Vicksburg, MS
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VicksburgMS averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$117,000 Typical home value $146,983 -0.2% yr/yr · +1.5% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$63.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$68.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$19.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$48.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,253 (FY2023)
Development activity
20256 housing units ($2.0M)
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg board to vote on $600K paving contract, $74.5K water loan
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen is meeting to approve routine consent items, including personnel actions, reports, and sponsorships, and to consider several notable items: a $600,000 paving project contract, a $74,500 water infrastructure loan application, and a resolution related to eminent domain. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters.
- Authorize $600,000 Task Order #15 to Neel-Schaffer for 2026 paving project design and construction engineering
- Authorize Rural Water Association to apply for $74,500 DWSRF principal forgiveness loan for drinking water
- Adopt joint resolution with Warren County for eminent domain to confirm title and obtain real property
- Approve $5,000 sponsorship to Red Carpet Bowl Committee, $300 to Metro-Jackson Alcorn Alumni, $400 to Exchange Club
- Approve $512.83 payment to Stantec for Fisher Ferry Bridge Replacement over Hatcher Bayou
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building
10:00 AM
Monday, August 17, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Gas (1)
b. Parks and Recreation (1)
2. Rescind New Hire:
a. Police (1)
A.
ID-26-1075
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. August 3, 2026
2. August 10, 2026
B.
ID-26-1056
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Edward Adcock - Public Works
2. John Carroll - City Clerk
3. David Gladney - Police
C.
ID-26-1074
Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. July 2026
D.
ID-26-1055
July 2026 Crime Stat Report
Attachments:
Approve Water and Gas Administration Report
E.
ID-26-1054
Water & Gas Administration Report
Attachments:
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City of Vicksburg
Printed on 8/14/2026
August 17, 2026
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Meeting Agenda
Approve the following request from the Vicksburg Convention & Visitors
Bureau:
1. Reappoint Lynn Foley, Patty Cappaert, and Patricia Hemphill (Joint
City/County),
F.
ID-26-1058
VCVB Reappointments
Attachments:
Approve the following requests from Zaria Neal and Dominique Jones for
the City- Wide Prayer Gathering:
1. Permission to host event Saturday, September 12, 2026, beginning at
5:00 p.m …
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to award Highland Drive project, adjust fire pay, approve payments
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a consent agenda with personnel actions, sponsorships, and payments, plus routine items including appointing a city clerk and public works director. They will also vote on a $149,901.76 bid for the NRCS Highland Drive Project, a fire department tier pay scale adjustment, and several contract awards and change orders.
- Award $149,901.76 bid for NRCS Highland Drive Project to Maynord Landscaping, Inc.
- Approve Change Order No. 3 with Wildstone Construction for Riverfront Park, net increase $95,134.53
- Increase mileage reimbursement rates from $0.73 to $0.76 per mile (private vehicle) and $0.21 to $0.235 (government vehicle)
- Approve $32,843.81 payment to Warren County for Riverfront Park cost share and transfer from project fund
- Adjust Vicksburg Fire Department tier payscale effective September 2, 2026
budgetcontractsfire-departmentparkspublic-workspersonnel
✓ Decided: Board approves $149,901.76 Highland Drive project bid, appoints city clerk and public works director
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including personnel actions, in-kind sponsorships, a mileage rate increase, tax exemptions, and payments. They appointed John W. Carroll, Sr. as City Clerk (2-1) and Edward Adcock as Public Works Director, and awarded the NRCS Highland Drive Project bid to Maynord Landscaping, Inc. for $149,901.76. The board also approved a $95,134.53 change order for the Riverfront Park project and authorized a budget hearing for September 3, 2026.
- Appointed John W. Carroll, Sr. as City Clerk (2-1)
- Appointed Edward Adcock as Public Works Director (3-0)
- Awarded NRCS Highland Drive Project bid to Maynord Landscaping, Inc. for $149,901.76 (3-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 with Wildstone Construction for Riverfront Park, net increase $95,134.53 (3-0)
- Approved in-kind sponsorship for The Merge VHS/WCHS Class of 1998 block party at Halls Ferry Park, including fee waiver (3-0)
- Increased employee mileage reimbursement rates to $0.76/mile (private vehicle) and $0.235/mile (government vehicle) (3-0)
- Approved $59,456.00 TREAT program assessment payment to Mississippi Division of Medicaid (3-0)
- Approved termination of a City Clerk effective August 5, 2026 (2-1)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building
10:00 AM
Monday, August 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Gas (1)
b. Public Works (1)
c. Parks and Recreation (2)
2. Re-Hire
a. City Clerk (1)
b. Street (1)
A.
ID-26-1043
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. July 20, 2026
2. July 24, 2026
B.
ID-26-1014
Approve the following In-Kind Sponsorship requests from Kimberly Bolls on
behalf of The Merge VHS and WCHS Class of 1998:
1. Permission to hold Annual Block Party on Friday, September 18, 2026,
at Halls Ferry Park starting at 6:00 p.m.
2. Request for the park's operating hours to be extended until 11:59 p.m.
on the evening of the event
3. Waiver of Rental Fee
C.
ID-26-1018
In Kind Sponsorship-The Merge VHS & WCHS 1998
Attachments:
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City of Vicksburg
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August 10, 2026
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Meeting Agenda
Approve the following request from LaTasha Jackson on behalf of Global
Hope of Glory:
1. Permission to use Washington Street Park for their Three-Day Citywide
Revival event on September 13, 20, & 27, 2026, from 5:00pm - 8:00pm
2. Visible Presence from the Vicksburg Police Department to ensure
safety of all att …
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Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, August 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chief Jones.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Keyona Henry-Associate City Attorney/Human Resource Director
John W. Carroll, Sr., City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-1043
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Gas (1)
b. Public Works (1)
c. Parks and Recreation (2)
2. Re-Hire
a. City Clerk (1)
b. Street (1)
B.
ID-26-1014
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. July 20, 2026
2. July 24, 2026
C.
ID-26-1018
Approve the following …
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[context] The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Termination of a City Clerk, effective August 5, 2026. The employee is being terminated due to strategic realignment and restructuring of the City Clerk’s Office. The motion was…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board approves $614,985 transfer for Riverfront Development and adopts tax exemption for Ergon Asphalt
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet August 3 to decide on routine personnel actions, approve a $614,985 transfer from the Riverfront Development Project Fund to the Water & Gas Account, adopt a final order granting a tax exemption to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc., and ratify several contracts including a demolition contract for 915 Dewitt Street and grass-cutting services for 100 McAuley Drive and 2704 Oak Street.
- Transfer $614,985 from Riverfront Development Project Fund to Water & Gas Account
- Adopt final order granting tax exemption to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc.
- Approve demolition contract for 915 Dewitt Street for $6,100
- Approve grass-cutting contracts for 100 McAuley Drive ($3,000) and 2704 Oak Street ($1,000)
- Authorize $19,250 in matching funds for Warren County Port Commission's new port project on Highway 61 South
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✓ Decided: Board declares five properties public menaces, authorizes cleanup and demolition
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously declared five properties on First East and Main Streets public menaces and authorized the Community Development Director to proceed with cut, cleanup, and demolition, with costs assessed to owners. The board also received sealed bids for several projects, including the Highland Drive NRCS project and Convention Center Wall Remediation, and approved numerous routine items including budget amendments, a revised travel policy, and police training requests. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Declared 5 properties on First East and Main Streets public menaces, authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
- Received bids for Highland Drive NRCS Project: Maynord Landscaping $149,901.76, Innovative Performance Construction $155,537.50 (3-0)
- Received bid for Convention Center Wall Remediation: Hemphill Construction $1,640,043.75 (3-0)
- Received bid for Asphalt Paving Term Bid: Hayes General Construction $7,055.00 (3-0)
- Received bid for Five Properties: Mitchell's Little Helpers $10,500 (3-0)
- Rejected all bids for Grass Cutting Flood Buyout Properties, authorized re-advertising (3-0)
- Approved $19,250 additional matching funds for Warren County Port Commission land acquisition (3-0)
- Approved $6,696 KnowBe4 security awareness training renewal for IT Department (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, August 3, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Ten (10) years of service:
a. Berry Henderson - Gas Department
A. ID-26-1002
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Administration (1)
b. Fire (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Fire (1)
3. Retirement:
a. Police (1)
A. ID-26-1005
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $500.00 from Pastor
Linda Sweezer-Rowster on behalf of The House of Peace Worship Church
International for the 11th Annual Pastors, Ministers, and Leaders
Conference pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the
Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
B. ID-26-0987
Sponsorship House of PeaceAttachments:
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August 3, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Authorize City Clerk to Transfer funds FROM the Separate Project Bank
Accounts TO reimburse the City's Water & Gas (pooled cash) Account for
project expenditures as follows:
1. FROM Riverfront Development Project Fund Account TO Water & Gas
(pooled cash) Account in the amount of $614,985.16
2. FROM Baseball Field Lighting Project Account TO Water & Gas (pooled
ca …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, August 3, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chief Burns..
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Keyona Henry-Associate City Attorney/Human Resource Director
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-1002
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Ten (10) years of service:
a. Berry Henderson - Gas Department
Mayor Thompson recognized Berry Henderson – Gas Department for ten (10)
years of service. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen congratulated all employees
for their dedicated years of service with the City of Vicksburg.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, A …
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[context] MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg board considers $614,985 payment for Riverfront Park project
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several professional service payments, tax exemptions for local businesses, and bid awards for city lot maintenance. The board is also reviewing a revised travel policy and contracts for the Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum.
- Payment of $614,985.16 to Warren County Board of Supervisors for the Riverfront Park Development Project
- Ad Valorem tax exemptions for Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC, Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc., and Ergon Refining, Inc.
- Bid awards to Grass Champions Association for lot clearing and grass cutting at McAuley Drive, Grammar Street, Oak Street, South Street, and Pearl Street
- Authorization of $24,526.72 for Eagle Eye Network Cameras from Wilson Technology, Inc.
- Payment of $63,237.93 for 15 full-time E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
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✓ Decided: Board declares 9 properties public menaces, authorizes cleanup and demolition
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously declared nine properties public menaces to health, safety, and welfare and authorized the Community Development Director to proceed with cutting, cleanup, and demolition, with costs assessed to owners. The board also approved consent agenda items including tax exemptions, payments, and appointments, and took personnel actions in executive session, including a police officer suspension and a Parks & Recreation Director termination. The revised travel policy was tabled.
- Declared 9 properties public menaces, authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
- Approved $614,985.16 cost share for Riverfront Park Development (consent)
- Approved ad valorem tax exemptions for Vicksburg Forest Products, Ergon (consent)
- Awarded $3,000 McAuley grass cutting bid to Grass Champions (3-0)
- Awarded $1,000 bid for 2704 Oak Street lot clearing only (3-0)
- Approved $24,526.72 for Eagle Eye Network Cameras (3-0)
- Approved police officer 10-day suspension (3-0)
- Approved Parks & Recreation Director termination (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMFriday, July 24, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Recognition - Vicksburg Police Department U-Turn Program GraduatesA. ID-26-0960
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Dennis Butler - Parks & Recreation
2. Ashley Barnes - Police
3. Jimika Dixon - Police
4. Michael Gadd - Police
5. Kiersten Stamps - Police
6. Shemika Carson - Police
7. Reuben Bowman - R.O.W.
8. Ramello Henderson - Vehicle Maintenance
A. ID-26-0965
Approve re-appointment of Nicole Harris to Public Utility Commission
(NRoute Transit Commission)
B. ID-26-0964
NRoute Transit Commission ReappoinmentAttachments:
Approve and Accept Free Port Warehouse License for the following:
1. Vicksburg Plant Food
C. ID-26-0961
Vicksburg Plant Food Free Port Warehouse LicenseAttachments:
Accept Application and Adopt Resolution (Preliminary Order) for Ad
Valorem Tax Exemption for:
1. Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC (PPIN #6658)
2. Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC (PPIN #7107)
D. ID-26-0958
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July 24, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC 6658
Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC 7107
Attachments:
Adopt Final Resol …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Friday, July 24, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Marcus James.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Thompson.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Keyona Henry, Associate City Attorney/Human Resource Director
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0960
Recognition - Vicksburg Police Department U-Turn Program Graduates
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0965
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Dennis Butler - Parks & Recreation
2. Ashley Barnes - Police
3. Jimika Dixon - Police
4. Michael Gadd - Police
5. Kiersten Stamps - Pol …
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[context] MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City approves $6,100 demolition contract for dilapidated houses on Dewitt St.
