Natchez public meetings in 2021

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve a security contract. The agenda contains only this single action item, along with routine procedural items.

• Approval of Security Contract

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a contract with FSA Enterprise to hire one unarmed security officer for the Downtown Bluff area, starting immediately at $15 per hour and $420 per week. The meeting was a special call meeting held on December 16, 2021, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved contract with FSA Enterprise for one unarmed security officer at $15/hour, $420/week (unanimous)
• Adjourned the special call meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with presentations from the NAACP and the SBA on COVID EIDL loans. The board will consider several action items, including grant applications for senior and transit services, a police grant, a contract renewal, and a property demolition request.

• Request to demolish 13 Claiborne St
• Approval to accept $55,000 Homeland Security grant for police radios and vehicle
• Request to apply for MDOT funding for Senior Center and Transit Center (FY 2022-2023)
• Approval to renew contract with Watkins & Eager for lobbying services
• Permission to place Community Alliance benches atop pumping station (Broadway/Silver St.)

The Board of Aldermen approved a $1,000,000 tax anticipation loan with Delta Bank at 1.49% interest, after rescinding a prior approval with Concordia Bank & Trust due to a misread quote. The board also authorized applications for state transportation funding, accepted a $55,000 Homeland Security grant, and approved several other motions including hiring a workforce development director.

• Approved $1M Delta Bank tax anticipation loan at 1.49% (unanimous)
• Rescinded prior Concordia Bank & Trust loan approval due to misread quote (unanimous)
• Authorized application for MDOT Elderly and Persons with Disabilities funding FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized application for MDOT Rural Areas General Public Transportation funding FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted $55,000 Homeland Security grant for radio encryption and vehicle purchase (unanimous)
• Approved placement of Community Alliance benches atop pumping station, contingent on Preservation Committee approval (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Tuwanna Williams as Director of Workforce Development effective Jan 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 for David Jenkins to remove unsafe equipment from parks (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to discuss several administrative and facilities items. They will consider salary issues for Public Works, revisions to the Employee Handbook, and quotes for a Tax Anticipation Loan. The board will also hear from the Planning & Community Development director about reroofing City Hall Annex and accepting a bid for tennis lighting at Duncan Park Tennis Center.

• Discussion of salary issues for Public Works
• Discussion of revision to Employee Handbook for the City of Natchez
• Discussion of Tax Anticipation Loan quotes
• Reroofing of Natchez City Hall – Annex
• Duncan Park Tennis Center - Acceptance of Tennis Lighting Bid

The Board of Aldermen approved a $1M tax anticipation loan from Concordia Bank and Trust, authorized drawing $750K from it, and retroactively approved intra-fund loans to cover payroll and expenses. They also approved immediate pay raises for Public Works employees, including golf course workers, and approved a workforce development resolution. The board accepted a $38,136 bid for tennis court lighting and approved a $14,120 change order for reroofing the City Hall Annex.

• Approved $1M Tax Anticipation Loan with Concordia Bank and Trust
• Authorized drawing $750K from the tax anticipation loan
• Retroactively approved $600K loan from Casino Annual Lease Fund to General Fund and $300K from General Fund to Capital Improvement Fund
• Approved $5,000 transfer from General Fund to Visitor Center accounts
• Approved immediate pay raises for Public Works employees ($1.50/hr for 5+ years, $1.00/hr for less, plus golf course workers)
• Approved resolution for Workforce Development Interlocal Agreement
• Accepted low bid of $38,136 from EcoLite Holdings for tennis court LED lighting
• Approved $14,120 change order for reroofing City Hall Annex with Independent Roofing Solutions

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen, Adams County Board of Supervisors, and Natchez-Adams County School Board are holding a special joint meeting to discuss a workforce development agreement for Natchez-Adams County and the hiring of a Director of Workforce Development. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no other business.

• Discussion of Workforce Development Agreement for Natchez-Adams County
• Hiring of a Director of Workforce Development

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen, Adams County Board of Supervisors, and Natchez-Adams County School Board held a special joint meeting. They approved a motion to hire Tuwanna Williams as Director of Workforce Development, effective in two weeks, pending approval of the agreement by all boards, based on discussed salary and benefits, and pending approval by MDA and the Alliance. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved hiring Tuwanna Williams as Director of Workforce Development, effective in two weeks, pending agreement approval by all boards and MDA/Alliance approval.
• Adjourned the special call joint meeting.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to conduct interviews for the position of Chief Deputy Clerk. The agenda includes only routine opening procedures and the interviews, with no other business items listed.

• Chief Deputy Clerk interviews

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding its regular meeting with reports from city departments and officials. Key items include a presentation of the Visit Natchez 2020 audit, updates on the U.S.C.T. Monument, and approval of several agreements, including an opioid litigation memorandum of understanding and police recruit reimbursement. The board will also discuss a public works salary increase proposal and enter executive session for personnel and litigation.

• Presentation of Visit Natchez audit report for 2020
• Updates on U.S.C.T. Monument / Proud to Take a Stand Monument
• Approval of Mississippi State-Local Government Opioid Litigation Memorandum of Understanding
• Approval of revised Yamaha Golf Cart contracts
• Discussion and approval of Police Recruit Reimbursement Agreement

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and Adams County Board of Supervisors held a special call joint meeting. The session was dedicated to discussing the legislative agenda for both the City of Natchez and Adams County.

• Discussion of legislative agenda for the City of Natchez and Adams County

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting covering routine reports, several contract approvals, and discussions on redistricting, broadband options, and public works staffing. The board will also consider a request to demolish a property at 13 Claiborne St and approve various agreements, including software contracts for the Recreation and Police Departments.

• Discussion on redistricting proposal
• Approval of software contract for Recreation Department
• Approval ADSI Software Agreement for Natchez Police Department
• Request to demolish 13 Claiborne St
• Approval of Debt Collection Agreement with MML

The Board of Aldermen approved a contract for legal services related to redistricting, additional signage funding, railroad reimbursement, permit fee waivers, and other routine items. They also hired Rachel Megan McKenzie as City Clerk after interviewing three candidates, and authorized demolition of a hazardous property at 13 Claiborne Street.

• Approved redistricting legal services contract with Butler Snow (5-1, Davis lost signal)
• Approved $130 for additional High School Championship Row signs (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement #26 to Natchez Railroad totaling $164,570.14 (unanimous)
• Waived building permit fees for 2022 SNAP Program (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Recreation software contract ($2,400/year + $500 setup) (unanimous)
• Authorized demolition of 13 Claiborne Street (unanimous)
• Approved Debt Collection Agreement with MML (unanimous)
• Hired Rachel Megan McKenzie as City Clerk (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special call meeting to consider several items, including sponsorship requests for the Bigfoot Festival and for serving children and senior citizens, a change order for the 2016 TIGER railroad project, and various reports and approvals. The board will also discuss police overtime, a demolition request, and enter executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Sponsorship request for Bigfoot Festival
• Support for serving children and senior citizens
• Hemphill Construction change order #1 for Natchez Railroad (2016 TIGER)
• Request to demolish 13 Claiborne St
• Approval of Debt Collection Agreement

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen are holding a special joint meeting with the Adams County Board of Supervisors. The only substantive item on the agenda is a discussion about workforce development. The rest of the agenda is procedural (prayer, pledge, roll call).

