Natchez public meetings in 2024

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will meet to review department reports and city claims. The body is considering approvals for annual audits, government affairs consulting, and vehicle leases through Enterprise.

• Engagement Letter with Gillon, Christian, and Mosby for annual audits
• Engagement Letter with Harper & Bailey Governmental Solutions, LLC for Government Affairs Consulting
• Lease of Public Works vehicles through Enterprise
• 1st December 2024 Claims Dockets and Mini Claims Docket
• Duncan Park Golf Clubhouse Pro Shop Millwork

The Natchez Board of Aldermen approved the December 2024 claims docket totaling $1,984,500.19 and the mini claims docket of $171,802.28, with Alderwoman Irving abstaining on fire department portions. The board also approved a $5,000/month government affairs consulting contract with Harper & Bailey Governmental Solutions, passing 4-2 with Frazier and Irving voting no. Several other items were approved, including a $38,040 homeland security grant for fire equipment, a $12,850 electrical bid for the Depot, and a no-cost time extension for the Duncan Park Golf Clubhouse preservation project.

• Approved December 2024 claims docket totaling $1,984,500.19 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2024 mini claims docket totaling $171,802.28 (unanimous)
• Approved Harper & Bailey Governmental Solutions consulting contract at $5,000/month (4-2)
• Accepted $38,040 Homeland Security grant for fire department equipment (unanimous)
• Accepted R.L. Blanton's $12,850 bid for Depot electrical work (unanimous)
• Approved no-cost time extension to March 3, 2025 for Duncan Park Golf Clubhouse preservation (unanimous)
• Approved lease of Public Works vehicles through Enterprise (unanimous)
• Approved Option B for Community Alliance Dog Park at Duncan Park (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hear updates on the Natchez City Auditorium and Convention Center renovations, and consider several action items including approval of the Duncan Park Trail System, the Solid Waste Assistance Grant, and the sale of a city-owned parcel on Cooper Street. They will also vote on claims dockets and a professional services contract with SW Planning. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and litigation matters.

• Update on Natchez City Auditorium and Convention Center renovations
• Request for approval of Duncan Park Trail System
• Solid Waste Assistance Grant (SWAG) from Community Development
• Proposed sale of city-owned property: Parcel ID 41-103(A)-RD, 2022 acres on Cooper Street
• Contract for Professional Services with SW Planning

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications: a special exception for a place of worship in a B-4 district, variances for short-term rental distances and off-street parking, and an unfinished setback variance. The commission will also vote on approving its 2025 meeting schedule.

• PC 24-39: Joshua Modglin for JW congregation Support, Inc. — special exception for a place of worship on Enterprise Drive (Lot 14) in B-4 zoning
• PC 24-40: Heather Cunningham — variance to distance requirements for short-term rental at 804 Maple Street
• PC 24-42: Frank Junkin — variance to distance between short-term rentals and B&Bs at 820 State Street
• PC 24-37: Willie Washington — variance to number of required off-street parking at 45 Beaumont Street
• PC 24-21 (unfinished): Willie Washington — variance to setbacks for a new building at 45 Beaumont Street

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider several action items including approval of interlocal agreements for emergency dispatch consolidation and fire protection, hiring two private security guards for holiday duty along the Bluff and downtown, and approving claims dockets and a personnel report. Multiple infrastructure projects and bid packages are also presented for discussion or approval.

• Request to approve Interlocal Agreement Regarding Emergency Dispatch Consolidation
• Request to approve 19th Amended Interlocal Agreement between City of Natchez and Adams County for Fire Protection
• Approval to hire two private security guards for holiday duty along the Bluff and downtown, effective immediately
• Approval to spend $1,000 for breakfast and incidentals for a joint Legislative Tourism Retreat (Nov 18-19, 2024)
• Approval of 1st November 2024 Claims Dockets, Mini Claims Docket, and October 2024 Personnel Report

Board of Aldermen

This is a special called meeting of the Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss personnel matters; no other business is scheduled. The meeting includes procedural opening items and will adjourn afterward.

• Executive session for discussion of personnel matters

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider the acceptance of a Mississippi Home Corporation Grant and various department requests. Discussions include workforce development contracts, park maintenance, and bridge repairs. The board will also review the second October 2024 claims dockets.

