Approved four AT&T fiber optic cable ROW requests (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,984.48 for Sports Complex backstop netting (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,645.04 for flashing stop sign on Dummyline Road (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a site plan for a medical cannabis processing facility. The board will also consider three requests to divide agricultural parcels into smaller lots in Kiln.

• Site plan review for medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd.
• Request to divide 3-acre parcel on Rd. 432 into 2 parcels
• Request to divide 4.7-acre parcel on Firetower Rd at Deerwood Rd into 3 parcels
• Request to divide 5 acres from a 38.6-acre parcel on Firetower Rd at Kyle Rd

The Hancock County Planning Commission met on February 15, 2024, with Commissioners Mays, Crawford, Ladner, and Farve present. The Commission unanimously recommended a Site Plan Review for a Medical Cannabis Processing Facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd. in Kiln. It also unanimously recommended approval of two mini subdivisions: one for Johnathan Sims on Rd. 432 and one for Collin Deschamp at Kyle Rd. and Firetower Rd. A third mini subdivision application from Kenny Allison was withdrawn at the applicant's request and the withdrawal was unanimously approved.

• Recommended Site Plan Review for Medical Cannabis Processing Facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Johnathan Sims mini subdivision on Rd. 432, subject to affidavit and certified survey (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal of Kenny Allison dba Heartland Custom Homes mini subdivision application (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Collin Deschamp mini subdivision at Kyle Rd. and Firetower Rd., subject to affidavit and certified survey (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the February 1, 2024 Regular Meeting (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board is meeting to approve financial records and a payment docket. The board will also receive reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney.

• Approval of docket dated February 12, 2024, in the amount of $409,370.49
• Approval of January 8, 2024 minutes
• Review of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated January 22, 2024
• Attorney report regarding Class I and Class II Rubbish

The Board approved the payment docket for February 12, 2024, totaling $409,370.49. The Board also accepted the financial statements dated January 22, 2024, and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes dated January 8, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved docket dated February 12, 2024, in the amount of $409,370.49 (6-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated January 22, 2024 (6-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Road Department. They will also discuss drainage improvements for Texas Flat Road, Pontiac Drive, and Bayside Park, and review a sports feasibility presentation.

• Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet 2500 HD Silverado for $63,990.00
• Purchase of Kubota Tractor for $16,399.18
• Purchase of Air Conditioner Unit for $12,026.84
• Purchase of Tag Readers for $9,608.00
• Life Safety and Hazardous Property hearings for 6048 Lark Street and 5454 7th Avenue

The Board approved a $117,000 payment to resolve the Hancock County v. Sharpe litigation in exchange for fee title to the property. Other actions included approving several drainage project completions and purchasing equipment for the Sheriff's Department.

• Authorized $117,000 payment to resolve Hancock County v. Sharpe for property title (Unanimous)
• Approved $63,990 purchase of 2024 Chevrolet 2500 HD Silverado for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,026.84 purchase of air conditioner for Courthouse (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,399.18 purchase of Kubota Tractor for Buildings and Grounds (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,608 purchase of Tag Readers for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Authorized Certificates of Substantial Completion for Texas Flat Road, Pontiac Drive, and Bayside Park drainage projects (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,792,503.41 docket of claims for February 5, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Engineer to seek bids for grass cutting at Courthouse and Sports Facility (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change and a new 14-lot subdivision. The board will also consider a parcel division and a conditional use request for a liquor store.

• App# 742: Zoning change from A-1 General Agricultural to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial on Kapalama Rd.
• App# 744: Preliminary plan for a 14-lot subdivision south of Nicola Rd.
• App# 747: Request to divide a 3-acre parcel into 2 parcels on Rd. 432
• App# 748: Conditional use request for a liquor store at 16598 Hwy 603

The Commission recommended denying a request to change zoning from General Agricultural to Neighborhood Commercial. A conditional use permit for a liquor store was recommended for approval, while two subdivision plans were tabled.

• Recommended denial of zoning change from A-1 to C-1 for David Dreher d/b/a DCD Development (4-1)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for Sumerjit Sing d/b/a Pure Country 4 to operate a liquor store
• Tabled preliminary subdivision plan for Chandler Residential Company (unanimous)
• Tabled mini subdivision application for Jonathan Sims (unanimous)
• Adopted January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will review a $428,112.30 docket of claims for the Port and Harbor Commission and a $39,990 purchase of mitigation credits. The board is also deciding on several equipment purchases for the Tax Office and Sheriff's Department and reviewing updates for the Jordan River Sewer Project.

• Port and Harbor Commission claims in the amount of $428,112.30
• Purchase of a 2023 Nissan Rogue for the Tax Office for $29,405.00
• Metrix Solutions contract for body and car cameras totaling $46,236.44
• OnSolve renewal agreement for Emergency Management Agency at $8,618.40
• Neel-Schaffer, Inc. selection for Lakeshore Road Resurfacing Project inspection

The Board of Supervisors approved several equipment purchases for the Tax Office and Sheriff's Department. They also authorized payments for fire department equipment and accepted claims for the Port and Harbor Commission. Multiple personnel changes and grant applications were approved.