• Workforce development discussion

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on code enforcement liens for nuisance properties, hear department reports, and consider several appointments and resolutions. Items include a proposed bank reconciliation, historic district sign standards, reappointment of planning commissioners, and a resolution on street-use signs. The board will also discuss city accounting procedures and appoint commissioners to a new Recreation Commission.

• Public hearing: Anita Smith code enforcement liens on nuisance properties
• Historic District Sign Standards report and Planning Commissioner reappointments (Jonathan Smith, Stratton Bull)
• Resolution authorizing signs to prevent unauthorized street use
• Discussion of city accounting procedures
• Appointment of new Recreation Commission commissioners

The Board of Aldermen approved a $5,000 donation to Natchez Children's Services, approved a bank reconciliation proposal, and approved a change order for the North Natchez Drainage Project. The board also approved the Historic District Sign Standards, reappointed planning commissioners, and approved the hire/termination report for September 2021. The meeting included a public hearing on nuisance properties and the swearing in of seven new police officers.

• Approved $5,000 donation to Natchez Children's Services (unanimous)
• Approved Silas Simmons Bank Reconciliation Proposal (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #9 for North Natchez Drainage Project, $31,755.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Historic District Sign Standards (5-2, Hall, Smith, Irving, Davis, Dillard aye; Frazier, Dillard nay)
• Reappointed Planning Commissioners Jonathan Smith and Stratton Bull (unanimous)
• Reappointed Duncan Morgan to Natchez Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved Hire/Termination Report for September 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Claims Docket and Mini Claims Docket (unanimous, Irving exempted on Fire Dept. items)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, grant approvals, and ordinance discussions. Key items include a code enforcement hearing on nuisance properties, a request to apply for a historic preservation grant for Duncan Park, and approval of several transportation and senior services grant contracts. The board will also consider replacing the historic district sign and parade ordinances, and discuss a tobacco-free ordinance.

• Public hearing on nuisance properties (Anita Smith, Code Enforcement)
• Approval to apply for Mississippi Department of Archives and History Community Heritage Preservation Grant for Duncan Park billiard hall, diary, playground pavilion
• Approval to sign 5310 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities grant contract for 2021-2022
• Approval to sign 5311 Rural Areas Transportation grant contract for 2021-2022
• Approval of FY 2021 Audit and engagement letter from Silas Simmons

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Audit, several grant contracts for transit and senior services, and new ordinances for historic district signs and special events. They also approved a $12,200 loan to the Natchez EDA and a $2,500 sponsorship for the Natchez Balloon Festival.

• Approved FY2019-2020 Audit (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for Duncan Park historic preservation (unanimous)
• Approved 5310 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities grant contract 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Area on Aging grant contracts 2021-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 5311 Rural Areas Transportation grant contract 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Historic District Sign Ordinance to replace existing (unanimous)
• Approved Special Events Ordinance to replace Parade Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $12,200 inter-fund loan to Natchez EDA (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, department reports, and several notable items. Key actions include adopting the FY 22 budget, considering a request for two new billboards, approving a contract for a door monitor system, and discussing a workforce education strategy. The board will also consider approving travel for officials and engaging consulting services for American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Adopting the FY 22 Budget
• Request for installation of 2 new billboards within city limits
• Approve contract for door monitor system at Natchez Senior Center
• Approve phase 2 of Airport Traffic Study with Adams County and Natchez-Adams County Airport
• Approval of engagement of Watkins & Eager for American Rescue Plan Act consulting services

The Board of Aldermen approved the FY2021-2022 operating budget and unanimously deferred all salary increases, vehicle/equipment purchases, leases, and expenditures until the second quarter of the fiscal year. They also approved a $134,202.50 cash match for a Transportation Alternatives Program grant, renewed the Downtown Natchez Farmers Market contract at $18,000, accepted a $492,000 EPA Brownfields grant, and extended the billboard moratorium to January 1, 2025. Several other items were approved, including a door monitoring system contract, claims dockets, and travel for clerk training.

• Approved FY2021-2022 Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Deferred all salary increases and capital purchases until Q2 (unanimous)
• Approved $134,202.50 cash match for TAP grant (unanimous)
• Renewed Farmers Market contract at $18,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted $492,000 EPA Brownfields grant (unanimous)
• Extended billboard moratorium to Jan 1, 2025 (5-2)
• Approved door monitoring system contract (unanimous)
• Approved Claims Dockets (unanimous, with Fire Dept exclusion)

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a special call meeting to address temporary finances for ice storm cleanup services. The board will also hold a discussion regarding employee health insurance.

• Approval for temporary finances to settle payment with Looks Great Services for Ice Storm Clean-up
• Discussion of Employee Health Insurance

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen convened a special call meeting on August 24, 2021, at 5:15 P.M. The sole substantive item on the agenda was a public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. Public comments were limited to three minutes per speaker, after which the meeting adjourned.

• Public hearing on the Proposed Budget for FY22

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is scheduled to approve the sale of 0.96 acres near Highway 555/Pilgrim Blvd to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) for erosion repairs. The agenda includes a budget presentation, approval of a new grass cutting contract for city parks, and the adoption of a Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance. Additionally, the board will approve a security contract with Magnolia Bluffs Casino and a grant writer contract for the Police Department.

• Sale of 0.96 acres at 0 Triumph Lane to MDOT for Highway 555 erosion repair
• Approval of new grass cutting contract for city parks
• Adoption of Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance
• Approval of security contract with Magnolia Bluffs Casino
• Approval of grant writer contract for Police Department

The Board of Aldermen approved the FY2021-2022 ad valorem millage of 46.732 mills, adopted a drug paraphernalia ordinance (3-2), and approved numerous contracts and grants, including a $520,282.50 Transportation Alternatives Program application and a $134,202.50 match. They also declared nuisance properties, approved a $464,687.45 railroad reimbursement, and terminated two employees.

