Gulfport public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on five property rezonings and three subdivision plats. The body will also review software contracts, grant funding for the Fire Department, and temporary road closures for 2023 parades.

• Rezoning of 11261 Old Highway 49 from R-1-15 to B-2 (General business)
• Approval of 63-lot Southern Breeze Subdivision at Dedeaux Road and Tanner Road
• Acceptance of Home Depot Grant funding for the Fire Department
• Rezoning of River Ten Road and Klein Road from I-2 (Heavy Industry) to R-3 (General residence)
• Temporary right of way closures for the 2023 Unity Festival & Parade and Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras Parade

The City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $1,856,911.45 and passed five rezoning ordinances. The council also ratified several committee appointments and approved multiple software and service contracts.

• Approved $1,856,911.45 docket of claims (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 13062 Sheldon Street from R-B to R-E (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 4809 29th Street from B-1 to R-B (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3205 F Avenue from B-2 to R-B (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 11261 Old Highway 49 from R-1-15 to B-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at River Ten Road and Klein Road from I-2 to R-3 (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 settlement for Alan Andres workers compensation claim (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for limited employee step increases (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will meet to hear one case regarding a property variance. The board will also review minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting.

• Variance 2212ZB217: side setback request for 13188 Tiara Dr (tax parcel 0707P-01-029.016)

General

The Gulfport Planning Commission is meeting to decide on several land-use approvals, including a medical cannabis dispensary and home occupations. The body will also consider zoning map and text amendments and a 17-lot subdivision plan.

• Medical cannabis dispensary request at 9113 Hwy 49
• Outdoor entertainment venue request at 942 1/2 Beach Blvd
• Home occupation requests at 13593 Wind Rose Circle and 22 Jay Drive
• General Plan for 17-Lot subdivision (Plantation Oaks Subdivision - Phase III) at 0 Three Rivers Road
• Zoning map amendment to rezone parcels to T5 (Urban Center Zone) in Ward 2

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting to address policy issues. The primary action is the ratification of a re-appointment to the Planning Commission.

• Ratification of re-appointment to the Planning Commission

The City Council held a special called meeting to address a single policy item. The council voted to ratify the reappointment of one member to the Planning Commission.

• Ratified reappointment of Virginia Adolph to the Planning Commission (Unanimous Roll Call Vote)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several rezoning ordinances and the creation of a Special Events and Community Engagement Manager position. The body will also review grants for firefighters and homeland security, as well as extensions for COVID-19 and hurricane states of emergency.

• Rezoning requests for 4707 Old Pass Road, 13499 Dedeaux Road, 11451 and 11463 Hillcrest Road, and 1285 Spring Street
• Creation of a Special Events and Community Engagement Manager position and removal of an Administrative Assistant to the Mayor position
• Resolution to authorize negotiations with Looks Great Services of MS, Inc. for Citywide Debris Pickup Project
• Acceptance of a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant
• RFP for Engineering Services for The Quarters Revitalization Project

The City Council approved a $2,329,566.66 docket of claims and adopted several rezoning ordinances for properties in Wards 1, 4, and 5. The council also authorized the purchase of Axon Enterprises police camera equipment and created a new Assistant to the Mayor position. Several board and commission appointments were ratified.

• Approved Docket of Claims for $2,329,566.66 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Axon Enterprises body and in-car cameras (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3218 creating Assistant to the Mayor/City Hall Office Manager position (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4707 Old Pass Road from R-1-7.5 to R-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 13499 Dedeaux Road from R-1-10 to B-1 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1285 Spring Street from T3 to T4+ (Unanimous)
• Ratified appointments to Civil Service Commission, School Board, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board (Unanimous)
• Tabled negotiations with Looks Great Services of MS, Inc. for debris pickup (Unanimous)

General

The Council approved a $3.78 million docket of claims and contracts for Moses Pier repairs and community center lighting. Legal settlements were reached with Priority One Bank and Brian Brinson, and a new Building Inspector position was funded. Several subdivision water and sewer systems were accepted for perpetual maintenance.

• Approved Docket of Claims in the amount of $3,781,118.29 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with JE Talley Construction, Inc. for Moses Pier repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,000 payment to Priority One Bank for final claim satisfaction (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for one Building Inspector position in Urban Development (Unanimous)
• Approved lighting upgrades at Lyman Community Center via Mississippi Power Company (Unanimous)
• Accepted water and sewer maintenance for Belvedere Place (Parts 3, 4, 5) and Savoy Place (Part 2) (Unanimous)
• Authorized $5,000 for legal pursuit in Healthy Gulf, et al. v. U.S. DOT case (6-1)
• Tabled ordinance regarding limited step increases for employees (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will review two tabled variance requests. One request concerns parking on Courthouse Rd, and the other concerns accessory structure specifications on Fortson St.

• Variance 2209ZB174: parking variance for Courthouse Rd
• Variance 2210PC179: accessory structure size, setbacks, height, and quantity variances for 2404 Fortson St
• Special Exception 2211SE200: liquor store use request for 8304 Hwy 49 B (withdrawn by Administration)

General

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding medical cannabis dispensaries and multiple property rezonings. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for city projects and personnel salary increases.

• Appeal of Planning Commission denial for medical cannabis dispensary at 9113 Hwy 49
• Rezoning of properties on Three Rivers Road, Alphabet Road, Beach Drive, and Creosote Road
• Funding for a new Police Department Dispatcher and Assistant Director of Urban Development
• Budget amendments for MIMA Ward Paving and Debuys Road Pump Station Replacement
• Agreement with Mississippi Transportation Commission for I-10 Overpass (BUILD Interconnecting Gulfport Project)

The City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $3,008,669.11 and adopted several rezoning ordinances. The council also created a new Police Department dispatcher position and approved various budget amendments for city projects. Several requests regarding medical cannabis dispensaries were remanded to the Planning Commission.

• Approved docket of claims for $3,008,669.11 (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of one new Police Department Dispatcher position (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Three Rivers Road from R-1-10 to R-B (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Alphabet Road from R-1-10 & R-1-7.5 to T4+ (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 9506 and 9524 Creosote Road from B-2 to I-2 (Unanimous)
• Remanded medical cannabis dispensary requests at 9113 Hwy 49 and Case #2209PC171 to Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Land and Airspace Agreement for I-10 Overpass (6-1)
• Approved budget amendments for MIMA Ward Paving and Debuys Road Pump Station projects (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider several zoning map amendments, resubdivisions, and special exception requests. The body will review requests for business uses, residential rezoning, and a zoning text amendment regarding emergency conditions.

• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC077: Rezone 13085 Seaway Rd from Heavy industry to Planned industrial park
• Planning Commission Approval 2210PC178: Medical dispensary use at 11370 HWY 49 Suite G
• Special Exception 2210SE188: Tattoo parlor use at 10000 Factory Shops Blvd, Suite 235
• Zoning Text Amendment 2210PC184: Amendments to SmartCode Zoning Ordinance regarding emergency conditions
• Resubdivision 2209PC175: Divide 2006 30th Street into two new parcels

City Council

The City Council is meeting to address budget amendments and various administrative resolutions. The session includes authorizations for public safety accreditation and fee waivers for educational programming.

• Budget Amendment #26 regarding Urban Development reorganization
• Fee waiver for STEM NOLA advertising
• Accreditation application for Center for Public Safety Excellence and Commission on Fire Accreditation International
• Legal notice for repairs to Libby Milner Roland Pier
• Legal notice for repairs to Urie Pier

The City Council approved a budget amendment regarding Urban Development reorganization and authorized a fee waiver for STEM NOLA programming. The council also approved fire department accreditation applications and bid advertisements for pier repairs.

• Adopted Ordinance to extend effective dates of Oct 18 ordinances to Nov 28 (6-1)
• Approved Budget Amendment #26 for Urban Development reorganization (6-1)
• Approved fee waiver for STEM NOLA advertising and programming (7-0)
• Approved fire accreditation application and agreement (7-0)
• Approved bid advertisement for Libby Milner Roland Pier repairs (7-0)
• Approved bid advertisement for Urie Pier repairs (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will consider several requests for variances regarding setbacks, parking, and accessory structures. The board will also review a special exception request for a business use.

• Special Exception 2210SE188: Tattoo parlor use at 10000 Factory Shops Blvd
• Variance 2209ZB174: Parking variance at Courthouse Rd
• Variance 2210ZB177: Accessory structure size, setbacks, and quantity at 13199 Mock St
• Variance 2210ZB187: Parking and backing into right-of-way at 1337 31st Ave
• Variance 2210ZB193: Additional signage at 1423 Magnolia Street

City Council

The City Council will discuss the reorganization of Events Planning staff and vote on multiple ordinances to add or remove positions within the Urban Development Department. The meeting also includes approvals for various service contracts and the extension of emergency declarations for COVID-19 and Hurricanes Zeta and Ida.

• Approval of 7-lot Finley Subdivision at Finley Street and Maria Avenue
• Selection of Volkert, Inc. for Construction Engineering & Inspection for the BUILD Grant/Interconnecting Gulfport Project
• Change Order No. 5 for Gulf Breeze Landscaping, LLC regarding Downtown Streetscape Improvements Project - Phase III
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for U.S. Highway 49 at 18th Street Drainage Improvements Project
• Ratification of appointment for Director of Urban Development

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances to reconstitute seven single-member election districts and establish polling places for the 2025 elections. The meeting also includes votes on various city contracts, property rezoning, and the extension of emergency declarations.

• Ordinance to redistrict seven single-member election districts based on the 2020 Census
• Rezoning of tax parcels from B-2 to R-B at F Avenue and 32nd 1/2 Street
• Resolution to designate an Urban Renewal Area or District along Switzer Road
• Agreement with South Mississippi Business Machines for a copier/printer lease
• Engagement letters with HORNE for grant writing and Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for FY2022 auditing

The Gulfport City Council approved a rezoning of tax parcels from B-2 to R-B at F Avenue and 32nd 1/2 Street, declared support for Section 42 tax credits for blighted structures, and extended states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida. The council also approved a professional services agreement for a domestic violence investigator and authorized advertising for the 2022 Harbor Lights Winter Festival. Several items were deleted or postponed, including redistricting and polling place ordinances.

• Approved rezoning of tax parcels from B-2 to R-B at F Avenue and 32nd 1/2 Street (unanimous)
• Approved resolution declaring support for Section 42 tax credits for blighted structures (unanimous)
• Approved resolution designating Switzer Road as an Urban Renewal Area (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Gerard Thomas 'Tom' Johnson as Domestic Violence Investigator (unanimous)
• Approved change order #1 for Lyman Community Center moisture mitigation project (6-1, Casey nay)
• Approved docket of claims totaling $1,433,360.55 (unanimous)
• Extended state of emergency for COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Extended state of emergency for Hurricane Zeta and Hurricane Ida (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on numerous ordinances regarding city employee salaries, job titles, and the creation of new positions. The body is also reviewing several contracts, health insurance options, and budget amendments for FY2023.

• Resolution to allocate $400,000 from the General Fund for the Forest Heights Levee Improvements Project
• Resolution for legal services with Jones Walker Firm regarding a $45,850,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Bond
• Approval of 2023 health insurance plan options
• Creation of new positions for a Grants Manager, Project Manager, and Utility Billing Dispatcher
• Reauthorization for the Gulfport Redevelopment Commission to incur debt

The Gulfport City Council unanimously adopted 17 ordinances adjusting salaries for various city positions, including creating new roles and reclassifying existing ones. The council also approved a resolution to engage Jones Walker for legal services on a $45.85M bond (6-1), and lifted the moratorium on pay raises to allow the salary changes adopted in the meeting. A resolution for a $400,000 levee improvement project with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was deleted from the agenda.

• Adopted 17 salary ordinances for positions across multiple departments (unanimous)
• Approved resolution engaging Jones Walker for $45.85M GO bond legal services (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
• Approved resolution for 2023 health insurance plan options (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Mississippi DFA for BUILD Grant funds (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
• Approved addendum No. 5 with Neel Schaffer for BUILD Grant engineering (6-1, Holmes-Hines nay)
• Reauthorized Gulfport Redevelopment Commission debt and city guaranty (unanimous)
• Approved three budget amendments for Legal, IT, and Fire departments (unanimous)
• Lifted moratorium on pay raises to allow salary changes adopted in the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several subdivision plans and land-use requests. Key items include a request for a medical cannabis dispensary and proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding medical cannabis establishments.

• Request for medical cannabis dispensary use at 9113 Hwy 49
• Zoning Text Amendment to define Medical cannabis Establishment and update the Schedule of Uses
• Request to rezone 9506 and 9524 Creosote Rd from B-2 (General Business) to I-2 (Heavy industry districts)
• General Plan for 75-lot Zero Lot Line subdivision (Gulf Grove) on Cowan Rd
• Request for automotive sales use at 2137 E. Pass Road

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land use requests, including a large subdivision and a rezoning on Jo Ellen Circle. The body is also voting on professional service agreements for legal, investigative, and staffing needs.

• Approval of The Great Southern Subdivision (177-lot) at 2000 Beach Boulevard
• Rezoning of 1423 Jo Ellen Circle from R-1-7.5 to R-2
• Professional Legal Services Agreement with Lee Russell, Esq. for Public Defender Services
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Downtown Streetscape Improvements Project - Phase III
• Agreement with Coast Transit Authority for 2022 Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival shuttle service

The Gulfport City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $2,440,799.72, adopted an ordinance rezoning 1423 JoEllen Circle from R-1-7.5 to R-2, and approved multiple professional service agreements including a public defender contract with Lee Russell and a domestic violence investigator position. All votes were unanimous except for one ratification item that passed 6-1. The council also authorized a $12,256 settlement for a police vehicle accident and entered executive session for litigation strategy.