• Approved $428,112.30 Port and Harbor Commission Docket of Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $39,990 purchase of mitigation credits for Stennis International Airport (Unanimous)
• Approved $29,405 purchase of 2023 Nissan Rogue for Tax Office (Unanimous)
• Approved $46,236.44 contract with Metrix Solutions for body and car cameras (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,954 purchase of six patrol car computers for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,618.40 renewal agreement with OnSolve for EMA (Unanimous)
• Authorized $7,457.04 and $19,133.60 payments for Bayside and West Hancock VFD engines (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of two full-time dispatchers at $14.42 per hour (Unanimous)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests to divide agricultural parcels into smaller lots. The board will also review a tabled site plan for a medical cannabis processing facility.

• App# 745: Request to divide a 2-acre parcel at 17341 Old Joe Moran Rd., Kiln into two .79-acre parcels
• App# 746: Request to divide a +/- 79-acre parcel on Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln into 5 parcels
• App# 743: Site plan review for a medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln

The Hancock County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for two mini subdivision applications in Kiln. David Malley's request to divide a 2-acre parcel into two smaller parcels was approved, as was Matthew Boucree's request to divide a 79-acre parcel into five parcels. A separate site plan application for the Boucree property remains tabled until the subdivision process is complete.

• Recommended approval of David Malley mini subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Matthew Boucree mini subdivision (unanimous)
• Tabled Matthew Boucree site plan application
• Adopted minutes of January 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous, Koenig abstained)

Hancock County E-911 Commission

The Hancock County E-911 Commission is meeting to review dispatch reports and approve personnel actions. The body will consider a software maintenance renewal and the hiring of a new full-time employee.

• ESRI ArcGIS maintenance renewal for April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 for $2,330
• Hiring of January Tucker as full-time dispatcher at $14.42 per hour
• Reimbursement of $1,200 for four employees to attend Behind the Badge class

The Commission approved a $2,330 maintenance renewal for ESRI ArcGIS and the hiring of a full-time dispatcher. It also accepted a dispatch consent agenda regarding staff training costs previously approved by the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved E-911 ESRI ArcGIS maintenance renewal for $2,330 (6-0)
• Approved hiring January Tucker as full-time dispatcher at $14.42 per hour (6-0)
• Accepted dispatch consent agenda for $1,200 staff training reimbursement (6-0)
• Approved November 2023 minutes (6-0)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve a payment docket and financial statements. The meeting includes the reappointment of the board attorney, administrator, and engineer. Members will also review a planning grant agreement modification.

• Approval of docket in the amount of $399,767.47
• Reappointment of Board Attorney, Board Administrator, and Board Engineer
• Execution of Hancock County Solid Waste Authority Planning Grant Agreement SWP065 Modification No. M-1
• Review of King SWMP Amendment Request

The Board approved a payment docket totaling $399,767.47 and accepted the January 5, 2024, financial statements. The Board also reappointed its attorney, engineer, and administrator for the 2024 calendar year.

• Approved docket dated January 8, 2024, in the amount of $399,767.47 (6-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense Sheet and Balance Sheet dated January 5, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Planning Grant Agreement SWP065 Modification No. M-1 (6-0)
• Reappointed Heather Ladner Smith of Butler Snow, LLP as Attorney of record for 2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Neel-Schaffer, Inc. as Engineer of record for 2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Neel-Schaffer, Inc. as Administrator of record for 2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes dated December 11, 2023 (6-0)

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review a site plan application. The request concerns a proposed medical cannabis processing facility in Kiln.

• App# 743: Site plan review for medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln

The Commission reviewed a site plan application for a Medical Cannabis Processing Facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd. The application was unanimously tabled because the parcel has not been divided from the original parcel. No approval was granted.

• Site plan for Medical Cannabis Processing Facility tabled (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is meeting to appoint its 2024 leadership and re-appoint key county administrators and employees. The session includes voting on several interlocal agreements and approving claims totaling over $1.5 million.

• Approval of January 2, 2024 docket of claims for $1,512,617.07
• Acceptance of Port and Harbor Commission's December 28, 2023 claims for $2,137,406.14
• Contract for CodeRED emergency alerts for 2024 at a cost of $8,513.24
• Purchase of a mini excavator from Puckett Rents for $36,231.38
• Repair of Diamondhead Library by Hancock Plumbing for $8,700.00

The Board appointed Scotty Adam as President and Greg Shaw as Vice-President for 2024. The Board approved a $1,512,617.07 docket of claims and re-appointed several key county administrators and employees. Other actions included authorizing the voiding of a security agreement with Securus Technologies.

• Appointed Scotty Adam as Board President and Greg Shaw as Vice-President (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,512,617.07 docket of claims (Unanimous)
• Authorized county attorney to void agreement with Securus Technologies (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,137,406.14 Port and Harbor Commission claims docket (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,700.00 quote from Hancock Plumbing for Diamondhead Library repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,231.38 quote from Puckett Rents for a mini excavator (Unanimous)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with American Red Cross for county shelters (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed County Administrator, Attorney, Road Manager, and Engineer (Unanimous)