• Approved FY2021-22 ad valorem millage of 46.732 mills (unanimous)
• Adopted drug paraphernalia ordinance (3-2)
• Approved 2021 Transportation Alternatives Program application with $134,202.50 match (unanimous)
• Approved Reimbursement #25 for Natchez Railroad $464,687.45 (unanimous)
• Declared nuisance properties and authorized liens (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Stover Developments for grant writing through Dec 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Ratified termination of Police Department employee #302877 (unanimous)
• Ratified termination of Fire Department employee #303046 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will review several proposed ordinances regarding drug paraphernalia and a tobacco-free workplace. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on recreation budgets, police department contracts, and the disposal of transit vehicles.

• Approval of Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance
• Approval of Tobacco Free Workplace Ordinance
• Request to declare 6 Natchez Transit System vehicles broken or unusable for sale
• Approval to contract with grant writing consultant through December 31, 2021
• Approval of residential only parking for 717 N. Union St.

The Board of Aldermen approved the inter-local agreement with Adams County for pool and soccer facilities, allowing the Mayor to sign pending Board of Supervisors approval. They also accepted bids for City Hall reroofing and road construction, hired a grant writer consultant, and hired Senora Cole as full-time Recreation Director. Several items were tabled, including minutes from prior special meetings and a residential parking request.

• Approved Recreation ILA with Adams County for pool and soccer facilities (4-2)
• Accepted low bid of Independent Roofing Solutions for City Hall reroofing (unanimous)
• Accepted low bid of Theobald Construction for Gloucester Ct, MLK, and Natchez Bluff (unanimous)
• Approved contract for grant writer consultant at $3,500/month through Dec 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Hired Senora Cole as full-time Recreation Director (4-2)
• Approved donation of Junior Auxiliary Building (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Natchez Alliance participation in Mississippi Mainstreet Program (unanimous)
• Approved claims docket totaling $360,692.82 and mini docket of $32,735.10 (unanimous, with Alderwoman Irving's exception on Fire Dept. budget)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, presentations, and reports. Key items include opening bids for a $2 million general obligation bond for parks, a presentation on dilapidated properties, and discussion of crepe myrtle bark scale disease control.

• Opening of $2,000,000 General Obligation Bond bids for City of Natchez Parks Project
• Presentation by Tim Cotton on dilapidated and abandoned properties
• Discussion of Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale Disease Control
• Approval of Environmental Consulting Services Contract with PPM Consultants for Brownfields grant
• Approval of security contract with Magnolia Bluffs Casino

The Board of Aldermen approved the sale and award of $2,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for the City of Natchez Parks Project, along with a waiver of conflict for Watkins & Eager. They also approved several contracts and reimbursements, including an environmental consulting contract and a 15% match for a bridge repair grant. The board hired Michell Burrell as Director of Parks and Recreation after an executive session.

• Approved $2M General Obligation Bond sale and award (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of conflict for Watkins & Eager (unanimous)
• Approved PPM Consultants environmental consulting contract (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for Railroad at Grade Safety Improvement (unanimous)
• Approved 15% match for Providence Road bridge repair (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month general bids advertisement for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved 4-month lease extension for City Counter at Visitor's Center (unanimous)
• Hired Michell Burrell as Director of Parks and Recreation (5-1, Davis absent)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to discuss Project Phoenix and details of the Mississippi Municipal League (MML) Conference. The agenda includes an executive session before adjournment, with no votes or formal actions listed.

• Project Phoenix discussion
• MML Conference details discussion
• Executive session

The Board of Aldermen approved a Resolution of Intent for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project for the Broadway Entertainment District, a development estimated at about $15 million. The TIF would be repaid through future increases in sales and property taxes generated by the project, with the city not backing the bonds. The board also approved a letter of support for a Tourism Incentive Program Resolution tied to the project, and approved $4,000 from the Community Development fund for a commercial airline study for Natchez Airport, matching pledges from the County and Airport Board. The next regular meeting was moved to June 23 to allow attendance at the Chamber of Commerce Gala.

• Approved Resolution of Intent for a TIF Project for the Broadway Entertainment District (all present voting aye)
• Approved letter of support for a Tourism Incentive Program Resolution (all present voting aye)
• Approved $4,000 from Community Development fund for a Commercial Airline Study for Natchez Airport (all present voting aye)
• Approved moving the next Board meeting to June 23 instead of June 22 (all present voting aye)
• Adjourned the Special Call Board Meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission is meeting to consider one application: a special exception request from Allgood Properties to install a telecommunication tower at 317 Highland Blvd in a B-2 General Business District. The board will also vote on approving May minutes and deferring June minutes.

• Public hearing on Application PC 21-21: Allgood Properties, 317 Highland Blvd, Map #58-103-26.1, special exception for a telecommunication tower in B-2 district
• Motion to approve May 2021 minutes and defer June 2021 minutes
• Chairperson's report, planning director's report, and new/unfinished business items

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on five applications for new construction or alterations to historic properties, including a swimming pool, a pergola, a porch alteration, door replacements, and a rear deck. The commission will also consider administrative approvals for roof replacements and paint committee approvals, and continue unfinished business on a demolition and the Depot Site Design.

• NPC 21-80: New swimming pool with brick wall screening at 307 S. Wall St.
• NPC 21-81: Pergola addition within 300' of Longwood at 25 Hawthorne Pl.
• NPC 21-82: Exterior alteration for porch and door/window openings at 307 High St.
• NPC 21-85: Door replacement at 104-108 S. Wall St.
• NPC 21-79: Rear deck construction at 806 Main St.

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is meeting for a regular session that includes a finance session focused on budget discussion. The agenda contains no other specific action items, only this financial review.

• Finance/budget discussion

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on July 13, 2021, addressing routine business and several specific items. Actions include approving a residential parking-only district on N. Union St., a drug paraphernalia ordinance, a license agreement with the Natchez Balloon Festival, and a final resolution for a general obligation bond. The board will also receive reports from departments and consider travel approvals for budget preparation.

• Approval of 'Residential Parking Only' district for 715, 717, 719 N. Union St.
• Approval of Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance
• Approval of License Agreement between City of Natchez and Natchez Balloon Festival
• Approval of final Resolution for General Obligation Bond
• Approval of Annual Appropriation for Watkins St. Cemetery

The Board of Aldermen approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of $2,000,000 in General Obligation bonds for parks projects and street paving. They also authorized borrowing up to $1,020,334.84 to pay a contractor for emergency bluff repairs, pending federal reimbursement. The board approved contracts for architectural services for the Duncan Park Golf Pro Shop and North Natchez Park Youth Center, and directed the city attorney to develop a smoke-free ordinance.

• Approved resolution authorizing $2,000,000 General Obligation bonds for parks and street projects.
• Authorized borrowing $1,020,334.84 to pay G. Rayborn Contracting for Cemetery Road bluff repairs.
• Approved contract with Belinda Stewart Architects for Duncan Park Golf Pro Shop design services.
• Approved $43,800 contract with Waycaster & Associates for North Natchez Youth Center architectural services.
• Directed city attorney to work with MS Tobacco Free Coalition on a Smoke-Free Ordinance.
• Approved $7,500 annual and $9,000 one-time appropriation for Historic Watkins Street Cemetery repairs.
• Authorized submission of 2021 ERBR application for Old Providence Road Bridge repairs.
• Approved $500 donation to Minorville Jubilee.

