Hancock County public meetings in 2023

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting agenda contains no applications for review. The meeting is procedural boilerplate.

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors is meeting to review several Port and Harbor Commission resolutions and county departmental requests. Key items include airport property transactions and the approval of various personnel changes and equipment purchases.

• Purchase and sale agreement of Hangar Property including Project and Hutchinson Hangar for $1,360,000
• Two-year lease agreement with Cool Breeze Aviation for Suite 222 at Stennis International Airport for $2,700 annually
• Purchase of a mini excavator from Puckett Rents for $36,231.38
• Docket of claims for December 18, 2023, in the amount of $143,449.01
• Request to advertise for the Lakeshore Road Resurfacing Project

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a mini subdivision application for a property in Picayune. The applicant seeks to divide an 11-acre agricultural parcel into five separate parcels.

• App# 741: Request by Irvin Templet dba IG Construction LLC to divide 11 acres at 10123 Rossum Fork Rd., Picayune

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a claims docket of $1,875,840.58 and discuss a resolution regarding Louisiana levee impacts. The meeting includes updates on the Hancock County Utility Authority Solar Project and a potential lease for the Hancock County Sports Complex.

• Claims docket for December 4, 2023, in the amount of $1,875,840.58
• Port and Harbor Commission Resolution #20231127-01 claims docket for $343,226.47
• Discussion of blighted property at 6048 Lark Street, Waveland
• Right-of-way request from Telepak Networks for Fred and Al Key Road
• Notice of termination of agreement with American Medical Services (AMR)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the Port and Harbor Commission's final FY2023 amended budget and claims docket. The meeting includes several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and EMA, as well as personnel changes across multiple departments.

• Approval of the Final Fiscal Year 2023 Amended Consolidated Budget for the Port and Harbor Commission in the amount of $19,741,369
• Port and Harbor Commission Claims Docket for November 13, 2023, in the amount of $417,406.41
• Sheriff's Office equipment purchases: $15,943.36 for lights and equipment from Dana Safety Supply and $24,250.29 for ammunition from Gulf States Distributors and Precision Delta
• EMA purchase of lights and sirens from Blue Line in the amount of $6,480.00
• Agreement with Balch and Bingham for subdivision of Library/Diamondhead Hospital Clinic parcel not to exceed $3,500

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission is reviewing a request to add storage containers to an existing business. One previous application for a warehouse was withdrawn due to wetlands on the property.

• App# 737: Site Plan review for Fibro Pools to add 24 shipping containers at 5477 Lower Bay Rd.
• App# 739: Withdrawal of request by Mickey Phelan for a 100x50 metal office warehouse at Kiln Delisle Rd. and Runnymede Rd.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a claims docket totaling $2,564,748.56 and various infrastructure payments. The meeting includes discussions on drainage improvements, bridge replacements, and personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office and E-911 dispatch.

• Claims docket for Monday, November 6, 2023, in the amount of $2,564,748.56
• AT&T quote for E-911 hardware refresh in the upfront amount of $261,700
• R.E.S Contracting quote for Dedeaux and Kiln baseball field lights for $59,500.00
• Sub-contractor payments for Beach Boulevard Hurricane Zeta repairs totaling $265,287.50
• GOMESA Bond Request 24-DGT for reimbursement from Hancock Bank for $612,076.19

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a tabled request for a metal office warehouse at Kiln Delisle Rd. and Runnymede Rd. It will also consider a request to subdivide a 5.2-acre parcel on Preacher Powell Rd. into two pieces.

• App# 739: Conditional Use & Site Plan for metal office warehouse at Kiln Delisle Rd. and Runnymede Rd.
• App# 740: Mini Subdivision of 5.2-acre parcel at 12210 Preacher Powell Rd., Carriere

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on routine financial matters, including a $660,360.50 claims docket for the Port & Harbor Commission, several departmental purchases, and personnel changes. They will also discuss traffic analysis, a PBS project, and a franchise agreement renewal with Medicom.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission claims docket of $660,360.50
• Purchase two Kubota lawn mowers for $33,618.36 for McLeod Park
• Approve hiring Kenneth Booner at Animal Shelter at $11.95/hour
• Approve agreement with Magnet Forensics for $4,000 for 1 year
• Discuss traffic analysis for Kiln Delisle Road at Kapalama Drive and Edwin Ladner Road

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering several requests to divide agricultural parcels into smaller lots. The board will also review a residential variance request and a conditional use application for commercial buildings.

