Columbus, MS
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ColumbusMS averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $181,953 +2.3% yr/yr · +17.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2012–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$88.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$78.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$14.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$47.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,385 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202514 housing units ($4.5M)
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 10:30
General
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
August 26, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II.
TOPICS
J. Sansing
A.
***Discuss/Approve Change Order # 5 (FINAL) for the ARPA Drainage Improvements
Project.
J. Sansing
B.
***Discuss/Approve payment application #13 (FINAL) for the ARPA Drainage Improvements
Project.
R. Bonner
C.
***Discuss request to approve Facilities Usage Permit submitted by Columbus Police Chief
Garland Ward to have a business meeting with downtown business owners on September 2,
2026 at the Regal Hall from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
R. Bonner
D.
Discuss request to approve (5) Facilities Usage Permits Submitted by Main Street Columbus,
Inc./Barbara Bigelow, to Host Various Activities at Leadership Plaza during the Months of
October, November and December 2026 Free to the Public. Complimentary Usage is
Requested.
G. Ward
E.
Discuss permit request submitted by Ryan Munson, on behalf of Munson and Brothers, to
host "Oktoberfest Artist Booths & Vendors" to be held on October 2 - 4, 2026, …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
General
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to vote on blight property purchases, police hires, and kayak launch funding
The Columbus City Council will consider routine approvals (minutes, claims, permits) and several policy items, including purchasing four blighted properties for $46,000, hiring four certified police officers, promoting one officer to assistant chief, and allocating $85,000 for a kayak launch. The agenda also includes reports from city departments and appointments to boards.
- Approve purchase of 1606 Bell Avenue, 624 26th Street North, 2604 5th Avenue North, and 1007 Shady Street for Blight Program ($46,000)
- Discuss/approve hiring four certified police officers contingent on testing
- Discuss/approve promoting one CPD personnel to Assistant Chief (P2)
- Allocate $85,000 in-kind match for Kayak Launch
- Approve payment of $9,360 for Task 5 of Northside Neighborhood Historic Resource Digital Draft Survey
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
August 18, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II.
CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III.
APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart
A.
Approve Minutes for Meeting of July 21, 2026.
V. Stewart
B.
Approve Minutes for Work Session of July 30, 2026.
V. Stewart
C.
Approve Minutes for Meeting of August 4, 2026.
IV.
APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham
A.
Approve Docket of Claims for August 18, 2026.
V.
CONSENT AGENDA
G. Ward
A.
Approve permit request submitted by Tiffany Jefferson, on behalf of Columbus High School,
to host the "Homecoming Parade" to be held on September 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until
6:00 p.m. leaving Fairview Baptist Church parking lot at South Browder Street, right on
Alabama Street, left on North McCrary Road, and ending at the tennis courts in front of the
high school. See attached map.
G. Ward
B.
Approve request for two (2) CPD personnel to attend "Critical Incident Negotiations Level II"
to be held on A …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:30
General
Council to approve $1.11M claims docket, discuss hires, permits, blight purchases
The Columbus City Council will consider approving a docket of claims totaling $1,110,818.91 and a revised FY27 budget calendar. They will also discuss several parade and event permits, police training and hiring requests, public works hires, blight property purchases, and a kayak launch funding match.
- Approve August 4, 2026 Docket of Claims for $1,110,818.91
- Discuss permit for Columbus High School Homecoming Parade on Sept 24, 2026
- Discuss hiring 6 certified police officers and promoting 1 to Assistant Chief
- Discuss purchasing blight properties for $46,000
- Discuss $85,000 in-kind match for Kayak Launch
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
August 12, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II.
TOPICS
S. Jones
A.
*** Discuss/Approve the August 4, 2026 Docket of Claims in the amount of $1,110.818.91.
J. Brigham/J.
Garrett
B.
***Discuss/Approve the revised FY27 Budget Calendar.
G. Ward
C.
Discuss permit submitted by Tiffany Jefferson, on behalf of Columbus High School, to host
the "Homecoming Parade" to be held on September 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00
p.m. See attached map.
G. Ward
D.
Discuss request for two (2) CPD personnel to attend "Critical Incident Negotiations Level II"
to be held in Pearl, Mississippi and approval of payment for registration, lodging, travel and
meal expenses in the estimated amount of $1,172.50 each.
G. Ward
E.
Discuss permit submitted by Kevin Wright, on behalf of Christian Jeep Association, to host
the "Jeepin' and Fishin' the Tenn-Tom Waterway Jeep Parade" to be held on August 29, 2026,
at 2:00 p.m. See attached map.
G. Ward
F.
Discuss request for one (1) CPD …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00
General
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council to vote on fire dept. shift change, promotions, and building contracts
The Columbus City Council will consider several policy items, including a 48/96 shift change for Columbus Fire & Rescue, promotions for fire and police personnel, and bids for renovations to the former Dial-a-bus building and Propst Park Activity Center. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with facility usage requests and a resignation from a CPD officer.
