Budget & taxes in Mississippi local government
What Mississippi city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
755 Mississippi meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Mississippi with the most budget & taxes activity
- Vicksburg, MS (80)
- Hancock County, MS (67)
- Rankin County, MS (61)
- Byram, MS (49)
- Hattiesburg, MS (44)
- Gulfport, MS (39)
- Brandon, MS (39)
- Ridgeland, MS (37)
- Columbus, MS (37)
- Pearl, MS (34)
- Laurel, MS (33)
- Pearl River County, MS (33)
Latest matching meetings
Byram officials to discuss minor curfews and nitrous oxide sales
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will discuss potential ordinances regarding a minor curfew and the sale of nitrous oxide to minors. The body is also reviewing a claims docket and several municipal service contracts.
Board to approve $7.7 million change order for Annexation Water/Sewer project
The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will consider several change orders that increase contract amounts for major infrastructure projects, including a $7,686,975.22 amendment for the Annexation Water/Sewer East Area Project 1. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering donations, service agreements, tax…
City will hold a public hearing on a convenience store and fuel station permit.
The Pearl Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda that includes approvals for several contract payments and grant agreements. They will set a public hearing for August 18, 2026 to decide on a conditional use permit for a convenience store with automobile and commercial truck fueling facilities on…
Approve $759,579.96 pay application for Lake Harbour Drive Overlay Project
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider a series of consent items, including approvals of contracts, invoices, and budget amendments for public works and police services. Key approvals include a $759,579.96 payment to AJ Construction for the Lake Harbour Drive Overlay Project, a $358,050 payment for Colony Park…
City Council to approve $15.94M loan and various property sales
The Hattiesburg City Council will consider approving a $15.94 million loan from the Mississippi Development Bank and a $16,070 contract for hosting city codes. The agenda also includes resolutions to appoint a city attorney, declare surplus city property for sale, and approve emergency bridge repairs.
Council to approve the 2026 Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival
The Gulfport City Council will consider a code‑enforcement hearing on properties deemed a public health menace, two Planning Commission recommendations to rezone parcels on Orange Grove Road and Dedeaux Road, and a series of resolutions including the Harbor Lights Winter Festival, a business service agreement with…
Gautier City Council to vote on zoning permits and budget amendments
The Gautier City Council will consider several zoning requests, including home occupation permits and variances, as well as approve the FY 2026 Budget Amendments and the Docket of Claims.
PRA will consider adopting its 2026 budget
The Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority will discuss CDI agreements for 650 Delmas Avenue (Hotel Whiskey) and a reimbursement for 3708 Pascagoula Street (Ice House). The meeting includes a review of the 2026 annual report and the adoption of the PRA budget. It also considers amended GCRF grant agreements for downtown…
Board to approve multi‑million‑dollar tax exemptions for Barrett and Williams‑Sonoma
The Board will consider Business Investment Incentives, including first resolutions granting tax exemptions for Barrett Distribution Centers and final resolutions for Williams‑Sonoma property expansions. A consent agenda covering routine reports, finance statements, and procurement items will also be approved. The…
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…
Hattiesburg City Council to review Police and Fire Department budget presentations
The City Council will meet to hear budget presentations from the Police and Fire Departments. These presentations will be led by Police Chief Hardy Sims and Fire Chief Chris Carr.
Board reviews infrastructure modernization funding and AI regulation updates
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor hold a work session to receive updates on several projects and initiatives. Items include a public information request update, a sewer CIPP project update, the FY27 budget hearings schedule, infrastructure modernization funding, and an AI Regulation Task Force peer meeting. The…
Board will approve $914,485.48 of county claims and multiple major contracts.
The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on several financial motions, including a $914,485.48 docket of claims and a $428,476.54 Port & Harbor Commission docket. It will also consider a utility easement with the Water and Sewer District, a five‑year lease for Hangar C at Stennis International Airport, and…
Board to award $141,194 contract for Municipal Drive Parking Lot project
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will consider several contracts and service agreements, including awards for the Municipal Drive parking lot and Heights Drive roadway improvements. They will also set a public hearing on a rezoning request for 203 Felicity Street and approve a tourism promotion services…
Board to hear budget presentations from 12 city departments
The Oxford Board of Aldermen will hold a recess meeting to hear budget presentations from 12 city departments, including Development Services, Human Resources, and the Oxford Fire Department. The meeting may include a teleconference for certain aldermen and will conclude with a possible executive session.
Board of Aldermen to review Fry Building demolition bids and city infrastructure grants
The Board of Aldermen will discuss demolition bids for the Fry Building and various grant applications for city improvements. The meeting includes requests for taxi service approval and funding for the Downtown Natchez Alliance.
Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget
The Pascagoula-Gautier School District is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
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…
Council approves JLB Contractors award for Coffee Creek Sewer Rehabilitation project
The Gulfport City Council will consider several resolutions, including the award of a contract to JLB Contractors, LLC for the Coffee Creek Sewer Rehabilitation Project. Other items include a code enforcement hearing on property clean‑up, a planning commission recommendation to amend zoning parking requirements, and…
Byram considers $427,527.28 bid for Terry Road Paving Improvement Project
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review a bid for road paving and the 2025 audit. The body will also consider several fire department contracts and training requests.