• Approved docket of claims for $2,440,799.72 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3168 rezoning 1423 JoEllen Circle from R-1-7.5 to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved professional legal services agreement with Lee Russell for public defender services (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Pat Pope as domestic violence investigator (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Rivers Psychotherapy Services for domestic violence victims advocate (unanimous)
• Approved service agreement with Coast Transit Authority for 2022 Harbor Lights Winter Festival shuttle (unanimous)
• Ratified previously executed agreements and contracts (6-1, with Councilmember Holmes-Hines voting nay)
• Authorized $12,256 settlement with National General Insurance for police vehicle accident (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to hear cases regarding zoning variances. The board will consider a request from the City of Gulfport for a sign setback variance.

• Variance 2209ZB164: Sign setback request for 1300 24th Ave (Tax parcel 0811K-03-042.000)
• Variance 2209ZB165: Setback request for 2609 Palmer Dr (Withdrawn)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting to address policy issues. The primary actions include the adoption of the city budget and the approval of an auditing services agreement.

• Resolution to approve and adopt the budget
• Letter Agreement with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for Fiscal Year Ending 2021 auditing services

The City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2023 budget with Round 8 revisions, including an amended Contribution List, zeroed-out Capital Projects Worksheet except for active contracts, and revised ARPA funding. A moratorium on pay raises (except automatic Police and Fire increases) was also approved until November 1, 2022 or earlier if Council allows. Additionally, the Council approved a letter agreement with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for auditing services for FY 2021.

• Adopted FY 2023 budget with Round 8 revisions (unanimous)
• Approved pay-raise moratorium until Nov 1, 2022, except for Police and Fire (unanimous)
• Approved letter agreement with Mauldin & Jenkins for FY 2021 audit (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting to review a presentation of the Mayor's revised proposed budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.

• Presentation of Mayor's Revised Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2023

The City Council held a special called meeting to receive a presentation of the Mayor's Revised Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2023, from the Director of Finance. No votes were taken on the budget itself; the council adjourned to a subsequent special meeting on September 12, 2022, where budget adoption and an audit services agreement are scheduled.

• Declared special called meeting and appended notice as Exhibit A (unanimous)
• Adjourned to September 12, 2022 at 3:00 PM for budget adoption and audit resolution (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a rezoning request on Seaway Road and a budget approval for Memorial Hospital at Gulfport. The body is also reviewing several construction contracts and budget amendments for city projects.

• Rezoning of tax parcel at Seaway Road from I-2 (Heavy industry) to I-3 (Planned industrial park)
• Contract with Volkert, Inc. for Landon Road Widening Project engineering and inspection
• Contract with Can't Be Beat Fence and Construction, LLC for Public Works Building fence replacement
• Approval of the 2023 Fiscal Year budget for Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
• Budget Amendment #160 to establish a City Website Project

The Gulfport City Council approved a docket of claims totaling $3,050,089.65, multiple contracts including a repair and replacement unit price project with a $1M annual cap, and authorized grant applications for water infrastructure and safe streets. The council also ratified a hospital board appointment, approved a rezoning remand, and authorized settlement of two lawsuits for $4,500 each. All votes were unanimous except for the hospital board appointment (5-2) and a DBE letter (6-1).

• Approved docket of claims for $3,050,089.65 (unanimous)
• Approved $1M annual cap on repair and replacement unit price project (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Volkert for Landon Road widening CE&I services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Can't Be Beat Fence for public works fence replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized grant applications for MCWI water infrastructure and Safe Streets programs (unanimous)
• Ratified Cara Pucheu appointment to Memorial Hospital Board (5-2)
• Remanded rezoning at Seaway Road from I-2 to I-3 back to planning commission (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement of two lawsuits for $4,500 each from claims contingency fund (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting to discuss the Mayor's proposed budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023. The body will also consider an ordinance to fix municipal tax levies for the city and the Gulfport Municipal Separate School District.

• Public hearing on Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2023
• Ordinance fixing municipal tax levies for the City of Gulfport and Gulfport Municipal Separate School District (FY 2022-2023)

The Gulfport City Council held a public hearing on the mayor's proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, with no public comment. The council then unanimously adopted Ordinance 3166, fixing the municipal and school district tax levy for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The meeting was a special called session; the regular meeting was set for September 6, 2022.

• Adopted Ordinance 3166 fixing municipal and school district tax levy for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Set next regular meeting for September 6, 2022 at 1:30 PM

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting to address policy issues. The body will discuss a fuel cost adjustment to a privatization contract and a specific payment for water operations maintenance.

• Approval of Fuel Cost Adjustment to Privatization Contract for July invoices
• Authorization of a $876,661.82 special check to H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC for July invoices

The Gulfport City Council unanimously approved a fuel cost adjustment to the privatization contract for July invoices and authorized a special check for $876,661.82 to H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC for July's invoices. The meeting was an adjourned session from a special call meeting on August 23, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved fuel cost adjustment to privatization contract for July invoices (6-0)
• Authorized $876,661.82 special check to H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC for July invoices (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering several requests for business use approvals and zoning map amendments. The body will also review a final plat for a 7-lot subdivision and a general plan for a 46-lot subdivision.

• Request for liquor store use at 1423 Magnolia Street and 2610 13th St
• Request to rezone from R-1-10 to RB at Three Rivers Road
• Request to rezone from T4L and T4+ to T5 in Ward 2
• Approval of Final Plat for 7-lot Finley Subdivision at W Beach Blvd, Finley St, & Maria Ave
• Approval of General Plan for 46-lot Florence Gardnes Phase X subdivision

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting and workshop. The primary focus of the session is the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget workshop

The City Council declared a special called meeting and held a workshop on the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned to the next regular meeting on September 6, 2022.

• Declared special called meeting and appended notice as Exhibit A (unanimous)
• Set next regular meeting for September 6, 2022 at 1:30 PM (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hear several requests for zoning variances and special exceptions. The board is deciding on property modifications and the approval of two liquor store uses.

• Variance 2205ZB092: backing into right-of-way and gravel parking at 410 32nd St
• Variance 2209ZB149: setback request at Channelside Drive
• Variance 2209ZB152: wall sign location at 1423 Magnolia St
• Special Exception 2209SE153: liquor store use at 1423 Magnolia Street
• Special Exception 2209SE156: liquor store use at 2610 13th St

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding property rezoning and parking regulations. The body is also reviewing several contracts for city projects and event-related expenditures.