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special-called meeting with a single substantive item: a public hearing on issuing up to $2,000,000 in general obligation bonds for park and street improvements. The rest of the agenda is procedural (prayer, pledge, roll call).

• Public hearing on up to $2,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Bond funds designated for park and street improvements

The Board of Aldermen held a public hearing and approved a resolution authorizing up to $2,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for street improvements and park repairs, including Duncan Park. No written objections or protests were filed. The resolution passed with five aye votes; Alderman Billie Joe Frazier was absent. The meeting adjourned at 11:34 AM.

• Opened public hearing on $2M General Obligation Bonds for parks and streets (5-0, Frazier absent)
• Closed public hearing with no objections or protests (5-0, Frazier absent)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $2M General Obligation Bonds for street and park improvements, including Duncan Park (5-0, Frazier absent)
• Adjourned special call meeting at 11:34 AM (motion by Hall, seconded by Smith)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to discuss city business, including the potential sale of the General Hospital property to The Towers, updates on construction and dilapidated properties, and various staff reports. Several items require board approval, such as paying a construction estimate, approving a change order, and submitting documents for federal funds.

• Consideration of offer by The Towers to purchase General Hospital property
• Approval of Construction Estimate #4 for Project Silver totaling $16,905.55, paid by Loss Prevention Services, LLC
• Approval of Change Order #2 with Neel Shaffer for Natchez Railroad At-Grade Safety Improvement, decreasing contract by $7,000 to $111,600
• Approval to submit documents for 2021 American Rescue Plan Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and establish new bank account
• Approval to file civil actions against top 25 repeat offenders of dilapidated property ordinance

The Board of Aldermen approved filing civil judgments, including $200 attorney fees per case, on 26 dilapidated properties, with proceedings handled by Attorney Timothy Cotton. They also approved a resolution directing the Adams County Tax Collector to sell properties or collect taxes, penalties, and liens filed by the City. The Board tabled a discussion on The Towers' offer to purchase General Hospital property to allow the City Attorney time to research the RFP/bid process. Additionally, they approved several infrastructure items, including rejecting two quote bids for the Marin Avenue Retaining Wall project, soliciting bids for reroofing City Hall, and approving a change order for the Railroad At-Grade Safety Improvement Program.

• Approved filing civil judgments on 26 dilapidated properties with $200 attorney fees per case
• Approved resolution directing Adams County Tax Collector to sell properties or collect taxes, penalties, and liens
• Tabled discussion on The Towers' offer to purchase General Hospital property
• Rejected two quote bids for Marin Avenue Retaining Wall punch list items
• Approved soliciting and receiving construction bids for reroofing Natchez City Hall
• Approved paying Construction Estimate #4 for Project Silver totaling $16,905.55
• Approved Change Order #2 for Natchez Railroad At-Grade Safety Improvement Program, decreasing contract by $7,000 to $111,600
• Approved documents to submit for 2021 American Rescue Plan funds and establishing a new bank account for those funds

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special call meeting to consider an offer by The Towers to purchase the General Hospital property from the city. The agenda also includes discussion of blight at 1251 Daisy St., several public works items, and various approvals and updates from city officials.

• Consideration of offer by The Towers to purchase General Hospital property
• Discussion of blight at 1251 Daisy St.
• Request to reject two quote bids for Marin Avenue Retaining Wall EWP punch list
• Request to pay NK Stubbs Contractors $16,905.55 for Project Silver (Loss Prevention Services)
• Approval of Change Order #2 for Natchez Railroad At-Grade Safety Improvement Program, decreasing contract by $7,000 to $111,600

The Board of Aldermen approved four sets of minutes from May meetings but tabled the May 11 regular meeting minutes to allow the City Attorney to review and submit changes. The meeting adjourned early due to a medical emergency. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 7 special call meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes of May 11 regular meeting for City Attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 18 special call meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 25 special call meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 25 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting due to medical emergency (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on four applications, including a special use permit for a bed and breakfast, a variance request, a subdivision request, and a proposal to designate residential renovation districts. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and reports.

• Special use permit for a 4-unit bed and breakfast at 815 Main Street (PC 21-16)
• Variance request for 3-foot side setback at 308 S. Wall Street (PC 21-17)
• Subdivision of parcels at 614 Franklin Street (PC 21-18)
• Designation of Residential Renovation Districts in Woodlawn, Minorville, and Corridor District (PC 21-19)

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a special call meeting on June 15, 2021. The body discussed a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project for the Broadway Entertainment District and approved scheduling a public hearing. They also reviewed a commercial airline study for Natchez Airport.

• Discussion of TIF Project for the Broadway Entertainment District
• Approval to schedule a Public Hearing regarding the TIF Project
• Discussion of Commercial Airline Study for Natchez Airport

The Board of Aldermen approved a Resolution of Intent for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) project for the Broadway Entertainment District, which will use future tax revenue to fund public improvements. They also approved a letter of support for a Tourism Incentive Program Resolution, $4,000 for a commercial airline study, and rescheduled the next meeting to June 23. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution of Intent for TIF project for Broadway Entertainment District
• Approved letter of support for Tourism Incentive Program Resolution
• Approved $4,000 from Community Development fund for Commercial Airline Study
• Approved holding next meeting on June 23 instead of June 22

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, department reports, and multiple action items. Key discussions include the Broadway Redevelopment Project, a health fair, and the first official written documentation of Bigfoot in America. The board will also consider approvals for travel, a bond resolution, and a location agreement.

• Public hearing and discussion on upcoming Health Fair with Bella-Rouge Healthcare Inc.
• Discussion of first official written documentation of Bigfoot in America
• Approval of travel and per diem for Chief of Police Conference in Biloxi (June 13-18)
• Approval of travel and per diem for Fire Chiefs Conference in Biloxi, MS (June 25-27)
• Approval of Resolution for General Obligation Bond and final list of Recreational Renewal Items

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution of intent to issue up to $2,000,000 in general obligation bonds for street paving and park improvements, including Duncan Park. They also approved a recreation improvements schedule, a $1,500 donation to Juneteenth, and various contracts and payments. Several items were tabled or deferred, including a TIF proposal and a discussion on nuisance property liens.

