DeSoto County public meetings in 2023

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss business investment incentives and various land use applications. The meeting includes reviews of county facility projects and several subdivision requests.

• Proposed 10-year real property incentive of $5,165,825.00 for Gardner, Inc
• Request to accept MDEQ Household Hazardous Waste Grant of $75,000
• Rezoning amendment for Creekside Meadows PUD on Getwell Road
• Final subdivision approval for Reserves at Camp Creek, Ph 3 on Laughter Road
• Authorization for bids for Sheriff’s Department vehicle equipment

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss old business regarding an E911 tower and a request to purchase communications equipment. The board will also review legislative requests for the Mississippi delegation.

• E911 Tower - Walls Tony Nowak
• Request to purchase communications equipment over $25,000
• Legislative requests to MS Delegation Supervisors

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider three variance applications at its December 11, 2023 meeting. Each request asks for relief from specific zoning ordinance requirements on residential properties in District 5. The board will also approve minutes from its November 13, 2023 meeting.

• Variance by Lonny Worley (VAR-001819-2023) for front setback less than 50 ft at 5891 McIngvale Road, zoned A
• Variance by Dream Home Construction (VAR-001820-2023) for fence taller than 3 ft in front yard at 4007 Bakersfield Drive, zoned R-20
• Variance by Nancy Walls (VAR-001821-2023) for side setback less than 8 ft at 4036 Crystal Court, zoned R-1

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss infrastructure projects including the Juvenile Detention renovation and EOC design. The meeting includes reviews of county vehicle and moonlighting policies, health insurance renewals, and various equipment procurement bids.

• Bids for single axle dump trucks, 12,000 pound compact track loaders, and traffic striping
• Proposed changes to the mailing fee for license plate renewals
• Renovation updates for Juvenile Detention and Sheriff’s Administration 2nd floor
• Proposed revisions to Moonlighting and Vehicle and Equipment Use policies
• Budget amendments for Animal Services, Tax Collector, and Civic Center Expansion Project

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider several land-use applications, including a rezoning request for an RV park, a PUD amendment, and multiple subdivision plats. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and address two concurrence items.

• Rezoning of 7.9 acres from M-1 to C-4 for McCracken Rd RV Park (Parcel #307420000 0001100)
• Amendment of Creekside Meadows PUD on Getwell Rd (Parcel #3-07-2-10-00-0-00003-01)
• Preliminary plat for Helen 28 1 Lot Subdivision (2.29 acres, Coryelle Rd)
• Final plat for Reserves at Camp Creek, Ph 3 (12 lots, 9.10 acres, Laughter Rd)
• Minor lot final plat for Burkley Estates (2 lots, 4.002 acres, Nesbit Rd) with 4:1 ratio waiver

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss property tax incentives for Riverhorse DC, LLC and JAS Forwarding USA, Inc. The meeting also includes reviews of several land subdivisions and a rezoning request for The Orchard property. Other business includes budget amendments and facility project updates.

• Business investment incentives for Riverhorse DC, LLC ($21,331,275.62) and JAS Forwarding USA, Inc. ($18,386,908.00)
• Rezoning of The Orchard (Hwy 305 and Stewart Rd) from AR to A-R Overlay
• Final subdivision of 25 lots for Deerwood Crossing, Ph 2 on Dean Rd and Fogg Road
• Contract for professional audit services with Bridgers, Goodman, Baird & Clarke for 2023-2024
• Budget amendment requests for Liability Insurance, Justice Court, EMS, and Sheriff's Department

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold discussions regarding flood studies and flowage easements. The meeting includes presentations from HLC Watershed and Coldwater River Watershed & Tributaries representatives.

• Appointment of Teresa Thomas as Assistant Receiving Clerk for All Departments
• Flood study discussion with Andy Simmerman (HLC Watershed)
• Coldwater River Watershed & Tributaries discussion with Cory Winders
• Discussion on flowage easements with Cory Winders

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider nine variance applications and two conditional use applications. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules for accessory buildings, fences, setbacks, and signs at various properties. The conditional use requests are for a mobile home in hardship conditions and a dog kennel.

• Variance for accessory building and fence taller than 3 ft at 3540 Flat Rock Drive (Mark Cook)
• Variance for accessory building larger than 50% of primary structure at 7127 Payne Lane (Curtiss Dodson)
• Variance for accessory building larger than 75% of primary structure at 10612 N Cockrum Drive (John Hopper)
• Conditional use for mobile home in hardship conditions at 1906 Sparks Road (Edward Merriweather)
• Conditional use for dog kennel at 1308 Ross Road (Desti Sidle Bowerman – Sidlehill Farms)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss various county contracts, budget amendments, and procurement requests. The meeting includes decisions on road and sewer improvements and the approval of minor lot subdivisions.

• Bids for Agri Education Multi Use Trails and Star Landing Road sewer improvements
• Recommendation to award a contract for an Emergency Medical Vehicle over $75,000
• Purchase of a 2024 Dump Trailer for $46,000 and a John Deere CP24G Cold Planer for $25,750
• Request to void tax sales for four specific parcels
• Final subdivision applications for the Hawkins lot and Pretti minor lots

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider one rezoning request and several subdivision applications. The most significant item is a request to rezone property at Hwy 305 and Stewart Rd from AR to A-R Overlay. The commission will also review final plats for Deerwood Crossing Phase 2, The Orchard, and two minor lot subdivisions.

• Rezoning of The Orchard property (parcel #206515000 0001000) from AR to A-R Overlay, east of Hwy 305 and north of Stewart Rd
• Final subdivision of Deerwood Crossing, Ph 2: 25 lots on 62.30 acres, south of Dean Rd and west of Fogg Rd
• Final subdivision of The Orchard, 1st Revision: 2 lots on 2.40 acres, east of Hwy 305 and north of Stewart Rd
• Minor lot subdivision of Brights Creek, 1st Rev: 4 lots on 11.16 acres, south of Bright Rd and west of Malone Rd
• Minor lot subdivision of Sandidge 4 Lot: 4 lots on 21.95 acres, north of Dean Rd and east of Sparks Rd

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of administrative and planning items, including public hearings on litter ordinance violations, approval of new subdivisions, and various contracts and purchases. The agenda includes consent items, old business, and new business, with a focus on routine county operations and development approvals.

• Public hearings on litter ordinance violations for multiple properties in Cypress Trails and other areas
• Rezoning request for Kyle's Creek Sec. F (26.39 acres) to adjust Payne Lane right-of-way and setbacks
• Final subdivision approvals for The Estates of Grays Valley Sec. C (39 lots), Kyles Creek Sec. F (48 lots), Keough Subdivision, and Britt Subdivision
• Contract renewals and new agreements, including E-911 tower use, environmental services, and sheriff's department purchases over $25,000
• Budget amendments and interfund loan request for Lewisburg Fire Department

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider four variance applications, three seeking to exceed the 3-foot fence height limit in front yards and one seeking a reduced side setback. All are public hearings on new business.