• Rezoning of tax parcels from R-1-10 to T4+ on Music Street (Case # 2206PC119)
• Ordinance regulating parking along U.S. Highway 90
• Award to Eagle Services, Inc. for the Central Fire Station HVAC Project
• Contract and Agreement with Mississippi Delta Shows, LLC
• Acceptance of Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN) Grant

The Gulfport City Council approved a $5,693,935.74 docket of claims and advanced the Interconnecting Gulfport project by approving a second amended BUILD grant agreement and authorizing eminent domain negotiations for right-of-way acquisition. The council also approved a $50,000 settlement for a workers' compensation claim and an amendment to the H2O contract changing trash pickup to a ticket system. All votes were unanimous except for the BUILD grant agreement, eminent domain resolutions, and H2O amendment, which passed 6-1 with Councilmember Ella Holmes-Hines voting no.

• Approved $5,693,935.74 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amended BUILD Grant Agreement for Interconnecting Gulfport (6-1, Holmes-Hines no)
• Authorized eminent domain negotiations for Interconnecting Gulfport right-of-way, two resolutions (6-1, Holmes-Hines no)
• Approved $50,000 settlement in Scafide v. City of Gulfport (unanimous)
• Approved H2O contract amendment changing trash pickup to ticket system (6-1, Holmes-Hines no)
• Adopted Ordinance 3163 rezoning Music Street parcels to T4+ (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3164 regulating parking along U.S. Highway 90 (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Services HVAC award for Central Fire Station (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special call meeting. The primary purpose of the session is a presentation of the Mayor's proposed budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023.

• Presentation of Mayor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2023

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting to receive the Mayor's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023. Finance Director Todd Harman presented the budget to the council. No votes were taken on the budget itself; the meeting was procedural only.

• Declared special called meeting and appended notice as Exhibit A (unanimous)
• Adjourned to August 23, 2022 at 4:00 PM for a special call meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several rezoning ordinances across various wards and approve contracts for city projects. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and extending emergency declarations for COVID-19 and Hurricanes Zeta and Ida.

• Rezoning of 15361 South Swan Road from R-1-15 to I-2 (Heavy industry)
• Agreement with Gibson Maintenance, LLC for the Jones Park Tensile Project
• Authorization to acquire right of way for the Interconnecting Gulfport Project
• Ordinance regulating parking along U.S. Highway 90
• CDBG and HOME 2022-2026 Five Year Consolidated Plans and 2022 Action Plan

The Gulfport City Council approved a series of rezoning ordinances, including several properties to T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus") and one to I-2 (Heavy industry). The council also authorized right-of-way acquisitions and eminent domain proceedings for the Interconnecting Gulfport Project, approved a contract for the Jones Park Tensile Project, and accepted multiple state and federal grants. A motion to amend the permitted uses for "Lounge" failed, and a resolution regarding parking along U.S. Highway 90 was withdrawn.

• Adopted Ordinance 3151 rezoning 15361 South Swan Road to I-2 (Heavy industry) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 3152-3157 rezoning multiple properties to T4+ (General Urban Zone "Plus") (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3158 amending the Chart of Permitted Uses; amendment to change "Lounge" to P|P|P|R|R failed (6-2)
• Approved resolution authorizing eminent domain for Interconnecting Gulfport Project (6-1)
• Approved resolution for Gibson Maintenance, LLC for Jones Park Tensile Project repairs (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Municipal Depository Banking Services with Hancock Whitney (6-1)
• Approved CDBG Substantial Amendment and 2022-2026 Consolidated Plans (6-1)
• Approved Docket of Claims in the amount of $1,475,263.90 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider several zoning map amendments and resubdivision requests. The body will review applications for home occupations, parcel divisions, and a general plan for a new subdivision.

• Request to rezone 13283 Dedeaux Rd from R-1-10 (Single-family) to B-2 (General Business)
• Approval of General Plan for Forest Ridge Phase 2, a 42-lot and 7-outparcel subdivision
• Request to rezone 1423 JoEllen Cir from R-1-7.5 (Single-family) to R-2 (Single-family)
• Request to rezone 13085 Seaway Rd from I-2 (Heavy industry) to I-3 (Planned industrial park)
• Home occupation requests for 12212 Emily Cv and 15377 Pinewood Ct

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special call to address three policy resolutions. These include seeking restoration funding and participating in state-level opioid litigation.

• Resolution to apply for Mississippi Gulf Coast Restoration Fund grant funding
• Resolution to join the Mississippi State-Local Government Opioid Litigation Memorandum of Understanding
• Resolution to approve insurance coverage limits for the Mississippi Aquarium

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on July 27, 2022, and unanimously approved three resolutions: applying for Mississippi Gulf Coast Restoration Fund grant funding, joining the Mississippi State-Local Government Opioid Litigation MOU (including the Endo Settlement), and acknowledging the insurance coverage renewal for the Mississippi Aquarium. All votes were unanimous roll call votes with all seven councilmembers present voting aye.

• Approved resolution to apply for Mississippi Gulf Coast Restoration Fund grant (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to join opioid litigation MOU and Endo Settlement (unanimous)
• Acknowledged Mississippi Aquarium insurance coverage renewal recommendation (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will meet to consider four variance requests. These requests involve setbacks, building sizes, and parking requirements for properties in Wards 2, 3, 4, and 7.

• Variance 2207ZB124: Setback variance for 13130 Hwy 49
• Variance 2207ZB134: Accessory building size and height variances for 5304 Quincy Ave
• Variance 2207ZB136: Reduced parking and accessory structure size variances for 615 Pass Rd and 601-613 Pass Rd
• Variance 2207ZB137: Parking size and location variance for 400 Beach Dr

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions related to infrastructure, including the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for water and stormwater projects. The body is also discussing property acquisitions and code enforcement for public health and safety.

• Authorization to acquire right of way and use eminent domain for the Interconnecting Gulfport Project
• Application for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program
• Designation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for Public Works and clean drinking water infrastructure
• Code enforcement hearing to authorize bids for lot clean-ups and demolitions
• Budget Amendment #136 to fund Privatization Contract cost increases for Fiscal Year 2022

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land resubdivisions and a rezoning request for 2600 13th Avenue. The body is also considering 11 budget amendments and resolutions regarding city agreements and emergency status extensions.

• Rezoning of 2600 13th Avenue from R-2 (Single-family) to B-2 (General business)
• Resubdivision of parcels at 1111 & 1109 2nd Street, 522 East Beach Boulevard, and 16148 Robinson Road
• Budget Amendment #123 for a 30-ton air conditioner unit at the downtown Fire Station
• Resolution to acquire right of way for the Interconnecting Gulfport Project
• Extension of State of Emergency statuses for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning map amendments and home occupation requests. The body is also reviewing a general plan for a new subdivision and a text amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding retail and wholesale trade.