• Acceptance of Mississippi Home Corporation Grant
• RTP award of $96,000 for trail development
• Change Order #1 for Canal Street Bridge Repair
• Contract request for Lamar Advertising for a Natchez Workforce Billboard
• Approval of the 2nd October 2024 Claims and Mini Claims Dockets

Planning Commission

The October 17, 2024, meeting of the Natchez Planning Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No votes or decisions were made. Items that would have been considered include a special exception for a place of worship, two variance requests, and unfinished business on a setback variance.

• PC 24-39: Special Exception for a place of worship on Enterprise Drive (Lot 14) in B-4 zoning
• PC 24-40: Variance to distance requirements for short-term rental at 804 Maple Street
• PC 24-37: Variance to off-street parking requirements at 45 Beaumont Street
• Unfinished Business PC 24-21: Variance to setbacks for a new building at 45 Beaumont Street

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider five applications for property alterations. The body will also review administrative and paint committee approvals for several residential and commercial repairs.

• Application NPC 24-122: Convert 2-car garage to studio apartment at 26 Cemetery Road
• Application NPC 24-128: Install charcoal gray 26-gauge metal roof at 201 Clifton Avenue
• Application NPC 24-129: Sign, awnings, and shutters for 415-419 Main Street
• Application NPC 24-132: Repoint and replace brick retaining wall at 305 S. Wall Street
• Application NPC 24-126: Install metal digital print flag at 100 State Street

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hear a request for allocation of Mississippi Opioid Settlement funds and an update on Merit Health Natchez's future direction. They will consider bids for millwork and furniture at Duncan Park Golf Clubhouse, an engineering contract for Canal Street Bridge replacement, and inspection services for street milling and overlay. The board will also vote on adopting a new City Employee Handbook and approving various claims dockets, payroll transfers, and contracts.

• Request for allocation of Mississippi Opioid Settlement funds
• Merit Health Natchez future direction update
• Bids for millwork and furniture at Duncan Park Golf Clubhouse
• Engineering contract for Canal Street Bridge replacement
• Adoption of new City Employee Handbook

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a special called meeting with public hearings on several applications, including a request to demolish a two-story structure at 902½ Washington Street and to enclose a gallery at 147 Homochitto Street. Unfinished business includes changes to approved sidewalk upgrades on North Commerce Street and a sign location at 913 State Street.

• NPC 24-115: R.L. Blanton Construction requests demolition of two-story structure at 902½ Washington Street
• NPC 24-112: Laine and Kevin Berry request to enclose one bay of gallery at 147 Homochitto Street
• NPC 24-108: Roof replacement with Heritage Manor shingles at 306 Washington Street
• NPC 24-114: City of Natchez requests wood enclosure for dumpster at 211 Franklin Street
• Unfinished business: Changes to ADA sidewalk project on 100 block of North Commerce Street

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a contract for speed enforcement technology in school zones and receiving updates on the 2025 budget and audit. Department directors will report on community development projects, including a dumpsite cleanup grant and sidewalk improvements. The board will also consider appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approval to contract with Intell.safe for enforcement technology for speeding in school zones.
• Review of Visit Natchez audit and presentation of the 2025 budget.
• Cleaning of illegal dumpsite via Solid Waste Assistance Grant from MS Department of Environmental Quality.
• Supplementary Agreement #1 for Commerce Street Sidewalk and ADA Improvements (Federal Aid STP-6090-00(001)).
• Request to publish notice for citizens to serve on the Natchez Preservation Commission.

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications: a special exception for a residential personal care home in an R-1 district, a special exception to re-establish a nonconforming manufactured home, and a redivision of two parcels. No new business is listed.

• Application PC 24-34: Special Exception for a Residential Personal Care Home at 202 Gayosa Avenue in R-1 Single Family Zoning
• Application PC 24-35: Special Exception to re-establish a nonconforming manufactured home at 116 Ivy Lane in R-1
• Application PC 24-36: Redivision of two parcels at 129 Duster Drive

The Natchez Planning Commission denied a special exception for a residential personal care home at 202 Gayosa Avenue (8-0) after hearing public objections citing safety concerns and lack of supervision. It also denied a request to re-establish a manufactured home at 116 Ivy Lane (6-2), and approved a minor subdivision at 129 Duster Drive (9-0).