• Variance VAR-001805-2023 by Jamel Williams for a taller fence at 8084 Briscoe Drive (zoned R-30)
• Variance VAR-001806-2023 by Gerald Sinclair and Lanelle Samuel for a taller fence at 7149 Scarlet Street (zoned PUD)
• Variance VAR-001807-2023 by Lauren Bloodworth for a taller fence on Sawyer Circle (zoned PUD)
• Variance VAR-001808-2023 by Tonia Rochelle for a reduced side setback at 6278 Poplar Corner Rd (zoned AR)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to handle routine approvals, road project updates, and new business including tax matters, animal shelter reports, and planning items. They will also consider several contracts and agreements, including a letter of credit for Bakersfield West and a cyber security agreement. The agenda includes two subdivision applications for final approval.

• Quarterly allocations: Tax Assessor $470,582, Tax Collector $422,417.25, Sheriff $9,320,263.75
• Austin Road Bridge Replacement – engineer approval and MOA resolutions
• Swinnea Road Widening & Extension – APAC Paving subcontract
• Public hearing for 2065 Jaybird Drive (MS 19-5-105)
• Cypress Trails final subdivision (combine Lots 29 & 30) and Elrod Estates minor lot subdivision

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve consent agenda items, including bid specifications for a new E-911 communications tower and emergency medical vehicles, and to discuss old and new business. Notable items include a proposed purchase over $25,000 for a Lewisburg VFD fire truck, budget amendments, and a request to reject all bids for polyethylene pipe. The agenda also includes public comments and updates from various departments.

• Bid specs for E-911 communications tower (Bid File #24-265-001)
• Bid specs for one or more emergency medical vehicles (Bid File #24-240-001)
• Approval of purchase over $25,000 for Lewisburg VFD fire truck
• Final FY2023 budget amendments and interfund transfers
• Request to reject all bids for polyethylene/polypropylene pipe (Bid File #24-300-003)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider four variance applications. Each applicant is seeking an exception to the county zoning ordinance for property-specific issues involving fences, building setbacks, a mobile home, and an accessory building. The board will also approve the minutes from its August 14, 2023 meeting.

• Variance (VAR-001800-2023) by Kelly Flake for a fence taller than 3 ft. in the front yard of a corner lot at 2397 Hyacinth Lane (zoned R-20)
• Variance (VAR-001801-2023) by Petronila Valencia for a side setback of less than 100 ft. for a mobile home at 14694 Strickland Road (zoned A)
• Variance (VAR-001802-2023) by Scott Perkins for a side building setback of less than 15 ft. at 1142 Laughter Road South (zoned A)
• Variance (VAR-001803-2023) by Michael Myers for an accessory building in the front yard at 9655 Green River Road (zoned A)
• Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved four variance applications regarding fence height, building setbacks, and accessory building placement. The board also approved the meeting minutes from August 14, 2023.

• Approved variance for Kelly Flake to allow a fence taller than 3 ft. in a corner lot front yard (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for Petronila Valencia to allow a mobile home side setback of less than 100 feet (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for Scott Perkins to allow a side building setback of less than 15 ft. (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for Michael Myers to allow an accessory building in the designated front yard (Unanimous)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the FY24 budget, followed by approval of the budget and tax levy. The agenda also includes consent items, old and new business, and planning items, with several contracts, purchases, and appointments requiring approval.

• Public hearing and approval of FY24 budget and tax levy
• Release of letter of credit for Jones Road/Ross Meadows Subdivision
• Award bids for crushed limestone & rip rap (Bid #24-300-001) and culverts (Bid #24-300-002)
• Purchases over $25,000: equipment for three 2023 Dodge Chargers, 2 power stretchers, 3 CPR devices
• Minor lot approvals: Pacheco, James and Robbie Baptist Estate, Bolin Road

The Board of Supervisors approved a revised ambulance purchase agreement, shifting the rotation for Hernando and Horn Lake from eight years to five years. Other actions included approving the use of grey pipe in the Riley Meadows Subdivision and finalizing a sidewalk project. The Board took proposed improvements for the Tax Collector building under advisement.

• Approved ambulance purchase rotation change to 5 years for Hernando and Horn Lake (5-0)
• Approved use of grey pipe instead of concrete in Riley Meadows Subdivision (5-0)
• Authorized signing of final acceptance letter for Lewisburg School Sidewalk Project (5-0)
• Approved changing AgriCenter Trails Project Director to Jason Youngblood (5-0)
• Approved August 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including road reports and contract renewals (5-0)
• Took Tax Collector building improvements under advisement (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved moving up to $2 million from the General and Road & Bridge Funds to the Insurance Fund. They also authorized a contract amendment for Waste Connections to use used equipment and delay recycling services until December 4. Additionally, budget amendments for EMS and legal authorizations for fire department contracts were approved.

• Authorized transfer of up to $2M to Insurance Fund from General and Road & Bridge Funds (4-0)
• Authorized amendment for Waste Connections to use used carts/trucks and start recycling Dec 4 (3-1)
• Approved budget amendments for EMS (4-0)
• Authorized Smith Phillips to work on Lewisburg Fire Department truck agreement (3-0)
• Authorized Smith Phillips to work on Walls Fire Department station improvement contract (3-0)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission will consider two minor lot subdivision applications, both requesting waivers related to easements. The first is a final subdivision of 3 lots on 11.24 acres on Leavell Rd, and the second is a final subdivision of 2 lots on 10.10 acres on Horn Lake Rd. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and standard procedural items.

• Michael Davis Minor Lot (SUB-0007800-2023): final subdivision of 3 lots on 11.24 acres, waiver of easement width, length, and number of lots served, located on Leavell Rd, zoned A
• McGowen Place 2 Lot Minor Lot (SUB-0007846-2023): final subdivision of 2 lots on 10.10 acres, waiver of easement length, located on Horn Lake Rd, zoned A-R

The Commission unanimously approved final subdivision applications for Bakersfield West Sec. E, Howard Estates PH 2, and Crosswinds PH 3. An application for the Michael Davis Minor Lot was tabled pending revisions to easement width.

• Approved Bakersfield West, Sec. E final subdivision of 34 lots on 20.87 acres (Unanimous)
• Approved Howard Estates, PH 2 final subdivision of 8 lots on 17.38 acres (Unanimous)
• Approved Crosswinds, PH 3 final subdivision of 36 lots on 54.58 acres (Unanimous)
• Tabled Michael Davis Minor Lot application for 3 lots on 11.24 acres until August 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 29, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including approval of the agenda and consent agenda. The main substantive items are a budget discussion for fiscal year 2024 and a request to approve a check for the 60/40 Hwy 51 building. The agenda is a draft and subject to changes.