The Board will adopt routine consent‑agenda items such as personnel actions and meeting minutes. It will approve several contracts and payments, including a $6,100 demolition contract for dilapidated houses at 915 Dewitt Street, a $2,616.66 invoice from Vicksburg Tallulah Regional Airport, and a lease‑purchase financing agreement with Trustmark National Bank at a 3.98% rate and $11,921.84 monthly payment. The Board will adopt new park and recreation policies and resolutions for COPS microgrants, DPS LEO grants, ambulance service representation, and a charter amendment. An executive session will address longevity‑pay matters for various city departments.
- Award demolition contract to MP&L for 915 Dewitt Street houses – $6,100.00
- Approve lease‑purchase financing with Trustmark National Bank – 3.98% rate, $11,921.84 monthly
- Pay Vicksburg Tallulah Regional Airport invoice #31677 – $2,616.66
- Adopt Pavilion, Parks and Recreational Facilities Policy and revised application forms
- Adopt resolution to amend the City of Vicksburg Special Charter
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✓ Decided: Board awards $6,100 demolition bid, approves lease financing at 3.98%
The Board unanimously approved a $6,100 demolition bid for 915 Dewitt Street and awarded lease-purchase financing to Trustmark National Bank at 3.98% with monthly payments of $11,921.84. It also declared two properties a public menace, received sealed bids for grass cutting, and approved numerous routine items including personnel actions, policies, and grant applications. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Awarded $6,100 demolition bid for 915 Dewitt Street to MP&L (3-0)
- Awarded lease-purchase financing to Trustmark National Bank at 3.98%, $11,921.84/month (3-0)
- Declared 1401 Division Street a public menace; authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
- Received sealed bids for airport grass cutting; lowest $1,267 from R & J Handyman (3-0)
- Received sealed bids for flood buyout property grass cutting; lowest $2,000/week from Cutting Edge (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including new hires, resignations, and claims docket (3-0)
- Adopted resolutions for COPS Microgrants and MS DPS LEO Grant applications (3-0)
- Approved six longevity pay increases in executive session (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, July 20, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Kelcy Buell - Ambulance Department
A. ID-26-0942
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Police (3)
b. R.O.W (2)
c. Vehicle Maintenance (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Fire (1)
b. Police (1)
A. ID-26-0943
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. June 25, 2026
2. July 6, 2026
3. July 10, 2026
B. ID-26-0927
Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. June 2026
C. ID-26-0920
June 2026 Crime Stat ReportAttachments:
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July 20, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Water and Gas Administration ReportD. ID-26-0928
Water and Gas Administration ReportAttachments:
Ratify request from Alderwoman Vickie Bailey to reserve the motor coach
on July 19, 2026
E. ID-26-0926
Motor CoachAttachments:
Approve request from the Vicksburg Convention Center for
reappointment/appointment to the Advisory Board:
1. Reappoint David Cox and Cody Goss
2. Appoint Amber Morton to replace Scott Sledge
3. Appoint Larry Walker to fill the unexpired term of Marcus James
F. ID-2 …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, July 20, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Mayfield.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Keyona Henry, Associate City Attorney/Human Resource Director
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0942
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Kelcy Buell - Ambulance Department
Mayor Thompson recognized Kelcy Buell – Ambulance Department for five (5)
years of service. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen congratulated all employees
for their dedicated years of service with the City of Vicksburg.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Th …
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Fri Jul 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg board considers face covering ban and new commercial assessment area
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on an ordinance prohibiting face coverings that conceal identity. The body will also consider establishing a Business Promotion Area to levy a special assessment on commercial real property within the downtown district, with a public hearing scheduled for August 25, 2026. Additional agenda items include budget amendments, contract fee adjustments for water and wastewater services, and police officer appointments. These actions will update local safety regulations, adjust municipal service costs, and create new funding mechanisms for downtown business promotion.
- Adopt ordinance prohibiting face coverings that conceal identity
- Establish Business Promotion Area to levy special assessment on commercial real property; public hearing set for Aug 25, 2026
- Amend health and sanitation codes regarding containers (Sec. 11-78) and general provisions (Sec. 11-101)
- Adjust base annual fees for Inframark LLC wastewater and water treatment contracts based on Consumer Price Index changes
- Approve $28,861 requisition for seven fire suppression suits from Sunbelt Fire Apparatus, Inc.
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✓ Decided: Board approved a Business Promotion Area with a special assessment on commercial property
The Board adopted budget amendments and approved several contracts, including fire‑suppression suits and a wellness clinic. It accepted a land appraisal report and approved a $2,800 invoice for 885 North Frontage Road. The Board also adopted resolutions establishing a Business Promotion Area that will levy a special assessment on commercial real‑property, and set a hearing for a downtown taxing district. An ordinance to prohibit face coverings was tabled.
- Approved $28,861 requisition for seven fire suppression suits (Sunbelt Fire Apparatus) – unanimous (3‑0)
- Adopted budget amendments for July 10, 2026 – unanimous (3‑0)
- Received sealed bids for lease‑purchase financing interest rate proposal (five banks listed) – unanimous (3‑0)
- Accepted recommendation to award wellness clinic contract to Mission Primary Clinic – 2 Ayes, 1 Nay
- Accepted land appraisal report and approved $2,800 invoice for 885 North Frontage Road – unanimous (3‑0)
- Adopted resolution establishing a Business Promotion Area with a special assessment on commercial property – unanimous (3‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to publish notice and set hearing for downtown taxing district on Aug 25, 2026 – unanimous (3‑0)
- Tabled ordinance to prohibit face coverings – no vote
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMFriday, July 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Audrey Walker - Building Maintenance
2. Ten (10) years of service:
a. A.D. Benard - R.O.W
A. ID-26-0917
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Authorize issuance of requisition number 2606668 in the amount of
$28,861.00 written to Sunbelt Fire Apparatus, Inc. for seven (7) Fire
Suppression Suits to be used by the Fire Department (State Contract
#8200078720)
A. ID-26-0879
Requisition #2606668Attachments:
Approve Claims DocketB. ID-26-0884
Routine Agenda:
Discuss Southern Cultural Heritage Center UpdatesA. ID-26-0890
Appearing Stacey Mahoney
Adopt Budget AmendmentsB. ID-26-0900
Appearing Doug Whittington
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Receive Sealed Bids for:
1. RFP - Lease Purchase Financing Interest Rate Proposal
C. ID-26-0891
Appearing Doug Whittington
Authorize City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for:
1. Five Properties from June 10, 2026
2.100 McAuley Drive Fence Bid
3. City of Vicksburg Term Bid - Asphalt Paving & Related Items
D. ID-26-0902
Five Properties from June 10, 2026
McAuley Drive Fence Bid …
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City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Friday, July 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Chief Larry Burns.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Deputy Chief Tommy Curtis.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0917
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Audrey Walker - Building Maintenance
2. Ten (10) years of service:
a. A.D. Benard - R.O.W
Mayor Thompson recognized Audrey Walker – Building Maintenance Department
for five (5) years of service; and A.D. Benard – R.O.W. Department for ten (10)
years of service. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen congratulated all employees
for their dedicated years of service with the City of Vicksburg.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen v …
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to Award Sealed Bid for Wellness Clinic and Health Care Program for the City of Vicksburg Employees to Mission Primary Clinic. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg Board discusses sponsorships, personnel actions, and city service updates
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several sponsorship applications and various personnel actions. The meeting includes discussions on convention center updates, civil service rule revisions, and a FEMA overpayment refund.
- $2,500.00 sponsorship for Flowers Promotions Boxing Event
- $3,000.00 payment to Voice of Calvary Ministries for housing consultation
- $6,805.98 MEMA refund request regarding FEMA-4538-DR-MS project overpayment
- Revision of Civil Service Rule IV regarding application eligibility
- Changes to Fire Department SOG Section 9.5 for Captain rank qualifications
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✓ Decided: Board ratified the Mayor's contract with Frasco Entertainment for Rockstar-Enterprises
The Board adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included new hires, additions to the employee driver list, three sponsorships totaling $3,250, and a $3,000 invoice. It received sealed bids for grass‑cutting services and approved revisions to a civil‑service rule, fire‑department operating guidelines, badge‑retention resolutions, a $6,805.98 refund, a grant extension, and the Mayor’s contract with Frasco Entertainment. The Board also approved fire‑department job descriptions and the department’s organizational chart, and moved into an executive session.
- Adopted agenda (3‑0)
- Approved consent agenda items: new hires, driver list, sponsorships ($250, $2,500, $500) and $3,000 invoice (3‑0)
- Received sealed bids for grass cutting: Cutting Edge Lawn Services $16,500 and Grass Champions $3,000 (2‑1)
- Approved revision of Civil Service Rule IV (3‑0)
- Approved fire department SOG changes for Captain rank qualifications (3‑0)
- Ratified Mayor’s contract with Frasco Entertainment (Rockstar-Enterprises) (3‑0)
- Approved fire department job descriptions for Chief of Fire Prevention and Executive Assistant (3‑0)
- Approved fire department organizational chart (3‑0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, July 6, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Administration (Summer) (2)
b. Parks & Recreation (2)
c. Police Department (3)
A. ID-26-0869
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. John Grandberry - R.O.W
2. Joniya Scroggins - Recreation
3. Madison Hoffman - HR
4. Ryan Davidson - Recreation
5. Lynda Jackson - Action Line
6. Cody Burns - IT
B. ID-26-0858
Approve request from Jean Andrews on behalf of Fuzzy Johnson Baseball
League for Complimentary Use of the Ardis T. Williams, Sr. Auditorium on
August 1, 2026 for their Athletic Banquet
C. ID-26-0796
Fuzzy Johnson Comp UseAttachments:
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July 6, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $250.00 from Malisa
Williams on behalf Nu Kappa Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority,
Incorporated for their 40th Chapter Anniversary Celebration and Awards
Program pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the Mississippi
Code of 1972, as amended
D. ID-26-0857
Sponsorship Zeta Phi BetaAttachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of …
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1415 Walnut Street
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City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, July 6, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Alderman Mayfield.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Thompson.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0869
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Administration (Summer) (2)
b. Parks & Recreation (2)
c. Police Department (3)
B.
ID-26-0858
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. John Grandberry - R.O.W
2. Joniya Scroggins - Recreation
3. Madison Hoffman - HR
4. Ryan Davidson - Re …
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[context] Two (2) Paper Bids: Cutting Edge Lawn Services, 45 Mobile Hill Drive, Vicksburg, Mississippi 39183, $16,500.00 Grass Champions, 116 Trailwood Drive, Vicksburg, Mississippi 39180, $3,000.00…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
[context] One (1) Paper Bid: Grass Champions, 116 Trailwood Drive, Vicksburg, Mississippi, $4,000.00 The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to approve $1.5M water loan reimbursement, $896K sewer repairs
The Board considers approving a $1.53 million payment request for a state water pollution control loan, along with over $1.3 million in sewer repair invoices. Other actions include a public hearing on nuisance properties, an ambulance rate increase, and approval of multiple contracts and permits.