• Approved minor subdivision for Julie Morris at 129 Duster Drive (9-0)
• Denied special exception for residential personal care home at 202 Gayosa Avenue (8-0)
• Denied special exception to re-establish manufactured home at 116 Ivy Lane (6-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will discuss requests to seek bids for infrared asphalt repair on Main and Franklin streets and mill/overlay on Canal and Homochitto streets. Other items include approval of a pay estimate for the Columbarium Walks & Landscape Project, receiving bids for the Daisy St. Emergency Watershed Program, and final approval to purchase signs for the historic district. Routine approvals include claims dockets, payroll transfers, and the personnel report.

• Seek quotes for infrared asphalt repair on Main St, Franklin St, and cross streets
• Seek bids for mill and overlay of Canal Street and Homochitto Street
• Approve Pay Estimate #5 for the Columbarium Walks & Landscape Project
• Receive bids for the Daisy St. Emergency Watershed Program (NRCS)
• Final approval to purchase signs for the Natchez Historic District

The Board of Aldermen unanimously adopted the amended FY24 budget, the FY25 budget, and the Resolution of Tax Levy. Alderman Davis voted for the budget but recused himself from any portion involving the Natchez Transit System Department. The total ad valorem tax levy for FY 2025 is set at 46.7320 mills.

• Adopted amended FY24 budget, FY25 budget, and tax levy resolution (unanimous)
• Alderman Davis recused from voting on Natchez Transit System portions of budget

Preservation Commission

The September 11, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to Hurricane Francine and rescheduled for September 25, 2024. The original agenda included public hearings for five property applications and reports on administrative approvals.

• Application NPC 24-108: Roof replacement at 306 Washington Street
• Application NPC 24-112: Gallery enclosure at 147 Homochitto Street
• Application NPC 24-113: Bronze marker placement at 500 N. Broadway Street
• Application NPC 24-114: Dumpster enclosure at 211 Franklin Street
• Application NPC 24-115: Demolition of two-story structure at 902 Washington Street

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss several public works and community development projects. The meeting includes requests to seek bids for asphalt and street repairs and the approval of various grant-funded projects.

• Infrared asphalt repair for Main Street, Franklin Street, and connecting cross streets
• Mill and overlay project for Canal Street and Homochitto Street
• Daisy St. Emergency Watershed Program bid receiving
• Purchase of signs for the Natchez Historic District
• Approval of 1st September 2024 Claims and Mini Claims Dockets

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen are holding a special called public hearing to receive comments on the proposed fiscal year 2025 budget for the City of Natchez. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 City of Natchez Budget

The Board of Aldermen met on September 5, 2024, and approved several agenda items, including a resolution to support the Mississippi Department of Transportation's road project and the appointment of city officials. The minutes are partially legible, but no substantive decisions beyond routine approvals and appointments were recorded.

• Approved resolution supporting MDOT road project (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of city officials (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three applications: two variances to distance requirements for short-term rentals/bed and breakfasts and one request to add a unit to an existing B&B. It will also revisit an unfinished application to re-establish a non-conforming use as a children's home.

• PC 24-29: Kathryn McCabe requests variance to short-term rental/B&B distance requirement at 324 N. Clifton Avenue
• PC 24-30: Ronald Fry requests to add one unit to existing three-unit B&B at 707 N. Union Street
• PC 24-31: Natalie and Keith Schwager request variance to short-term rental/B&B distance requirement at 305 N. Pearl Street
• PC 24-15: Bishop Stanley Searcy requests rehearing of special exception to re-establish non-conforming use as children's home at 806 N. Union Street

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will meet to review the FY 23 Audit and discuss the renewal of health insurance. The body will consider requests for engineering contracts and staff travel for professional certifications. The meeting also includes a budget update from the Downtown Natchez Alliance.