• Approved resolution of intent for $2,000,000 General Obligation Bond for streets and parks (unanimous)
• Approved schedule of recreation updates/improvements (unanimous)
• Tabled TIF proposal until City Attorney reviews documents (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 donation to Juneteenth Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved $23,275.00 payment for Project Silver Construction Estimate #3 (unanimous)
• Approved $325,434.66 payment for Cemetery Road EWP Pay Estimate #1 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,675.00 for elevator repairs at Convention Center (unanimous)
• Approved $14,392.10 for 134-ton unit repair at Convention Center (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Finance Committee will hold a special session to conduct finance discussions. No specific agenda items or topics were listed in the provided notice.

The Board of Aldermen held a special finance meeting to review budget status, sales tax, gaming revenue, franchise fees, debt services, and larger payments. The mayor noted April 2021 sales tax was the highest collected to date, gaming revenue is on track to exceed budget, and franchise fees are on schedule. The board discussed using COVID funds for the Shift South project and filing for FEMA reimbursements. No formal votes were taken; the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Reviewed current budget status report and financial spreadsheets
• Discussed using COVID funds for Shift South campaign
• Discussed filing FEMA expense reimbursements at 75%
• Adjourned special call meeting unanimously

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, reports from department heads, and several action items. Key discussions include a right of first refusal on a Main Street property, a mobile home request, an IT services contract, a lease agreement, and a temporary trash disposal agreement due to a landfill fire.

• Public hearing on nuisance properties (Anita Smith)
• Discussion of right of first refusal for 422 Main Street property
• Request to place mobile home at 249 River Terminal Rd.
• Approval to retire firearm for retiring police officer
• Approve lease agreement with National Coalition of 100 Black Women

The Board of Aldermen approved a $1.75M general obligation bond for recreation, a $5,685 tennis equipment purchase, and several professional service contracts, including engineering for Silver Street raising and IT services. They also declared nuisance properties, waived right of first refusal on 422 Main Street, and tabled a mobile home request. Minutes from the April 27 regular meeting were tabled for additional comments.

• Approved $1.75M General Obligation Bond for recreation (unanimous)
• Approved $5,685 tennis equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Declared nuisance properties and adopted lien resolutions (unanimous)
• Waived Right of First Refusal on 422 Main Street (5-0, Smith recused)
• Tabled mobile home request at 249 River Terminal Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #2 and Pay Application #2 for Project Silver (unanimous)
• Approved engineering contracts for Silver Street raising and access road (unanimous)
• Approved emergency trash disposal resolution with Arrow Disposal (unanimous)

Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for three property applications regarding parking, site alterations, and fencing. The meeting also includes administrative approvals for driveway, roofing, and paint changes.

• Site alterations and parking at 207 Linton Ave.
• Crushed limestone parking request at 117 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street
• Fence replacement at 33 Silver Street
• Roofing replacements at 617 Jefferson and 71 Homochitto
• Discussion of Duncan Park disc golf course

The Natchez Preservation Commission approved three applications for site alterations, including a parking area for a proposed bed and breakfast, a limestone parking area, and a fence replacement. All approvals included specific conditions, and one fence replacement passed with a 5-1 vote. The commission also approved minutes from January through March 2021 and deferred April minutes.

• Approved NPC 21-55 for parking at 207 Linton Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved NPC 21-59 for limestone parking at 117 S. MLK Jr. St contingent on Site Plan Review (unanimous)
• Approved NPC 21-60 for fence replacement at 33 Silver St with conditions (5-1)
• Approved NPC 21-48 to relocate fence at 205 Clifton Ave with 1' setback (unanimous)
• Amended NPC 21-50 for fence at 319 N. Broadway St to 5' wood frame with hogwire (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Jan-Mar 2021; deferred April 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three applications: reestablishing a nonconforming mobile home use, a three-unit bed and breakfast, and a subdivision request. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from March and April 2021 meetings.

• PC 21-13: Reestablish nonconforming mobile home use at 40 Old Wilson Lane (R-1 zone)
• PC 21-14: Bed and Breakfast Residence with 3 units at 207 Linton Ave
• PC 21-15: Subdivision of parcels at 611 N. Wall Street
• Approval of minutes from March and April 2021 meetings

The Natchez Planning Commission approved a special exception to reestablish a nonconforming mobile home at 40 Old Wilson Lane, and approved a subdivision creating four additional lots at 611 N. Wall Street. The commission deferred a request for a three-unit bed and breakfast at 207 Linton Ave. to allow neighbors to resolve a parking easement issue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved special exception for mobile home at 40 Old Wilson Lane (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision at 611 N. Wall Street creating four lots (unanimous)
• Deferred bed and breakfast special use permit at 207 Linton Ave. (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to review debris monitoring and consider several items, including an ordinance to amend the littering fine, a contract for the Cemetery Road erosion project, and updates on drainage and infrastructure projects. The board will also discuss grant opportunities from the EPA and MS Development Authority.

• Review debris monitoring
• Adopt ordinance amending littering fine
• Approve contract with G Rayborn Contractor, LLC for Cemetery Road erosion project
• North Natchez Drainage Section 592 with US Army Corps of Engineers
• 2021 Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant from EPA

The Board of Aldermen unanimously awarded the Cemetery Road Erosion Project contract to G. Rayborn Contractor, LLC, valued at $1,596,655, with the NRCS contributing $1.2M and the city share totaling $396,655. They also unanimously awarded a debris monitoring contract to Debris Tech for ice storm cleanup, and approved a $500 littering fine with signage. The board voted 6-1 to ask Adams County for assistance with the Cemetery Road project, with Alderwoman Hall voting nay.

• Awarded Debris Tech contract for debris monitoring (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending littering fine to $500 and posting signs (unanimous)
• Approved Cemetery Road Erosion Project and awarded contract to G. Rayborn Contractor, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved motion to ask Adams County to assist with Cemetery Road Erosion Project (6-1, Hall nay)
• Approved Change Order #8 for North Natchez Drainage, $22,550 and 3 working days (unanimous)
• Accepted Project Hometown DIP grant of $111,176 for access road overlay (6-1, Frazier nay)
• Executed contract with G. Rayborn Contracting, LLC for Cemetery Road erosion control, $1,596,655 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, department reports, and votes on several items. Key actions include a possible amendment to the tax abatement ordinance, approval of a debris collection proposal, and approval of leases with American Cruise Lines and Viking. The board will also discuss a possible settlement of a claim against the city and go into executive session for personnel and litigation.

• Amendment of existing Tax Abatement Ordinance
• Recommendation of Debris Collection proposal
• Approval of Leases with American Cruise Lines and Viking
• Discussion of possible settlement of claim against the City
• Discussion on transferring Municipal Court Services to Natchez Police Department Administration

The Board unanimously approved lease agreements allowing American Cruise Lines and Viking Cruise Line to dock and construct facilities in the Little Mexico area. It also approved using federal funds and city match for emergency erosion work on Cemetery Road and the Bluff, and declared an emergency. Other actions included sponsoring the Juneteenth celebration, approving tax abatement ordinance amendments, and settling a property claim by conveying city-owned property.