- Approve 48/96 Shift Change for Columbus Fire & Rescue
- Discuss/Approve lowest qualified bid for former Dial-a-bus building general renovations from Rockwood Property Group for $59,538.41
- Discuss/Approve lowest qualified bid for former Dial-a-bus building roof replacement from Rockwood Property Group for $9,114.00
- Discuss/Approve lowest qualified bid for Propst Park Activity Center general renovations from New Creation for $7,400
- Discuss/Approve promoting six CPD Officers with annual rate of pay for promoted rank, effective August 4, 2026
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
August 4, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Meeting of July 7, 2026
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Work Session of July 15, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for August 4, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
R. Bonner A. Approve the request to change the complimentary Facility Usage Request of Zumba in Pink
from October 3, 2026 to October 10, 2026. October 3, 2026 was previously approved by
Council.
R. Bonner B. Approve the complimentary Facility Usage Request submitted by Lanise Frison to host Gospel
Community Day to be held at the Riverside Park Stage and Green Area on November 14, 2026
from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event is free to the public.
R. Bonner C. Approve the complimentary Facility Usage Request submitted by Columbus Recreation
Department's Request to use the Riverside Park and Stage/Restrooms f …
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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
City Council to consider Terry Brown Amphitheater change order and police promotions
The Mayor and City Council will discuss several personnel and operational matters, including police officer promotions and a fire apparatus replacement plan. The body will also review facility usage requests for Riverside Park and a purchase for a HUD Grant Excavator.
- Proposed Change Order #04.2 for spare conduits at the Terry Brown Amphitheater
- Intergovernmental transfer of CFR's mobile command center to the Town of Artesia
- Promotion of six Columbus Police Department officers effective August 4, 2026
- Reverse auction results for the HUD Grant Excavator purchase
- Alcohol sales request for Foodie Fest at Riverside Park Stage/Green Area on October 24, 2026
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
July 30, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
K. Stafford A. ***Discuss/Approve Proposed Change Order (#04.2: Spare Conduits) for the Terry Brown
Amphitheater.
J. Turnage B. ***Consider/Approve the intergovernmental transfer of CFR's mobile command center to the
Town of Artesia and/or its Fire Department Thursday - Saturday, July 30, - August 1, 2026.
G. Ward C. ***Discuss/Accept letter of resignation submitted by one (1) Columbus Police Department
Employee, effective immediately.
G. Ward D. Discuss promoting six (6) CPD Officers, with the annual rate of pay for the promoted rank,
effective August 4, 2026.
C. Yarbrough E. Discuss Fire Apparatus Replacement Plan.
C. Yarbrough F. Discuss 48/96 Shift Change.
C. Yarbrough G. Discuss Firefighter Calendar Fundraiser.
C. Yarbrough H. Discuss Gun Raffle.
R. Bonner I. Discuss Request submitted by Lanise Frison to serve/sell alcohol at the Riverside Park
Stage/Green Area for a Foodie Fest scheduled for October 24, 2026 f …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council approves $163,045 cybersecurity grant award
The Columbus City Council will consider a range of items, including the acceptance of a $163,045 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant. It will also approve several personnel actions, training expenses, and infrastructure projects such as speed hump installations and roof repair contracts. Additional agenda items cover advertising vacant city positions, reports from city departments, and upcoming policy discussions on promotions, hiring, and park maintenance contracts.
- Accept State and Local Cybersecurity Grant award of $163,045.00
- Approve roof repair contract for J.M. Trotter Convention Center – $4,852.33
- Approve roof repair contract for Regal Hall – $3,071.25
- Approve speed hump requests for Skylark Drive and Springdale Drive
- Approve $920.00 expense for Fire and Rescue firefighter rope‑rescue training in Jackson, MS
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
July 21, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes from July 2, 2026 Work Session
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes from July 9, 2026 Special Meeting
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for July 21, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
C. Yarbrough A. Accept letter of resignation from one (1) Fire and Rescue Firefighter, effective July 9, 2026,
and approve compensation for any unused leave.
C. Yarbrough B. Approve request for two (2) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend " Rope Rescue Awareness
and Operations" to be held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of registration, hotel, travel,
books, meal expenses, any other expenses in the amount of $920.00.
G. Ward C. Approve request to send five (5) CPD Officers to the "North Mississippi Law Enforcement
Training Center" in Tupelo, Mississippi, and approve cost of reimbursable tuition ($4,000. …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
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 Skylark Drive and Springdale Drive, and funding for CPD officer training in Tupelo. The agenda also contains a memorandum of agreement with Mississippi University for Women and a request for General Counsel to attend an AI for Mississippi Lawyers class.