• Variance request for a residential addition at 5016 Samoa Rd., Pearlington
• Request to divide a 73-acre parcel on Kiln Delisle Rd. into 5 parcels
• Request to divide a 166-acre parcel on Kiln Delisle Rd. into 5 parcels
• Conditional use request for 3 commercial buildings at 22033 Hwy 43, Picayune
• Request to divide a 71-acre parcel at the end of Rd. 310, Kiln into 2 parcels

General

The Board of Supervisors will review several departmental agendas and external business items. The meeting includes motions to approve multiple interfund loans totaling $4,788,861.43 and various fund transfers.

• $4,788,861.43 in interfund loans including funds for Hurricane Zeta and Hurricane Ida
• $51,385.16 loan into the MDOT-Lakeshore Preservation Road Fund
• $66,562.76 loan into the MDOT-Seawall Concrete Barrier Fund
• Transfer of $457,608.76 into MS GO Bonds, Series 2021 fund
• Transfer of $361,718.75 into MS GO Bonds, Series 2017 fund

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve various departmental claims, including a $300,215.43 docket and a $596,659.15 Port and Harbor Commission claims docket. The body will also vote on several new hires for E-911, Parks & Recreation, and the Road Department.

• Port and Harbor Commission claims docket for $596,659.15
• County docket of claims for $300,215.43
• County Tuition Assistance Program MOU with Pearl River Community College for $80,000 per year
• Kiln Delisle Road Bridge Replacement sub-contractor request for $39,360.00
• South Railroad Street Bridge Replacement sub-contractor request for $12,000.00

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget and tax levy, with separate motions for the budget excluding and including the EMA Director's salary. The agenda also includes a motion to reissue a check to Apple Construction for $119,800.80, along with various departmental and elected official reports.

• Motion to approve Resolution Adopting FY 2023/2024 Budget and Tax Levy, excluding EMA Director's Salary
• Motion to approve FY 2023/2024 budget including EMA Director's Salary
• Motion to reissue check to Apple Construction for $119,800.80
• Bid openings
• Public comment

General

The Board of Supervisors will present the proposed FY2023/2024 budget. A public hearing to adopt the budget and set the tax levy is scheduled for September 14, 2023.

• Presentation of the proposed FY2023/2024 budget
• Public hearing scheduled for September 14, 2023, to adopt budget and set tax levy
• Bid openings

The Board of Supervisors approved the proof of publication and notices for the FY2023/2024 budget and tax levy public hearings. County Administrator Jimmie Ladner presented an overview of the proposed budget, but no action was taken on the budget itself during this meeting.

• Approved agenda (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved proof of publication and notice for FY2023/2024 budget and tax levy public hearings (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on various departmental contracts, personnel changes, and interfund transfers. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the Road Registry for McKay Lane, Homestead Exemption Objections, and the FY2023/2024 budget.

• Docket of claims for September 5, 2023 in the amount of $1,714,024.07
• Preliminary engineering contract with Neel-Schaffer for Santa Rosa Pathway for $133,502.62
• Port and Harbor Commission Resolution #20230828-01 claims docket for $625,498.77
• Interfund transfers including $250,000.00 into the General fund from the DAK Tax Increment Debt Service Fund
• Public hearing to correct Road Registry for McKay Lane from 220 feet to 385 feet

The Board of Supervisors approved a claims docket of $1,714,024.07 and authorized support for a Safe Haven Baby Box in Hancock County. Other actions included approving drainage project expenses, personnel changes across multiple departments, and interfund transfers.

• Approved claims docket for September 5, 2023 in the amount of $1,714,024.07 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved support for a Safe Haven Baby Box to be placed in Hancock County (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $41,406.00 for Bayside Park drainage project shut-off valves and up to $50,000 for testing (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $1,714,024.07 claims docket and $15,905.00 for primary runoff poll workers (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved interfund transfers of $261,158.93 to E911 Infrastructure and $250,000.00 to General fund (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $7,466.51 quote from Marine Systems for Sheriff's Department ECU replacement (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved appointment of Youth Court Pro Tempore Prosecutor Edward Gibson at $42,700.00 prorated salary (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved School Resource Officer Agreement with Bay-Waveland School District (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved the FY2024 budget for the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission and several grant agreements. Other actions included approving equipment purchases for the Leetown Volunteer Fire Department and Rocky Hill Splashpad, and authorizing payroll for primary election poll workers.