• Approved American Cruise Lines lease for docking facility in Little Mexico (unanimous)
• Approved Viking Cruise Line lease for docking facility in Little Mexico (unanimous)
• Approved use of federal funds and city match for emergency bluff/Cemetery Road erosion project (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency declaration for Cemetery Road (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for Juneteenth Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement ordinance amendment contingent on attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved $4,350 to repair public alley on N. Wall Street (5-1, Frazier nay)
• Approved conveying city property at 9 Beaumont to Ms. Coach to settle claims (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

This is a special-called meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen held at the NAPAC Museum (301 Main St) and via teleconference. The agenda consists solely of procedural items—call to order, prayer, pledge, roll call—followed by a tour of the museum, then adjournment. No decisions or discussions of substantive business are listed.

• Special meeting held at NAPAC Museum (301 Main St) and via teleconference
• Tour of NAPAC Museum scheduled

The special call meeting of the Board of Aldermen was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No official decisions or votes were made. The mayor and attending board members toured the NAPAC Museum and discussed future goals, including painting bids, a film experience, and interpretive signage, but these were only discussions.

• Special call meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• No official actions or votes taken

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on nuisance properties, reports from department directors, and discussions on a littering fine increase and COVID-19 concerns. The board will also consider a request to film a documentary about the Rhythm Nightclub Fire and discuss a summer youth program.

• Public hearing on nuisance properties (Anita Smith, Code Enforcement)
• Discussion of increase in fine for littering
• Permission to film a documentary about the Rhythm Nightclub Fire (proposed by National Fallen Firefighters Association)
• Summer Youth Program discussion (Public Works)
• Approval of Claims Docket and Mini-Docket

The Board of Aldermen approved nuisance property liens for 17 properties, excluding 645 Maple St, 35 Elm St, and 213 Clifton Ave, and deferred demolition of 13 Claiborne St. They also approved a $1,327.70 change order for the North Natchez Drainage project, a $8,000 contract for cleaning an illegal dump site, and a $455,600 repair project for Weymouth Hall. Additionally, they approved a $500 littering fine, restored Firefighters step pay, and gave an 8% pay raise to certain City Clerk office employees.

• Approved nuisance property liens for 17 properties, excluding 645 Maple St, 35 Elm St, and 213 Clifton Ave (unanimous)
• Deferred demolition of 13 Claiborne St to a later date (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #7 for North Natchez Drainage, increasing Blain & Sons contract to $2,841,641.02 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 contract with G. Rayborn Contracting for cleaning illegal dump site at 1036 Martins Lane (unanimous)
• Approved JKS change orders for Weymouth Hall repairs, increasing project cost to $455,600 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 fine for littering and 20 signs (unanimous)
• Restored Firefighters step pay (unanimous)
• Approved 8% pay raise for City Clerk office hourly employees, excluding certain named staff (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider three items: approving a bike trail renovation by the Kiwanis Club, discussing a potential property donation to the city, and discussing a new IT contract. No votes are listed on the agenda, only discussion and approval items.

• Approval of Bike Trail renovation by Kiwanis Club
• Potential donation of property to City of Natchez
• Discussion of new IT contract

The Board of Aldermen approved bike trail renovations by the Kiwanis Club and took under advisement a new IT contract for further discussion with the Fire and Police Departments. After an executive session, the board approved Project Phoenix, a potential property donation to the city, and authorized an appraisal and Phase I inspection. No actions were taken during the executive session itself.

• Approved bike trail renovations by Kiwanis Club (5-0)
• Took new IT contract under advisement for discussion with Fire and Police Departments (6-0)
• Approved Project Phoenix, potential property donation to city, and authorized appraisal and Phase I inspection (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to subdivide one parcel into two at 410 S. Pearl Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January and deferral of March minutes, along with routine reports.

• Public hearing on Application PC 21-10: subdivision of one parcel into two at 410 S. Pearl Street
• Motion to approve January 2021 minutes and defer March 2021 minutes

The Natchez Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision application (PC 21-10) for property at 410 S. Pearl Street, dividing one parcel into two lots (Tract A and Tract B) in an R-3 HD Historic District. The vote was unanimous. The commission also approved the January 2021 minutes and deferred the March 2021 minutes.

• Approved subdivision application PC 21-10 for 410 S. Pearl Street (unanimous)
• Approved January 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred March 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider emergency procurement of a contractor for debris removal. The agenda contains only this single action item, with no other business listed.

• Emergency procurement of contractor for debris removal

The Natchez Board of Aldermen and Adams County Board of Supervisors held a joint special meeting with Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann to discuss state funding allocations, including $3.3 million for Natchez and $5.9 million for Adams County from the American Rescue Plan. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with officials outlining project priorities such as airport improvements, road repairs, drainage, and workforce development.

• No formal votes or resolutions taken; meeting was informational only
• Lt. Gov. Hosemann announced $3.3M for Natchez and $5.9M for Adams County from state funds
• Officials discussed priorities including airport upgrades, Morgantown Road repairs, and bridge lighting
• Mayor Gibson outlined plans for park renovations and a new sports complex
• Supervisors requested funding for port improvements, drainage, and workforce development

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on 10 applications for changes to properties in historic districts, including demolitions, additions, fences, and a trail bridge removal. The commission will also consider minutes from February, defer March minutes, and receive reports from the chairperson and planning director. Administrative approvals and paint committee approvals are also on the agenda.

• Application NPC 21-40: Demolish addition and install driveway at 610 N. Commerce St.
• Application NPC 21-44: Remove wooden trail bridge at Duncan Park
• Application NPC 21-46: Install historical marker at Trinity Episcopal Church, 305 S. Commerce St.
• Application NPC 21-50: New fence/courtyard enclosure at 319 N. Broadway St.
• Unfinished business: Demolish garage and construct shed/fence at 913 State St. (NPC 20-50)

The Natchez Preservation Commission approved seven applications for exterior alterations, additions, and fence installations, and deferred two others pending additional information. All votes were unanimous. The commission also deferred approval of minutes from January through March pending staff confirmation.

• Deferred minutes from Jan-Mar 2021 for staff confirmation (unanimous)
• Deferred demolition/driveway at 610 N. Commerce St. pending tree expert consultation and detailed plans (unanimous)
• Approved side addition for lift at 223 Linton Ave. with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rear addition at 505 S. Commerce St. as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved exterior alterations at 504 S. Canal St. (NPS) as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved removal of trail bridge at 400 Duncan Ave. and replacement with limestone path (unanimous)
• Approved renovation at 819 State St. with conditions (unanimous)
• Deferred fence relocation at 205 Clifton Ave. pending right-of-way info (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone property at 251 Hwy 61 South from I-1 General Industrial to B-4 Highway Business. The board will also hear presentations on economic development, airport support, and other community matters, and consider several approvals including leases, appropriations, and a bid for storm damage repairs.