• Approval for Clerk to Write Check for 60/40 Hwy 51 Building
• Budget Discussion – FY2024

The Board authorized a $12,500 security deposit for a building at 6040 Hwy 51 in Southaven. They also approved budget amendments for road management and a tax incentive letter for the ABM Tax Energy Project. The Board took a request for additional public defenders under advisement.

• Approved $12,500 security deposit for 6040 Hwy 51 building (5-0)
• Approved ABM Tax Energy Project incentive letter with DHS HVAC unit deleted (5-0)
• Approved budget amendments for the Road Department (5-0)
• Budgeted $46,975 for 2024 aerial photos and authorized outreach for cost-sharing (5-0)
• Took request for two additional public defenders under advisement (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including approval of the agenda and consent agenda. Under new business, they will consider an IT purchase over $25,000 for VMware licensing and renewal with a vendor change, and discuss the FY2024 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with these two items being the main substantive topics.

• IT purchase over $25,000 for VMware licensing and renewal, changing vendor
• FY2024 budget discussion

The Board authorized final payments to Waggoner and Talbot Brothers for the Holly Springs Road project and approved the use of the Garcia House as a project office. Additionally, the Board approved a purchase for VMware server licensing and conducted a detailed review of the FY2024 budget proposals.

• Authorized Board President to sign Holly Springs Road close-out documents (4-0)
• Approved final payments to Waggoner for Holly Springs Road in amounts of $20,028.65 and $7,036.58 (4-0)
• Approved final payments to Talbot Brothers for Holly Springs Road in amounts of $216,946.27 and $146,302.12 (4-0)
• Approved making the Affidavit of Inspection for Holly Springs Road part of the Board minutes (4-0)
• Authorized request to MDOT to use Garcia House as a project office for Star Landing Road (4-0)
• Approved purchase and prepayment of VMware Licensing & Renewal from Mainline (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will vote on a consent agenda including a 5-year personal property tax incentive for DMC Power, Inc. (valued at $2,091,790) and several budget amendments. They will also hold public hearings on three final subdivision plats (Bakersfield West, Howard Estates, Crosswinds) and discuss new business items such as parking regulations, a public defender appointment, and various contracts and purchases.

• Final resolution for DMC Power, Inc. 5-year personal property tax incentive (expansion) valued at $2,091,790, effective 02/28/2023 through 12/31/27
• Final subdivision applications: Bakersfield West (34 lots), Howard Estates PH 2 (8 lots), Crosswinds PH 3 (36 lots)
• Budget amendments for Animal Services, Circuit Court, Sheriff Department, EMS, Road Maintenance, and other funds
• Purchase over $25,000 for ICAC furniture and Sheriff's Department emergency vehicle purchase
• Request to increase chair allowance to $200

The Board approved the ranking of prospective Construction Managers At Risk for the Landers Center and authorized interviews. The Board also approved a consent agenda including budget amendments and business incentives, and modified Labor Day holiday schedules for waste services.

• Approved Construction Manager At Risk rankings for Landers Center (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and DMC Power, Inc. incentives (4-1)
• Approved Labor Day holiday for Waste Pro (4-1)
• Approved rubbish pit closing for Labor Day holiday (4-1)
• Approved September waste roll out with recycling starting October 30th (4-1)
• Approved adding a citizen petition regarding dust on Lucious Dobbins Road to the minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to handle routine business, including a consent agenda item and several new business items. They will discuss Horn Lake's request to use the Justice Court courtroom, hiring an architect to assess the B J Chain Library, purchasing two School Resource Officer vehicles over $25,000, and the FY2023 budget. No final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Horn Lake request to use Justice Court courtroom temporarily
• Hire architect to assess B J Chain Library
• Sheriff's Department purchase over $25,000 for 2 SRO vehicles
• FY2023 budget discussion

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding committing $3 million in matching funds for a sewer district grant. Other actions included authorizing the purchase of two SRO vehicles and hiring a professional to assess the B.J. Chain Library.

• Approved MOU with Horn Lake Creek Interceptor Sewer District committing $3M in matching funds (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Dodge Chargers for SROs from Cannon Motors at $36,500 each (3-0)
• Authorized hiring Chris Brown to assess structural issues at B.J. Chain Library (3-0)
• Authorized Smith Phillips to investigate Horn Lake's temporary use of Southaven Justice Courtroom (3-0)
• Approved Pure Standard Cost Sharing Agreement for Southaven Condo (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda with additions (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider four variance applications at its August 14, 2023 meeting. These include requests for reduced front setbacks, larger accessory buildings, and taller fences in front yards. The board will also approve minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for reduced front setback at 11395 Hickory Drive (VAR-001796-2023)
• Variance for accessory building size and placement at 9235 Coryelle Lane (VAR-001797-2023)
• Variance for fence height at 2108 Livingston Way (VAR-001798-2023)
• Variance for fence height at 2871 Cypress Lakes Drive S. (VAR-001799-2023)

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved four variance applications regarding building setbacks, accessory building size and placement, and fence height. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 10, 2023.

• Approved variance for Kyla Cottam (11395 Hickory Drive) for a front building setback of less than 40 feet (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for Brian Duhme (9235 Coryelle Lane) for an accessory building in a corner lot front yard and exceeding 75% of primary structure square footage (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for J. Sam Jowers (2108 Livingston Way) for a fence taller than 3 ft. in a corner lot front yard (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for Tracie Augusta (2871 Cypress lakes Drive S.) for a fence taller than 3 ft. in a corner lot front yard (Unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on tax roll protests, consider final resolutions for business investment incentives, and review a rezoning application. The consent agenda includes routine reports, property dispositions, and contract approvals. New business covers various purchases, grant acceptances, and road department requests.

• Public hearing on protests to real and personal property tax rolls
• Final resolutions for Kenco Logistic Services ($32M real property expansion), ATCO Rubber Products ($1.9M personal property), Wheeler Fleet Solutions ($4.8M personal property)
• Rezoning of 30.01 acres from R-30 to A on Vaiden Rd (RZNE-000819-2023)
• Multiple minor lot approvals (Walker, Emerson, Lincoln Manor, Freeman's)
• Purchases over $25,000: F250, jail emergency, IT, search & rescue radios

The Board of Supervisors approved the Real and Personal Property Tax Rolls following a public hearing where no objections were filed. The Board also approved several road project updates and business investment incentives.

• Approved Real & Personal Property Tax Rolls (5-0)
• Approved 10-year real property expansion incentive for Kenco Logistic Services, LLC ($32M) (5-0)
• Approved 10-year personal property incentive for ATCO Rubber Products ($1,907,280) (5-0)
• Approved 10-year personal property incentive for Wheeler Fleet Solutions ($4,820,387) (5-0)
• Approved final maintenance release for Holly Springs Road Project (5-0)
• Approved Task Order 47 for Agricenter Trails design services (5-0)
• Authorized cost estimate and funding request from MDOT for Getwell Road intersection (5-0)
• Approved Stabilization Inc. as sub-contractor for Swinnea Road Project (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider consent agenda items including tax incentives for Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation expansions, budget amendments, and various contracts. They will also hold public hearings on rezoning requests and a solid waste issue, and discuss old business such as the Landers Center expansion and solid waste contracts.

• Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation personal property tax incentives: $330,678 (12385 Crossroads Dr.), $2,321,066 (12815 Crossroads Dr.), $1,674,702 (8735 S. Crossroads Dr.)
• Public hearing on rezoning 30.01 acres (Chris Fowler) and 36.01 acres (Collin McCrary) from R-30 to A near Vaiden Rd and Craft Rd
• Public hearing on solid waste violation at 2065 Jaybird Drive, Hernando
• Solid waste collection and disposal contracts with Waste Connections requiring signature
• Approval of bid specifications for crushed limestone, culverts, and pipe for Road Management

The Board of Supervisors approved the meeting agenda with several additions. The board also reviewed budget amendments for various departments, including Animal Services, EMS, and the Sheriff's Department, and processed inventory dispositions for the Sheriff's Department.

• Approved meeting agenda with additions and corrections (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider ten requests: eight variances for accessory buildings or fences exceeding height limits, and two conditional use applications (a cemetery and a hardship mobile home). All items are new business; the board will also approve minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for accessory building at 1077 Mabry Road (David Hill)
• Variance for accessory building at 8000 Vaiden Road (Chris Fowler)
• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft at 13541 Landry Lane (Katlin Schlafer)
• Conditional use for cemetery at 14908 Denman Road (April McMillian)
• Conditional use for mobile home on Days Road (Michelle Slakans)

The Board of Adjustment approved several variance requests for accessory buildings and fences in front and side yards. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 12, 2023.

• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 1077 Mabry Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building in side yard at 8000 Vaiden Road (unanimous)
• Approved variance for fence taller than 3 ft. in front yard at 13541 Landry Lane (unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building and fence taller than 3 ft. in front yard at 2150 Westwind Drive (unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve routine financial items, consider tax incentives for two businesses, and discuss various contracts and operational matters. The agenda includes budget amendments, quarterly allocations, and several contract approvals, as well as a presentation of property tax rolls and a litter violation posting.

• 10-year personal property tax incentives for Ground Support Specialist, LLC: $1.3M (2205 Cole Rd) and $12M (6228 Hurt Rd)
• Quarterly allocations: Tax Assessor $449,858, Tax Collector $400,549, Sheriff $8,364,687.42
• Approval of order to equalize tax rolls (MS Code 27-35-83)
• Litter violation posting permission at 2065 Jaybird Road
• IT purchase over $25,000 for courthouse AV system

The Board of Supervisors approved a $500 allocation to support the Honor Our Troops Golf Classic. The Board also approved the June 2023 meeting minutes and updated the meeting agenda with several new items.

• Approved $500 allocation to Honor Our Troops Golf Classic (5-0)
• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda additions and corrections (5-0)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests, each seeking to change 30-36 acres from R-30 to A. The commission will also consider two subdivision applications, including one with a waiver of easement width. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes.

• Rezoning of 30.01 acres from R-30 to A for Chris Fowler, north of Vaiden Rd and east of Craft Rd
• Rezoning of 36.01 acres from R-30 to A for Collin McCrary, south of Byhalia Rd and east of Craft Rd
• Final subdivision of 2 lots on 3.0 acres for Flicker Ridge, Lot 41, east of Red Crest Rd and south of I-269
• Minor lot subdivision of 2 lots on 3.62 acres with easement width waiver, west of Hwy 301 S and south of Green River Rd

The Planning Commission denied a request to rezone 30.01 acres from R-30 to A for Chris Fowler. The commission cited a failure to provide evidence of a zoning mistake or a change in the area. The meeting also included a request for rezoning 36.01 acres by Collin McCrary, but the provided record ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved June 1, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Chris Fowler rezoning of 30.01 acres from R-30 to A (10-2)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider multiple business investment incentives, including tax abatements for Kenco Logistics, Wheeler Fleet Solutions, and others, as well as several subdivision plats and a public hearing on a conditional use appeal. The board will also discuss the Landers Center expansion and various administrative items.

• Public hearing on appeal of conditional use for L.I.F.E House at 7675 Holly Springs Road
• Final subdivision approvals: Villages at Hawks Crossing Ph7, Crosswinds Ph2, Bridgetown Sec C, Watson Place Sec C
• Business incentives: Kenco Logistics ($32M real property), Wheeler Fleet Solutions ($19.4M real, $4.8M personal), Atco Rubber ($1.9M), DMC Power ($2.1M)
• Landers Center Expansion – Construction Manager discussion at 2:30 p.m.
• Sheriff's Department purchases: radios and Dodge Charger over $25,000 each

The Board of Supervisors approved a $500 allocation to the Northwest Mississippi Fellowship of Christian Athletes for a golf scramble. The Board also approved the meeting agenda with several additions and deletions requested by county administration and the road manager.

• Approved $500 allocation to Northwest Mississippi Fellowship of Christian Athletes (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved meeting agenda with additions and deletions (4-0, 1 absent)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider eight variance applications and two conditional use applications at its June 12, 2023 meeting. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules on fences, accessory buildings, and setbacks. The conditional use requests are for a dog kennel and parking a heavy-duty vehicle in a residential zone. The board will also approve minutes from the May 8 meeting.

• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft at 13620 Landry Lane (VAR-001779-2023)
• Variance for accessory building in front yard at 3480 Woodland Lake Drive (VAR-001780-2023)
• Variance for accessory building larger than 50% of primary structure at 4224 Chamberlin Oaks Drive (VAR-001781-2023)
• Conditional use for dog kennel at 5464 Robertson Gin Road (CU-001631-2023)
• Conditional use for Class 5 heavy duty vehicle parking at 4834 Victoria Cove (CU-001632-2023)

The Board of Adjustment approved five variance applications regarding fence height, accessory building placement, and building setbacks. All approved motions passed with unanimous votes. The board also approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved variance for fence taller than 3 ft. at 13620 Landry Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 3480 Woodland Lake Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building size and side yard placement at 4224 Chamberlin Oaks Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for front, side, and rear building setbacks at 1998 Johnson Circle (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for front building setback of less than 40 feet at 11045 2nd Beech Cove (Unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider consent agenda items including final resolutions for business investment incentives, road department updates, and contract renewals. New business includes discussions on school resource officers, waste disposal price adjustments, and a franchise renewal with Comcast. The agenda also includes public hearings and project updates.