• Approved FY2024 Port and Harbor Commission budget of $44,843,026 (Unanimous)
• Approved $4.14M MARAD Grant Agreement for RR2104 Storage Yard (Unanimous)
• Approved $556,170 MDOT Multi-Modal Grant Agreement for PB2402 South Road Overlay (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,270 payment to primary election poll workers (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,808 air bottle and $9,435 equipment for Leetown Volunteer Fire Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,097 in vehicle equipment for the Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,728.78 in total repairs and equipment for Rocky Hill Splashpad and playground (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Robyn Bruchey full-time at the Animal Shelter at $11.95 per hour (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to determine if the property at 19005 Laterre Drive, Kiln, is a public nuisance due to a fire and safety hazard. The board will also vote on a docket of claims totaling $3,401,584.31, approve several contracts and hires, and discuss various drainage and stormwater projects.

• Public hearing on 19005 Laterre Drive, Kiln, for nuisance determination
• Docket of claims for August 7, 2023: $3,401,584.31
• Port & Harbor Commission resolution: $388,189.24 in claims
• Rail Services Special Contract with Polychemie, Inc., min. $6,843.75/month
• Hire dispatchers at $14.00/hr and $15.00/hr

The Board of Supervisors approved several drainage improvement projects and a rail services contract for the Port and Harbor Commission. They also authorized equipment purchases for the Kiln Volunteer Fire Department and the Road Department, and approved multiple personnel changes for E-911/Dispatch.

• Approved Port and Harbor Commission claims for $388,189.24 (Unanimous)
• Approved rail services contract with Polychemie, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Partial Substantial Completion for Texas Flat Road and Pontiac Drive Drainage project (Unanimous)
• Approved Notice To Proceed for Rotten Bayou Road drainage improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $13,959.31 equipment purchase for Kiln Volunteer Fire Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,853.21 axle housing repair for Road Department (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Hallie Sherwood ($14/hr) and Jadyn Olson ($15/hr) as dispatchers (Unanimous)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with American Red Cross for county shelters (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several lease agreements for the Port and Harbor Commission and purchasing various John Deere equipment and a GMC vehicle. The meeting also includes discussions on drainage projects and personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office.

• Port Bienville Industrial Park warehouse lease with Point 8 Power for $810,000
• Stennis International Airport ground lease with Skydweller US, Inc. for $3,650 monthly
• Purchase of a 2023 GMC Sierra for the Road Department for $46,705.00
• Purchase of John Deere equipment including a Cab Utility Tractor for $51,097.76
• Public hearing scheduled for August 7 to determine if 19005 Laterre Drive is a public nuisance

The Board of Supervisors approved several lease agreements for the Port and Harbor Commission and authorized the purchase of new John Deere equipment and a GMC Sierra for the Road Department. Other actions included approving a drainage improvement contract for Rotten Bayou Road and a rental agreement for the Bayou Phillips Community Center.

• Approved Port and Harbor Commission claims docket for $1,365,363.89 (Unanimous)
• Approved ground lease with Skydweller US, Inc. for $3,650 monthly (Unanimous)
• Approved five-year warehouse lease with Point 8 Power for $810,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with LJ Construction Inc. for Rotten Bayou Road drainage improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of John Deere tractor, loader, and two flex wings totaling $103,395.44 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 GMC Sierra for $46,705.00 for Road Department (Unanimous)
• Approved rental of Bayou Phillips Community Center to New Life Methodist Church through June 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,475.00 concrete slab for McLeod Park Amphitheater (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding Homestead Exemption Objection Notice letters. The meeting includes reports from various county departments and elected officials.

• Public hearing on Homestead Exemption Objection Notice letters

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing to review objections to homestead exemptions. The Board unanimously approved eight individual applications and authorized letters to the Department of Revenue for each.

• Approved homestead exemption for Janie Stevison (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Gerard Sonnier (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Douglas and Glenda Necaise (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for William R. Moore, Jr. and Judith Moore (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Gary Jones (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Scott Harvanek (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Cynthie Gerald (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved homestead exemption for Leon P. Braud, Jr. (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve various departmental contracts, personnel pay adjustments, and infrastructure projects. The board will also consider designating a specific property as a public health hazard and set a public hearing for property assessment objections.