• Presentation of FY 23 Audit by Carr Hammond, CPA
• Approval of Health Insurance renewal
• Engineering contract request for 1051 Martin Lane
• Request to place advertisement bids for New Beginnings Church EWP Project
• Request for staff travel to the 2025 National Parks and Recreation Association Conference

The Board of Aldermen approved the Canal Street Bridge Repair bid from Dozier, LLC for $630,847.50 and rejected the bid from C.E.C., Inc. for failing to include required state law documentation. They also approved multiple change orders, including Concord Ave. and W. Stiers drainage improvements, and accepted the FY23 audit. Several other contracts, grants, and routine financial items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Canal Street Bridge Repair bid to Dozier, LLC for $630,847.50 (unanimous)
• Rejected C.E.C., Inc. bid for Canal Street Bridge due to missing state law documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #5 for Concord Ave. Drainage Improvements totaling $24,239.80 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for W. Stiers Drainage Improvements totaling $15,424.00, funded from infrastructure monies (unanimous)
• Accepted FY23 Audit for the City of Natchez (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of historic marker for Jerold D. Krouse, contingent on state and preservation review (unanimous)
• Approved Health Insurance Renewal (unanimous)
• Approved $905,472.24 MOU for Morgantown Road Drainage & Road Reconstruction Project (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and Board of Supervisors are holding a joint special call meeting. The body will discuss agreements regarding 911 services, fire services, and Morgantown Road.

• City/County 911 Agreement
• City/County Fire Agreement
• Morgantown Road discussion

The Board of Aldermen approved reallocating funds from the Silver Street and Turtle Lane drainage projects to the Morgantown Drainage & Road Reconstruction Project, and approved a $3,344,152.65 budget for that project. The board also approved a four-year E911 dispatch services agreement with Adams County, increasing the city's contribution to $492,215.85, and a four-year fire protection agreement with the county, increasing their contribution to $989,922.24.

• Approved fund transfer from Silver Street and Turtle Lane projects to Morgantown project (unanimous)
• Approved $3,344,152.65 budget for Morgantown Drainage & Road Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Approved E911 dispatch services agreement with Adams County, city contribution increased to $492,215.85 (unanimous)
• Approved fire protection agreement with Adams County, county contribution increased to $989,922.24 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold a public hearing on adjudicated properties, consider a contract for a multifunction printer for the police station courtroom, and discuss security at the Tire Plant. Other business includes approval of meeting minutes, claims dockets, and reports from departments and officials.

• Public hearing on adjudicated properties
• Permission for mayor's signature on multifunction printer contract for police station courtroom (state contract pricing with Canon)
• Discussion of security at the Tire Plant
• Approval of 2nd July 2024 Claims Docket and Mini Claims Docket
• Permission for Mayor Gibson, Tuwanna Williams, and Lakitsha Rogers to attend the MS Horizons Conference

The Board of Aldermen held a public hearing and unanimously approved a resolution to adjudicate properties at 211 G.F. West Blvd. and 27 E. Woodlawn Ave. for offensive accumulations. The board also approved several contracts, including a pay estimate for the columbarium project, a change order for the humane shelter, and a security contract for July 4th events. An executive session on personnel and litigation ended with no action, but a salary of $70,000 was set for an employee.

• Approved adjudication of 211 G.F. West Blvd. and 27 E. Woodlawn Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #3 of $4,768.20 to Dozier, LLC for columbarium site prep (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to activate RAISE Grant and appoint James Johnston as LPA Project Director (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for $3,500 to run water to humane shelter kennels, increasing contract to $49,700 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Frederick Lane Company for July 4th security (unanimous)
• Approved Denise Sebastian to Planning Commission (5-1)
• Approved including police reports and video in June 18, 2024 minutes (5-1)
• Set salary for employee #302346 at $70,000 annually (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a variance request for a short-term rental at 311 S Commerce Street and a special exception for an event facility at 403 Dr. M.L. King Jr N. Street. The commission will also rehear a special exception request from New Hope Missionary Baptist Church to re-establish a non-conforming children's home at 806 N. Union Street. No new business is listed for this meeting.

• Variance request (PC 24-27) by Jennifer M. Kelly for short-term rental distance requirement at 311 S Commerce Street
• Special exception request (PC 24-28) by James T. West and Sharon T. West for an event facility at 403 Dr. M.L. King Jr N. Street
• Rehearing of special exception for New Hope Missionary Baptist Church to re-establish children's home at 806 N. Union Street
• Approval of minutes from June 6 and June 20, 2024 meetings

The Natchez Planning Commission approved a variance for a short-term rental at 311 S. Commerce Street, a special exception for an event facility at 403 Dr. M.L. King Jr N. Street, and agreed to rehear a prior application for a children's home. All votes were unanimous except the rehearing request, which passed 6-2.