- Approve $1,533,232.98 reimbursement for Water Pollution Control Revolving Loan
- Approve $896,702.76 and $415,465.81 pay apps for sewer repairs (Suncoast Infrastructure)
- Public hearing on whether properties are a public menace (Community Development Agenda)
- Approve ambulance rate increase from Fire Department committee
- Authorize demolition contracts totaling $33,750 for six properties
budgetpublic-workswatersewerpolicefireparkszoning
✓ Decided: Board declared 100 McAuley Drive a public menace and authorized demolition
The Board voted unanimously to label 100 McAuley Drive a public menace and to permit the Director of Community Development to demolish the dilapidated structures. It also adopted the June 25 2026 budget amendment. Several sealed‑bid advertisements for city projects were authorized. Additional approvals included a $200 sponsorship, a street‑block permit, and a city holiday on July 3.
- Declared 100 McAuley Drive a public menace and authorized demolition (unanimous 2‑0)
- Adopted Budget Amendment for June 25 2026 (unanimous 2‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for Convention Center Wall Remediation Project (unanimous 2‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for Rifle Range Road NRCS Project (unanimous 2‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for Grass Cutting at Municipal Airport (unanimous 2‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for Grass Cutting for Flood Buyout Properties (unanimous 2‑0)
- Approved $200 sponsorship for Grandparents Really Do Matter 5th Annual Luncheon (unanimous 2‑0)
- Approved street‑block permit for Trinity Temple Baptist Church Youth Back to School Event (unanimous 2‑0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMThursday, June 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Retirement:
a. Fire (2)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
b. Fire (1)
c. Public Works (1)
3. New Hire:
a. Administration (Summer) (28)
A. ID-26-0845
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. June 10, 2026
2. June 15, 2026
B. ID-26-0830
Declare Friday, July 3, 2026 a City holiday in observance of Independence
Day pursuant to Section 3-3-7 of the Mississippi Code of 1972
C. ID-26-0817
Independence DayAttachments:
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Approve request from Chief Larry Burns to reserve the Motor Coach for the
following dates:
1. June 30, 2026
2. July 7, 2026
3. July 9, 2026
4. July 14, 2026
D. ID-26-0832
Motor Coach FormsAttachments:
Approve Street Block Application from Pastor James C. Archer on behalf
of Trinity Temple Baptist Church to block off Letitia Street and Green Street
from the stop sign directly in front of the church for the Youth Back to School
Event on July 18, 2026 (July 25th in the event of inclement weather) from
11:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
E. ID-26-0794
Street …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Thursday, June 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderwoman Bailey.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
2 -
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Absent:
1 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Mayor Thompson, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey the Mayor and
Alderwoman voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, and Alderwoman Bailey
2 -
Absent:
Alderman Mayfield
1 -
5. Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0893
Employee Anniversaries:
1. One (1) year of service:
a. Marshalle Hall - Human Resource
b. Brian Boykins - Administration
2. Four (4) years of service:
a. Matthew Brogdon - Ardis T. Williams Auditorium
b. Kayla Johnson - Fire Department
3. Twenty-five (25) years of service:
a. Patrick Thomas - Public Works
Mayor Thompson recognized Marshalle Hall – Human Resource Department and
Brian Boykins – Administration Department for one (1) year of service; Matthew
Brogdon – Ardis T. Williams Auditorium and Kayla Johnson – Fire Department for
four (4) y …
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to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
[context] Akers - (Remove dilapidated and/or abandoned buildings and fences) - Not complied The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Adopt the Budget Amendment for June 25, 2026. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote: Page 5 City of Vicksburg Printed on 7/20/2026 June 25, 2026 Board of Mayor and Aldermen…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for: (1) Convention Center Wall Remediation Project. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for: (1) Rifle Range Road NRCS Project. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for: (1) Grass Cutting, Litter Removal, and Edging for City of Vicksburg Municipal Airport. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for: (1) Grass Cutting for City of Vicksburg, for the Flood Buyout Properties. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor on behalf of City of Vicksburg to execute a Master Service Agreement by and between Lexipol, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company to provide assistance with the required…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Proposal from the Vicksburg Fire Department Ambulance Committee for an Ambulance Rate Increase. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute a Letter to the USDA-NRCS, Area Engineer to Request a Time Extension #2 for NR254423XXXXC030 - EWP Project 5328 - 430 Highland Drive related to the March 15, 2025…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute a Payment Request #03 in the amount of $1,533,232.98 related to the Water Pollution Control Revolving Loan Program (Loan No. SRF-C280-733-06). The motion was adopted…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute a Mississippi Department of Transportation Application for Permit to Locate Certain Facilities on or to Perform Certain Work on State Highway Right of Way. The…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute an Exclusive Pouring Rights Agreement with Brown Bottling Group, Inc. and Brown Vending Company d/b/a Refresh Sips & Eats. The motion was adopted unanimously by the…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor on behalf of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg to execute an Engagement Letter with Gregory A. Thomas for the appraisal of the 7.2 acres of vacant land on North…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
Resolution to Declare Property Surplus and Authorize the Sale to the Vicksburg, Warren School District. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute a Demolition Contract by and between the City of Vicksburg, Mississippi and Willie Lott doing business as Reliable Dirtworks for 2641 Reed Street, PPIN 015229 in the…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute Demolition Contracts by and between the City of Vicksburg, Mississippi and Austin Simpson doing business as MP & L Construction for: (1) 503 Bowmar Avenue, PPIN…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to approve final $118,502 payment for baseball field lighting
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider routine items including personnel actions, crime statistics report, and budget amendments. Notable actions include approving a $118,502.50 final payment for baseball field lighting, purchasing two mowers for $28,762, authorizing a $1,000 youth basketball sponsorship, and selecting a company for a water park feasibility study.
- Approve final $118,502.50 payment for H&H Electrical on baseball field lighting project
- Authorize $28,762 purchase of two Turf Tiger II mowers for Parks & Recreation
- Approve $1,000 sponsorship to Play 2 Wynn for youth basketball camps
- Review proposals and select consultant for Water Park Feasibility Study at Key City Sports Complex
- Authorize mayor to execute first amendment to meter replacement agreement with Core & Main LP
parkspolicebudgetcontractspublic-safetyparks-and-recreation
✓ Decided: Terminates health services agreement with Southern Health Network
The Board approved the consent agenda, including a $1,000 sponsorship for youth basketball camps and purchase of two mowers for $28,762. They adopted budget amendments, a new Solid Waste Enforcement Officer job description, and revised shuttle bus rules. The final payment of $118,502.50 for the baseball field lighting project was approved, and the mayor was authorized to execute a first amendment to the meter replacement agreement with Core & Main. The board selected a company for a water park feasibility study and authorized termination of the health services agreement with Southern Health Network effective September 14, 2026. In executive session, they approved a promotion, two suspensions, and discussed land matters.
- Approved consent agenda including sponsorship, mowers, crime report, water report (3-0)
- Adopted budget amendments (3-0)
- Approved Solid Waste Enforcement Officer job description (3-0)
- Adopted revised shuttle bus rules & regulations (3-0)
- Approved final pay application $118,502.50 for baseball field lighting (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute first amendment to Core & Main meter replacement agreement (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to terminate health services agreement with Southern Health Network (3-0)
- Approved promotion of information specialist to Director of Constituent Services at $25/hr (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, June 15, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. IT Department (1)
A. ID-26-0802
Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. May 2026
B. ID-26-0786
May 2026 Crime Stat ReportAttachments:
Approve Water and Gas Administration ReportC. ID-26-0787
Water & Gas Administration ReportAttachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 from Donna
Brown-Wynn on behalf of Play 2 Wynn, LLC for basketball camps for youth
in the City of Vicksburg pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of
the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
ID-26-0809D.
SPONSORSHIP APPLICATION 2025-2026 (3)
Play 2 Wynn
Play 2 Wynn w9
Attachments:
Authorize issuance of requisition number 2606262 in the amount of
$28,762.00 ($14,381.00 each) written to Patriot Motorsports for the
purchase of two (2) Turf Tiger II 61" Zero Turn Mowers to be used by the
Parks & Recreation Department
E. ID-26-0793
Requisition #2606262Attachments:
Routine Agenda:
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Adopt Budget AmendmentsA. ID-26-0792
Appearing Doug Whittington
Approve the following job description:
1. Solid Waste Enfo …
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board approves up to $647,662 equipment lease purchase
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a resolution to authorize a lease purchase of equipment for the city not exceeding $647,662. They will also vote on tax abatement for Mutual Federal Credit Union, award contracts for demolition of nine dilapidated houses, and approve multiple sponsorships and fee waivers for community events.
- Lease purchase of equipment up to $647,662 (ID-26-0767)
- Tax abatement for Mutual Federal Credit Union at 100 Maxwell Drive (ID-26-0759)
- Demolition of 9 properties, bids totaling ~$50,275 (ID-26-0785)
- Sponsorship $2,500 for TOUCH Inc. Summer Youth Program (ID-26-0762)
- Requisition $114,131.21 for Tyler Technologies software renewal (ID-26-0760)
budgetcontractstax-abatementpolicefirecommunity-developmentdemolition
✓ Decided: Board approves tax exemptions for Ergon, multiple bids for lot clearing and demolition
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions, event permits, sponsorships, tax exemptions for Ergon Refining and Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, and various requisitions and payments. In routine agenda items, they authorized sealed bids for grass cutting and lot clearing, awarded a lot clearing contract to Evans Landscape for three properties ($1,000 each), and awarded demolition contracts for eight dilapidated properties totaling $45,275 to multiple contractors. A public hearing was also held to consider cleanup and demolition of five additional properties deemed public menaces.
- Approved consent agenda including 14 items (3-0)
- Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Malcolm Butler Football Camp
- Approved $2,500 sponsorship for TOUCH Inc. Summer Youth Program
- Approved ad valorem tax exemption for Ergon Refining and Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions
- Authorized $50,946.67 requisition for wastewater bar screen repair (QSM Group)
- Authorized $114,131.21 for Tyler Technologies Munis software renewal
- Awarded lot clearing bid to Evans Landscape ($1,000 per lot for 3 properties)
- Awarded demolition bids for 8 properties totaling $45,275 to various contractors
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMWednesday, June 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Kings Empowerment Center Summer Camp StudentsA. ID-26-0765
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Parks & Recreation (2)
b. Action Line (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Parks & Recreation (1)
A. ID-26-0772
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. May 22, 2026 (Special Called)
2. May 26, 2026
3. June 1, 2026
B. ID-26-0750
Approve request from Candace Gullette to waive rental fee for use of the
Veterans Field (City Park) on June 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to
host a Charity Softball Game
C. ID-26-0763
Waive Rental Fee-Veterans FieldAttachments:
Approve request from Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation to close
Crawford Street between Adams and Cherry Streets, and barricades from
5:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturday, June 20, 2026 for the 9th Annual Star
Spangled Night Run in Vicksburg
D. ID-26-0769
Star Spangled Night RunAttachments:
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June 10, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Taquelia Pendleton to host a Purple Ribbon Vigil &
Prayer June 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Vicksburg Farmer Street
Community Playground in recognition of victims and survivors of Domestic …
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to accept $102K grant match for Blues Highway Travel Center
The board will vote on accepting $102,000 in matching funds from the Visitors Bureau for a state grant to fund the Blues Highway Travel Center project. They will also consider budget amendments, approve several sponsorships and payments, and create a committee to review bids for grass cutting and demolition. An executive session will discuss longevity pay and medical service expansion.
- Accept $102,000 matching funds from VCVB for Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant (Blues Highway Travel Center)
- Approve payment of $53,507.55 to Hemphill Construction for Sewer Junction Box Replacement
- Approve sponsorship of $1,000 each for Vicksburg Post 20 Under 40, Sojoz LLC Summertime in River City, and Vicksburg Homecoming Benevolent Club
- Authorize Mayor to execute grant agreement with MDA for MMRG-26-018 (Blues Highway Travel Center)
- Create committee to review bids for grass cutting, demolition, and debris removal
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✓ Decided: Board accepts $102K grant matching for Blues Highway Travel Center
The board unanimously accepted a $102,000 matching fund commitment from the Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau for the Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant to support the Blues Highway Travel Center project. It also adopted budget amendments and created a committee to review bids for grass cutting, demolition, and debris removal. All other agenda items, including sponsorships, invoices, and a police training event, were approved unanimously.