• Public hearing on rezoning application PC 21-06 for 251 Hwy 61 South (Map #58-108A-22) from I-1 to B-4
• Receive bids on Weymouth Hall EWP (Emergency Watershed Protection)
• Approval of $5,000 appropriation for Natchez Festival of Music 30th Year
• Approval to share $2,500 sponsorship with Adams County for Alcorn President Felecia M. Nave inauguration
• Approval of $1,000 appropriation for 'Live at Five' by Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved multiple bids for the Natchez Aquatic Center project, including a $257,000 base bid from Wilmar Construction for the pool addition, a $42,500 pool heater from Thorpe Sheet Metal, and a $40,299 solar panel cover from The Lifeguard Store, all subject to Adams County concurrence. They also approved a $23,570 purchase of Jaws of Life equipment for the Fire Department, a $1,238 sale of 11 Winston Hill to Steven Little, and a lease for vehicle storage at the Old Titan Tire location. All votes were unanimous except for abstentions on the Claims Docket, Mini Claims Docket, and Tennis Management Contract.

• Approved $257,000 pool addition bid from Wilmar Construction (5-0)
• Approved $42,500 pool heater bid from Thorpe Sheet Metal (5-0)
• Approved $40,299 solar panel cover bid from The Lifeguard Store (5-0)
• Approved $23,570 purchase of Jaws of Life for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved sale of 11 Winston Hill to Steven Little for $1,238 (5-0)
• Approved lease for vehicle storage at Old Titan Tire location (5-0)
• Approved Tennis Management Contract with Johnny Wahiborg (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved Claims Docket and Mini Claims Docket (4-0-1 abstention each)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission approved all six applications on the agenda, including a guest house special exception, a rear setback variance for Arthur's Tire, two subdivisions, a rezoning from I-1 to B-4, and a recommendation for a 50-foot height variance for an Entergy telecommunications tower. All votes were unanimous. The commission also approved minutes from November and December 2020 and deferred January 2021 minutes.

• Approved guest house special exception at 822 State Street (unanimous)
• Approved 4-foot rear setback variance for Arthur's Tire at 327 Highland Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision of 251 Hwy 61 South into five lots (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of 251 Hwy 61 South from I-1 to B-4 to Mayor and Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision at 611 N. Wall Street (unanimous)
• Recommended 50-foot height variance for Entergy tower at 0 Hwy 61 S to Mayor and Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for November and December 2020; deferred January 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Preservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on four applications regarding fences, sheds, and additions. The meeting also includes administrative approvals for exterior repairs and a discussion on historic district sign guidelines.

• Public hearing for 8’ privacy fence at 215 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street
• Public hearing for new storage shed at 8 Ravenna Lane
• Public hearing for exterior rear addition and two-story deck at 207 S. Commerce Street
• Public hearing for roof installation over existing deck at 207 High Street
• Discussion on Historic District Sign Guidelines

The Natchez Preservation Commission approved four applications, including an 8-foot privacy fence at 215 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street, with a condition to add a second layer of boards to conceal supports. Other approvals included a garage addition, a rear deck with fire escape, and a roof over an existing deck, each with specific conditions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 8' privacy fence at 215 Dr. MLK Jr. St. with condition to add finished second layer (all in favor)
• Approved garage addition at 8 Ravenna Lane as submitted (all in favor)
• Approved rear deck and fire escape at 207 S. Commerce St. with condition to coordinate handrail design with staff and HNF (all in favor)
• Approved roof over deck at 207 High St. with condition of 2 on 12 or 2.5 on 12 slope (all in favor)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, department reports, and several discussions. Notable items include a property discussion at 11 Winston Hill, an update on audits, and a request to install flags on city light poles for the Euro Car Festival. The mayor will also report on winter storm cleanup, a resolution for funding the MS Crime Lab, COVID-19 concerns, outdoor restaurant dining, and Spring Pilgrimage.

• Discuss property on 11 Winston Hill
• Update and discussion of audits
• Permission to install flags on City owned light poles for the Euro Car Festival
• Resolution for Funding of MS Crime Lab
• Discussion of outdoor eating – Natchez restaurants

The Board approved a $157,056 grant agreement with MDAH for reroofing City Hall, along with a preservation covenant and an $18,281 architectural services contract. It also approved Change Order #6 for the North Natchez Drainage project, reducing the contract by $18,406.55 and extending the completion date to September 5, 2021. The Board authorized proceeding with a lease-purchase agreement for police and fire vehicles, and approved a resolution supporting funding for the MS Crime Lab. It also approved DIP grant funding for a matter discussed in executive session.

• Approved minutes of the February 23 and February 25, 2021 meetings.
• Approved pinwheel display on the Bluff for Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.
• Took under advisement the Tennis Committee recommendation and instructed the city attorney to draft a contract.
• Approved the MDAH grant agreement for City Hall reroofing ($157,056 grant plus $84,568 local match).
• Approved the Preservation & Maintenance Covenant for City Hall for 25 years.
• Approved the professional services contract with Waycaster & Associates for $18,281 for architectural services.
• Approved Change Order #6 for the North Natchez Drainage project, reducing the contract to $2,840,313.32.
• Approved installing flags on City-owned light poles for the Euro Car Festival.

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider the emergency procurement of a contractor for debris removal. The agenda contains only this single action item, along with standard procedural items like the call to order, prayer, pledge, and roll call.

• Emergency procurement of contractor for debris removal

The Board of Aldermen unanimously declared a local emergency due to the winter storm and approved emergency contracts with Looks Great Services of MS, Inc. and Debristech, LLC for hazardous debris removal. They also authorized advertising for bids for additional cleanup work. All votes were unanimous.

• Declared local emergency due to winter storm (unanimous)
• Approved emergency contracts with Looks Great Services of MS, Inc. and Debristech, LLC for debris removal (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids for additional storm cleanup contractors (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, department reports, and several operational items. Key discussions include a possible exception for city pickup of winter storm debris with a potential contract with ER Assist, a new community service position in the police department, and a proposal for the fire department to host a regional MSTAT site.

