Parks & recreation in Mississippi local government
What Mississippi city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about parks & recreation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
177 Mississippi meetings since 2024 covered parks & recreation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Mississippi with the most parks & recreation activity
- Columbus, MS (19)
- Coahoma, MS (18)
- Pascagoula, MS (16)
- Vicksburg, MS (15)
- Gulfport, MS (15)
- Byram, MS (12)
- Cleveland, MS (11)
- Gautier, MS (10)
- Brandon, MS (9)
- Hattiesburg, MS (9)
- Natchez, MS (8)
- Southaven, MS (7)
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.
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…
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…
Council to consider grant award, service agreement, and several city projects
The council will discuss and possibly approve the acceptance of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Award. They will also consider an amended service agreement with Artistik Entertainment for the Blues on the River event. Additional items include a recreation employee resignation, speed hump requests on…
Commission will discuss beach park pier improvements and other recreation projects
The Recreation Commission will consider several ongoing projects, including Beach Park pier improvements, IG Levy restroom upgrades, the Sportsplex, and a new gym floor for the Pascagoula Recreation Center. It will also receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Department and set the date for the next meeting on…
City Council will vote on a revised FBI lease and several local development items
The Southaven Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider a revised lease with the GSA for the FBI facility, approve a parks enhancement plan, and discuss amendments to the property maintenance code. They will also authorize bids for Snowden Grove overhead arched signs and consider a contract amendment with Premier Lawn…
Council to hold public hearings on declaring two properties public menaces
The Pascagoula City Council will hold public hearings to consider whether properties at 1207 Mantou St and 4308 McArthur St should be declared public menaces. The consent agenda includes resolutions approving construction closeout for Beach Park Pier Improvements, a drainage project change order, discontinuing a local…
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…
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.
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.
Coahoma Development Corp to consider $250,000 park improvement project
The Coahoma Development Corp will hold a public hearing and consider funding up to $250,000 for Coahoma City Park improvements. The board will also discuss a new underpass project and review the CEDC financial report.
City Council approves water well project and insurance renewals
The Pascagoula City Council will approve the award of a bid for the Telephone Road Water Well Replacement Project and renew insurance policies for the Parks and Recreation Department. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes and a preliminary approval for a residential tax abatement.
Board to discuss sewer projects, public safety, parks
The Brandon Board of Aldermen and Mayor will hold a work session to discuss potential sewer projects and continue discussions on public safety and parks. No votes or decisions are expected; the session is for deliberation only.
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…
Board to decide on convenience store with fuel pumps
The Board of Adjustment will hear five applications including three variances and two conditional use permits. Items involve a temporary parking surface for a church, privacy fence encroachments, a new convenience store with gas pumps, and a drop yard facility.
Board to authorize advertising for two city positions
At this special call meeting, the Board of Aldermen will consider authorizing the advertisement of vacancies for Tennis Front Desk Clerk and Recreation and Tennis Coordinator. No other substantive actions are scheduled.
Recreation Commission reviews updates for Beach Park Pier and Sportsplex
The commission is meeting to discuss ongoing improvements to several city recreation sites. The session focuses on progress updates for park facilities and the recreation center gym floor.
City Council to consider grant application for Friendship Park Phase II with 20% match
The council will vote on a resolution to submit a grant application to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Restoration Fund for the 2026 Friendship Park Revitalization Project Phase II, and commit to matching 20% of grant funds. Other business includes approving out-of-state travel for the mayor and council members to…
Council to hold hearings on declaring two properties as public menaces
The council will hold public hearings to determine if properties at 1208 Communy and 702 Lafayette should be declared public menaces. They will also consider a consent agenda including resolutions for FEMA grant applications, tidelands proposals, professional service agreements, sports complex scoring booths, and an…
Board to hear variance request for new home on N. Victoria Street
The Board will hold a public hearing for a lot width variance at 204 N. Victoria Street. They will also consider a variance for a swimming pool setback at 204 Mockingtrail Lane and approve a consent agenda including construction pay requests and an Axon dash cam contract. Executive session is scheduled for employee…
Gulfport Zoning Board to review six variance and special exception requests
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will consider several requests for variances from city zoning codes and one special exception. Decisions will impact fence heights, parking requirements, and land use for specific properties.