• General Plan 2207PC126: 177-lot and 9-outparcel subdivision (The Great Southern Subdivision) at 2000 Beach Blvd
• Text Amendment 2207PC128: Amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding Retail and Wholesale Trade
• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC073: Request to rezone 15361 S Swan Rd from R-1-15 to I-2 (Heavy industry)
• Resubdivision 2206PC103: Divide parcels on TreeLawn St into six new parcels
• Home occupation requests for mobile phlebotomy (14060 Winchester Ln), homemade crafts (15348 Parkwood Dr N), and mobile notary (12063 Jessica Cr)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of the 2022 Redistricting Plan and various infrastructure projects. The body is also reviewing several land resubdivisions and contracts for city services.

• Request to approve the 2022 Redistricting Plan of the City of Gulfport
• Resubdivision of 12225 Arrowhead Drive into two parcels and 27 Jay Drive/Alta Vida Court into three parcels
• Contracts for the Gulfport Boat Launch Improvements Project and Debuys Road Pump Station Replacement Project
• Preliminary Engineering Services agreement with Pickering Firm for the Landon Road Widening Project
• Sale of municipal surplus real property on 28th Street to Elizabeth L. Smith

The Gulfport City Council unanimously approved the 2022 Redistricting Plan (Plan 6), adopted an ordinance for the GIS Analyst position, and approved numerous resolutions including contracts for the Gulfport Boat Launch Improvements, Debuys Road Pump Station Replacement, and Landon Road Widening. They also approved several budget amendments, including one for land acquisition for the BUILD project (6-1), and a docket of claims totaling $5,686,471.98. All other votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 Redistricting Plan 6 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3148 for GIS Analyst salary (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Gulf Coast Solutions for Boat Launch Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved contract with SCI, Inc. for Debuys Road Pump Station Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental agreement with Pickering Firm for Landon Road Widening (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #121 for BUILD land acquisition (6-1)
• Approved Docket of Claims for $5,686,471.98 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus property on 28th Street to Elizabeth L. Smith (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to consider several variance requests regarding parking, fence height, setbacks, and accessory structures. These decisions determine whether specific property owners can deviate from standard zoning laws.

• Variance 2206ZB106: gravel parking at 1532 Hewes Ave
• Variance 2206ZB113: fence height at 16336 Robinson Rd
• Variance 2206ZB114: setbacks at 0 Thorton Ave
• Variance 2206ZB116: accessory structure quantity and size at 2301 15th St
• Variance 2206ZB120: accessory structure size, quantity, and setbacks at 13183 John Clark Rd

City Council

The City Council is considering several residential and commercial subdivision approvals and four rezoning ordinances. The body will also review agreements for school resource officer reimbursements and lease agreements with Amtrak and The Lighthouse for the Blind in New Orleans.

• Approval of Florence Gardens Phase VII (16 lots), Phase VIII (26 lots), and Phase IX (24 lots)
• Rezoning of 1458 Magnolia Street from T5 (Urban Center Zone) to T6 (Urban Core Zone)
• Rezoning of South Swan Road from R-1-15 (Single-family) to I-2 (Heavy industry)
• Agreement with Gulfport and Harrison County School Districts for Law Enforcement Services reimbursement
• Lease Agreement with National Railroad Passenger Corporation d/b/a Amtrack

The Gulfport City Council approved several rezoning ordinances, including one at 1458 Magnolia Street (T5 to T6) and another at 1026 Pine Street (T3 to T4+), while remanding a rezoning at South Swan Road (R-1-15 to I-2) for further development. The council also approved multiple final plats for subdivisions, including Florence Gardens Phases VII-IX and Shallow Point, and adopted salary ordinances for several city positions. Additionally, the council rejected bids for city depository banking services and authorized re-advertising for bids.

• Approved rezoning at 1458 Magnolia Street from T5 to T6 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1026 Pine Street from T3 to T4+ (unanimous)
• Remanded rezoning at South Swan Road from R-1-15 to I-2 (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Florence Gardens Phase VII (16 lots) (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Florence Gardens Phase VIII (26 lots) (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Shallow Point (7-unit condo) with no easements accepted (unanimous)
• Adopted salary ordinance for Accounts Payable Specialist (Grade 105 to 107) (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for city depository banking services and authorized re-advertising (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding proposed redistricting plans for the city's council wards. This process determines the boundaries for election districts.

• Public hearing on proposed Redistricting Plans for Gulfport City Council Wards

The Gulfport City Council held a public hearing on six proposed redistricting plans for City Council wards, with presentations by Chris Watson and comments from eight citizens. No vote was taken on the plans; the council only declared the special called meeting and adjourned to June 21, 2022.

• Declared special called meeting (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on redistricting plans 1-6 (no vote)
• Adjourned to June 21, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider various zoning map amendments, resubdivisions, and special exception requests. The body will also review a city-proposed text amendment regarding liquor stores and free-standing lounges.

• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC049: Rezone 2600 13th Ave from R-2 to B-2
• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC077: Rezone 13085 Seaway Rd from I-2 to I-3
• Text Amendment 2205PC095: Changes to Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding liquor stores and free-standing lounges
• Special Exception 2204SE076: Assisted living facility use at 3509 22nd St
• Final Plat 2204PC070: 7-unit condo development (Shallow Point) on Runnymede Dr

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hear cases regarding various property variances. These include requests for changes to parking requirements, accessory structure size, and fence height across multiple wards.

• Variance 2205ZB088: Parking reduction at 1236 28th St
• Variance 2205ZB089: Accessory structure quantity, size, and front yard parking at 1604 Beach Dr
• Variance 2205ZB093: Reduced parking and backing into the right-of-way at 1721 29th Ave
• Variance 2205ZB097: Fence height at 12131 Bernard Pkwy
• Variance 2206ZB102: Accessory structure quantity and size at 105 Dogwood Dr

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider two resolutions regarding real estate services. These items involve approving contracts for appraisal review and appraisal services related to the BUILD Interconnecting Gulfport Project.

• Real Estate Services Contract with Doug Singletary & Associates, Inc. for Appraisal Review Services
• Real Estate Services Contract with Mississippi Valuations, LLC (d/b/a Valbridge Property Advisors) for Appraisal Services

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special called meeting and workshop to discuss redistricting. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, followed by setting the next meeting date and adjournment.

• Special call meeting declared
• Workshop discussion on redistricting
• Setting of next meeting and adjournment

The City Council met in a special called session and held a workshop to discuss redistricting, with presentations of multiple proposed plans by Chris Watson of Bridge & Watson, Inc. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the redistricting plans; the only motions were to declare the special meeting and to adjourn, both passed unanimously.