• Approval of minutes from January 26 and February 9, 2021 meetings
• Discussion of exception for city pickup of winter storm debris and possible contract with ER Assist
• Police department discussion of new community service position and storm report
• Fire department proposal to host regional MSTAT site and replace jaws of life
• Award of City bank depositories to lowest bidder for two-year term starting May 1, 2021

The Board of Aldermen approved several items, including a $1,500 contribution for signage for the High School Championship Row, engaging ER Assist to assess winter storm damage, extending the 2016 TIGER grant by 12 months, reallocating contingency funds, establishing a Public Relations Officer position in the Police Department, and approving the NFD's participation in the MSTAT regional site. The Board also amended the MLK Clean-up Day to a week-long service event and approved the Claims and Mini Claims Dockets with one abstention and one nay vote. The jaws of life purchase was withdrawn and referred to the Fire Committee.

• Approved $1,500 for High School Championship Row signage (unanimous)
• Engaged ER Assist to assess 2021 Winter Storm Damage (unanimous)
• Extended 2016 TIGER grant by 12 months to June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Reallocated contingency funds ($222,426 federal, $74,140 non-federal) across project tasks (unanimous)
• Established Public Relations Officer position in Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved NFD participation in MSTAT regional hosting site (unanimous)
• Amended MLK Clean-up Day to MLK Service Week (unanimous)
• Approved Claims Docket (5-1, Irving abstained, Dillard nay) and Mini Claims Docket (5-1, Irving abstained)

Planning Commission

The February 18, 2021 Natchez Planning Commission regular meeting was cancelled because of an ice storm. The agenda had included a public hearing on a special exception request for a guest house, approval of prior meeting minutes, and standard procedural items.

• Meeting cancelled due to ice storm
• Application PC 21-03: Charlotte Copeland, 822 State Street, special exception for guest house in R-3 zoning district
• Motion to approve minutes from November and December 2020; defer January 2021 minutes

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on five applications for exterior alterations, additions, and a historic marker. The commission will also receive administrative approvals for ten minor projects, discuss unfinished business including lighting at a monument and sign guidelines, and consider a conceptual design for an amphitheatre at the railroad depot.

• Application NPC 21-19: Mac Hazlip, 403 Main St., façade restoration
• Application NPC 21-22: Historic Natchez Foundation, 0 Silver St., Lafayette historic marker
• Application NPC 21-21: Bryan Smith, 531 S. Canal St., covered patio (deferred)
• Unfinished business: lighting at Proud to Take a Stand Monument (207 Jefferson)
• New business: Amphitheatre at Natchez Railroad Depot conceptual design

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, citizen concerns, and department reports. Key items include a $60,000 request from Adams County for DHS EWP, a proposal for new police cars, and a request for outdoor seating from The Kitchen. The board will also discuss property taxes, traffic noise on Gayosa Ave., and a WIFI proposal.

• Adams County DHS EWP request for $60,000
• Proposal for new police cars (Natchez Police Department)
• Request for outdoor seating by Fred Kent (The Kitchen)
• Change Order #2 for demolition project (Public Works)
• Approval to contribute to Natchez Euro Fest (April 9-10, 2021)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on nuisance properties and receive department reports, including a request to reappoint a planning commissioner and permission to advertise for general bids. The board will also consider approving claims, travel to municipal clerk and league conferences, and adopting federal tax credit provisions for paid leave. The mayor will discuss COVID-19, library and Natchez Inc. funding, pool improvements, and other updates.

• Public hearing on nuisance properties
• Permission to advertise for yearly and 6-month general bids
• Approval of claims docket and mini-docket
• Approval for clerks to attend IIMC conference in Grand Rapids, MI (May 9-13, 2021)
• Approval to adopt MS Dept. of Labor CCA 2021 tax credits for paid leave

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a finance committee meeting to discuss the general budget, funding for Armstrong Library and Natchez, Inc., final swimming pool improvements, and erosion concerns at the Adams County Department of Human Services. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• General budget discussion
• Discussion on funds for Armstrong Library and Natchez, Inc.
• Discussion of final swimming pool improvements
• Discussion of erosion concerns at Adams County Department of Human Services

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the City of Natchez's proposal for Urban Renewal Districts. The commission is tasked with reviewing these districts to provide a recommendation to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen.

• Public Hearing for Application PC 21-01: Review of proposed Urban Renewal Districts

The Planning Commission voted down a resolution to recommend establishing Urban Renewal Districts to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, with 3 in favor and 5 opposed. The commission then unanimously voted to defer the matter until more information is received, particularly regarding the inclusion of historic areas like Minorville and Watkins Street Cemetery. The minutes record no other substantive decisions.

• Deferred minutes for November and December 2020 meetings (unanimous)
• Rejected resolution to establish Urban Renewal Districts (3-5)
• Deferred establishment of Urban Renewal Districts until more information received (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on seven applications, including a demolition request, exterior alterations, and new construction. One application was tabled by the applicant. The commission will also hear reports and discuss unfinished business, including sign guidelines and a lighting installation.

• Application NPC 21-03: Demolition of residence at 305 Lambert St.
• Application NPC 21-02: Exterior alteration to extend roof at 319 Broadway St.
• Application NPC 21-09: Exterior alterations to Railroad Depot at 200 N. Broadway St.
• Application NPC 21-01: Storage building at 344 Arlington Ave. (tabled by applicant)
• Unfinished business: Sign guidelines and lighting at Proud to Take a Stand Monument

The Natchez Preservation Commission approved six applications, including exterior alterations, demolitions, a temporary deck, and a conceptual design for the railroad depot. All approvals were unanimous except for one awning installation (6-3) and one demolition/new construction (8-1). The commission also deferred approval of a lighting proposal for the Proud to Take a Stand Monument.

• Approved exterior alterations at 319 Broadway St. (NPC 21-02), including roof extension, porch steps, rear enclosure, and conceptual glass enclosure (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of residence at 305 Lambert St. (NPC 21-03) with conditions, including removal of concrete pad (unanimous)
• Approved rear porch addition and driveway paving at Dunleith, 84 Homochitto St. (NPC 21-04) (unanimous)
• Approved temporary deck at 114 High St. (NPC 21-05) (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual design for amphitheater at Broadway St. Depot (NPC 21-09), contingent on MDAH approval (unanimous)
• Approved awning installation at 404 Main St. (NPC 21-10) with conditions (6-3)
• Approved demolition and new construction at 302 Orleans St. (NPC 20-62) with conditions (8-1)
• Partially approved demolition at 306 Orleans St. (NPC 20-63), pending replacement plans (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals and several notable items. They will consider purchasing an excavator, two vehicles for the Inspections Department, and renewing contracts for security on the Bluff, commercial insurance, and Key Benefits Administrators. The mayor will also discuss COVID-19 concerns, funding for Armstrong Library and Natchez, Inc., and the Depot lease.

• Recommendation to purchase an excavator
• Permission to purchase 2 vehicles (on State Contract) for Inspections Department
• Approval to extend contract for security on the Bluff until January 30th
• Approval of renewal for City of Natchez Commercial Insurance
• Approval of renewal for Key Benefits Administrators