- Discuss/Approve amended service agreement with Artistik Entertainment for Blues on the River
- Discuss/Accept resignation of one Columbus Recreation Department employee, effective July 19, 2026
- Discuss/Approve cost for sending five CPD officers to training in Tupelo: $4,000 tuition per officer and up to $350 clothing allowance per officer
- Discuss speed hump requests for Skylark Drive and Springdale Drive
- Discuss acceptance of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Award
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
July 15, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
G. Lewis A. ***Discuss/Approve the amended service agreement of Artistik Entertainment for Blues on
the River.
G. Lewis B. ***Discuss/Accept letter of resignation submitted by one (1) Columbus Recreation
Department employee, effective July 19, 2026 and authorize the HR Director to begin the
normal hiring process.
G. Lewis C. ***Discuss/Approve rescheduled STREAM training with the previous date of June 19-21,
2026 moved to July 22-24, 2026.
G. Lewis D. Discuss maintenance service contract bids for Propst Park, North Haven Woods, Lee Park and
Joe Cook Soccer Complex.
R. Bonner E. Discuss Facility Usage Request for Zumba in Pink to promote Breast Cancer Awareness to be
held at the Riverside Park and Stage on October 3, 2026 beginning at 10:30 am and ending at
1:00 pm. The event is free to the public.
J. Brigham / Z.
Foster
F. Discuss remaining funds from AIP Project for CLCA AWOS - Phase I.
K. Stafford G. Discuss Sky …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
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.
- Awarding bid for a new semi-tractor truck to Waters International Trucks, Inc. for $181,247
- Awarding bid for five natural gas generators to Absolute Power for $270,000
- Owner-Contractor Agreement for J.M. Trotter Convention Center audio/visual improvements for $297,474
- Asbestos removal for Dial-a-Bus via EAC Environmental for $17,850
- Repair of water-damaged ceilings and walls at Farmer's Market Annex for $8,850
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
July 7, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Work Session of June 10, 2026.
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Meeting of June 16, 2026.
V. Stewart C. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of June 24, 2026.
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for July 7, 2026.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
C. Yarbrough A. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend "Emergency Services
Administrative Professionals (ESAP) Conference" to be held in Biloxi, MS, and approve
payment of registration, hotel, travel, books, meal expenses, and any other expenses in the
amount of $1,054.
C. Yarbrough B. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend "Fire Department Safety
Officer (Online) and face-to-face" to be held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of
registration, hotel, travel, books, meal expenses, and any o …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
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.
- Awarding bid for five natural gas generators to Absolute Power for $270,000
- Awarding bid for a semi-tractor truck to Waters International Trucks, Inc. for $181,247
- Awarding bid for a 24-foot tandem axle hybrid steel end dump semi-trailer to Tri-State Truck Center of Tupelo for $50,905
- Awarding East Columbus Gym drainage project to Hannon LLC for $14,800.00
- Request for $600.00 per site for National Night Out on Crime at five community locations
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
July 2, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
B. Bryan A. Discuss expanding the Main Street Downtown Columbus Walking Tour with the placement of
a Historic Marker for City Hall presented by the Preservation Society of Columbus.
D. Taylor B. Discuss funds request in the amount of $600.00 per site (East Columbus Gym, Northaven
Woods, Sandfield Community Center, Sim Scott Community Center, Townsend Community
Center) for National Night Out on Crime.
C. Gilman C. Discuss promoting two (2) Forensic Chemist Trainees to Forensic Chemist(s).
C. Yarbrough D. Discuss permission to participate in a Gun Raffle with all proceeds going to Columbus Fire &
Rescue.
C. Yarbrough E. Discuss using Insurance Rebate Funds for a rescue saw and miscellaneous equipment for fire
trucks in the amount of $5,692.
C. Yarbrough F. Discuss AC Units for Fire Stations 1 and 3.
N. Katona G. Discuss putting the lowest and best bid for Dial-a-Bus asbestos removal on the consent
agenda.
R. Bonner/N. …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Columbus City Council discusses airport grants and municipal personnel matters
The City Council will review several aviation projects involving FAA grants for the Columbus Light Colonel Airport. The agenda also includes various personnel actions, tourism tax payments, and street closure permits.
- FAA AIP Grant of $246,301.00 for CLCA Automated Weather Observing System - Phase II
- Awarding CLCA Automated Weather Observing System - Phase II to Miller and Sons Construction for $259,264.00
- FAA AIG Grant of $179,703.00 for CLCA Open Hangar project
- Awarding CLCA Open Hangar project to T & M Steel Erectors, Inc. for $258,103.00
- Tourism Tax Payment totaling $237,561.11 distributed among various entities
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
June 16, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Meeting (Work Session) of May 27, 2026.
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Meeting of June 2, 2026
V. Stewart C. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of June 3, 2026.
V. Stewart D. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of June 10, 2026.
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for June 16, 2026.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
C. Yarbrough A. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend "Rope Rescue Awareness and
Operations" to be held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of registration, hotel, travel,
books, meal expenses, and any other expenses in the amount of $485.00.