- Accepted $102,000 grant matching for Blues Highway Travel Center (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute grant agreement with MDA for Main Street Revitalization Grant (3-0)
- Adopted budget amendments (3-0)
- Created committee to review bids for grass cutting and demolition services (3-0)
- Accepted revised appraisal reports for Vicksburg Municipal Airport (3-0)
- Approved $1,000 sponsorships to Vicksburg Post, Sojoz LLC, and Vicksburg Homecoming Benevolent Club (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute event order for police human trafficking training at VCC ($1,350) (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute MDOT permit for pipeline construction (2-0, Mayfield recused)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, June 1, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Recognition - MHSAA Track and Field State Champions
1. Arrionna Jenkins
2. Jayden Woods
3. Mckenzy Edmond
4. Zion Knox
5. Amiyah Hall
A. ID-26-0724
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Fire (2)
2. Retirement:
a. Parks & Recreations (1)
A. ID-26-0737
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. May 8, 2026
2. May 18, 2026
B. ID-26-0722
Approve the following requests to reserve the motor coach:
1. Donna Gray on behalf of the Vicksburg Convention Center:
a. June 6, 2026
b. June 10, 2026
c. June 11, 2026
d. June 13, 2026
2. Jennifer Harper on behalf of Senior Center:
a. July 25, 2026
C. ID-26-0721
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June 1, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Motor Coach FormsAttachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 from Jillian
Norris on behalf of The Vicksburg Post for 20 Under 40 honorees
publication pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the
Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
D. ID-26-0716
Sponsorship Vicksburg Post 20 under 40Attachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 from
Gabrielle Terrett on behalf of Sojoz LLC for Summertime in the R …
Tue May 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to vote on $115,500 audit contract, speed humps, and nuisance property hearings
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving multiple contracts and payments, including a $115,500 audit, $56,778 for speed humps, and $37,931 for medical equipment. A public hearing will determine whether several properties are public nuisances and authorize their cleaning or demolition.
- Approve $115,500 audit engagement with Booker T. Camper, Jr., CPA for FY2025
- Authorize $56,778 purchase of 18 speed humps on National, Chambers, 1st Ave, Meadowvale, and Bellaire streets
- Approve $37,931 renewal with Stryker Medical for stretchers, powerloads, and Lucas devices
- Approve $62,539 payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911 for dispatcher salaries
- Public hearing on 10 properties (e.g., 0 Levee Street, 3609 Halls Ferry Rd) for nuisance declaration and special assessments
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✓ Decided: Board declares 7 properties public menace, authorizes demolition
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted unanimously to declare seven properties a public menace and authorized the Director of Community Development to proceed with cutting, cleanup, and demolition, with costs assessed against owners. They also approved a $20,480 DUO multi-factor authentication renewal, $56,778 for 18 speed humps, budget amendments, and special assessments for 10 properties. All votes were 2-0 with Alderman Mayfield absent.
- Declared 7 properties public menace, authorized cut/cleanup/demolition (2-0)
- Approved $20,480 DUO MFA renewal (2-0)
- Authorized $56,778 purchase of 18 speed humps (2-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for May 27, 2026 (2-0)
- Accepted special assessments and resolution for 10 properties (2-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $500 sponsorship, multiple professional services invoices, bank letters, reports, and claims docket (2-0)
- Approved $62,539.24 payment for 911 dispatcher salaries (consent agenda)
- Granted 90-day extension for 109 North Locust Street property owner (2-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMTuesday, May 26, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Recognition - St. Aloysius Tennis Players State Championship
1. Walker Moore - MAIS State Champion 3-A Boys Singles
2. Michael Moore and Grant Gattle - MAIS State Champions 3-A Boys
Double
A. ID-26-0666
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $500.00 on behalf of
American Legion Tyner-Ford Post 213 for 5th Annual Charles Scott
Memorial Golf Tournament pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3
of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
A. ID-26-0696
Sponsorship Golf TournamentAttachments:
Approve the following for payment:
1. Allen & Hoshall for professional services:
a. Invoice #4042607-72511 in the amount of $33,365.00 for Vicksburg
AWS Utilities - Task Order 4
b. Invoice #4042608-72023-5 in the amount of $6,900.00 for CSAP
Repairs Year 5 (Construction Phase)
c. Invoice #4042609-720235T in the amount of $18,957.00 for CSAP
Repairs Year 5 (Inspection)
2. Neel Schaffer, Inc. for professional services:
a. Invoice #1114041 in the amount of $215.00 for Cedar Hill SWPPP
b. Invoice #1115875 in the amount of $612.50 for General Services
c. Invoice #1115876 in the amount of $5,320.00 for Sports Complex
Lighting Project
B. ID-26-0692
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Fri May 22, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to discuss personnel matters in closed session
This special meeting of the Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen is called to enter executive session to discuss personnel issues. Items include longevity pay corrections, a transfer, and discussions about job performance and health of employees in the City Clerk and Inspection departments. No public votes are scheduled.
- Longevity Pay Correction (ID-26-0702)
- Transfer (ID-26-0703)
- Personnel matter - City Clerk (ID-26-0704)
- Personnel matter - Inspection (ID-26-0705)
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✓ Decided: Approved longevity pay correction for benefits coordinator
The board went into executive session to discuss personnel matters, including longevity pay, transfers, and job performance issues. They approved a longevity pay correction for one benefits coordinator, raising the hourly rate from $16.85 to $17.05, effective May 19, 2026. Other personnel items were discussed but no additional votes were taken. The board then came out of executive session and approved all items discussed unanimously.
- Approved longevity pay correction for Benefits Coordinator (hourly $16.85 to $17.05) (3-0)
- Approved all items taken up in executive session (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Special Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building2:00 PMFriday, May 22, 2026
Special Called Meeting
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
Executive Session:
Longevity Pay Correction - Human Resource (1)A. ID-26-0702
Transfer - Human Resource (1)B. ID-26-0703
Discussion - Personnel matter relating to job performance, character,
professional competence, or physical or mental health of a person holding
a specific position - City Clerk (2)
C. ID-26-0704
Discussion - Personnel matter relating to job performance, character,
professional competence, or physical or mental health of a person holding
a specific position - Inspection (1)
D. ID-26-0705
Adjournment
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to consider Levitt AMP concerts, $46k fireworks, demolition bids
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will decide on sponsorship applications totaling over $60k, including $45k for Miss Mississippi. They will authorize a $46k fireworks contract, receive sealed bids for demolishing nine dilapidated houses, and vote on a complex request from Levitt AMP Vicksburg for an eight-date concert series with street closures and city services. Other items include sewer repairs, traffic calming measures, and executive session for personnel matters.
- Approve $45,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi Competition
- Authorize $46,000 contract with Pyroman Fireworks for July 4th
- Consider Levitt AMP music series at Washington Street Park (8 dates, street closures, open container waiver)
- Receive sealed bids for demolition of 9 dilapidated houses
- Approve sewer repair cost estimate with Hemphill Construction near railroad
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✓ Decided: Approved $45,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi competition
The board approved sponsorships totaling $58,000, including $45,000 for the Miss Mississippi competition and $10,000 for the Miss Mississippi Teen competition. They also approved a $2,000 sponsorship and fee waivers for the Juneteenth Heritage Festival. Sealed bids were received for demolition of nine dilapidated houses and lot clearing of three lots. All votes were unanimous (2-0) with the mayor absent.
- Approved $45,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi competition (2-0)
- Approved $10,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi Teen competition (2-0)
- Approved $2,000 sponsorship and fee waivers for Juneteenth Festival (2-0)
- Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Special Olympics Area 10 (2-0)
- Approved invoices totaling $148,350.02 for water/wastewater operations (2-0)
- Received sealed bids for demolition of 9 dilapidated houses (2-0)
- Received sealed bids for lot clearing of 3 lots (2-0)
- Adopted budget amendments (2-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, May 18, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Recognition of Warren Central High School Tennis Team on Winning the
2026 MHSAA 6A State Championship
A. ID-26-0637
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Ten (10) years of service:
a. Robert Katzenmeyer - Vehicle Maintenance
ID-26-0684B.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. April 27, 2026 (Special Called)
2. May 4, 2026
A. ID-26-0627
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Landscaping (1)
2. Retirement:
a. HR (1)
3. New Hire:
a. HR (1)
b. Recreation (2)
B. ID-26-0669
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May 18, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 from Sandy
Hearn on behalf of Special Olympics Area 10 for the Special Olympics
USA Games pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the
Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
C. ID-26-0640
Sponsorship Special Olympics Area 10Attachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $45,000.00 from W.
David Blackledge on behalf of Miss Mississippi Corporation for Miss
Mississippi Competition pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of
the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
D. ID-26-0647
Sponsorship Miss MississippiAtt …
Fri May 8, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to vote on $105K in economic development contributions
The Board will consider approving contributions totaling $105,000 to three local economic development organizations. Other major items include awarding sealed bids for grass cutting and litter removal, accepting special assessments for nuisance properties, and approving personnel actions and various payments.
- Authorize $60,000 for Chamber of Commerce, $5,000 for Retirement Development Program, $40,000 for Economic Development Partnership
- Award grass cutting bids: Area 1 $1,404, Area 2 $1,840
- Special assessments for 10 properties (e.g., 519 Fairground St, 422 Depot St) for cutting/cleaning
- Approve $42,559 for annual Sensus fee (water/gas) to Core & Main
- Approve police department human trafficking training at convention center ($675)
budgeteconomic-developmentpersonnelpolicepublic-workshousingcontracts
✓ Decided: City approves $105K in economic development contributions
The Board approved $60,000 for the Chamber of Commerce, $5,000 for the Retirement Development Program, and $40,000 for the Economic Development Partnership. They also approved grass cutting bids, special assessments for 10 property cleanups, and a $20,000 water plant emergency plan update. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $60,000 to Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce (3-0)
- Approved $5,000 to Vicksburg-Warren Retirement Development Program (3-0)
- Approved $40,000 to Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Partnership (3-0)
- Awarded grass cutting bids: Area 1 $1,404, Area 2 $1,840 (3-0)
- Accepted special assessments for clearing 10 properties (3-0)
- Approved Motorola Solutions radio maintenance agreement (3-0)
- Authorized $20,000 for water treatment plant emergency plan update (3-0)
- Adopted revised federal/state grants management policies (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMFriday, May 8, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Ten (10) years of service:
a. Jabaris McDaniel - Fire
b. Reginald Galloway - Fire
A. ID-26-0610
Proclamation - The Salvation Army Recognition Week (May 11-17, 2026)B. ID-26-0592
Proclamation - The Salvation Army Recognition WeekAttachments:
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. R.O.W. (2)
b. Street (1)
c. Recreation (2)
2. Re-Hire:
a. Ambulance (1)
b. Sewer (1)
A. ID-26-0611
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. April 24, 2026
B. ID-26-0600
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Brian Napolion - Administration
2. Joshua Mathes - Street
3. Willie Holt - Ambulance
4. Lewis Blake - Sewer
5. Curtis Ross Jr - Street
C. ID-26-0607
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May 8, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
6. Roderick Williams - R.O.W
Ratify approval of Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 on
behalf of Vicksburg Booster Club for the 2026 College and Career Signing
Day pursuant to Section 17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the Mississippi
Code of 1972, as amended
D. ID-26-0599
Sponsorship Vicksburg Booster ClubAttachments:
Approve request from Roosevelt Brown, Director of Parks and Recreati …
Mon May 4, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to approve $784K transfer for riverfront development
The Board will consider a consent agenda including personnel actions, proclamations, and event permits. The routine agenda includes discussion of the Vicksburg Convention Center, authorizing bids for lot clearing, adopting a truck route ordinance, and approving fund transfers totaling over $856K to reimburse the city's water and gas account.