• Declared special called meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned to regular meeting at 1:30 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance adopting regulations for medical cannabis establishments, a resolution awarding municipal depository banking services to Hancock Whitney, and several other resolutions and budget amendments. The agenda also includes code enforcement hearings, fee waivers for local events, and routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Ordinance adopting regulations for Medical Cannabis Establishments
• Resolution approving award to Hancock Whitney for Municipal Depository Banking Services
• Resolution accepting FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for Fire Department Generators
• Budget Amendment #102 funding CIPP Storm Drain Lining and Repairs at 15319 Dedeaux Road
• Resolution reconfirming State of Emergency due to COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida

The Gulfport City Council approved six ordinances setting salaries for various city positions, including Administrative Assistant II, Administrative Assistant to the CAO, Benefits Administrator, Harbor Lights Manager, Maintenance Technician, and Staff Engineer/Surveyor. The council tabled a resolution to award municipal depository banking services to Hancock Whitney. All other agenda items, including code enforcement, resolutions, budget amendments, and the docket of claims, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 3134 for Administrative Assistant II salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3135 for Administrative Assistant to CAO salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3136 for Benefits Administrator salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3137 for Harbor Lights Manager salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3138 for Maintenance Technician salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3139 for Staff Engineer/Surveyor salary (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution awarding municipal depository banking services to Hancock Whitney (unanimous)
• Approved docket of claims for $2,697,876.62 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to consider a single resolution authorizing the city to apply to the Mississippi Department of Transportation for grant funding from the Emergency Road and Bridge Fund. No other policy items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Resolution to apply for Emergency Road and Bridge Fund grant from Mississippi Department of Transportation

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on May 6, 2022, and approved a resolution authorizing the city to apply to the Mississippi Department of Transportation for grant funding from the Emergency Road and Bridge Fund. The motion passed 5-2, with Councilmembers Ella Holmes-Hines and R. Lee Flowers voting against. The meeting was adjourned until May 17, 2022, for a regular meeting.

• Approved resolution to apply for MDOT Emergency Road and Bridge Fund grant (5-2)
• Declared special called meeting and appended notice as Exhibit A (unanimous)
• Adjourned until May 17, 2022, for regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding medical cannabis establishments and zoning. The meeting also includes discussions on salary adjustments, street closures for community events, and extending several states of emergency.

• Ordinance for Medical Cannabis Establishments regulations
• Amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for medical cannabis
• Salary ordinances for Auto Mechanic II, Payroll Specialist, and Procurement Specialist positions
• Service agreement with Mississippi Power Company for downtown lighting upgrades
• Extension of States of Emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida

The Gulfport City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 3130, amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance in connection with the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act. The council also unanimously approved a motion seeking proposed amendments to zoning definitions and permitted uses related to lounges, taverns, and liquor stores. All other agenda items, including budget amendments, resolutions, and the docket of claims, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 3130 amending Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for Medical Cannabis Act (unanimous)
• Approved motion for proposed zoning amendments to definitions and permitted uses for lounges/taverns/liquor stores (unanimous)
• Deleted ordinance adopting regulations for Medical Cannabis Establishments (unanimous)
• Approved $1,159,334.24 Docket of Claims (unanimous)
• Approved 11 budget amendments including defunding/refunding positions and fire apparatus purchase (unanimous)
• Approved resolution awarding surplus property at Grubbs Avenue and Sadler Drive to highest bidder (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for downtown lighting upgrades with Mississippi Power Company (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Old Taylor Place Property Owners' Association (5-2, Roland and Walker dissenting)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special called meeting with a single policy item: a resolution to approve acquiring or renewing insurance policies. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Resolution to approve acquiring/renewing insurance policies

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on April 29, 2022, and approved a resolution to acquire or renew insurance policies. The motion was carried unanimously by the five councilmembers present, with two members absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution to acquire/renew insurance policies (unanimous, 5-0)

Planning Commission

The Gulfport Planning Commission is meeting to hear 21 cases, including rezoning requests, subdivision plats, home occupation approvals, and a zoning text amendment. One special exception request has been withdrawn. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment procedures.

• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC049: rezone 2600 13th Ave from R-2 to B-2
• Zoning Map Amendment 2204PC073: rezone 15361 S Swan Rd from R-1-15 to I-2 (heavy industry)
• General Plan 2204PC066: 164-lot Highland Lake Townhomes subdivision on Ollie Rd
• Zoning Text Amendment 2205PC085: amendments to definitions and permitted uses
• Special Exception 2204SE074 withdrawn by administration

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2022, to consider 10 variance and special exception requests. Two items were withdrawn by administration, and one was tabled to a future meeting. The board will also adopt minutes from its March 17 meeting.

• Variance 2204ZB046: parking space reduction and backing into right-of-way at 1220 Pass Rd (B-2)
• Variance 2204ZB050: fence height at 1942 Beach Dr (tabled to May 19, 2022)
• Variance 2204ZB053: fence material at 12503 Old Hwy 49
• Special Exception 2204SE076: assisted living facility at 13085 Andy St
• Excessive Height 2204ZB044: dwelling height at 2230 Runnymede Dr (tabled to April 21, 2022)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including a $6.1 million distribution to the Mississippi Coast Transit Authority for the Tram Bridge project, a $736,607 CDBG grant agreement, and several contracts for janitorial and engineering services. The agenda also includes numerous routine approvals of minutes, payroll reports, and check registers, as well as several budget amendments for Hurricane Zeta repairs.

• Resolution authorizing $6.1M to Mississippi Coast Transit Authority for Tram Bridge design and construction
• Resolution accepting $736,607 CDBG grant from HUD for Program Year 2021
• Ordinance setting rental rates for community centers, recreation centers, and Jones Park
• Resolution approving contract with Bond Services, Inc. for janitorial services
• Resolution approving engineering services agreement with Engineering Xcellence for Brickyard Bayou Dredge Project

The Gulfport City Council ratified Adam Cooper as Chief of Police and approved a $6.1 million distribution to the Mississippi Coast Transit Authority for the Tram Bridge project. The council also adopted ordinances setting rental rates for community centers and establishing Harbor Master compensation, and approved several resolutions including a $736,607 CDBG grant and a janitorial services contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Ratified Adam Cooper as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Approved $6.1M to Mississippi Coast Transit Authority for Tram Bridge project (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance setting rental rates for community centers and Jones Park (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance for Harbor Master salary compensation (unanimous)
• Approved $736,607 CDBG grant agreement with HUD (unanimous)
• Approved janitorial services contract with Bond Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services for Brickyard Bayou Dredge Project (unanimous)
• Approved docket of claims totaling $3,776,181.15 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to consider a resolution authorizing advertising expenditures to promote the city in connection with Gulfport High School's Team Fusion appearance at a World Robotics Event, along with a related budget amendment. The agenda contains only these two items, with no other substantive business.