C. Yarbrough B. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend "NFPA 1021-Fire Office I" to
be held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of registration, hotel, travel, books, meal
exp …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
City Council to adopt ordinance regulating golf carts and low‑speed vehicles
The Columbus City Council work session will discuss a range of items, including meal expenses of $700 from the Alva Temple Project Grant, advertising for a Public Information Officer, and a resolution to make certain police vehicles unmarked. Council members will also consider travel and lodging payments of $1,727.91 for two Public Works staff attending the MS 811 Damage Prevention Summit, and a $2,710 payment for each of two police officers attending a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer course. The session includes a proposed ordinance updating golf cart and low‑speed vehicle regulations and several permit requests for community events.
- Approve meal expenses estimated at $700.00 from the Alva Temple Project Grant
- Discuss advertising for a Public Information Officer
- Discuss and update the Golf Cart Ordinance for low‑speed vehicles
- Approve resolution ordering certain police vehicles be unmarked per Mississippi Code §25‑1‑87
- Approve travel, lodging, and meal expenses of $1,727.91 for two Public Works personnel to attend the MS 811 Damage Prevention Summit
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
WORK SESSION OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
June 10, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II.
TOPICS
S. Wilder
A.
Discuss/Approve meal expenses estimated at $700.00 from the Alva Temple Project Grant
Funds for Susan Wilder, Grant Writer, Carlos Rosales and Roberto Rosales (filmmaker) to go
to Denver, CO Sunday, June 14, 2026 through Wednesday, June 17, 2026 to interview Lt. Col.
James Harvey for the Alva Temple documentary with hotels, rental car, and gasoline paid for
by a contributor.
D. Davis
B.
Discuss advertising for a Public Information Officer.
J. Turnage
C.
Discuss Golf Cart Ordinance update.
P. Mitchell
D.
Discuss request to approve Resolution Ordering that certain Specified Police vehicles be
unmarked pursuant to Mississippi Code Section 25-1-87.
C. Bush
E.
Discuss request for (2) Public Works personnel to attend the "MS 811 Damage Prevention
Summit" to be held in Biloxi, MS, November 4–6, 2026, and approve payment for travel,
lodging, and meal expenses in the estimated amount of $1,727 …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Columbus City Council discusses equipment purchases and public safety projects
The City Council will consider several policy items including a camera system expansion to address gun violence and various infrastructure repairs. The agenda also includes multiple personnel matters, grant applications, and contract extensions.
- Award bid for J.M. Trotter Convention Center audio/visual system to Strictly Entertainment for $297,474
- NOLA Camera System Expansion Project in the amount of $52,500
- Purchase of a drain maintenance camera from Ingram Equipment Company for $60,000
- S & S Landscaping Nursery bypass cutting agreement for $99,000 annually
- Roofing repairs via Emergency Repair Program at 2408 22nd Avenue North ($7,700) and 1613 5th Avenue North ($7,280)
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
June 2, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Meeting (Work Session) of May 13, 2026
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Meeting of May 19, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for June 2, 2026.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
G. Irby A. Approve request to Ratify correction of addresses for two (2) previously purchased properties
on the Blight Program; 1301 9th Avenue North and 1014 10th Street South.
J. Sansing B. Approve Change Order #3 for the ARPA Drainage Improvements Project at no increased cost.
P. Mitchell C. Approve request to Award Bid/Reverse Auction for New Audio/Visual System for the J.M.
Trotter Convention Center to Strictly Entertainment in the amount of $297,474.
P. Mitchell D. Accept letter of retirement from Human Resources Director, Patricia Mitchell, and approve
payment of 240 hours of accrued vacation l …
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
City Council discusses grants, fire equipment, and city maintenance
The City Council will discuss several grant applications, including a Mississippi Arts Commission matching grant and a Quality-of-Life Event Grant. The agenda also includes discussions on fire truck funding, cemetery mowing contracts, and ARPA drainage projects.
- Mississippi Arts Commission Matching Grant application up to $1,000
- Human Resources Director attendance at MML Conference ($1,515.22)
- FY25 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for a new fire truck
- Victims' Advocate Coordinator travel to Domestic Violence Conference ($223.30)
- New audio/visual system bid for Trotter Convention Center
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
May 27, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
J. Spears A. ***Discuss/Approve April Finance Report
G. Lewis B. ***Discuss/Approve applying for the Mississippi Arts Commission Matching Grant not to
exceed $1,000 with 1:1 match. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2026.