• Approved variance to short-term rental distance requirement for 311 S. Commerce Street (8-0)
• Approved special exception for event facility at 403 Dr. M.L. King Jr N. Street (8-0)
• Approved request to rehear Application PC 24-15 for New Hope Missionary Baptist Church children's home (6-2)
• Approved minutes of June 6 and June 20, 2024 (8-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will review a rezoning application for property on Lower Woodville Road and approve various city claims dockets. The agenda also includes the appointment of a new municipal prosecutor and authorizations for public works projects.

• Rezoning request PC 24-23 for 241 Lower Woodville Road from B-1 to B-2
• Authorization for Mayor Dan Gibson to sign EWP documents for 1051 Martin’s Lane
• Appointment of Lisa Chandler as Municipal Prosecutor
• Designation of April Holmes as the City's FEMA/MEMA authorized agent
• Approval of July 2024 claims dockets and June 2024 personnel report

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold an inaugural program to swear in Mayor Dan M. Gibson and other officials. The meeting includes the election of a Mayor Pro Tempore and the appointment of various department directors. The board will also consider appointments to the Natchez Convention and Promotion Commission.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore Sarah Carter Smith
• Appointment of City Attorney, City Clerk, and Department Directors
• Approval of Natchez Adams County Humane Society Agreement
• Payment for the balance of a new pumper truck from the Casino Lease Fund
• Re-opening applications for the Natchez Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several property applications. These include requests for building setbacks and rezoning for a new event facility and swim club.

• Rezoning request from B-1 to B-2 at 241 Lower Woodville Road
• Special exception request for an event facility and swim club at 241 Lower Woodville Road
• Variance request for building setbacks at 45 Beaumont Street
• Variance request for a storage building setback at 101 Pecan Way

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal to reinstate a special exception for a bar/nightclub. The agenda also includes discussions on the Concord Avenue Drainage project and new fire protection agreements with the county. Officials will also consider claims dockets and an agreement with the Natchez Adams County Humane Society.

• Public hearing: Bar/Nightclub appeal at 719 ½ Franklin Street
• Approval of Change Order #1 and Change Order #2 for Concord Avenue Drainage project
• New proposal for E-911 Dispatch and Fire Protection Agreements with the County
• Approval of June 2, 2024 Claims Dockets
• Agreement with Natchez Adams County Humane Society

Preservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on requests for new lighting, decks, and driveway modifications. The meeting also includes administrative approvals for roofing and painting projects.

• Driveway expansion and fence extension at 913 State Street
• Installation of exterior lights at 100 Main Street
• New rear deck and driveway at 415-419 Main Street and 418 Cotton Alley
• Metal handrail installation at Routh Cemetery
• Backyard deck construction at 804 Maple Street

Board of Aldermen

The Board will consider a partnership with Mississippi Coding Academies and a $75,000 DRA Grant to establish a local academy. The agenda also includes approval for bridge inspection contracts and various equipment replacements at the Convention Center and Armstrong Library.

• $75,000 DRA Grant for Natchez Mississippi Coding Academy partnership
• Inspection contract with Jordan, Kaiser and Sessions for Canal Street Bridge repairs
• North End of Depot Management Contract Agreement
• Equipment replacements at Armstrong Library and Convention Center

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a special called meeting to consider two public hearing applications. The commission will review a variance request for an addition at 743 Maple Street and a special exception for a children's home at 806 N. Union Street.

• Variance request for side and rear setbacks at 743 Maple Street
• Special exception to re-establish a Children’s Home at 806 N. Union Street
• Approval of April 25, 2024, minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Natchez Development Code, then consider city business including water works board reappointment, department reports, and approvals for air conditioner repairs and replacements. The board will also vote on the May 2023 claims dockets and a lease agreement for the Natchez Train Depot, followed by an executive session on personnel and litigation.

• Public hearing for amendment to the Natchez Development Code
• Approval to repair air conditioner at Convention Center
• Approval for new air conditioner at Natchez Police Department
• Approve Lease Agreement to Restore and Operate North End of Natchez Train Depot
• Request for approval of 2nd May 2023 Claims Docket and Mini Claims Docket

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission's May 16, 2024 regular meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum and rescheduled for June 6, 2024. The agenda included two public hearing applications: a variance request for an addition at 743 Maple Street and a special exception request to re-establish a children's home at 806 N. Union Street. No new or unfinished business was listed.

