Vicksburg, MS

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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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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

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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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

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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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

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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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.

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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La Junta de Alcalde y Concejales considerará varias solicitudes de patrocinio y diversas acciones de personal. La reunión incluye discusiones sobre actualizaciones del centro de convenciones, revisiones de las reglas del servicio civil y un reembolso por pago en exceso de FEMA.

• $2,500.00 de patrocinio para Flowers Promotions Boxing Event
• $3,000.00 de pago a Voice of Calvary Ministries para consulta de vivienda
• $6,805.98 de solicitud de reembolso de MEMA con respecto al pago en exceso del proyecto FEMA-4538-DR-MS
• Revisión de la Regla de Servicio Civil IV con respecto a la elegibilidad de la solicitud
• Cambios al SOG de la Sección 9.5 del Departamento de Bomberos para las calificaciones del rango de Capitán

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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La Junta considera aprobar una solicitud de pago de $1.53 millones para un préstamo estatal de control de contaminación del agua, junto con más de $1.3 millones en facturas de reparación de alcantarillado. Otras acciones incluyen una audiencia pública sobre propiedades molestas, un aumento de tarifas de ambulancias y la aprobación de múltiples contratos y permisos.

• Aprobar reembolso de $1,533,232.98 para el Water Pollution Control Revolving Loan
• Aprobar solicitudes de pago de $896,702.76 y $415,465.81 por reparaciones de alcantarillado (Suncoast Infrastructure)
• Audiencia pública sobre si las propiedades son una amenaza pública (Community Development Agenda)
• Aprobar aumento de tarifas de ambulancias del comité del Fire Department
• Autorizar contratos de demolición por un total de $33,750 para seis propiedades

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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La Junta de Alcalde y Concejales considerará asuntos de rutina que incluyen acciones de personal, informe de estadísticas de delincuencia y enmiendas presupuestarias. Las acciones notables incluyen aprobar un pago final de $118,502.50 por la iluminación del campo de béisbol, comprar dos cortadoras de césped por $28,762, autorizar un patrocinio de $1,000 para baloncesto juvenil y seleccionar una empresa para un estudio de viabilidad de un parque acuático.

• Aprobar el pago final de $118,502.50 a H&H Electrical por el proyecto de iluminación del campo de béisbol
• Autorizar la compra de $28,762 de dos cortadoras Turf Tiger II para Parks & Recreation
• Aprobar el patrocinio de $1,000 a Play 2 Wynn para campamentos de baloncesto juvenil
• Revisar propuestas y seleccionar consultor para el Estudio de Viabilidad del Parque Acuático en Key City Sports Complex
• Autorizar al alcalde a ejecutar la primera enmienda al acuerdo de reemplazo de medidores con Core & Main LP

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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La Junta de Alcaldes y Concejales considerará una resolución para autorizar un arrendamiento con opción a compra de equipos para la ciudad por un monto que no excede $647,662. También votarán sobre una exención fiscal para Mutual Federal Credit Union, adjudicarán contratos para la demolición de nueve casas en ruinas y aprobarán múltiples patrocinios y exenciones de tarifas para eventos comunitarios.

• Arrendamiento con opción a compra de equipos por hasta $647,662 (ID-26-0767)
• Exención fiscal para Mutual Federal Credit Union en 100 Maxwell Drive (ID-26-0759)
• Demolición de 9 propiedades, ofertas totalizando aproximadamente $50,275 (ID-26-0785)
• Patrocinio de $2,500 para el Programa de Verano Juvenil de TOUCH Inc. (ID-26-0762)
• Solicitud de $114,131.21 para la renovación del software de Tyler Technologies (ID-26-0760)

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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La junta votará sobre la aceptación de $102,000 en fondos de contrapartida del Visitors Bureau para una subvención estatal que financie el proyecto del Blues Highway Travel Center. También considerarán enmiendas presupuestarias, aprobarán varios patrocinios y pagos, y crearán un comité para revisar ofertas de corte de césped y demolición. Una sesión ejecutiva discutirá el pago por antigüedad y la expansión de servicios médicos.