G. Lewis C. ***Discuss/Approve Facilities Usage Permit submitted by Advocate Assistant Jaqueline
Brown on behalf of Turning It Around Ministries to host The "Orange for Life Gun Violence
Awareness" Event to be held at Propst Park from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
G. Lewis D. ***Discuss/Approve applying for the Quality-of-Life Event Grant (Columbus-Lowndes
Convention and Visitors Bureau) due on June 30, 2026. This is a reimbursable grant.
J. Brigham E. ***Discuss/Approve request for new Human Resources Director to attend the 95th Annual
MML Conference in Biloxi, MS with an estimated amount of $1,515.22.
G. Irby F. ***Discuss/Approve request to ratify change of addresses of two (2) previously purchased
prope …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
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.
- Purchase of fire boots, turnouts, and engine pump repairs totaling over $70,000
- Acquisition of 1200 Ash Street and 2007 Washington Avenue via community project funding
- Replacement of Parks and Recreation office AC for $6,259.50
- Hiring of one entry-level officer and three certified officers
- Request to submit a grant for two Rapid Intervention Team packs for $8,800
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
May 19, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Work Session of April 29, 2026
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Meeting of May 5, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for May 19, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
G. Lewis A. Approve two (2) Columbus Recreation Department employees attending the STREAM and
Gaming Implementation in Mobile, Alabama on June 19-20th in the estimated amount of
$988.
G. Lewis B. Approve Facilities Usage Request submitted by Tony Price on behalf of Kingdom Vision
Church to host a Back 2 School Drive at the Sandfield Pavilion on July 18, 2026, from 10am-
2pm.
G. Lewis C. Approve the Event Corporation Agreement between the City of Columbus Recreation
Department and the Columbus Arts Council for the Blues on the River Event on July 18,
2026.
J. Garrett D. Approve request from the Columbus Arts C …
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Wed May 13, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
City Council discusses fire equipment, property sales, and community event permits
The City Council will discuss several municipal actions including the sale of surplus property and funding for fire department equipment. The agenda also includes various permit requests for local festivals, parades, and street closures.
- Fire equipment: $36,838.00 for boots/turnouts, $14,550.00 for hoses, and $19,450.54 for engine 21 pump repair
- Purchase of 1220 Ash Street and 2007 Washington Street via Columbus Blight grant
- $15,000.00 contribution from Columbus-Lowndes Convention & Visitors Bureau for Alva Temple Documentary
- Estimated $988.00 for two Recreation Department employees to attend training in Mobile, AL
- Estimated $1,822.00 for two CPD personnel to attend an interview and interrogation course
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
May 13, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
J. Turnage A. ***Discuss/Approve Notice of Sale of Surplus Municipal Property and Resolution Declaring
Certain Municipal Property as Surplus and Authorizing the Sale of Said Property.
J. Turnage B. ***Discuss to Consider/Approve Resolution supporting Opportunity Zone nomination for
specified Census Tract.
G. Lewis C. Discuss two (2) Columbus Recreation Department employees attending the STREAM and
Gaming Implementation in Mobile, AL on June 19th-20th in the estimated amount of $988.
G. Lewis D. Discuss facilities usage request by Tony Price on behalf of Kingdom Vision Church to host a
Back 2 School Drive at the Sandfield Pavilion on July 18, 2026, from 10am-2pm.
G. Lewis/Q.
Walker
E. Discuss the Event Corporation Agreement between the City of Columbus Recreation
Department and the Columbus Arts Council for the Blues on the River Event on July 18, 2026.
Q. Walker F. Discuss request from the Columbus Arts Council to sel …
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
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.
- Awarding of $260,167.00 for a new truck mounted telescopic aerial device to Ingram Equipment
- Awarding of $43,650.00 for Summerhaven Drive Drainage Improvements to Hannon LLC
- Roofing repair contracts for 1613 5th Avenue North ($7,000) and 2408 22nd Avenue North ($7,100)
- Selection of an engineering firm for the $3,000,000.00 Lower Luxapalila Creek Watershed Project
- Permit request for the 2026 Southside Blues Festival on July 2-4
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
May 5, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes from Meeting of April 15, 2026
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes from Meeting of April 21, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for May 5, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
C. Yarbrough A. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend “Fire Management 101” to be
held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of registration, travel, meals, and other expenses in
the amount of $485.00.
C. Yarbrough B. Approve request for two (2) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend “Hazardous Materials-
Awareness and Operations” to be held in Jackson, MS, and approve payment of registration,
travel, meals, and other expenses in the amount of $420.00.
C. Yarbrough C. Approve request for two (2) Fire and Rescue personnel to attend “NFPA 1010: Driver
Operator” to be held in Jackson, MS, and ap …
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Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
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.