Columbus City Council discusses fire equipment, property purchases, and city staffing
The City Council will consider various consent agenda items including fire department equipment purchases and event permits. The policy agenda includes discussions on municipal property sales, firefighter hiring, and public works staffing.
Board to consider $1.5M bond for street, sidewalk, and drainage improvements
The Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor will consider a $1.5 million general obligation note to fund street, sidewalk, storm drainage, and bridge projects. The board will also vote on appointing a new police chief, assistant chief, and deputy chief effective June 1, 2026. A public hearing is scheduled for a conditional…
Board to discuss tennis, pickleball, recreation issues
The Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to discuss tennis, pickleball, and other recreation issues for the city. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural and public comment.
Board to consider Bear Pen Pond grant and airport flood mitigation change order
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on a grant application for the Bear Pen Pond Aquatic Restoration Project and a change order for the Airport North Industrial Site Flood Mitigation Project. They will also discuss the FYE 2027 budget, approve bids for the North Cleveland Cemetery fence, and hold executive…
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…
Commission reviews Earth Day, delays breezeway flooring decision
The Cleveland Beautification Commission reviewed the April budget and old business, including a sign installation, breezeway flooring quotes, and Earth Day feedback. They discussed ending Earth Day earlier and creating larger signs for drop-off sites. No decisions were made on new business items.
Coahoma Development Corp to discuss park improvements and financial reports
The Coahoma Development Corp will meet to discuss a new underpass project, park improvements, and a public hearing for a $250,000 budget increase. The board will also review financial reports and current bills.
Commission to discuss Beach Park Pier improvements and disc golf course
The Recreation Commission will review old business items including Beach Park Pier improvements, a disc golf course, and IG Levy. They will also receive Parks and Recreation Department updates and set the next meeting date.
Columbus City Council considers public safety training, infrastructure contracts, and grants
The Mayor and City Council will review various consent agenda items including fire and police training expenses and event permits. The meeting also includes discussions on federal flood alleviation funding and several city infrastructure projects.
Key votes on Fire Station #3 addition, SPD generator project
The Southaven Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider multiple contracts and resolutions. Notable items include a contract for Fire Station #3 addition, bids for a police department generator project, and a final change order for Cherry Valley Pump Track and Skate Park. The board will also review a planning agenda…
Council to authorize disaster debris contracts and park project
The Gautier City Council will consider a consent agenda including authorizations to negotiate contracts for disaster debris monitoring, removal, and response services. They will also authorize negotiating architectural services for the Shepard State Park (Gray) House Project. The meeting includes proclamations for…
Mayor presents parking, Entergy, engineering, federal projects at work session
This is a work session of the Brandon Board of Aldermen & Mayor. Mayor Butch Lee will present six items for discussion, including an additional parking plan at City Hall, an Entergy underground service proposal, and an update on federal projects. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
City Council discusses drainage improvements, training expenses, and street permits
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including drainage improvements and park lighting. The agenda also includes various training expense approvals for city personnel and event permits for local organizations.
City to take over Natchez Tennis Center operations
The Board will consider approving the Parks and Recreation Department to assume daily operations of the Natchez Tennis Center, ending the current management agreement. Other business includes contracts for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing, a task order for a Brownfield Assessment Grant, drainage improvements, and…
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.
Columbus City Council to discuss bulldozer repairs and kayak project study
The Mayor and City Council will review various departmental reports, personnel matters, and city business. Key discussions include a revised bulldozer repair estimate and a request for qualifications regarding the Kayak Launch Project.
Aldermen vote on $7.6M water project, medical cannabis zoning
The board will vote on change orders for the Annexation Water/Sewer East Area Project totaling over $7.6 million, consider public hearings for a medical cannabis PUD amendment and a 42.5-acre rezoning, approve a final plat for an industrial lot, and discuss bids for the Craft Road water facility. A consent agenda…
Council to decide on rezoning Nathan Hale Ave for townhouses
The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning 3503 Nathan Hale Ave from residential to commercial for townhouses, a special use permit at 2620 Scovel Ave, and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance. Consent items include a Motorola Solutions quote for the Police Department, concrete for the…
Board to consider zoning amendments, $141k payment, and tax exemptions
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on a consent agenda with over 30 items including payments for infrastructure projects, approval of wage increases, and setting public hearings for conditional use permits and nuisance properties. A public hearing on amendments to the zoning ordinance will be held. The board…