• Final resolutions for personal property tax incentives: Intuitive Surgical ($3,197,472), Ruan Transport ($1,922,380), Teleflex ($897,466)
• Public hearing on litter ordinance at 3880 Hwy 305 South, Hernando
• Request for ordinance regulating out-of-county school enrollees
• Waste Pro annual price adjustments at DeSoto County and Star Landing rubbish facilities
• Approval to draw specs for construction manager for Landers Center expansion

The Board of Supervisors approved several business investment incentives for personal property and authorized a contractor to clean up a property at 3880 Hwy 305 South. The Board also approved a series of budget amendments and consent agenda items.

• Approved 5-year personal property incentive for Intuitive Surgical, Inc. ($3,197,472.00) (5-0)
• Approved 10-year personal property incentive for Ruan Transport Corporation ($1,922,380.00) (5-0)
• Approved 5-year personal property incentive for Teleflex ($897,466.00) (5-0)
• Authorized contractor cleanup of property at 3880 Hwy 305 South, Hernando (5-0)
• Approved budget amendments for Tax Collector, Sheriff's Department, Juvenile Drug Court, District 2 Constable, and Environmental Services (5-0)
• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda additions and corrections (5-0)
• Approved auto-renewal of contracts for Graphite Payments, LB Technologies, Progressive Technologies, Stroupe Pest Control, and Simplifile LC (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission unanimously approved two final subdivision applications and two minor lot subdivisions. The minor lot approvals were granted with the condition that emergency vehicle turnarounds be installed.

• Approved Villages at Hawks Crossing Ph7, 1st Rev. plat revision for 15 ft. drainage easement (Unanimous)
• Approved Crosswinds Subdivision, PH 2 for 33 lots on 29.91 acres (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st Rev of Clark 4 Lot Minor Lot for 5 lots on 7.91 acres, conditioned on emergency vehicle turnaround (Unanimous)
• Approved Neely 4 Lot Minor Lot Subdivision for 4 lots on 19.66 acres, conditioned on emergency vehicle turnaround (Unanimous)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider several business investment incentives, including 10-year personal property tax exemptions for Noble Supply Logistics and Ground Support Specialists, and free port warehouse exemptions for Ring Central, SeaSpine, and Samsung. The board will also review final subdivision plats for Cane Creek and Bullard, and a consent agenda covering routine financial reports, contracts, and departmental updates.

• 10-yr personal property tax exemptions: Noble Supply ($6.7M), Ground Support Specialists ($12M & $1.3M)
• Free port warehouse exemptions for Ring Central, SeaSpine, Samsung
• Final subdivision: Cane Creek (44 lots, 85.42 acres, Robertson Gin Rd)
• Minor lot: Bullard 3-lot (12 acres, Starlanding Rd)
• Accept $10,000 Petco grant and $350 Trustmark Bank donation

The Board of Supervisors approved the meeting agenda and designated a county garden week. The session included a report from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding dam sinkholes and river sedimentation.

• Approved meeting agenda with additions and deletions (4-0)
• Proclaimed June 4-10, 2023, as DeSoto County Garden Week (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will meet on May 8, 2023, to consider six variance applications and one conditional use application. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules for a philanthropic institution, accessory buildings, and fences. The conditional use request is for a philanthropic institution in a mobile home with more than five residents. All items are new business; the board will also approve the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for philanthropic institution on less than 5 acres at 7675 Holly Springs Road (VAR-001773-2023)
• Variance for accessory building in front yard at 7675 Holly Springs Road (VAR-001774-2023)
• Variance for accessory building in side yard of corner lot at 13535 Byhalia Road (VAR-001775-2023)
• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft in front yard at 8085 Williamson Drive (VAR-001776-2023)
• Conditional use for philanthropic institution in mobile home with more than 5 residents at 7675 Holly Springs Road (CU-001629-2023)

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for Brock and Amber Williams to operate a philanthropic maternity home for up to 10 residents (5 mothers and up to 5 babies) in a mobile home at 7675 Holly Springs Road. The board also approved five variances, including allowing a philanthropic institution on less than 5 acres and accessory buildings in front or side yards. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved conditional use CU-001629-2023 for L.I.F.E. House maternity home (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001773-2023 for philanthropic institution on less than 5 acres (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001774-2023 for accessory building in front yard (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001775-2023 for accessory building in side yard of corner lot (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001776-2023 for fence taller than 3 ft in front yard of corner lot (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001777-2023 for accessory building larger than 50% of primary structure (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR-001778-2023 for fence taller than 3 ft in front yard of corner lot (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider consent agenda items, old and new business, and planning matters. Key decisions include contract awards for solid waste collection and disposal, a bid for gasoline and diesel, and a sole source purchase of outdoor warning sirens. The board will also discuss project updates, grant requests, and several minor lot subdivisions.

• Recommendation for contract award for RFP for Solid Waste Collection (Proposal File No. 23-344-01)
• Recommendation for contract award for RFP for Solid Waste Disposal (Proposal File No. 23-344-02)
• Approve bid tab and award term bid for regular gasoline & diesel for Road Management from Best Wade Petroleum (Bid File #23-300-015)
• EMA sole source purchase of outdoor warning sirens over $25,000
• Request acceptance of Petco Love Foundation Grant

The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of five fire hydrants and a modified agreement with Nesbit Water for the Swinnea Road project. They also approved a revised engineering fee of $688,469 for the Swinnea Road extension and widening. Additionally, the Board passed a series of budget amendments for various county departments via the consent agenda.

• Approved purchase of 5 fire hydrants and budget amendment not to exceed $40,000 (5-0)
• Approved modified agreement with Nesbit Water (5-0)
• Approved revised 15% engineer's fee of $688,469 for Swinnea Road project (5-0)
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved agenda additions and deletions (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments for Circuit Clerk, Tax Assessor, Tax Collector, Admin Services, Animal Control, Adult Drug Court, EMA Grant Fund, and Household Garbage (5-0)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission is meeting to consider two subdivision applications. The main item is a final subdivision request for Cane Creek, proposing 44 lots on 85.42 acres. The commission will also review a minor lot request for three lots on 12 acres, which includes a waiver of the easement length. The meeting will begin with routine items such as approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Cane Creek Subdivision (SUB-007818-2023): final subdivision of 44 lots on 85.42 acres, east side of Robertson Gin Road, zoned A, applicant Johnny Coleman Builders
• Bullard 3 Lot Minor Lot (SUB-0007816-2023): final subdivision of 3 lots on 12.0 acres, south side of Starlanding Road, includes easement length waiver, zoned A-R, applicant Wanda Bullard
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2023

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the final subdivision of the Cane Creek project and the Bullard 3 Lot Minor Lot application. Both approvals were granted following presentations by representatives of the applicants.

• Approved March 30, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Cane Creek Subdivision for 44 lots on 85.42 acres (unanimous)
• Approved Bullard 3 Lot Minor Lot for 3 lots on 12.0 acres, including an easement length waiver (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider a 10-year real and personal property tax incentive for HD Supply Facilities Maintenance (USABlueBook) valued at $13,347,715, along with several other business incentives and free port warehouse agreements. The board will also discuss road projects, including a bid tab for Swinnea Road, and consider a $23,651 grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation for first responders. Several consent agenda items cover routine reports, budget amendments, and contract renewals.