- Awarding Summerhaven Drive Drainage Improvements to Hannon, LLC for $43,650.00
- Propost Park Lighting wire change order of $5,621.00
- Training expenses: $2,318.00 for Critical Incident Negotiations and $2,685.00 for Computer Voice Stress Analyzer Course
- Training expenses: $1,290.00 each for four CPD personnel attending Mississippi Command College
- Permit request for Southside Blues Festival on July 2-4, 2026, blocking 9th Avenue South at 11th Street South
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
April 29, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
J. Turnage A. ***Discuss/Approve request to sign the Annual FPSI (Fire & Police Selection, Inc.) Contract to
receive testing materials for entry-level firefighters.
G. Lewis B. ***Discuss/Approve awarding the best bid for the concession stand contract bids for 2026
baseball and softball season.
B. Bigelow /
G. Lewis
C. Discuss the purchase of a 7 ft. T-Rex statue to be placed at the entrance of the Fossil Park or at
a location determined by the City.
J. Daughtry D. ***Discuss/Approve permit request submitted by Johnathan West, on behalf of Carter's
Funeral Services, to host "VPC Annual Memorial Celebration" to be held May 2, 2026, from
4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at 602 - 14th Street North, blocking 14th Street North at 6th Avenue
North and 7th Avenue North.
J. Daughtry E. Discuss accepting changes to date, location and cost of the previously approved Critical
Incident Negotiations Level 1 Training that will now be h …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
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.
- Awarding $11,200 bid to Beavers Electric for Propst Park Activity Center
- Review of increased bulldozer repair estimate from $58,552.34 to $79,458.75
- Request for qualifications for a Delineation Study of the Kayak Launch Project
- Veterans' Day Parade permit request for November 7, 2026
- Acceptance of $500.00 donations from Neel-Schaffer and Main Street Columbus for Riverwalk Arboretum Project
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
April 21, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Meeting of April 7, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for April 21, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
J. Garrett A. Approve full page ad in the Mississippi Business Journal in the amount of $1,100.
J. Garrett B. Approve request for Mayor and Council to attend the 2026 Mississippi Policy Conference
August 6-8, 2026 in Tunica, MS and approve payment for registration, travel, lodging and
meal expenses.
J. Garrett C. Approve request for Mayor and Council to attend the 2026 Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
Conference August 12-14, 2026 in Point Clear, Ala. and approve payment for registration,
travel, lodging and meal expenses.
J. Daughtry D. Approve permit request submitted by Marcel Pilate, on behalf of American Legion Post #69, to
host a "Veterans' Day Parade" to be held on …
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Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 10:30
City Council
City Council discusses street improvements, event permits, and personnel costs
The City Council will consider several items including road paving bids, revitalization grants, and various event permits. The agenda also includes travel requests for city personnel and updates on equipment repair estimates.
- Accept lowest bid for 2026 Bituminous Hot Mix Overlay and Street Improvements
- Resolution for 5th Street North Revitalization Scope SS4A
- Travel request for three CPD personnel to attend conference in Biloxi at $1,193.63 each
- Travel request for one Fire and Rescue personnel to attend conference in Biloxi at $1,240.00
- Bulldozer repair estimate increase from $58,552.34 to $79,458.75
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
April 15, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
J. Daughtry A. ***Ratify permit request submitted by Irena McClain, on behalf of the Diabetes Foundation of
Mississippi, to host the "Mississippi's Walk for Diabetes - Columbus/Golden Triangle" held on
April 12, 2026, from 10:30 am until 4:30 pm at the Riverwalk. See Attached Map.
J. Turnage B. ***Discuss/Approve Form of Employment Agreement for Latent Print Analyst and authorize
Mayor to execute same.
K. Stafford C. ***Discuss City Paving bid update and accept lowest bid for the 2026 Bituminous Hot Mix
Overlay and Street Improvements.
K. Stafford D. ***Discuss/Approve Resolution and grant submission for the 5th Street North Revitalization
Scope SS4A (Safe Streets for All) to improve 5th Street from 4th Avenue South (The Columbus
Light and Water Headquarters) to 5th Avenue North (Magnolia Bowl- where TAP Project
ends.)
J. Daughtry E. ***Discuss permit request submitted by Alan Aldridge to host "Porch Fest" to be held …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to consider $29,715 payment for employee medical physicals
The Mayor and City Council will review several personnel changes, including the retirement of the Fire Chief. The body is also deciding on various event permits, emergency home repairs, and professional training expenses.
- Payment of $29,715.00 to North Greenville Fitness for employee medical physicals
- Emergency Repair Program payments to Wheeler Roofing for 1022 15th Street North ($6,430) and 410 16th Street South ($7,199)
- Permit for 'Stella Yell' event on April 11, 2026, blocking College Street at 4th and 5th Street South
- Acceptance of $5,000 donation from Glenn Machine Works and $2,500 from Dan Duston/Straight Up Aviation, LLC for the Lt. Col. Alva Temple Museum project
- Proposed pay of $200 per case for a substitute City Prosecutor and $492.75 per day for Judge Pro Tem
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
April 7, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
V. Stewart A. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 11, 2026
V. Stewart B. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 12, 2026
V. Stewart C. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 17, 2026
V. Stewart D. Approve Minutes for Meeting of March 17, 2026
V. Stewart E. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 19, 2026
V. Stewart F. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 20, 2026
V. Stewart G. Approve Minutes for Special Meeting of March 31, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
J. Brigham A. Approve Docket of Claims for April 7, 2026
V. CONSENT AGENDA
D. Hughes A. Approve request for one Columbus Fire and Rescue Captain tuition reimbursement, in
accordance with the City of Columbus Continuing Educational Reimbursement Policy, in the
amount of $600.00.