City Council will adopt a new ordinance replacing the 2010 commercial truck route rules.
The council will adopt Ordinance 2026-547, repealing and replacing the 2010 ordinance that regulated commercial truck use on city streets. It will also consider several financial actions, including a $4,132,782 ad valorem tax exemption for Georgia Pacific Consumer Operations and settlements for bridge replacement…
Columbus City Council considers equipment bids and facility improvements
The City Council will review several high-value contracts for city vehicles, generators, and convention center upgrades. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel changes, budget adjustments, and community event funding.
Board to consider $264,850 sanitary sewer survey contract
The Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda with 40 items including vehicle purchases, contract approvals, and fund transfers. New business items include final payment for pickleball courts, a change order for the Public Works Complex, and a $264,850 engineering contract for a sanitary sewer evaluation survey…
Council to authorize bids for citywide water meter upgrade
The Gautier City Council will vote on authorizing bids for a citywide Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) water meter replacement project. They will also consider renewing a professional services agreement with Seymour Engineering and entering a memorandum of understanding with a non-profit for violence against…
Council considers tax exemptions for six local businesses and Central Avenue upgrades
The Laurel City Council will hold public hearings on three properties alleged to be dilapidated and menace public safety. Council members will also vote on a lease-purchase agreement for six water and sewer vehicles, a supplemental agreement for the Central Avenue Phase II project, and first readings of ordinances…
Public hearing on Wrights' appeal to paint brick at 2010 Brooklane Drive
The Hattiesburg City Council will hold a public hearing on the appeal filed by Garrett and Devyn Wright to overturn the Historic Conservation Commission's denial of a petition to paint the brick on a structure at 2010 Brooklane Drive. The council will also receive presentations on Chapter 2 of the Comprehensive Plan…
Board to consider budget requests and emergency equipment purchases
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the 2026-2027 budget request memo and various personnel changes for the Sheriff's office. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases for emergency services and the purchase of three patrol vehicles.
Board to review HVAC bids and property assessment rolls
The Board of Supervisors will open bids for HVAC replacements at the Storm Prep and Public Safety buildings. They are also scheduling a public hearing for August 17 regarding 2026 real and personal property assessment rolls.
Supervisors to finalize tax rolls, approve $42.8M in business tax breaks
The Board will hear the Tax Assessor's presentation of real and personal property rolls and approve an order to equalize and publish the tax rolls. They will consider amending a FILOT agreement for Wildflower 2 Solar and vote on final resolutions for business investment incentives totaling $42.8 million for The…
Board to consider $1.25M loan for fire truck purchase
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will vote on a $1.25 million loan for a fire truck, emergency repairs to wells and lift stations, and several new hires. Other items include approving a tourism ad, purchasing folding chairs, and establishing a public records fee schedule. The board will also consider a…
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.
Board considers tax agreement with Town of Star and new software vendor
The Board of Supervisors will discuss an interlocal agreement with the Town of Star regarding ad valorem tax collection. The meeting also includes the recommendation of PTS as the preferred vendor for jail and records management systems.
City Council discusses equipment bids, budget items, and community projects
The City Council will discuss various municipal expenditures including vehicle bids, fire station equipment, and park maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions on personnel changes, city facility repairs, and the FY27 budget.
Council to acknowledge receipt of 2025 audited financial statements
The Hattiesburg City Council will formally acknowledge receiving the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The audit was performed by Topp, McWhorter, Harvey, PLLC. This action is a routine procedural step before any further financial review.
Byram Mayor and Board of Aldermen to review Soccer Complex bids and property hearings
The board will discuss bids for the Soccer Complex and hold five hearings to determine if specific properties are menaces to community health and safety. The meeting includes votes on city contracts, personnel hiring, and event planning for the 250 Celebration and Swinging Bridge Festival.
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.
Board to approve $196,308 forfeiture and other asset seizures
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will consider approving multiple items, including asset forfeitures from court orders, personnel changes in the sheriff's office and fire districts, road construction payments, and an airport grant agreement. Other actions include acknowledging scholarship recipients…
Board to consider taxi service application and public hearing
The Board of Aldermen will vote on a taxi service application from Stellar Express and whether to advertise a public hearing for it. They will also approve June claims dockets, reassign bank signatories, and hear department reports on insurance, renovations, and police training.
Board to consider $68.5M tax incentive for NFI distribution center
The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hear public testimony and vote on two rezoning requests and multiple business investment incentives, including a 10-year real and personal property tax break for NFI valued at $68.5 million. The agenda also includes discussions on FedEx truck routes, a rubbish pit expansion…
Board to consider $10,000 fireworks contract for July 3
The Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor will consider approving a professional services agreement with Pelahatchie Pyro Fireworks for a 12-15-minute fireworks display on July 3, 2026, at the Brandon Amphitheater at a cost of $10,000. The agreement requires proof of liability insurance of at least $1 million/$2 million…