• 10-year tax incentive for USABlueBook: $13,347,715 (real $11,354,214 + personal $1,993,501)
• Free port warehouse agreements for Franklin Electric, RingCentral, Thermal Economy
• Acceptance of Gary Sinise Foundation First Responder Grant: $23,651.04
• Approval of bid tabulations for two medium duty trucks (Bid #23-300-012 and #23-300-013)
• Final subdivision approvals: Isabella Grove, Genever Estate, Rochelle Minor Lot

The Board of Supervisors approved the meeting agenda and formally included the details of the Tour of Hernando Cycling Race in the minutes. The Board also processed a consent agenda containing various budget amendments for animal services, law enforcement, search and rescue, and road maintenance.

• Approved meeting agenda with additions and deletions (5-0)
• Approved inclusion of Tour of Hernando Cycling Race date, time, and route in minutes (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Animal Services to account for restricted donations
• Approved budget amendment for Patrol & Law Enforcement for purchase of Tasers
• Approved budget amendment for Search and Rescue for swift water rescue equipment
• Approved budget amendment for EMA Grant Fund for auction vehicle proceeds
• Approved budget amendment for Bridge & Culvert for trailer and tire repairs
• Approved budget amendments for Road Maintenance and Bridge & Culvert for equipment and materials

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider nine variance applications, including requests for taller fences and accessory buildings that don't meet standard setback or size rules. One old business item from a previous meeting is also on the agenda. The board will vote on these requests after hearing from applicants.

• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft at 7085 Scarlet Street (Martir Mejia)
• Variance for accessory building with reduced side setback and larger than 50% of primary structure at 4958 Tucker Ridge Road (Carlos Silva)
• Variance for accessory building in front yard at 3962 Windemere Drive South (Aubrey Cook)
• Variance for accessory building in front yard at 2662 Turkey Creek Drive (Patrick Woodson)
• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft on multiple lots along Starlanding Road East (Kreunen Farms LLC)

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved nine variance applications for fences and accessory buildings. The decisions allow for structures that do not meet standard setback or height requirements in specific residential and agricultural zones.

• Approved fence taller than 3 ft. at 7085 Scarlet Street (unanimous)
• Approved accessory building side setback less than 15 ft. at 4958 Tucker Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved accessory building in front yard at 3962 Windemere Drive South (unanimous)
• Approved accessory building in front yard at 2662 Turkey Creek Drive (unanimous)
• Approved accessory building in front yard at 9422 Byhalia Road (unanimous)
• Approved fence taller than 3 ft. at 3480 Woodland Lake Drive (unanimous)
• Approved blanket variance for fences taller than 3 ft. for multiple lots in Williams Ridge Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved attached accessory building front setback less than 40 ft. at 3065 Cypress Lake Drive (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve a consent agenda and discuss new business. Key items include a 10-year real property tax incentive for Ruan Transport Corporation valued at $28,463,000, a possible Landers Center expansion with a memorandum of understanding, and a report on tornado damage in Mississippi. The board will also consider several budget amendments, purchases over $25,000, and appointments.

• Business Investment Incentive Final Resolution for Ruan Transport Corporation: 10-year real property incentive, $28,463,000, effective 01/01/2023 through 12/31/2032
• Landers Center Expansion: Memorandum of Understanding with DC CVB & City of Southaven, and Architect AIA Agreement
• Tornado Damage in Mississippi: Task Force Report from EMA, needs of counties, and legal ways DeSoto County can help
• Facilities Department: Purchase over $25,000 for chiller repair and budget amendment for EK Automation Chiller
• Sheriff's Department: Purchase over $25,000 for vehicle, and prepayment for Berla license and subscription renewal

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the Landers Center expansion and authorized emergency measures for tornado victims, including temporary housing permits. Additionally, the Board approved the donation of three surplus vehicles to Sharkey County and allocated over $560,000 in excess clerk earnings to courthouse renovations.

• Approved Landers Center expansion MOU with CVB and City of Southaven (5-0)
• Authorized Planning Department to issue temporary housing permits for storm victims for six months (5-0)
• Approved donation of three surplus vehicles to Sharkey County (5-0)
• Allocated $240,864.71 and $322,774.36 in excess clerk earnings to Courthouse Renovation Project (5-0)
• Approved $51,579.53 purchase of special needs playground equipment for Lewisburg Park (5-0)
• Ratified Local Proclamation of Emergency and requested State of Emergency from Governor (5-0)
• Approved AIA agreement with AERC for Landers Center architect (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment and $31,304 for chiller repairs by EK Automation (5-0)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and reviewing a final subdivision application. The main item is a request for final approval of the Isabella Grove Subdivision, which would create 3 lots on 6.05 acres.

• Final subdivision of Isabella Grove Subdivision (SUB-007812-2023) for 3 lots on 6.05 acres
• Property located east of Polk Lane and north of Hwy 178, zoned A-R (District 1)
• Applicant: Craig Waldrop/Civil-Link

The Planning Commission approved the final subdivision of three lots on 6.05 acres for the Isabella Grove Subdivision. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 3, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Isabella Grove Subdivision final subdivision of 3 lots on 6.05 acres (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a bond issue and consider multiple business investment incentives, including tax abatements for companies like Intuitive Surgical and Wheeler Fleet Solutions. The board will also address rezoning requests, a constable resignation and appointment, and various procurement and grant items. Several items are consent agenda matters, and the meeting includes a possible executive session.

• Public hearing on bond issue
• Business investment incentives: Intuitive Surgical ($3,197,472), Ruan Transport ($1,922,379.80), JAS Forwarding ($1,773,309.74), Wheeler Fleet Solutions ($19,389,398)
• Rezoning requests: Rhoda, Williams Ridge, Stevenson, Valley Crossing
• Constable District Two: accept resignation, appoint new constable
• Bid awards for road work and equipment purchases

The Board approved several business investment tax exemptions and authorized over $400,000 for election equipment and supplies. They also approved three rezoning requests and appointed Brad Hodge as District Two Constable. A request for increased compensation for the Tax Collector and Tax Assessor was discussed but not decided.