D. Hughes B. Approve request for one (1) Fire and Rescue personn …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
Council to discuss hiring, permits, and roof repairs
The Columbus City Council will discuss hiring new department staff, approving permits for community events, and paying for roof repairs and legal publications. The body will also consider accepting donations for local projects and filling vacant public works positions.
- Award Bluecutt @ Leigh signal stripe improvements for $7,767.40
- Accept donations for Riverwalk Arboretum ($500) and Lt. Col. Alva Temple Museum ($5,000)
- Pay Wheeler Roofing for repairs at 410 and 1022 15th Street South ($13,629)
- Discuss permit for Tennessee Williams Tribute 'Stella Yell' on College Street
- Approve 2025-2026 Appropriation for Columbus Arts Council ($11,000)
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
WORK SESSION OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
March 31, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. PRESENTATION
S. Jones A. Presentation of Proclamation - March as National Athletic Training Month
III. TOPICS
K. Stafford A. Discuss/Approve awarding Bluecutt @ Leigh signal stripe improvements to JC Cheek for
$7,767.40.
J. Garrett B. Discuss/Approve acceptance of Fire Chief position in the amount of $92,700 pending
preliminary testing.
J. Garrett C. Discuss/Approve acceptance of HR Director position in the amount of $75,000 pending
preliminary testing.
J. Garrett D. Discuss/Approve 2025-2026 Appropriation — Columbus Arts Council $11,000.00
J. Garrett E. Discuss/Approve Interlocal Agreement — Market Street Festival $15,000.00
J. Turnage F. Discuss/Approve Resolution regarding the status and removal of trees within the Burns
Bottom Urban Renewal District.
G. Lewis G. Discuss hiring one (1) full-time temporary worker, one (1) seasonal worker for grass cutting at
the Columbus Recreation Department, one (1) Site Superv …
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Fri Mar 20, 2026 · 13:30
City Council
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council approves permits, budgets, and demolition contracts
The Columbus City Council will approve permits for community events, authorize payments for personnel training and tree inventory, and discuss hiring new police officers. The body will also consider awarding demolition contracts for blight elimination and approving a 2026 cost-of-living adjustment.
- Approve permits for 'Tales from the Crypt' at Friendship Cemetery
- Approve $9,500 tree inventory at Friendship Cemetery
- Approve $25,000 Tourism Tax payment to Lowndes County
- Discuss awarding demolition contracts for blight elimination
- Discuss hiring four entry-level and three certified police officers
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
March 17, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. CONFIRMATION OF/OR AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
III. APPROVE MINUTES FOR PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
P. Mitchell A. Approve Minutes from Meeting of February 25, 2026
P. Mitchell B. Approve Minutes from Meeting of March 3, 2026
V. Stewart C. Approve Minutes from Special Meeting of March 5, 2026
IV. APPROVE DOCKET OF CLAIMS.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
J. Daughtry A. Approve permit request submitted by Frances Glenn, on behalf of Columbus-Lowndes
Convention & Visitors Bureau, to host "Tales from the Crypt" to be held on April 8, 10, 15 and
17, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. each date at Friendship Cemetery. See attached
map.
J. Daughtry B. Approve permit request submitted by Cynthia Mutch, on behalf of Frank P. Phillips Memorial
YMCA, to host "Healthy Kids Day Fun Run/Walk" to be held on April 25, 2026, from 9:30
a.m. until 1:00 p.m. See attachments.
J. Daughtry C. Approve permit request submitted by Barbara Bigelow, on behalf of Mai …
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Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
City Council meets in executive session on personnel matter
This special meeting of the Columbus City Council consists only of a call to order and an executive session to discuss a personnel matter. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Executive session for a personnel matter (item A)
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
March 17, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A. Personnel Matter (1)
Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 09:30
City Council
Columbus City Council to discuss purchase of 14 properties from State of Mississippi
The Mayor and City Council will discuss the purchase of 14 properties using a Community Project Funding Grant. The body will also review several event permits and bid recommendations for building demolitions.