• Resolution authorizing expenditure for advertising Gulfport's opportunities in connection with Team Fusion's World Robotics Event appearance
• Budget Amendment #68 increasing the 115 Contributions line item

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on April 14, 2022, and approved two items unanimously. They approved a resolution authorizing $10,000 for advertising and promoting Gulfport High School's Team Fusion at a World Robotics Event, after amending the amount from $7,500 to $10,000. They also approved Budget Amendment #68, increasing the Contributions line item by $5,000. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $10,000 for advertising and promotion of Gulfport High School's Team Fusion at a World Robotics Event (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment #68, increasing the Contributions line item by $5,000 (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider three rezoning ordinances, several resolutions including extending states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida, and multiple contracts and budget amendments. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, code enforcement hearings, and bid awards. A citizen forum allows up to 30 minutes for public input.

• Rezoning at Preservation Drive from R-1 to T4+ (Ward 6)
• Rezoning at 1045 Township Road from T5 to T4+ (Ward 2)
• Rezoning at 1458 Magnolia Street from T5 to T6 (Ward 4)
• Resolution to extend state of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida
• Resolution to apply for FY 2022 RAISE Grant

The Gulfport City Council approved three rezoning ordinances, ratified a privatization contract with H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC, and approved numerous resolutions and budget amendments. All votes were unanimous. The council also entered executive session to discuss privatization-related litigation and leasing, but took no official action there.

• Approved rezoning at Preservation Drive to T4+ (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1045 Township Road to T4+ (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1458 Magnolia Street to T6 (unanimous)
• Ratified privatization contract with H2O Innovation (unanimous)
• Ratified Addendum No. 1 to H2O privatization contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,385,875.19 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments #62-#67 (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida emergency extensions (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to discuss the Mayor's proposed zoning recommendations for businesses operating under the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act. The council will also consider a resolution to accept business license applications for such businesses.

• Presentation of Mayor's proposed zoning recommendations for medical cannabis businesses
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of business license applications for medical cannabis businesses

The Gulfport City Council held a special called meeting on March 30, 2022, to address the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act. They approved a resolution authorizing the acceptance of business license applications for cannabis-related businesses, with a 5-2 vote. The council also unanimously recommended zoning changes to accommodate dispensaries and cultivation, subject to Planning Commission approval in certain cases.

• Approved resolution accepting business license applications under MS Medical Cannabis Act (5-2)
• Recommended zoning: B-2 with Planning Commission approval for dispensaries, B-4 by right, industrial and agriculture zoning for cultivation, with 500-foot residence buffer requiring Planning Commission approval (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three use approvals (home occupation, car wash, church), an 88-lot subdivision plan, two zoning text amendments, and a 12-month extension request for a townhouse development. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Home occupation for real estate sales at 104 45th St (R-UE, Ward 4)
• Car wash use at 1220 Pass Rd (B-2, Ward 3)
• Church use at 353 Courthouse Rd (T5/T4L, Ward 4)
• 88-lot subdivision 'Swan Ridge' on S Swan Rd (R-1-10, Ward 7)
• Zoning text amendments to Subdivisions and Townhouse/zero lot line regulations

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including employee compensation ordinances, several resolutions for contracts and agreements, budget amendments, and property surplus declarations. The agenda includes public hearings on code enforcement and a citizen forum for public input.

• Ordinance replacing Exhibit C to Ordinance No. 3047 establishing compensation for various city employees
• Resolution approving Full and Final Settlement for Construction on the 20th Avenue Improvements Project
• Resolution approving MOU with Harrison County School District for School Resource Officer reimbursement
• Resolution approving lease agreements with H2O Innovation for surplus property at 4050 and 4051 Hewes Avenue
• Budget Amendment #60 increasing IT capital for police parking lot cameras

The Gulfport City Council adopted four ordinances setting salaries for various city positions, including Engineering Technician, Foreman I, and Deputy Clerk of Council, and tabled then later adopted an ordinance establishing day-to-day supervision for the Clerk of Council. The council approved a resolution appointing Brittany Thomas as Deputy Clerk of Council, contingent on passing HR clerical testing, and approved a $2,656,080.83 docket of claims. Several resolutions were passed, including a settlement for the 20th Avenue Improvements Project, a school resource officer reimbursement MOU with Harrison County School District, and a solid waste contract modification. The council also approved multiple budget amendments and surplus property resolutions, and entered executive session for litigation strategy discussions, taking no official action there.

• Adopted Ordinance 3120 updating city employee salary grade schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3121 setting Engineering Technician salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3122 setting Foreman I salary in Leisure Services (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3123 setting Deputy Clerk of Council salary (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3124 establishing day-to-day supervisor for Clerk of Council (unanimous, after being tabled)
• Approved resolution appointing Brittany Thomas as Deputy Clerk of Council, contingent on passing HR clerical testing (4-2, with 1 absent)
• Approved $2,656,080.83 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved 20th Avenue Improvements Project full and final settlement (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on nine variance requests, covering setbacks, fence heights, sign locations, and other zoning relief. The board will also adopt minutes from its February 17, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a public appeal process declaration and speaker card instructions.

• Variance 2203ZB030: setback variance at 1803 Burton Ave (R-1-7.5)
• Variance 2203ZB032: wall sign location variance at 15520 Daniel Blvd D (B-4)
• Variance 2203PC037: barbed wire fence variance at 2019 E Pass Rd (B-2)
• Variance 2204ZB044: excessive dwelling height variance at 2230 Runnymede Dr (R-2)
• Variance 2203ZB041: accessory structure height & size variances at 621 W Oak Dr (R-2)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council approved the final plat for the 19-lot Gulfview Villas subdivision on East Beach Boulevard, with a condition that private access easements for lots fronting US Highway 90 be located entirely on those parcels. The council also adopted three rezoning ordinances, approved a fire department paramedic pay ordinance, and ratified a workers' compensation settlement of $15,000. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved final plat for 19-lot Gulfview Villas subdivision on East Beach Blvd (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3115 rezoning parcel on East Beach Blvd from T5 to T4+ (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3116 rezoning 16119 South Swan Rd from B-4 to R-1-15 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3117 rezoning 13184 Holliman Rd from R-1-15 to R-1-7.5 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3118 establishing paramedic/EMT supplemental pay for Fire Dept (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 3119 waiving permit fees for downtown transportation development (unanimous)
• Approved $786,774.14 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Ratified $15,000 workers' comp settlement for Carl Brian Woods (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on several land-use requests, including two zoning map amendments, a marina use approval, a special exception for an adult daycare, and a resubdivision. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the previous meeting's minutes and hearing public comments.