• Aceptar $102,000 en fondos de contrapartida de VCVB para la subvención de revitalización de Mississippi Main Street (Blues Highway Travel Center)
• Aprobar el pago de $53,507.55 a Hemphill Construction por el reemplazo de la caja de unión de alcantarillado
• Aprobar patrocinio de $1,000 cada uno para Vicksburg Post 20 Under 40, Sojoz LLC Summertime in River City y Vicksburg Homecoming Benevolent Club
• Autorizar al Alcalde a ejecutar el acuerdo de subvención con MDA para MMRG-26-018 (Blues Highway Travel Center)
• Crear un comité para revisar ofertas de corte de césped, demolición y remoción de escombros

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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La Junta de Alcaldes y Concejales considerará la aprobación de múltiples contratos y pagos, incluyendo una auditoría de $115,500, $56,778 para badenes reductores de velocidad y $37,931 para equipo médico. Una audiencia pública determinará si varias propiedades son molestias públicas y autorizará su limpieza o demolición.

• Aprobar el compromiso de auditoría de $115,500 con Booker T. Camper, Jr., CPA para el año fiscal 2025
• Autorizar la compra de $56,778 de 18 badenes reductores de velocidad en las calles National, Chambers, 1st Ave, Meadowvale y Bellaire
• Aprobar la renovación de $37,931 con Stryker Medical para camillas, cargadores eléctricos y dispositivos Lucas
• Aprobar el pago de $62,539 a Vicksburg-Warren 911 para salarios de despachadores
• Audiencia pública sobre 10 propiedades (p. ej., 0 Levee Street, 3609 Halls Ferry Rd) para declaración de molestia y evaluaciones especiales

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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Esta reunión especial de la Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen es convocada para entrar en sesión ejecutiva para discutir asuntos de personal. Los puntos incluyen correcciones de pago por antigüedad, una transferencia, y discusiones sobre el desempeño laboral y la salud de empleados en los departamentos de City Clerk e Inspection. No hay votaciones públicas programadas.

• Corrección de pago por antigüedad (ID-26-0702)
• Transferencia (ID-26-0703)
• Asunto de personal - City Clerk (ID-26-0704)
• Asunto de personal - Inspection (ID-26-0705)

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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La Junta de Alcaldes y Concejales decidirá sobre solicitudes de patrocinio por un total de más de $60k, incluyendo $45k para Miss Mississippi. Autorizarán un contrato de fuegos artificiales por $46k, recibirán ofertas selladas para demoler nueve casas deterioradas y votarán sobre una solicitud compleja de Levitt AMP Vicksburg para una serie de ocho conciertos con cierres de calles y servicios municipales. Otros puntos incluyen reparaciones de alcantarillado, medidas para calmar el tráfico y sesión ejecutiva para asuntos de personal.

• Aprobar patrocinio de $45,000 para el Concurso Miss Mississippi
• Autorizar contrato de $46,000 con Pyroman Fireworks para el 4 de julio
• Considerar la serie de música Levitt AMP en Washington Street Park (8 fechas, cierres de calles, exención de envase abierto)
• Recibir ofertas selladas para la demolición de 9 casas deterioradas
• Aprobar estimación de costo de reparación de alcantarillado con Hemphill Construction cerca del ferrocarril

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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La Junta considerará aprobar contribuciones por un total de $105,000 a tres organizaciones locales de desarrollo económico. Otros puntos importantes incluyen la adjudicación de licitaciones selladas para corte de césped y recolección de basura, la aceptación de evaluaciones especiales para propiedades problemáticas, y la aprobación de acciones de personal y varios pagos.

• Autorizar $60,000 para la Cámara de Comercio, $5,000 para el Programa de Desarrollo de la Jubilación, $40,000 para la Asociación de Desarrollo Económico
• Adjudicar licitaciones de corte de césped: Área 1 $1,404, Área 2 $1,840
• Evaluaciones especiales para 10 propiedades (p. ej., 519 Fairground St, 422 Depot St) por corte/limpieza
• Aprobar $42,559 por la tarifa anual de Sensus (agua/gas) a Core & Main
• Aprobar capacitación del departamento de policía sobre trata de personas en el centro de convenciones ($675)

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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La Junta considerará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye acciones de personal, proclamaciones y permisos para eventos. La agenda rutinaria incluye discusión sobre el Centro de Convenciones de Vicksburg, autorización de licitaciones para limpieza de terrenos, adopción de una ordenanza de rutas para camiones y aprobación de transferencias de fondos por un total de más de $856K para reembolsar la cuenta de agua y gas de la ciudad.