- Purchase of 14 properties from the State of Mississippi via Community Project Funding Grant
- Bid recommendations for demolition of 1113 5th Street South, 915 16th Street North, and 1610 8th Avenue North
- Permit requests for 'Tales from the Crypt', 'Healthy Kids Day Fun Run/Walk', and 'Market Street Festival'
- Resolution to declare municipal property as surplus and authorize its sale
- Request to install two dinosaur-themed sculptures for Dr. John "Jack" Kaye Cretaceous Park at no cost to the city
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
March 11, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPICS
B. Bigelow A. Discuss request to install two dinosaur-themed sculptures promoting the Dr. John "Jack"
Kaye Cretaceous Park at no cost to the city.
J. Daughtry B. Discuss permit request submitted by Frances Glenn, on behalf of Columbus-Lowndes
Convention & Visitors Bureau, to host "Tales from the Crypt" to be held on April 8, 10, 15 and
17, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at Friendship Cemetery.
J. Daughtry C. Discuss permit request submitted by Cynthia Mutch, on behalf of Frank P. Phillips Memorial
YMCA, to host "Healthy Kids Day Fun Run/Walk" to be held on April 25, 2026, from 9:30
a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
J. Daughtry D. Discuss permit request submitted by Barbara Bigelow, on behalf of Main Street Columbus, to
host the "Market Street Festival" to be held on May 2, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in
downtown Columbus and sell beer during the festival.
G. Lewis E. Discuss the approval of one (1) Columbus Recreat …
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Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
Council to consider $98,552 in spending including Bassmaster and bulldozer repair
The Columbus City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve two sponsorship requests totaling $40,000 for the Bassmaster Elite Tournament and the America 250 CAFB Open House Celebration, as well as a $58,552.34 payment for bulldozer repair. All items are for approval of specific expenditures.
- Sponsorship request for Bassmaster Elite Tournament: $25,000
- Sponsorship request for 2026 America 250 CAFB Open House Celebration: $15,000
- Payment for bulldozer repair: $58,552.34
- Special meeting of the Mayor and City Council
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City of Columbus
POST OFFICE BOX 1408, COLUMBUS, MISSISSIPPI 39703
Phone (662) 328-7021 - Fax: (662) 329-5173
MAYOR
STEPHEN JONES
CITY COUNCIL
ETHEL STEWART WARD 1
RODERICK SMITH WARD 2
RUSTY GREENE WARD 3
LAVONNE HARRIS WARD 4
GREGORY JEFFERSON WARD 5
JASON SPEARS WARD 6
SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COLUMBUS, MS
March 5, 2026
GENERAL COUNSEL
JEFF TURNAGE
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
JAMMIE GARRETT
CFO/SECRETARY-TREASURER
JAMES "JIM" BRIGHAM
I. CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
II. TOPIC(S)
J. Garrett A. Discuss/Approve payment of sponsorship requests for Bassmaster Elite Tournament in the
amount of $25,000.00 and the 2026 America 250 CAFB Open House Celebration in the
amount of $15,000.00.
J. Garrett B. Discuss/Approve payment of Bulldozer Repair in the amount of $58,552.34.
III. ADJOURN
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $73.6M | STARK AEROSPACE INC. Department of Defense · MK 25 MOD 1 CANISTERS W/PHS&T |
| $9.8M | BURNS DIRT CONSTRUCTION, INC. Department of Defense · INSIDE RUNWAY |
| $8.0M | 4-COUNTY ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF UTILITY PRIVATIZATION OF THE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYST |
| $5.9M | STARK AEROSPACE INC. Department of Defense · YEAR 2 SUSTAINMENT/ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE PLUG-LN OPTRONIC PAYLO |
| $5.6M | COLUMBUS MARBLE WORKS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · NATIONWIDE OFFSITE INSCRIPTION & DELIVERY SERVICES V1/V5 BLANK GRANITE |
| $5.3M | WEST BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Defense · RENOVATE PAINT BARN |
| $5.2M | COLUMBUS MARBLE WORKS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · OFF-SITE MANUFACTURE OF BLANK (U1) FOR NATIONWIDE DISTRIBUTION |
| $5.2M | COLUMBUS MARBLE WORKS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · OFF-SITE MANUFACTURE OF BLANK (U1) FOR NATIONWIDE DISTRIBUTION FUND BA |
| $5.1M | STARK AEROSPACE INC. Department of Defense · PROCUREMENT OF REPAIR SERVICES FOR THE PLUG-IN OPTRONIC PAYLOAD (POP) |
| $4.7M | PHILLIPS CONTRACTING CO., INC. Department of Defense · MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS OF THE TTWW UPLAND DISPOSAL AREAS IN MONROE/LO |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Lowndes County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Severe Storm": 10, "Hurricane": 6, "Biological": 2, "Winte · last Fri Feb 6, 2026)
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments1,440 (20,572 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$968/mo (1,225 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.7% (low numeracy 44% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$88.9M
Annual budget
$47.9M
Debt outstanding
14
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$88.9M
Spending$78.9M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$47.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.54×
Debt-load index51 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.