• Approved 'No Protest' Resolution for Landers Center expansion bonds (5-0)
• Granted tax exemptions to Intuitive Surgical, Ruan Transport, JAS Forwarding, and Wheeler Fleet Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $355,855 for election equipment and $52,944 for supplies (5-0)
• Appointed Brad Hodge as Constable, District Two (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Rhoda, Williams Ridge, and Stevenson applications (5-0)
• Approved $11,500 budget amendment for Chancery Clerk PERS payment (5-0)
• Authorized $50 training pay increase for poll workers (5-0)
• Approved $19.3M real property tax exemption for Wheeler Fleet Solutions (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider six variance applications and two conditional use applications at its March 13, 2023 meeting. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules for fences, accessory buildings, and building heights at various properties. The conditional use requests are for a private club/event venue and a privately owned sports facility. The board will also approve minutes from its February 13, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft at 7085 Scarlet Street (Martir Mejia)
• Variance for accessory building in front yard at 11320 Whispering Pines (Brent Frost)
• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft at 3140 Cypress Run Cove (Renata Walton)
• Variance for accessory building taller than 35 ft at 6158 Hwy 51 S (Lehman Roberts)
• Conditional use for private club/event venue at 4715 Church Road West (Stafford and Christy Houston)

The Board approved five zoning variances for fences and accessory buildings and granted two 20-year conditional use permits for a special events venue and a sports facility. One variance application was postponed due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 11320 Whispering Pines (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for fence taller than 3 ft. at 3140 Cypress Run Cove (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 1569 Horn Lake Road (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building taller than 35 feet at 6158 Hwy 51 S (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building in side yard at 263 Getwell Road South (Unanimous)
• Approved 20-year conditional use for Bonne Terre event venue, inn, restaurant, and spa (Unanimous)
• Approved 20-year conditional use for sports facility at 2185 Lester Road with fence and ball retrieval provisions (Unanimous)
• Tabled variance for fence at 7085 Scarlet Street to April 10, 2023

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of items including business investment incentives, road project agreements, budget amendments, and several subdivision applications. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports from county departments.

• Teleflex 5-year personal property tax exemption expansion worth $897,465.65 (effective 01/30/2023–12/31/2027)
• NovEx Supply Chain, LLC free port warehouse tax exemption request
• Swinnea Road Extension – approval to enter agreement and sign
• Opioid Misuse & Overdose Prevention Grant acceptance for Sheriff's Department ($52,508.40)
• Preliminary subdivision Isabella Grove (20 lots on 39.67 acres, Polk Lane/Hwy 178)

The Board of Supervisors approved funding for the Swinnea Road extension and several new subdivision plans. They also granted tax exemptions to NovEx Supply Chain and Teleflex and extended the county's emergency declaration for 30 days.

• Approved up to $167,000 for Swinnea Road 12-inch line and fire hydrant (5-0)
• Granted Free Port Warehouse exemption to NovEx Supply Chain, LLC (5-0)
• Approved 5-year personal property exemption of $897,465.65 for Teleflex (5-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision of 20 lots for Isabella Grove (5-0)
• Approved final subdivision of 21 lots for Reserves at Camp Creek, Ph 2 (5-0)
• Awarded $184,250 dump truck and $187,220 heavy haul truck bids to Crowe’s Truck Center (5-0)
• Extended Emergency Declaration for an additional 30 days (5-0)
• Approved $66,267.35 contract with Double T to pave Watson DeSoto Rd (5-0)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission held a public hearing on several rezoning requests. It denied the Stevenson C-2 rezoning (3 acres from C-1 to C-2) due to lack of need and failure to prove a change in neighborhood character, and approved the Rhoda, Williams Ridge, and Valley Crossing rezoning requests, plus the Shadow Minor Lot subdivision. The Holly Springs Rd Market Place rezoning was tabled indefinitely at the applicant's request.

• Denied Stevenson C-2 rezoning (3 acres, Hwy 305 & Coryelle Rd) by 7-5 vote
• Approved Rhoda rezoning (1.42 acres, Hwy 305 & Byhalia Rd) to C-2
• Approved Williams Ridge PUD amendment (Getwell Rd & Starlanding Rd)
• Approved Valley Crossing PUD amendment (Getwell Rd & Bright Rd), increasing lots from 125 to 140
• Approved Shadow Minor Lot subdivision (5 lots on 144 acres, Green River Rd) with easement waiver

The Commission approved rezoning for a storage building lot and two PUD amendments, as well as a five-lot subdivision. One rezoning request for a commercial investment property was denied, and another was tabled indefinitely.

• Approved Rhoda Rezoning from Neighborhood Commercial (C-1) to Highway Commercial (C-2) (Unanimous)
• Approved Williams Ridge Rezoning Amendment to change a 55+ section to traditional housing (Unanimous)
• Denied Stevenson C-2 Rezoning from Neighborhood Commercial (C-1) to Highway Commercial (C-2) (7-5)
• Approved Valley Crossing Rezoning Amendment to amend PUD acreage and home count (Unanimous)
• Approved Shadow Minor Lot final subdivision of 5 lots and easement length waiver (Unanimous)
• Tabled Holly Springs Rd Market Place Rezoning indefinitely (Unanimous)
• Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Jeane Shannon (Chair), Murry Haslip (Vice Chair), and Floyd Fiveash (Secretary) (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to handle routine consent items, hear project updates, and consider new business including general obligation bonds, business investment incentives, and various road and facility projects. The agenda includes several public hearings and requests for approvals, with a mix of administrative and financial decisions.

• General Obligation Bonds: Approve intent and engagement resolutions
• Business Investment Incentives: Drexel Chemical ($619,046), Ruan Transport ($28,463,000), MacLean Power, Belnick MOU
• Road projects: Swinnea Road Extension, Wilson Mill Rd/Nail Road safety improvements, RAISE grant application
• Bid awards: Emergency medical vehicle, chemical sprayer, hot asphalt
• Planning: Isabella Grove Subdivision (19 lots), Logan's Run Minor Lot (3 lots)

The Board approved an intent resolution to issue up to $38.5M in bonds for the Convention & Visitor's Bureau expansion and a new theater. Other key actions included approving business investment incentives for three companies and hiring an auditor for Broadband ARPA funds.

• Approved intent resolution for up to $38.5M for CVB expansion and theater (5-0)
• Approved $240,000 to hire Horne Group as Broadband ARPA auditor (4-0)
• Approved 10-year real property exemptions for Drexel Chemical, Ruan Transport, and MacLean Power (5-0)
• Approved MOU for Belnick, LLC (d/b/a Ubique Group) (5-0)
• Approved $165,000 bid to Southern Emergency Rescue Vehicle Sales for one medical vehicle (4-0)
• Approved $56,295 purchase of F350 truck from MHC Ford (4-0)
• Approved contract with Shafer, Zahner & Zahner for Juvenile Detention renovation design (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 donation to Arkabutla Physically Challenged Hunting Association (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider four variance applications and one conditional use request at its February 13, 2023 meeting. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules for accessory buildings, front setbacks, and building size. The conditional use request is for a mobile home under hardship conditions. The board will also approve minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for accessory building at 10969 West Commerce (Nick Woolsey)
• Variance for accessory building at 363 Savage Road (Heather Ray)
• Variance for front setback under 50 ft at 1231 Baldwin Road South (Rachel Arellano-Torres)
• Variance for accessory building and size over 100% of primary at 4585 Fogg Road (Aaron Baddley)
• Conditional use for mobile home at 14395 Harden Road (Mary Lou Phillips)

The Board approved four variance requests for accessory buildings and setbacks based on property topography. It also granted a conditional use permit for a mobile home due to hardship. The board voted to maintain its current officers.

• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 10969 West Commerce (3-1)
• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard at 363 Savage Road (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for front building setback of less than 50 ft at 1231 Baldwin Road South (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building in front yard and size exceeding 100% of primary structure at 4585 Fogg Road (Unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for a mobile home in hardship conditions at 14395 Harden Road for the lifetime of Pattie Hudderson (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to keep current board officers (Unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on a consent agenda that includes a 9-year property tax incentive for GXO Logistics valued at $106,695,785, along with multiple road project bids and budget amendments. The board will also discuss old business such as the Commerce Road Extension and new items including a Justice Assistance Grant for the Sheriff's Department and a proclamation of emergency.

• GXO Logistics 9-year real and personal property tax incentive, $106,695,785
• Bid specifications for 2023 tandem axle dump truck, tri-axle heavy haul truck, and medium duty trucks
• Justice Assistance Grant for Sheriff's Department: $6,220 with $1,555 match for Tasers
• Contract renewals with price increases: Cummins (Fairhaven FD), Holliday Exterminating, Elliott Data Systems
• Consideration to name Coldwater River Bridge on Holly Springs Road as Harvey Lee Memorial Bridge

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will meet to handle routine consent items, old and new business, and planning matters. Key actions include approving grant applications, supplemental fire department funding, and several subdivision plats. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a zoning variance appeal and a flood study update.

• Request to accept $4,000 Walmart Community Grant for Search & Rescue swift water gear
• Request to apply for $60,000 Rural Communities Opioid Response Program grant
• Approval to provide supplemental funding for fire departments for FY23
• Public hearing on variance appeal for accessory building at 14740 Leavell Road
• Preliminary subdivision of 20 lots on 39.67 acres for Isabella Grove Subdivision

The Board authorized requests for proposals for solid waste collection and disposal and approved a letter of intent for a flood control project. Other actions included approving budget amendments, road plan updates, and several minor lot subdivisions.

• Approved resolution for MCWI Grant Program and MDEQ application for Star Landing Road sewer improvements (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for Solid Waste Collection and Disposal RFPs (5-0)
• Approved letter of intent for flood control project with Memphis Corps office (5-0)
• Approved 4-Year Road Plan including Pine Tree Loop & Robinson Rd (5-0)
• Approved $58,121.94 in late bills to Waggoner Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $4,000 Walmart Community Grant for Search & Rescue gear (5-0)
• Reversed variance for Joe Delaney, requiring shed be moved 5 feet off property line (5-0)
• Approved Dobbins/Phillips, Flemmons, and Ketchum minor lot applications (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The DeSoto County Board of Adjustment will consider 11 variance applications and 2 conditional use applications. The variances seek exceptions to zoning rules for accessory buildings, setbacks, fences, and a telecommunications tower no-build zone. The conditional use requests include a telecommunications tower taller than 35 feet and renewal of a gravel mining operation.

• Variance for zero-foot side setback at 14740 Leavell Road (VAR-001739-2022)
• Variance for accessory building larger than 125% of primary structure at 9155 Bethel Road (VAR-001747-2022)
• Variance for fence taller than 3 ft in front yard at 5036 Watson Place Boulevard (VAR-001748-2022)
• Conditional use for telecommunications tower taller than 35 ft at 6363 Highway 301 North (CU-001618-2022)
• Conditional use renewal for gravel mining at 500 Larue Drive (CU-001625-2022)

The Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for a front yard fence and an accessory building. One application for an accessory building was tabled until February. The board also approved the meeting minutes from December 12, 2022.

• Approved variance for Barbara Loeffler to allow a fence taller than 3 ft. in a front yard (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Carl Dennis Stanford to allow an accessory building in a front yard and exceed 50% of primary structure square footage (unanimous)
• Tabled variance application for Nick Woolsey regarding an accessory building in a front yard until February 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 2.75 acres at Getwell Rd and Holly Springs Rd from Agricultural (A) to Planned Commercial (C-4). The commission will also consider two minor subdivision applications and a concurrence item. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes.

• Public hearing: Holly Springs Rd Market Place rezoning (2.75 acres, A to C-4, parcel #307522000 0000411, District 5)
• Dobbins/Phillips Minor Lot: 3 lots on 4.26 acres, Craft Rd west side, north of Hawks View, District 5
• Flemmons Minor Lot: 2 lots on 2.92 acres, Bluff Rd west side, south of Sullivan Rd, District 4
• Bakersfield Concurrence (Other item)

The commission tabled a rezoning application for a commercial site due to ownership disputes. Two minor lot applications and a concurrence request were approved.

• Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning of 2.75 acres from Agricultural to Planned Commercial at Getwell Rd and Holly Springs Rd to verify land ownership (Unanimous)
• Approved Dobbins/Phillips Minor Lot for 3 lots on 4.26 acres and waived 4 to 1 ratio standard (Unanimous)
• Approved Flemmons Minor Lot for 2 lots on 2.92 acres with stipulation for state legal documents (Unanimous)
• Approved Bakersfield Concurrence (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors will hold its first 2023 meeting, organizing the board by electing officers and making yearly appointments. They will also consider consent agenda items including health claims, quarterly allocations, and road reports, plus new business such as grant applications, a broadband bid award, and a minor subdivision approval.

• FY2023 Second Quarter Allocations: Tax Assessor $449,858.00, Tax Collector $400,549.00, Sheriff $9,179,714.42
• Recommendation to Award Broadband Bid
• Sheriff's Department purchase of vehicles exceeding $25,000
• Cole Estates Minor Lot (SUB-007788-2022): 5 lots on 7.695 acres, west side of Craft Rd, south of Vaiden Rd, District 5
• Request to Apply for Gary Sinise 1st Responder Grant and Firehouse Subs Public Safety Grant

The Board approved grant funding and negotiations with three providers to expand internet access to 3,520 homes. The Board also elected its 2023 officers and approved various county appointments and budget amendments.

• Elected Ray Denison as Board President and Lee Caldwell as Vice-President (5-0)
• Approved broadband grant awards to C Spire, AT&T, and Uplink, using $10M in ARPA funds plus $2,006,216 from existing ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three Sheriff's Department vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $24,151.62 engine purchase for a Road Department skid steer (5-0)
• Approved yearly and district-specific board appointments (5-0)
• Approved Cole Estates Minor Lot for 5 lots on 7.96 acres (5-0)
• Authorized coroner to cremate two unclaimed bodies (5-0)
• Approved road name and address changes for Johnston and Bolin Roads (5-0)