• Rezone 1045 Township Rd from T5 to T4+ (agent Lady D Mejia)
• Rezone 1458 Magnolia St from T5 to T6 (agent Eley Guild Hardy Architects)
• Marina use request at 1458 Magnolia St
• Adult daycare special exception at 1620 23rd Ave (owner REM Mississippi)
• Resubdivision of 12225 Arrowhead Dr into two parcels (owner Julia Nieto-Gomez)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including approving a contract with H2O Innovation for operations and maintenance of water, sewer, streets, and drainage systems, along with related amendments. The agenda also includes code enforcement hearings, several budget amendments, and various routine items such as bid awards and grant applications.

• Resolution approving contract with H2O Innovation for O&M of water, sewer, streets, drainage
• Resolution terminating license agreement with A.J. Moody d/b/a Gulfport Marina Bait & Tackle
• Resolution approving vendor contract to operate Harbor Bait and Marine Supply Center near Bert Jones Yacht Basin
• Resolution authorizing extension of non-revolving line of credit at Trustmark Bank for Hurricane Zeta debris removal
• Budget amendments for O'Neal Road widening and sewer main installation

The Gulfport City Council approved a contract with H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC for operations and maintenance of water, sewer, streets, and drainage systems, conditioned on first-year trash collection compensation not exceeding $600,000 and weekly trash pickup for all customers. The council also approved a related Addendum No. 1 and a Seventeenth Amendment to the H2O contract. All votes were unanimous roll call votes.

• Approved H2O Innovation O&M contract for water, sewer, streets, drainage (unanimous)
• Approved Addendum No. 1 to H2O contract, capped first-year trash collection at $600,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Seventeenth Amendment to H2O contract (unanimous)
• Terminated license agreement with A.J. Moody for Harbor Bait & Marine Supply Center (unanimous)
• Approved new vendor contract to operate Harbor Bait and Marine Supply Center (unanimous)
• Approved $2,441,532.28 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved 9 budget amendments including O'Neal Road widening and sewer main projects (unanimous)
• Approved temporary road closures for ChandyFest and movie filming (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is holding a special call meeting to discuss and consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and a new ordinance establishing regulations for short-term rentals. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and consideration of amendments to Zoning Ordinance pertaining to short-term rentals
• Discussion and consideration of Ordinance establishing regulations for short-term rentals

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on February 17, 2022, to consider several variance requests and one special exception. The agenda includes four routine variance requests (one withdrawn) and one special exception for a daycare, plus a continued case from a previous meeting. The board will also adopt minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting.

• Variance 2202ZB022: accessory structure size, height, placement at 13263 John Clark Rd (R-1-15)
• Variance 2202ZB023: setback variance at 18 High Point Dr (R-1-7.5)
• Variance 2202ZB024: setback variance at 102 S Kerns Dr (R-1-10)
• Special Exception 2202SE029: daycare use at 1620 23rd Ave (T4+)
• Variance 2112ZB185: accessory buildings quantity, size, setback at 2014 St. James Blvd (R-1-7.5)

City Council

The Gulfport City Council will consider a wide-ranging agenda including a contract for water, sewer, streets, and drainage operations, a purchase agreement for body-worn cameras, and ordinances to reorganize utility billing under the Finance Department. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions for easements, settlements, and various expenditures, plus routine items like minutes and budget amendments.

• Resolution approving contract with H2O Innovation for O&M of water, sewer, streets, drainage systems
• Resolution approving Master Services Agreement with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras
• Ordinances to move Utility Billing into Finance and set salaries for related positions
• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for O'Neal Road–Depew Road Sewer Improvements Project
• Resolution approving settlement for Seaway Road Pedestrian Pathway Project (JLB Contractors, Neel Schaffer)

Planning Commission

The Gulfport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on 14 items, including zoning map amendments, resubdivisions, a mobile home request, a home occupation request, and final plats. Two zoning amendments and one final plat have been withdrawn by the applicants. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Zoning Map Amendment 2201PC003 (withdrawn): rezone 11271 & 11281 Old Hwy 49 from R-1-15 to B-2
• Zoning Map Amendment 2201PC005: rezone E Beach Blvd parcel from T5 to T4+
• Planning Commission Approval 2201PC006: mobile home use on George Ave (R-1-5)
• Zoning Map Amendment 2201PC009: rezone 16119 S Swan Rd from B-4 to R-1-15
• Final Plat 2110PC167: 19-lot Gulfview Villas subdivision on E Beach Blvd

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Gulfport Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on six variance requests. These include requests for a wall sign location, accessory structure height and quantity, parking space numbers and backing into right-of-way, front yard parking, setbacks, and accessory building quantity, size, and setback. The board will also adopt minutes from its December 16, 2021 meeting.

• Variance 2201ZB007: wall sign location at 15520 Daniel Blvd A, Ward 7
• Variance 2201ZB008: accessory structure height and quantity at 31 53rd St, Ward 4
• Variance 2201ZB011: parking spaces and backing into right-of-way at 3100 15th St, Ward 2
• Variance 2201ZB012: front yard parking at 1805 Curcor Dr, Ward 2
• Variance 2201ZB018: setbacks at 12276 Salisbury Rd, Ward 7

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and ordinances regarding city employee salaries and utility billing. The meeting also includes resolutions to extend states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida.

• Rezoning of 156 Oleander Drive from T6 to T4+
• Rezoning of 2001 East Pass Road from T4+ to T6
• Approval of a 62-lot subdivision (Camden Court) at Dye Road
• Ordinance regarding salaries for positions exceeding $60,000.00
• Extension of states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida

City Council

The Gulfport City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including rezoning requests, a body camera contract with Axon, a salary reduction ordinance for high-paying positions, and several property subdivisions. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, budget amendments, and a docket of claims.

• Ordinance to reduce salaries of positions over $60,000 upon vacancy (Grade 100/200)
• Resolution approving Axon Enterprises as sole source vendor for body worn cameras
• Rezoning at 157 Oleander Drive from T6 to T4+
• Rezoning at 1715 and 1721 29th Avenue from T5 to T6
• Resolution for temporary road closures for Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras parades

The Gulfport City Council approved a series of routine and substantive items, including a sole-source agreement with Axon Enterprises for body-worn cameras, a first amendment to the Waste Pro solid waste contract (conditioned on a pending privatization RFP), and several rezoning and subdivision approvals. The council also approved budget amendments, a $1.23 million docket of claims, and extended COVID-19 and hurricane emergency declarations. Four ordinances were deleted from the agenda, and no official action was taken during executive session.

• Approved Axon Enterprises as sole source vendor for body-worn cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Waste Pro contract amendment, conditioned on Alternate 7 of privatization RFP (5-2)
• Approved rezoning at 157 Oleander Drive from T6 to T4+ (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1715/1721 29th Avenue from T5 to T6 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning on Three Rivers Road from R-1-15 to R-B (unanimous)
• Approved four certificates of resubdivision and one final plat (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments #23-#25 and $1,232,124.38 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Extended states of emergency for COVID-19, Hurricane Zeta, and Hurricane Ida (unanimous)