• Transferir $784,573.41 del Fondo del Proyecto de Desarrollo Frente al Río a la cuenta de Agua y Gas
• Aprobar pago de $267,757.50 a H&H Electrical por mejoras de iluminación de Key City
• Adoptar ordenanza para modificar rutas de camiones en Vicksburg
• Autorizar aviso de inicio para reemplazo de medidores de agua con Core & Main
• Aceptar donación de un escenario portátil para eventos de Americorps

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

La Junta de Alcalde y Concejales está considerando el nombramiento de la Abogada Asociada de la Ciudad Keyona Henry como la nueva Directora de Recursos Humanos durante esta reunión especial convocada.

• Nombrar a Keyona Henry como Directora de Recursos Humanos (ID-26-0558)

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

La Junta considerará renombrar Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park a Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park, aceptar donaciones para el parque y autorizar un evento de gran inauguración. También aprobarán varios pagos, contratos para reparaciones de alcantarillado y corte de césped, y un nuevo sistema de tiempo y asistencia.

• Renombrar Kuhn Memorial Civil Rights Park a Myrlie Evers Civil Rights Park
• Aprobar pago de $221,064.41 a Suncoast Infrastructure por reparaciones de evaluación de alcantarillado
• Aprobar $65,466.48 para salarios de despachadores de E-911
• Autorizar contrato con Tyler Technologies para tiempo y asistencia ($77,638 en total)
• Recibir ofertas selladas para corte de césped y demolición de casas deterioradas

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

El Board of Mayor and Aldermen votará sobre una agenda de consentimiento que incluye pagos, patrocinios y acciones de personal. También considerarán elementos rutinarios como financiamiento de arrendamiento para un barredor de calles, enmiendas presupuestarias y licitaciones para corte de césped y demolición. Se programó una sesión ejecutiva para discutir ajustes salariales y varios departamentos municipales.

• Aprobar contribución de costos de $784,573.41 para el Riverfront Park Development
• Aprobar patrocinio de $25,000 para el torneo de pesca de bagre Mississippi River Monsters
• Adjudicar contrato de demolición en 1114 Second North Street por $13,000 a Carson Construction
• Aprobar ofertas de corte de césped por un total de $1,760 para lotes estatales
• Recibir informe de estadísticas de delitos policiales de marzo de 2026

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

La Junta de Alcalde y Concejales adjudicará una oferta de $199,000 por un camión grapple, autorizará un acuerdo de mantenimiento de torre de agua por $91,538, y llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para declarar 10 propiedades como amenazas públicas. También discutirán actualizaciones del Centro de Patrimonio Cultural del Sur y de la Oficina de Convenciones y Visitantes de Vicksburg, y considerarán múltiples acciones de personal y contratos en sesión ejecutiva.

• Adjudicar camión grapple por $199,000 a Sansom Equipment
• Aprobar acuerdo de mantenimiento de torre de agua por $91,538 con Utility Service Co.
• Audiencia sobre 10 propiedades (ej., 1711 Grove St, 1415 Jackson St) por amenaza pública y demolición
• Autorizar orden de cambio para proyecto de reemplazo de medidores de agua
• Adoptar resolución para que el comité revise la RFP de la Clínica de Bienestar

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

La junta votará sobre un contrato con Flock Group Inc. para lectores de placas para el Departamento de Policía de Vicksburg. También considerarán estudios de calmado de tráfico, reductores de velocidad y contratos de mantenimiento de propiedades. Varias aprobaciones financieras incluyen mejoras de agua/alcantarillado y fondos de contrapartida para organizaciones comunitarias.

• Autorizar contrato con Flock Group Inc. para lectores de placas (Departamento de Policía de Vicksburg)
• Aprobar solicitud de pago #18 para mejoras de agua/alcantarillado: $63,381 para Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives
• Aceptar evaluaciones especiales para la limpieza de 10 propiedades, incluyendo varias en Martin Luther King Blvd
• Aprobar reductores de velocidad en Chambers Street, National Street, First Avenue y Meadowvale Drive
• Aprobar $13,500 en fondos de contrapartida para la programación de primavera/verano de Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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)

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

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

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

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)