• Meeting cancelled due to no quorum, rescheduled for 6-6-24
• Application PC 24-11: Van Hawkins, variance for side and rear setbacks, 743 Maple Street
• Application PC 24-15: Charlie E. Stuart Sr. for New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, special exception for children's home, 806 N. Union Street
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 20, 2024

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will consider several routine and notable items, including approving garbage/recycle collection rates and a contract with Arrow Disposal Services, extending the fire protection agreement with Adams County on a month-to-month basis, and granting permission to rehire staff and open the city pool. The board will also vote on claims dockets, travel requests, and a property conveyance, among other administrative matters.

• Approval of Garbage/Recycle Collection Rates and contract with Arrow Disposal Services
• Resolution to approve 18th Amended Interlocal Agreement with Adams County for Fire Protection (month-to-month extension)
• Permission to rehire staff and open the pool
• Approval to accept low quote for storm damage repairs at George F. West and MLK
• Approve Deed of Conveyance to Patricia Bonds (property at Gayosa and Kelly Avenue)

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on eight applications for changes to historic properties, including siding, fencing, awnings, and roof replacements. The commission will also consider tabling the April minutes and hear reports from the chairperson and planning director.

• Application NPC 24-41: Van Hawkins, 743 Maple St., siding, windows, roof, rear addition
• Application NPC 24-43: Pete Cantu, 108 N Commerce St., awning over front doors
• Application NPC 24-45: Pete Cantu, 404 Main St., storefront remodel with new doors/windows
• Application NPC 24-53: Dan & Marla Gibson, 310 S. Pearl St., replace 6-ft fence with 8-ft fence
• Application NPC 24-49: Fred Foster, 2 Elm St., replace rear roof with 'R' panel roof

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is meeting in a special session to consider accepting the low bid for the Commerce Street Sidewalk & ADA Improvements project, subject to state approval, and to authorize the mayor to sign related documents. The board will also discuss pursuing a federal grant for medical economic development and may enter executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Accept low bid of Wildstone Construction Services, LLC for Commerce Street Sidewalk & ADA Improvements (Federal Aid # STP-6090-00(001) / 109134-70100)
• Authorize Mayor Dan M. Gibson to sign all documents for the Transportation Alternative Program
• Approval to pursue a Federal Grant for Medical Economic Development in Natchez
• Executive session for personnel and litigation

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Development Code to add new uses to the permitted use table and definitions. The commission will also review and reconsider a previously approved special exception for a bar/nightclub at 719½ Franklin Street to determine if the development has changed from the approved terms.

• Public hearing on Application PC 24-13: amendment to Development Code Table 11.2.2 and Section VII definitions
• Review of Application PC 23-09 for 719½ Franklin Street (Map #41-111D-110.1) regarding special exception for Bar/Nightclub
• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on adjudicated properties. They will consider approving a C-Spire contract for IT, a motion to advertise and receive bids for a downtown microseal project, and several claims dockets and travel requests. The meeting also includes reports from department heads and an executive session for personnel and litigation.

• Public hearing on adjudicated properties
• Permission to sign C-Spire contract
• Motion to advertise and receive bids for Downtown Microseal Project
• Approval of 2nd April 2024 Claims Dockets and Mini Claims Docket
• Travel approval for City Attorney to MS Bar Convention

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider a garbage collection and disposal contract, approve change orders and bids for several infrastructure projects, and discuss department reports. Key actions include a revised change order for the police department renovation, engineering agreements for drainage projects, and a proposal for the Yazoo & MS Valley Railroad Depot.

• Garbage Collection and Disposal Contract
• Change Order #1 for Natchez Police Department renovation, reducing Smith Painting & Contracting contract by $1,670.00 to $110,530.00
• Motion to execute Engineering Agreement with JKS Engineering for Daisy Street Emergency Watershed Program
• Motion to advertise for general contractors for Morgantown Road Drainage & Road Reconstruction Phase II
• Motion to accept base bid and Add Alt. #2 for Auburn Columns, Billiard Hall, & Pavilion Renovation

Board of Aldermen

This is a special called meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen. The only substantive item is a discussion about rescheduling the special called meeting originally set for April 11, 2024. The rest of the agenda is procedural (prayer, pledge, roll call).