- Transfer $784,573.41 from Riverfront Development Project Fund to Water & Gas account
- Approve $267,757.50 payment to H&H Electrical for Key City Lighting Improvements
- Adopt ordinance to amend truck routes in Vicksburg
- Authorize notice to proceed for water meter replacement with Core & Main
- Accept donation of a portable event stage from Americorps
city-councilbudgetinfrastructurepublic-workstransportationpolicepersonnel
✓ Decided: Approved truck route ordinance; tabled water/gas policies
The board unanimously approved all consent agenda items including personnel actions, event permits, and fund transfers. Under routine agenda, they tabled water and gas administration policies, approved a revised job title, surplus declaration, wellness agreement for police, grant applications, surplus weapon sale, software amendment, water meter replacement project, solid waste assistance agreement, truck route ordinance amendment, acceptance of a portable stage donation, and health claims payment authorization. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, minutes, holiday, event permits, sponsorship, fund transfers (3-0)
- Tabled Water and Gas Administration Policies and Procedures
- Approved revised job title for Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute wellness service agreement with Kroger Health for Vicksburg Police Department (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute notice to proceed with Core & Main for water meter replacement project (3-0)
- Adopted ordinance amending truck routes and classifications in city code (3-0)
- Adopted resolution accepting donation of portable event stage from Americorps (3-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing payment of self-funded employee medical/dental claims (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, May 4, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Presentation of Thank You Collage from the Exceptional Education
Department at Warrenton Elementary School
A. ID-26-0559
Proclamation - Municipal Clerks WeekB. ID-26-0573
Proclamation Municipal Clerks Week_0001Attachments:
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Main Street (1)
2. New Hire:
a. Airport (1)
b. Administration (1)
c. R.O.W (1)
A. ID-26-0578
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. April 20, 2026
B. ID-26-0566
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. David Price - Airport
2. Johnathan Grandberry - R.O.W.
C. ID-26-0576
Declare Monday, May 25, 2026 a city holiday in observance of National
Memorial Day pursuant to Section 3-3-7 (1) of the Mississippi Code of
1972, Annotated
D. ID-26-0571
Memorial DayAttachments:
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May 4, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Christopher Barnett on behalf of Eta Tau Chapter of
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. along with Bridges to Somewhere.:
1. Use of Washington Street Park for their annual family community event
on May 23, 2026 from 1:30pm - 7:00pm
2. Block Grove Street and Washington Street as well as Jackson Street
and Washin …
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Appoint Keyona Henry as Human Resource Director
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering the appointment of Associate City Attorney Keyona Henry as the new Human Resource Director during this special called meeting.
- Appoint Keyona Henry as Human Resource Director (ID-26-0558)
appointmenthuman-resourcescity-staff
✓ Decided: Council terminates HR director, promotes Keyona Henry as replacement
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously appointed Associate City Attorney Keyona Henry as Human Resource Director. In executive session, they approved the termination of the previous HR director due to strategic realignment and approved Henry's promotion to HR Director/Assistant City Attorney with a salary increase to $115,000.
- Appointed Keyona Henry as Human Resource Director (3-0)
- Terminated HR Director effective April 24, 2026, due to strategic realignment (3-0)
- Promoted Keyona Henry to HR Director/Assistant City Attorney at $115,000 salary (3-0)
- Adopted routine agenda (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Special Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building2:00 PMMonday, April 27, 2026
Special Called Meeting
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
Routine Agenda:
Appoint Associate City Attorney Keyona Henry as the Human Resource
Director
A. ID-26-0558
Adjournment
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Fri Apr 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to rename park after Myrlie Evers, plan grand opening
The Board will consider renaming Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park to Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park, accept donations for the park, and authorize a grand opening event. They will also approve various payments, contracts for sewer repairs and grass cutting, and a new time-and-attendance system.
- Rename Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park to Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park
- Approve $221,064.41 payment to Suncoast Infrastructure for sewer assessment repairs
- Approve $65,466.48 for E-911 dispatcher salaries
- Authorize contract with Tyler Technologies for time and attendance ($77,638 total)
- Receive sealed bids for grass cutting and demolition of dilapidated houses
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✓ Decided: Renamed Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park to Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park (3-0)
The board unanimously adopted a resolution renaming Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park to Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park. They also accepted donations for the park and approved a resolution for its grand opening, including a street closure and public safety presence. Other actions included adopting budget amendments, authorizing a Tyler Technologies time and attendance system contract ($77,638), and approving demolition bids for nine dilapidated houses.
- Renamed Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park to Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park (3-0)
- Accepted donations for the Civil Rights Park (3-0)
- Approved grand opening resolution for Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park, including street closure and police/fire presence (3-0)
- Authorized $77,638 Tyler Technologies time and attendance contract (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute Highway 61S Water Line permits with Allen & Hoshall (3-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for April 24, 2026 (3-0)
- Authorized advertising sealed bids for demolition of nine dilapidated houses (3-0)
- Received sealed bids for grass cutting, litter removal and edging (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMFriday, April 24, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Ten (10) years of service:
a. Robert McCarley - Public Works
A. ID-26-0541
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Sewer (1)
b. Fire (1)
2. Retirement:
a. R.O.W (1)
3. New Hire:
a. R.O.W (1)
b. Police (2)
A. ID-26-0520
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Jakiyah Jackson - Police
2. Michael Slaughter - R.O.W.
3. Holly Haywood - Police
B. ID-26-0515
Approve request from Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation to close
Crawford Street between Adams and Cherry Streets and barricade from
12pm-8pm on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for the 2nd Annual Mudbug Music
Fest
C. ID-26-0512
City letter rescheduledAttachments:
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April 24, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve the following on behalf of American Legion Tyner-Ford Post 213:
1. Permission to use Washington Street Park on May 16, 2026 from 12:00
p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a community event
2. Sponsorship request in the amount of $200.00 pursuant to Section
17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
D. ID-26-0544
Sponsorship American Legion Tyner-Ford Post 213Attachments:
Approve the f …
Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to approve $784,574 payment for riverfront park project
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda including payments, sponsorships, and personnel actions. They will also consider routine items such as lease financing for a street sweeper, budget amendments, and bids for grass cutting and demolition. Executive session is scheduled to discuss pay adjustments and various city departments.
- Approve $784,573.41 cost share for Riverfront Park Development
- Approve $25,000 sponsorship for Mississippi River Monsters catfishing tournament
- Award demolition contract at 1114 Second North Street for $13,000 to Carson Construction
- Approve grass cutting bids totaling $1,760 for state lots
- Receive March 2026 police crime statistics report
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✓ Decided: Approved $784,573 cost share for Riverfront Park development
The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $784,573.41 payment for the city's half of the Riverfront Park Development Project. They also approved a $25,000 sponsorship for the Mega Bucs Vicksburg Catfishing Tournament and rejected all lease purchase proposals for a street sweeper. Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition at 10 properties were adopted, and the board entered executive session for personnel discussions.
- Approved $784,573.41 cost share for Riverfront Park (3-0)
- Approved $25,000 sponsorship for catfishing tournament (3-0)
- Rejected all lease purchase proposals for street sweeper (3-0)
- Awarded demolition contract at 1114 Second North St for $13,000 (3-0)
- Approved special assessments for 10 properties (3-0)
- Adopted resolution for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (3-0)
- Approved budget amendments for April 20, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved $2,405.58 insurance for youth sports at James 'Fuzzy' Johnson Complex (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, April 20, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Retirement:
a. Police (1)
2. New Hire:
a. Recreation (1)
b. Police (1)
A. ID-26-0493
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. April 6, 2026
2. April 10, 2026
B. ID-26-0503
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $665.00 from Wendy
Mize on behalf of Delta Business Journal for Annual Vicksburg/ Warren
County Business spotlight May Edition 2026 pursuant to Section 17-3-1
and Section 17-3-3 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
C. ID-26-0476
Sponsorship Delta Business JournalAttachments:
Approve Sponsorship Application in the amount of $25,000.00 from
George Young on behalf of Mississippi River Monsters, LLC for 2026
Mega Bucs Vicksburg Catfishing Tournament
D. ID-26-0477
Sponsorship Mississippi River Monsters LLCAttachments:
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April 20, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve the following for payment:
1. ESG Operations (An Inframark Company) for the month of April 2026:
a. Invoice #176158 in the amount of $58,731.93 for Contract Operations
and Maintenance of the City's Wastewater T …
Fri Apr 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to award $199K grapple truck bid to Sansom Equipment
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will award a $199,000 bid for a grapple truck, authorize a $91,538 water tower maintenance agreement, and hold a public hearing to declare 10 properties as public menaces. They will also discuss updates from the Southern Cultural Heritage Center and Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau, and consider multiple personnel actions and contracts in executive session.
- Award $199,000 grapple truck to Sansom Equipment
- Approve $91,538 water tower maintenance agreement with Utility Service Co.
- Hearing on 10 properties (e.g., 1711 Grove St, 1415 Jackson St) for public menace and demolition
- Authorize change order for water meter replacement project
- Adopt resolution for committee to review Wellness Clinic RFP
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✓ Decided: Approved $199K grapple truck purchase, declared 3 properties public menace
The Board approved the purchase of a 2025 grapple truck from Sansom Equipment for $199,000, authorized re-advertising of grass cutting bids, and declared three properties as public menaces, authorizing cut, clean, and demolition. They also adopted a vehicle usage policy (2-1) and authorized the mayor to execute a breach letter to Schindler Elevator.
- Awarded grapple truck bid to Sansom Equipment for $199,000 (unanimous)
- Declared 2414 Hunt, 1046 Meadow, 2606 Oak as public menaces; authorized cleanup/demolition (unanimous)
- Accepted special assessments for 10 properties; adopted resolution for cutting/cleaning (unanimous)
- Approved Vehicle Usage Policy and Public Works On Call Policy (2-1, Mayfield nay)
- Authorized breach of agreement letter to Schindler Elevator (unanimous)
- Authorized change order #1 for water meter replacement project (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution to create committee for wellness clinic RFP review (unanimous)
- Authorized re-advertising sealed bids for grass cutting/litter removal (unanimous)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMFriday, April 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Recognition - Power Lifting State Champions:
1. LeAndrew Drake
2. Karter Thomas
3. Samuel Ross (Back-to-Back State Champion)
4. Cedrionna Blackmore (Back-to-Back State Champion)
A. ID-26-0439
Recognition of Student Achievement - Warrenton Elementary SchoolB. ID-26-0444
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
2. New Hire:
a. Police (1)
A. ID-26-0456
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Marcus James - Police
B. ID-26-0455
Ratify request from Donna Gray to reserve motor coach on April 8-11,
2026
C. ID-26-0435
Eastern Star Motorcoach ReservationAttachments:
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April 10, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Leandrew Drake on behalf of West Central MS
AARP Chapter #4967 for complimentary use (waive rental fee) of the City
Park Pavilion on May 12, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for their Annual
Membership Drive Picnic
D. ID-26-0438
AARP Comp Use PavilionAttachments:
Authorize issuance of requisition number 2604298 in the amount of
$91,538.30 written to Utility Service Co. …
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City to vote on license plate reader contract for police
The board will vote on a contract with Flock Group Inc. for license plate readers for the Vicksburg Police Department. They will also consider traffic calming studies, speed humps, and property maintenance contracts. Several financial approvals include water/sewer improvements and matching funds for community organizations.