• Discussion to reschedule special called meeting of April 11, 2024

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a CAP loan for a new fire truck and consider various approvals, including adding AEDs to city facilities, a grant for the Daisy Street Project, a contract for Canal Street Bridge repairs, and a revised tax exemption resolution. Department and city official reports will be given, and the board may enter executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Public hearing for CAP Loan for new Fire Truck
• Approval to add AEDs to Convention Center, Senior Center, and Natchez Transit
• Approval of EWP USDA Grant for Daisy Street Project
• Approval of contract for Canal Street Bridge repairs from Stantec
• Revised Resolution for Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Loss Prevention Services/Franklin St. Properties

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on four applications, including a special use permit for a bed and breakfast and three variance requests. No new or unfinished business is listed, so the meeting is primarily focused on these applications.

• Special use permit for bed and breakfast with commercial meeting privileges at 8 Ravenna Lane (PC 24-04)
• Variance to street right-of-way and front/rear setbacks at 96 Hunter's Lane (PC 24-05)
• Variance to 300-foot distance between short-term rentals and B&Bs at 705 Washington Street (PC 24-06)
• Variance to 300-foot distance between short-term rentals and B&Bs at 214 Washington Street (PC 24-07)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to discuss a proposal for garbage collection and disposal services for the city. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel and contracts, followed by adjournment.

• Discussion of proposal for garbage collection and disposal services
• Executive session on personnel and contracts

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is meeting to handle routine approvals and several notable items. They will consider a request for proposals for solid waste collection and recycling services, approve a contract for repairs to the Canal Street/Natchez Railroad Bridge, and vote on applying for a federal recreational trails grant with a required local match.

• Request for proposals for solid waste collection, recycling and disposal services
• Approval to contract with Stantec Corporation for repairs to the Canal Street/Natchez Railroad Bridge
• Motion to apply for Recreational Trails Program grant from FHWA with 80/20 federal/local match
• Motion to provide 20% local match for the trails grant
• Final approval of contract with Natchez-Adams County Humane Society for facility renovation and operation

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on 11 applications for changes to historic properties, including fences, doors, windows, a sign, a roof, and a parking lot expansion. They will also consider one unfinished application for a pergola and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, with no new business.

• Application NPC 24-11: Fence and gates at 801 Myrtle Avenue
• Application NPC 24-14: Replace doors and transom window at 101-103 S. Pearl Street
• Application NPC 24-18: Sign for Magnolia Bluffs Casino at Broadway and Roth Hill
• Application NPC 24-20: Security system upgrades at Trinity Episcopal Church, 305 S. Commerce
• Application NPC 24-21: Enlarge parking lot at 211 Franklin Street

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is meeting to consider routine city business, including approving minutes, claims, and personnel reports. Key items include authorizing a request for proposals for solid waste services, approving a contract for Canal Street bridge repairs, and discussing a grant application for a recreational trails program.

• Request for proposals for solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal services
• Approval to contract with Stantec Corporation for Canal Street/Natchez Railroad Bridge repairs
• Motion to apply for Recreational Trails Program grant (80/20 federal/local match)
• Approval of claims docket, mini claims docket, interfund loans, and payroll transfers
• Final approval of contract with Natchez-Adams County Humane Society for facility renovation

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to approve a one-week extension for the garbage collection and disposal RFP, moving the proposal deadline to March 7, 2024. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Approval of Addendum #2 for Garbage Collection and Disposal RFP
• Proposal deadline extended to March 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
• Executive session for personnel discussion

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to approve Addendum #2 for the Garbage Collection and Disposal RFP, extending the proposal deadline by one week to March 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Approval of Addendum #2 for Garbage Collection and Disposal RFP
• Proposal deadline extended to March 7, 2024, 2:00 p.m.
• Executive session for personnel

Planning Commission

The Natchez Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review two applications: a reconsideration of a special exception for a bar/nightclub at 719½ Franklin Street, and a subdivision request for property at the southwest corner of Canal and State Streets. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 16, 2023, and a chairperson's report. No new or unfinished business is listed.