- Authorize contract with Flock Group Inc. for license plate readers (Vicksburg Police Department)
- Approve water/sewer improvements pay app #18: $63,381 for Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives
- Accept special assessments for cleaning 10 properties, including multiple on Martin Luther King Blvd
- Approve speed humps on Chambers Street, National Street, First Avenue, and Meadowvale Drive
- Approve $13,500 matching funds for Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation spring/summer programming
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✓ Decided: Board orders cleanup & demolition of 10 properties via special assessment
The Board unanimously approved special assessments for cutting, cleaning, demolition, and site clearing of 10 properties, including state-owned lots and private properties along Martin Luther King Blvd. They also awarded a $1,200 contract for boarding up a property, approved a traffic calming study and speed humps on several streets, and authorized various funding requests. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved special assessments for cleanup/demolition of 10 properties (unanimous)
- Awarded boarding-up contract at 2717 Pearl St to Grass Champions for $1,200 (unanimous)
- Accepted real estate appraisal for Vicksburg Municipal Airport, approved $20,000 invoice (unanimous)
- Approved traffic calming study at five locations (unanimous)
- Approved speed humps on Chambers, National, First Ave, and Meadowvale Dr (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 matching funds to Lifting Lives Ministries (unanimous)
- Approved $13,500 matching funds to Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (consent agenda)
- Approved street closures for Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park opening and 601 Day Festival (unanimous)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, April 6, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Certificate of Recognition - AMAZE Award in memory of the Late
Alderman Michael Mayfield, Sr.:
1. Princeton Drones
2. Anthony Bishop
3. Aliyah Bryant
A. ID-26-0392
Recognition of the City of Vicksburg Tennis Complex on being awarded
Facility of the Year for 2026
B. ID-26-0381
Proclamation - Honoring National Black Bookstore DayC. ID-26-0375
Proclamation for National Black Bookstore DayAttachments:
Proclamation - Child Abuse Prevention MonthD. ID-26-0376
Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention MonthAttachments:
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Retirement:
a. Landscaping (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Street (1)
A. ID-26-0399
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. March 25, 2026
B. ID-26-0383
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April 6, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Application from St. Aloysius High School for Complimentary Use
of the Ardis T. Williams, Sr. Auditorium on May 19, 2026 for
Commencement Services
C. ID-26-0368
St. Al Complimentary Use of AuditoriumAttachments:
Approve request from Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation for Allocation
of …
Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg Board discusses zoning changes, waterfront expansion, and city payments
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review various municipal actions including personnel updates, event permissions for Levee Street and Gordon's Alley, and several contract amendments. Key discussions include rezoning requests for Halls Ferry Road and multiple ordinances to amend the official zoning map.
- Rezoning 4407 Halls Ferry Road from C-4 General Commercial to MX-2 Mixed Use
- Resolution authorizing property acquisition for Waterfront expansion
- Payment of $58,086.18 for E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
- Change order for Riverfront Park Site Development totaling a net decrease of $490,000.00
- Sponsorship of $650.00 for Mississippi Business Journal Senior Living edition
zoningpublic-safetybudgetinfrastructureparksgovernment-operations
✓ Decided: Vicksburg Board approves various personnel actions, sponsorships, and property cleanups
The Board approved a consent agenda including personnel changes, meeting minutes, and driver list additions. The Board also authorized several event requests, sponsorship applications, and payments for professional services and emergency communications.
- Approved Personnel Action Forms for new hires, resignations, and retirements (3-0)
- Adopted February and March 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Appointed Tommy Moffett to the Civil Service Commission (3-0)
- Approved Murals in Action fundraiser requests for Levee Street (3-0)
- Approved request for unmarked police vehicle inventory (3-0)
- Approved Hit the Bricks event use of Gordon's Alley (3-0)
- Approved Easter Weekend Family Celebration at Washington Street and Halls Ferry Parks (3-0)
- Approved $650.00 sponsorship for Mississippi Business Journal (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMWednesday, March 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Landscaping (1)
b. Fire (1)
c. Vehicle Maintenance (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
3. Retirement:
a. R.O.W (1)
b. Street (1)
c. Fire (1)
A. ID-26-0360
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. February 25, 2026
2. March 2, 2026
3. March 10, 2026
4. March 16, 2026
B. ID-26-0330
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Shantavia Davis - Police
2. Dalton Ross - Vehicle Maintenance
3. Dearius Henyard - Fire
4. Sioux Bean - Landscaping
C. ID-26-0335
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March 25, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Appoint Tommy Moffett to fill the unexpired term of James E. Jefferson,
Jr. on the Civil Service Commission
D. ID-26-0338
Approve the following requests from Jennifer Cowan on behalf of Lifting
Lives Ministries for Murals in Action Fundraiser event May 3, 2026 4:00
p.m. - 6:00 p.m.:
1. Permission for Levee Street Lane closest to the murals be closed to
traffic from Clay Street to Grove Street from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
2. Provide services of the Vicksburg Police Department and other
ag …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderwoman Bailey.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0360
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Landscaping (1)
b. Fire (1)
c. Vehicle Maintenance (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
3. Retirement:
a. R.O.W (1)
b. Street (1)
c. Fire (1)
B.
ID-26-0330
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. February 25, 2026
2. March 2, 2026
3. March 1 …
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Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg Board discusses disaster assistance and city maintenance resolutions
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several financial allocations, including a $13,500 payment to the Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District. The meeting includes discussions on disaster assistance following a January 2026 winter storm and various community cleanup initiatives.
- $13,500.00 allocation for Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District
- $172,664.25 payment to Southeastern Pipeline & Environmental Services for gas line extension
- $856.15 Volkert, Inc. invoice for water and sewer improvements at Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives
- Street closure request for Crawford Street between Adams and Cherry Streets on April 18, 2026
- Resolution to appropriate funds for the maintenance of Historic Beulah Cemetery
budgetpublic-worksdisaster-reliefcommunity-eventsgovernment-administration
✓ Decided: Vicksburg Board approves various city resolutions, pay adjustments, and personnel actions
The Board approved several community initiatives including city-wide clean up days and the sponsorship of 601 Day. Additionally, the Board authorized pay increases for accounting staff and suspensions pending termination for sewer department employees.
- Approved $13,500.00 allocation to Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District (3-0)
- Authorized advertisement for a 28 Cubic Yard Grapple Truck (3-0)
- Approved $885.00 radio advertisement for Miss Mississippi Pageant interviews (2-0, 1 recused)
- Authorized Mayor to execute disaster assistance agreements for January 2026 winter storm (3-0)
- Adopted resolution to fund maintenance for Historic Beulah Cemetery (3-0)
- Adopted resolution to sponsor City Wide Clean Up Days (3-0)
- Adopted resolution to sponsor Ward 1 Community Clean Up Day (3-0)
- Adopted resolution to sponsor 601 Day on May 30, 2026 (3-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, March 16, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Proclamation - Recognizing March 15-21, 2026 as National Safe Place
Week
A. ID-26-0306
Proclamation - Recognizing March as Social Work MonthB. ID-26-0307
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. February 2026
A. ID-26-0303
February 2026 Crime Stat ReportAttachments:
Approve Water and Gas Administration ReportB. ID-26-0308
Water & Gas Administration ReportAttachments:
Ratify request from Martha Thomas for in-kind sponsorship to use
twenty-five (25) chairs, podium, and Fire and Police Personnel for her
annual Stop the Violence Rally on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:30 a.m.
C. ID-26-0302
Stop the Violence RallyAttachments:
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March 16, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation to close
Crawford Street between Adams and Cherry Streets, and barricades from
1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for the 2nd Annual
Mudbug Music Fest
D. ID-26-0309
Mudbug Music FestAttachments:
Approve request from Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM Robert M. Walker BuildingMonday, March 16, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Mayfield.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present: 3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey3 -
Recognitions:
A. ID-26-0306 Proclamation - Recognizing March 15-21, 2026 as National Safe Place
Week
B. ID-26-0307 Proclamation - Recognizing March as Social Work Month
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey3 -
A. ID-26-0303 Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. February 2026
February 2026 Crime Stat ReportAttachments:
B. ID-26-0308 …
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to Approve the request for a radio advertisement submitted by Lendsi Radio V105.5 FM in the amount of $885.00 for the Miss Mississippi Teen Pageant and Miss Mississippi Pageant Interviews ($295.00…
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Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City approves over $148,000 in water and wastewater treatment contracts
The Board will adopt the consent agenda covering new hires, resignations and retirements, and approve several payments and contracts, including $148,350 for water and wastewater treatment operations, $53,595.91 for the 911 Emergency Communications Center, and a $9,680 transfer between project accounts. It will also approve a special assessment and resolution for demolition of multiple properties and authorize a service agreement with Puckett Power Systems for a generator at the water treatment plant. Additional items include re‑advertising a bid for a grapple truck and accepting a donation of services, flowers and plants for Washington Street Park.
- Approve ESG Operations invoices: $89,618.09 for water treatment and $58,731.93 for wastewater treatment operations
- Approve $53,595.91 payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911 Emergency Communications Center for dispatcher salaries
- Transfer $9,680 from Retaining Wall Projects Account to Water & Gas pooled cash account
- Approve special assessment and resolution for demolition of ten listed properties on Green, Oak, McAuley, Division, South, Washington, and other streets
- Authorize service agreement with Puckett Power Systems for a generator at the Water Treatment Plant
budgetwater-treatmentwastewateremergency-communicationsproperty-demolitionprocurementcontracts
✓ Decided: Board approved major water treatment contracts and several personnel pay adjustments
The Board unanimously approved two large contracts for water and wastewater treatment facility operations, totaling $148,350. The city also approved a $9,680 fund transfer to cover water and gas expenses. Pay adjustments were adopted for a police administrative coordinator and longevity corrections for a city clerk and a firefighter. Additional items included advertising a sealed bid for property boarding up.
- Approved $89,618.09 contract for water treatment facilities operations (2-0)
- Approved $58,731.93 contract for wastewater treatment facilities operations (2-0)
- Approved $53,595.91 payment for city's share of 14 full‑time E‑911 dispatchers (2-0)
- Approved $9,680 transfer from Retaining Wall Projects account to Water & Gas pooled cash account (2-0)
- Approved pay adjustment for Police Administrative Coordinator II to $19.17/hr (2-0)
- Approved longevity pay correction for City Clerk Deputy Clerk to $15.02/hr (2-0)
- Approved longevity pay correction for Firefighter to $18.26/hr (2-0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for boarding up 2717 Pearl Street (2-0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMTuesday, March 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Proclamation - Recognizing Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and
Declaring the Second Saturday in March as Sigma Gamma Rho Youth
Symposium Day
A. ID-26-0300
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Administration (1)
b. Police (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (2)
3. Retirement:
a. R.O.W (1)
A. ID-26-0296
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. February 9, 2026 (Special Called)
2. February 10, 2026
3. February 17, 2026
B. ID-26-0294
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March 10, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from the Vicksburg and Warren County Historical Society
to block off Cherry, Jackson, Monroe and Grove Streets that surround the
Old Court House Museum for its Annual Spring Flea Market on Saturday,
April 25, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
C. ID-26-0283
Spring Flea MarketAttachments:
Approve request from Donna Gray to reserve Motor Coach March 26-28,
2026
D. ID-26-0292
Motor Coach-TOPS Club ConventionAttachments:
Authorize City Clerk to Transfer funds FROM the Separate Project Bank
Accounts TO reimburse the City's Water & Ga …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM Robert M. Walker BuildingTuesday, March 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Pro-Tem Bailey.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Mayfield.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present: 2 -
Mayor Willis T. ThompsonAbsent: 1 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Mayor Pro-Tem Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
Pro-Tem and Alderman voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey2 -
Absent: Mayor Thompson1 -
Recognitions:
A. ID-26-0300 Proclamation - Recognizing Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and
Declaring the Second Saturday in March as Sigma Gamma Rho Youth
Symposium Day
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Mayor Pro-Tem Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
Pro-Tem and Alderman voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion
was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey2 -
Absent: Mayor Thompson1 -
A. ID-26-0296 Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Administration …
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for: 1) Boarding Up and Securing of Property located at 2717 Pearl Street. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Accept the Recommendation from Tara Brown, Purchasing Director to reject all bids and reverse auction purchases for 28 Cubic Yard Grapple Truck and authorize City Clerk to re-advertise at a later…
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute Service Agreement with Puckett Power Systems for generator located at the Water Treatment Plant. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote: Page 3City…
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
[context] The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
4 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea · Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Accept Donation of Services, Flowers and Plants at the Washington Street Park. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
[context] Kaiser-Nickson - City Clerk, Jasmine Dillon - Deputy Clerk, Kathryn Truehart-Lieutenant
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Pay Adjustment for Administrative Page 4City of Vicksburg Printed on 3/25/2026 March 10, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Minutes - Final Coordinator II at $17.92/hour to $19.17/hour…
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Longevity Pay Correction of a Deputy Clerk by changing the hourly rate from $14.82 to $15.02 (14.22+.20+.20+.20+.20). The employee is entitled to an additional $.20 per hour increase…
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Longevity Pay Correction of a Firefighter by changing the hourly rate from $18.16 to $18.26 (17.86+.10+.10+.10+.10). The employee is entitled to an additional $.10 per hour increase…
2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Mayfield yea · Bailey yea
Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board to vote on $90,496 engineering contract for NRCS disaster project
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider consent agenda items including special assessments on 10 properties for cleaning and demolition, and routine agenda items such as a $90,496 task order for engineering services for the NRCS EWP project, a $45,000 funding increase for the Chamber of Commerce, and an agreement for airport appraisal services. Executive session items include personnel longevity pay, a termination, and discussion of land transactions.
- Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition on 10 properties, including 3050 Wisconsin Avenue and 913 First North Street
- Authorize advertisement of sealed bids for grass cutting, litter removal, and edging for city properties
- Approve $90,496 task order with Neel-Schaffer for topographic surveying and design for NRCS EWP project on Hennessey, Old Highway 80, Pittman, and Confederate Avenue
- Approve $45,000 funding increase request for the Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce
- Authorize $20,000 agreement with Bottin Consulting Group for airport appraisal services
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✓ Decided: Board approved $45,000 Chamber of Commerce funding and multiple contracts
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a $45,000 funding increase for the Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce. It also authorized several contracts, including a cylinder product sale agreement with Airgas USA, LLC and a $90,496 task order with Neel‑Schaffer for the NRCS EWP Project. Additional actions included payment of a $6,604 Medicaid invoice, advertising sealed bids for city grass‑cutting, and approving longevity‑pay raises for city employees.
- Approved $45,000 funding increase to Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce (unanimous 3‑0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute Cylinder Product Sale Agreement with Airgas USA, LLC (unanimous 3‑0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute Task Order #12 with Neel‑Schaffer for NRCS EWP Project, $90,496 (unanimous 3‑0)
- Authorized payment of $6,604 invoice to Mississippi Division of Medicaid (TREAT) (unanimous 3‑0)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for grass cutting, litter removal and edging (unanimous 3‑0)
- Adopted resolution designating applicant representative for State‑Local Disaster Assistance (unanimous 3‑0)
- Approved longevity‑pay increases for multiple city employees, raising hourly rates (unanimous 3‑0)
- Approved use of Washington Street Park by American Legion Tyner Ford Post 213 on April 25, 2026 (unanimous 3‑0)
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, March 2, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Marrion Pelt - Fire (1)
A. ID-26-0267
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Ambulance (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (2)
3. Retirement:
a. Community Development (1)
A. ID-26-0268
Declare Friday, April 3, 2026 a City holiday in observance of Good Friday
pursuant to Section 3-3-7(2) of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
B. ID-26-0263
Approve Additions to Employee Driving List:
1. Jaylin Jackson - Fire
2. Kory Haggard - Fire
3. Shanta McNair- Ambulance
4. Gregory Haggard- Administration
C. ID-26-0264
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March 2, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Charlie Tolliver on behalf of the American Legion
Tyner Ford Post 213 for permission to use Washington Street Park on
April 25, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a spring outing
D. ID-26-0265
Use of Washington St Park-American LegionAttachments:
Accept Letter Establishing Special Assessment and Adopt Resolution /
Order for Cutting, Cleaning, Demolition and Site Clearing of the followin …
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City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, March 2, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderwoman Bailey.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0267
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Five (5) years of service:
a. Marrion Pelt - Fire (1)
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0268
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Ambulance (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Police (2)
3. Retirement:
a. Community Development (1)
B.
ID-26-0263
Declare Friday, April 3, 2026 a …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg board considers $162,261 match for New Port of Vicksburg entrance road
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several infrastructure contracts, personnel actions, and community event permits. The meeting includes discussions on drinking water notices and the adoption of a new vehicle usage policy.
- Matching funds of $162,261.00 for a $2.9M Mississippi Development Authority grant for the New Port of Vicksburg entrance road
- Fixed fee of $66,752.00 to Neel-Schaffer for the Rifle Range Road at Highway 61 South project
- Payment of $29,942.85 to Egress Software Technologies Inc. for the IT Department
- Tree removal at 1401 Lincoln Street by Fuentes Tree Service, LLC for $10,000.00
- Permission for 'Key City Classic' races through downtown Vicksburg on April 25, 2026
infrastructurebudgetpublic-workscontractspersonnel
✓ Decided: City authorizes $162,261 matching funds for New Port entrance road grant
The Board adopted its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved personnel actions, community event permits, and several invoices for city services. The Board accepted the FY2024 audit report, adopted budget amendments, and authorized the mayor to execute a $66,752 task order for the Rifle Range Road project. Finally, the City approved $162,261 in matching funds for a $2.9 M Mississippi Development Authority grant to build the entrance road to the New Port of Vicksburg.
- Adopt agenda (unanimous 3-0)
- Approve consent agenda items, including personnel actions and event permits (unanimous 3-0)
- Accept FY2024 audit report (unanimous 3-0)
- Adopt budget amendments (unanimous 3-0)
- Authorize mayor to execute Task Order $66,752 for Rifle Range Road project (unanimous 3-0)
- Approve payment of Core & Main quote $27,520 for transmitters (unanimous 3-0)
- Approve tree removal contract $10,000 at 1401 Lincoln Street (unanimous 3-0)
- Authorize $162,261 matching funds for New Port entrance road grant (unanimous 3-0)
Robert M. Walker Building
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMWednesday, February 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Presentation of Trophies - 2026 Mardi Gras ParadeA. ID-26-0217
Recognition - Vicksburg Fire Department New FirefightersB. ID-26-0241
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Police (3)
b. Fire (9)
2. Re-Hire:
a. Fire(2)
3. Resignation:
a. Street (1)
A. ID-26-0245
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. January 23, 2026
2. February 2, 2026
B. ID-26-0242
Page 1 City of Vicksburg Printed on 2/25/2026
February 25, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Additions to Employee Driving List:
1. Lakerrin Albert- Police
2. Jimika Dixon - Police
3. Joshua Tyler- Fire
4. Jason Williams Jr- Fire
5. Johnny Williams- Fire
6. Caley Wood - Fire
7. Conley Johnston- Fire
8. Jaylin Thompson - Fire
9. Jeffrey Riggs - Fire
10. Jakobe Smith - Fire
12. Mark Carrick - Fire
C. ID-26-0240
Approve request from Walter Frazier on behalf of Grace Christian
Counseling Center:
1. Permission to hold "Key City Classic" 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, and
1-Mile Fun Run through downtown Vicksburg from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
on Saturday, April 25, 2026
2. Assistance from the Vicksburg Poli …
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City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Mayfield.
2. Roll Call
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0217
Presentation of Trophies - 2026 Mardi Gras Parade
B.
ID-26-0241
Recognition - Vicksburg Fire Department New Firefighters
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0245
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. New Hire:
a. Police (3)
b. Fire (9)
2. Re-Hire:
a. Fire(2)
3. Resignation:
a. Street (1)
B.
ID-26-0242
Adopt Boa …
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[context] MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board approves $1M water meter project and police video camera contract
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving a $1,021,400 contract for water meter parts and a $42,173.20 agreement for police dashboard cameras. The agenda also includes routine personnel actions, community block party permits, and the ratification of a resolution urging state legislation.
- Authorize $1,021,400 contract for water meter replacement project
- Authorize $42,173.20 for police dashboard cameras
- Approve $500 sponsorship for Vicksburg Buccaneers youth football
- Authorize $5,000 matching funds for Exchange Club Child and Parent Center
- Authorize $10,691.55 for Humane Society pump station repairs
waterpolicebudgetcontractspersonnelinfrastructurecommunity
✓ Decided: Board approved $1.02M water meter replacement contract
The board unanimously approved a $1,021,400 award to Core and Main for the city’s water meter replacement project and authorized several related contracts and funding, including a $622,159.73 USDA grant for bank stabilization, a $5,000 matching fund for the Exchange Club, and a $500 youth football sponsorship. It also approved payments for water and wastewater treatment invoices, authorized the City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for a 28‑cubic‑yard grapple truck, and adopted a resolution to seek a cybersecurity grant. All actions were voted on by Mayor Thompson and Alderwoman Bailey, with Alderman Mayfield absent.
- Approved $1,021,400 award to Core and Main for water meter replacement (unanimous)
- Authorized execution of $622,159.73 USDA bank stabilization grant (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 matching funds to The Exchange Club of Vicksburg Child and Parent Center (unanimous)
- Approved $500 sponsorship for Vicksburg Buccaneers youth football season (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $89,618.09 for water treatment facilities contract (unanimous)
- Approved payment of $58,731.93 for wastewater treatment facilities contract (unanimous)
- Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for a 28‑cubic‑yard grapple truck (unanimous)
- Approved new job description for Ward 2 Operations Field Coordinator (60‑day pilot) (unanimous)
Robert M. Walker Building
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMTuesday, February 17, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Thirty (30) years of service:
a. James Tillman - Landscaping Department
2. Twenty-Five (25) years of service:
a. Vernon Wolfe - Fire Department
A. ID-26-0206
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
b. Fire (1)
c. Traffic (1)
2. Retirement:
a. R.O.W (1)
3. Re-Hire:
a. Traffic (1)
4. New Hire:
a. Parks & Recreation (1)
A. ID-26-0193
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February 17, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Sammie Rainey- Traffic
2. Grenesia Yates - Parks & Recreation
B. ID-26-0208
Receive Vicksburg Police Department Crime Statistic Report for:
1. January 2026
C. ID-26-0178
Crime Stat ReportAttachments:
Approve Water and Gas Administration ReportD. ID-26-0207
Water & Gas Administration ReportAttachments:
Approve request from Natalie Burks to block off the 1300 and 1400 blocks
of Washington Street for a community block party event on Sunday, March
8, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
E. ID-26-0210
Community Block PartyAttachments:
Approve Sponsor …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Alderwoman Bailey.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Thompson.
2. Roll Call
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
2 -
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Absent:
1 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Mayor Thompson, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor and
Alderwoman voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, and Alderwoman Bailey
2 -
Absent:
Alderman Mayfield
1 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0206
Employee Anniversaries:
1. Thirty (30) years of service:
a. James Tillman - Landscaping Department
2. Twenty-Five (25) years of service:
a. Vernon Wolfe - Fire Department
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Mayor Thompson, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor and
Alderwoman voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, and Alderwoman Bailey
2 -
Absent:
Alderman Mayfield
1 -
A.
ID-26-0193
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
b …
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to award bid of Meter Replacement Project for Meter Parts to Core and Main LP in the amount of $1,021,400.00 and Authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement by and between the City of Vicksburg…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize City Clerk to Advertise Sealed Bids and Reverse Auction Purchases for: 1) 28 Cubic Yard Grapple Truck. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to authorize repairs to be performed at the Humane Society Pump Station by Delta Process Equipment in the amount of $10,691.55. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
1 yea
Thompson yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute Letter to the USDA-NRCS, Area Engineer to Request a Time Extension for NR264423XXXXC010 - Rifle Range Road Project 5328 related to March 15, 2025 storm. The motion…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute USDA Notice of Grant and Agreement Award for Bank Stabilization along Hennessey, Old Hwy 80, Pittman Avenue, and Confederate Avenue in the amount of $622,159.73 -…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve New Job Description for Ward 2 Operations Field Coordinator (Temporary - 60 Day Pilot). The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute Five (5) year Video Solution Subscription Agreement with Digital Ally in the amount of $42,173.20 for four (4) EVO's Dashboard Cameras for the Vicksburg Police…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute First Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding by and between the Board of Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg, and Central MS-500 Continuum of Care…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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6 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea · Thompson yea · Bailey yea · Thompson yea · Bailey yea
Resolution by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg Urging the Mississippi Legislature to File Legislation on Behalf of the City During the 2026 Session. The motion was adopted…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
Resolution Authorizing Preparation and Submittal of an Application to Mississippi Office of Homeland Security for The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. The motion was adopted unanimously…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Authorize the Mayor to execute Settlement Page 5 City of Vicksburg Printed on 3/10/2026 February 17, 2026 Board of Mayor and Aldermen Minutes - Final Statement and Closing Documents with Mike L…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
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2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Retro Pay of a Police Officer. This retroactive payment covers employee's hours during January 21, 2026 to February 3, 2026 while in Field Training with another Officer. The employee…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Pay Adjustment for Police Officer at $23.78/hour to Police Officer/Field Training Officer at $24.53/hour, effective January 21, 2026. The motion was adopted unanimously by the…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Pay Correction for Police Officer/Field Training at $24.53/hour to $24.33/hour, effective February 4, 2026. (This is in reference to Item B, ID-26-0195). The motion was adopted…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Longevity Pay of a Firefighter by changing the hourly rate from $17.41 to $18.91 (17.16+.25+1.50). The employee is entitled to an additional $1.50 per hour increase for twenty-five…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
to Approve the Longevity Pay of an Emergency Medical Services Paramedic by changing the hourly rate from $12.02 to $12.12 (12.02+.10). The employee is entitled to an additional $.10 per hour increase…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Bailey yea
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Vicksburg Board to consider $458,921 grant for bank stabilization
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several infrastructure contracts and tax abatements. Key items include a USDA grant for bank stabilization and multiple utility design agreements with Allen & Hoshall.
- USDA grant of $458,921.10 for bank stabilization along Highway 61 and Rifle Range Road
- Allen & Hoshall contract for $214,396.24 for water main and sewer pump station for AWS data center
- Allocation of $20,000.00 to Haven House Family Shelter
- Tax abatement resolutions for Mutual Federal Credit Union (100 Maxwell Drive) and RAW Vicksburg Properties, LLC (1507 Washington Street)
- Sponsorship of $1,000.00 for Vicksburg YMCA Run Thru History
infrastructuregrantstax-abatementutilitiespublic-safety
✓ Decided: Board authorized $458,921 NRCS grant for bank stabilization along Highway 61
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a $458,921 USDA NRCS grant to stabilize banks along Highway 61 and Rifle Range Road. Additional unanimous actions included a $20,000 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter, a $1,000 YMCA Run Thru History sponsorship, and a lease with the Low Cost Neuter Clinic. The Board also approved several policy updates, vehicle inventory changes, and tax‑abatement resolutions.
- Approved $458,921 NRCS grant for bank stabilization (3-0)
- Approved $20,000 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter (3-0)
- Approved $1,000 YMCA Run Thru History sponsorship (3-0)
- Authorized lease with Vicksburg Warren County Low Cost Neuter Clinic (3-0)
- Authorized Electrical Engineering fee proposal for Fire Station #7 (3-0)
- Approved revised facility use policy for Gertrude A. Young Community Center (3-0)
- Placed 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2026 Dodge Durango into unmarked police inventory (3-0)
- Adopted tax‑abatement resolution for Mutual Federal Credit Union at 100 Maxwell Drive (3-0)
Robert M. Walker Building
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMTuesday, February 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
Certificate of Recognition - AMAZE Award in memory of the Late
Alderman Michael Mayfield, Sr.:
1. Jalen Parson
2. Kalen Parson
3. Barry Williams
A. ID-26-0159
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
A. ID-26-0167
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. January 20, 2026
B. ID-26-0158
Approve the following request from Phillip Doiron on behalf of the
Vicksburg YMCA for Run Thru History on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from
7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.:
1. Sponsorship Application in the amount of $1,000.00 pursuant to Section
17-3-1 and Section 17-3-3 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended
2. Assistance from Vicksburg Police Department in traffic control at the
Clay Street entrance to the Park
3. Use of 45-50 traffic cones to help mark the course
C. ID-26-0146
Sponsorship Run Thru HistoryAttachments:
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February 10, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Approve request from Fire Chief, Harry L. Martin III, to declare badge as
surplus property for Retired Firefighter John Brewer, Jr. and authorize sale
for $ …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Alderman Mayfield.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderwoman Bailey.
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as printed. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0159
Certificate of Recognition - AMAZE Award in memory of the Late
Alderman Michael Mayfield, Sr.:
1. Jalen Parson
2. Kalen Parson
3. Barry Williams
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0167
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Resignation:
a. Police (1)
B.
ID-26-0158
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution Granting Conditional Approval for Tax Abatement for RAW Vicksburg Properties, LLC for property located at 1507 Washington Street (PPIN 18491). The motion was adopted unanimously by the…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 10:50 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board will discuss prospective land purchase, sale, or lease (ID-26-0161)
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a special meeting on February 9, 2026. After the invocation and roll call, the board will enter an executive session to discuss a prospective transaction involving land identified as ID-26-0161. No other agenda items are listed.
- Executive session discussion of prospective purchase, sale, or lease of land (ID-26-0161)
landreal-estateexecutive-sessioncity-government
✓ Decided: Board entered executive session, approved all discussed items, then adjourned
The Board unanimously moved to a closed executive session to discuss prospective purchase, sale, or leasing of lands. After the discussion, they unanimously voted to come out of executive session and approve all items taken up. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Motion to enter executive session on land transactions adopted unanimously
- Motion to approve all items taken up in executive session adopted unanimously
- Motion to adjourn meeting adopted unanimously
Robert M. Walker Building
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Special Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:50 AMMonday, February 9, 2026
Special Called Meeting
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
Executive Session:
Discussion - Transaction of business and discussion regarding the
prospective purchase, sale, or leasing of lands
A. ID-26-0161
Adjournment
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180City of Vicksburg
Special Meeting Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:50 AM Robert M. Walker BuildingMonday, February 9, 2026
Special Called Meeting
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Mayor Thompson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Thompson.
2. Roll Call
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present: 3 -
Executive Session:
Alderwoman Bailey moved the Mayor and Aldermen to go into a closed meeting
to determine if the Board should go into executive session. The motion was
seconded by Alderman Mayfield. Voting aye, Mayor Thompson, Alderman
Mayfield, Alderwoman Bailey. None voting nay, the motion was unanimously
adopted.
The Mayor and Aldermen discussed whether they should go into executive
session. Alderwoman Bailey moved to go into executive session to discuss:
Transaction of business and discussion regarding the prospective purchase, sale,
or leasing of lands
The motion was seconded by Alderman Mayfield. Upon vote being taken, the
following voted aye: Mayor Thompson, Alderwoman Bailey, Alderman Mayfield.
The motion was adopted unanimously.
The Mayor and Aldermen announced they would go into executive session to
discuss: Transaction of business and discussion regarding the prospective
purchase, sale, or leasing of lands
The Mayor and Aldermen are …
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[context] The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey3 - Adjournment There being no further business appearing, On motion…
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Board approves police policy, vehicle purchases, and tax deadline extension
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider adopting police policies, purchasing twenty license plate readers for $31,500, and approving a $515,000 contract for a new automatic bar screen. The body will also ratify the mayor's execution of a proclamation extending the property tax payment deadline to March 3, 2026.
- Adopt VPD Social Networking and Dissemination of Harmful Information policies
- Purchase 20 License Plate Readers for $31,500
- Award Hemphill Construction $515,000 for 2025 Automatic Bar Screen
- Extend property tax payment deadline to March 3, 2026
- Rezone 3401 and 3505 Highway 61 South from C-4 to MX-1
policepolicybudgettaxeszoninginfrastructurecontracts
✓ Decided: Board approved $515,000 Automatic Bar Screen contract
The Board unanimously approved a $515,000 contract for an Automatic Bar Screen and several other contracts, including a $174,974 desktop controller and a $31,500 purchase of license plate readers for the police department. It also approved the rezoning of two Highway 61 South parcels to mixed‑use residential. Additional approvals included a $28,500 software renewal, a $15,380 traffic‑study task order, a $275 advertisement sponsorship, and a $14,399 vehicle requisition.
- Approved $515,000 Automatic Bar Screen contract to Hemphill Construction (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved $174,974 award to Sansom Equipment for DCX 5000 Desktop Controller (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved $31,500 purchase of 20 license plate readers for Police Department (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3401 & 3505 Highway 61 South to MX-1 Mixed Use Residential (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved $28,500 renewal quote with Applied Technology Group for SentinelOne (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved $15,380 Task Order #11 with Neel‑Schaffer for traffic study (unanimous 3-0)
- Approved $275 sponsorship advertisement for Brother Carter G. Woodson Centennial Honors Brunch (unanimous 3-0)
- Authorized $14,399 requisition to Patriot Motorsports for Turf Tiger II vehicle (unanimous 3-0)
Robert M. Walker Building
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen
City of Vicksburg
Meeting Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
Robert M. Walker Building10:00 AMMonday, February 2, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Discussion with Interim Public Work DirectorA. ID-26-0140
Appearing Steve Williams
Recognitions:
Proclamation - Recognizing February as National Teen Dating Violence
Awareness Month
A. ID-26-0093
Teen Dating ProclamationAttachments:
Appearing Natasha James
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Retirement:
a. Sewer (1)
2. Resignation:
a. Parks & Recreation (1)
b. Vehicle Maintenance (1)
3. New Hire:
a. VTV (1)
A. ID-26-0125
Page 1 City of Vicksburg Printed on 2/2/2026
February 2, 2026Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda
Adopt Board Meeting Minutes for:
1. December 24, 2025
2. January 5, 2026
3. January 7, 2026
4. January 9, 2026
B. ID-26-0119
Approve Additions to Employee Driver's List
1. Joshua Hughes- VTV
C. ID-26-0137
Declare Monday, February 16, 2026 a City Holiday in Observance of
Presidents' Day
D. ID-26-0092
Ratify Mayor's execution of Proclamation of a Local Emergency due to
Winter Storm
E. ID-26-0116
Proclamtion of Local Emergency-Winter StormAttachments:
Approve request for a full page advertisement from Bridges 2 Somewhere
& Eta Tau Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, …
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1415 Walnut Street
Vicksburg, MS 39180
City of Vicksburg
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Willis T. Thompson, Mayor
Thomas J. Mayfield, Alderman
Vickie Y. Bailey, Alderwoman
10:00 AM
Robert M. Walker Building
Monday, February 2, 2026
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Chief Larry Burns.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Deputy Chief Tommy Curtis
2. Roll Call
Also present:
Kim Nailor, City Attorney
Deborah A. Kaiser-Nickson, City Clerk
Jasmine Dillon, Deputy Clerk
Mayor Willis T. Thompson
Alderman Thomas Mayfield
Alderwoman Vickie Y. Bailey
Present:
3 -
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
On motion of Alderwoman Bailey, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Adopt the Agenda, as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0140
Discussion with Interim Public Work Director
Recognitions:
A.
ID-26-0093
Proclamation - Recognizing February as National Teen Dating Violence
Awareness Month
Teen Dating Proclamation
Attachments:
Approval of Consent Agenda Items:
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderwoman Bailey, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to Approve the Consent Agenda Items. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye:
Mayor Thompson, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderwoman Bailey
3 -
A.
ID-26-0125
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms:
1. Retirement:
a. Sewer (1)
2. Re …
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[context] MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK
2 yea
Thompson yea · Mayfield yea
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
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Federal disasters (10 yr)12 ({"Severe Storm": 14, "Hurricane": 7, "Flood": 4, "Severe Ice · last Fri Feb 6, 2026)
Traffic fatalities4 (2024)
Business establishments942 (14,647 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,028/mo (907 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.5% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)
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The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$63.0M
Spending$68.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$48.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.77×
Debt-load index74 / 100
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