• Reconsideration of Application PC 23-09 for a bar/nightclub special exception at 719½ Franklin Street (Map #41-111D-110.1)
• Subdivision application PC 24-02 by Deborah Stahlman for property at southwest corner of Canal and State Streets (Map #41-112A-52)
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 meeting

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on three applications: enclosing a drive-thru at 321 Franklin Street, installing a pergola at 707 N Union Street, and replacing picnic tables on S. Broadway. The commission will also approve minutes and receive reports on administrative and paint committee approvals.

• Application NPC 24-07: Enclose drive-thru at 321 Franklin St. for All Star Recovery
• Application NPC 24-08: Install pergola at 707 N Union St.
• Application NPC 24-09: Replace picnic tables on 300 block of S. Broadway
• Approved: Paint committee for 818 Main St. and 108 S. Commerce
• Approved: Removal of dangerous tree at 107 S. Broadway

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review department reports, approve various claims dockets, and discuss animal service agreements. The meeting includes requests for staff travel and the acceptance of a Planning Commission resignation.

• Acceptance of Deborah Martin's resignation from the Planning Commission
• Approval of February 1, 2024, Claims Dockets and Mini Claims Docket
• Discussion of animal agreements with Natchez Spay Neuter and Hoofbeats and Pawprints Rescue
• Approval of agreement with County Executive Committees to run the 2024 election
• Travel requests for Parks and Recreation staff and Planning Director

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider several city business items. They will vote on a contract with Volkert Engineering for Canal Street Bridge repairs, discuss an offer to purchase city property, and approve advertising an RFP for the north end of the depot. They will also consider a resolution to apply for a state loan to buy a new fire truck and discuss an RFP for solid waste and recycling services.

• Approval to contract with Volkert Engineering for Canal Street Bridge repair/replacement strategy
• Discussion of offer to purchase city property
• Approval to advertise RFP for north end of depot
• Request for Proposals for Solid Waste, Recycling & Disposal (up to 6-year term, CPI adjustments)
• Resolution to apply for CAP Loan up to $500K for new fire truck (Rosenbauer pumper)

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen will consider several bids and contracts, including solid waste and recycling services, renovation of the old railroad depot, and purchase of a new excavator. They will also recognize retired employees and approve various financial dockets and reports.

• Receive quote bids for site prep and installation of brick pavers at the Depot
• Request for proposals for solid waste and recycling collection and disposal services
• Request for proposals for design, renovation, and operation of the North End of the Old Yazoo & Mississippi Valley Railroad Depot
• Approval of NRCS agreement for erosion project near Triumph Lane/New Beginnings Church
• Request for approval to accept bids and purchase a new excavator

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Application PC 23-09. The commission will determine if the development at 719½ Franklin Street has modified the terms of its approved Special Exception for a Bar/Nightclub.

• Public hearing for Application PC 23-09 (Rickey Banks and David Haywood)
• Review of Special Exception terms for Bar/Nightclub at 719½ Franklin Street

Board of Aldermen

The Natchez Board of Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider several city business items, including receiving quote bids for site prep and brick paver installation at the Depot, reviewing proposals for solid waste and recycling services, and approving the purchase of a new excavator. The board will also recognize retired employees, approve various financial dockets and transfers, and potentially enter executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Receive quote bids for site prep & installation of brick pavers at the Depot
• Request for Proposals for Solid Waste & Recycling Collection and Disposal Services
• Request for approval to accept bids and purchase of a new excavator
• Approval of contract with Dian Lusher (Workforce Development)
• Approve Jack Lazarus contract as City Attorney

Preservation Commission

The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on two applications: one to construct a fire escape and deck at 108 N. Commerce Street, and another to build a gravel parking lot at 110 N. Canal Street. The commission will also hear a request from Ron Fry to address the commission, and receive reports on administrative and paint committee approvals.

• Application NPC 24-01: Fire escape and deck over storage room at 108 N. Commerce Street
• Application NPC 24-02: Gravel parking lot in green space at 110 N. Canal Street
• Request by Ron Fry to address the commission
• Administrative approvals: paint at 818 Main Street, tree removal at 107 S. Broadway, paint at 108 S. Commerce

Board of Aldermen

This is a special called meeting of the Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen. The board will vote to reschedule the regular meeting originally set for January 9, 2024, and then enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other business is on the agenda.

• Reschedule regular meeting of January 9, 2024
• Executive session on personnel