• Proposed public hearing to declare 19005 Laterre Drive a Public Safety and Health Hazard
• Motorola Maintenance Agreement renewal for $161,989.47
• Purchase of two police canines from US-K9 Unlimited for $36,000.00
• Docket of claims for July 3, 2023, in the amount of $2,221,362.82
• Grant application for Port Bienville Industrial Park water loop expansion for $3,504,000.00

The Board of Supervisors approved a claims docket totaling $2,221,362.82 and authorized the purchase of two police canines. Other actions included approving a Motorola maintenance agreement and scheduling a public hearing for a health hazard property.

• Approved claims docket for July 3, 2023, in the amount of $2,221,362.82 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two police canines from US-K9 Unlimited for $36,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved Motorola Maintenance Agreement for $161,989.47 (Unanimous)
• Approved public hearing for August 7, 2023, regarding property at 19005 Laterre Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Road 374 Drainage Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $11,682.60 quote from iT1 for Ninja Software (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,803.75 purchase of a light pole from Seal Electrical (Unanimous)
• Approved $13,699.22 repair of a John Deere 6115 front axle from AGUP (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements and port grants. The meeting includes a public hearing on adding and abandoning specific road segments in the county road registry.

• Recommendation of Landmark Contractors, Inc. for Beach Boulevard Hurricane Zeta repairs at $1,311,734.29
• Port and Harbor Commission grant for PB2306 Warehouse 3 Development in the amount of $2,000,000
• Public hearing for road registry changes including Wisteria Street, Mint Julep Drive, McKay Lane, and Road 374
• Installation of a Kayak Launch at Cedar Point for $20,500 from Gill's Crane & Dozer
• Budget amendment of $150,327 for rail repairs at the Port Bienville Industrial Park main crossing

The Board of Supervisors approved a $2 million grant for warehouse development and several drainage improvement contracts. They also authorized a $20,500 kayak launch at Cedar Point and appointed new fire district commissioners.

• Approved $2,000,000 MDA grant for PB2306 Warehouse 3 Development (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,345,332.52 Port and Harbor Commission claims docket (Unanimous)
• Approved $150,327 for rail repairs at Port Bienville Industrial Park (Unanimous)
• Awarded Rotten Bayou Road drainage project to LJ Construction, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,500 for Cedar Point kayak launch from Gill's Crane & Dozer (Unanimous)
• Appointed Doug Cuevas and Tim Davis to Post 58 Fire District Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Tammy Neighbors-Dearman to Leetown Fire District Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $80/month E-911 data systems management contract for FY 2023-2024 (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will review a $1,898,748.79 docket of claims and various infrastructure projects. The body is also deciding on personnel changes across multiple departments and the purchase of new voting equipment.

• Purchase of voting equipment from Election Systems & Software for $123,485.00
• Approval of a $1,898,748.79 docket of claims
• Port & Harbor Commission claims in the amount of $496,310.63
• Notice to proceed to Apple Construction Company for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase 1
• Payment of $6,552.48 to KS StateBank for Bayside Fire Department SCBA equipment

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure projects, including Bayside Park drainage improvements and a change order for Texas Flat Road and Pontiac Drive. The Board also accepted over $496,000 in claims for the Port & Harbor Commission and authorized various personnel changes across county departments.

• Approved $496,310.63 in Port & Harbor Commission claims (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved Notice To Proceed to Apple Construction Company for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase 1 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Texas Flat Road and Pontiac Drive Drainage Improvements (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $6,552.48 payment to KS StateBank for Bayside Fire Department SCBA equipment (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $5,000 donation from Dempsey's Seafood and Steak, LLC to Animal Shelter (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $10,217.78 repair of a JD 6110 for the Road Department from AgUp (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $7,740 purchase of 18 Powerware batteries for Sheriff's Department from IT1 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved hiring Tyrell Whitfield-Roberson as full-time dispatcher at $14.00/hour (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several high-value contracts, including a $5.5 million RESTORE award for the county fairgrounds. The meeting also covers port commission claims, road project bids, and various personnel changes across county departments.

• Sub-Award Agreement for Hancock County Fairgrounds Revitalization in the amount of $5,500,000.00
• Port and Harbor Commission Claims Docket for May 8, 2023, in the amount of $2,118,545.86
• Purchase of a 2023 GMC Sierra 4WD Crew Cab for the Coroner in the amount of $49,334.00
• Paving of the parking lot across from the Courthouse for $13,050.00
• Recommendation to demolish 5014 Cardinal St., Bay St. Louis, declared a public health and safety menace

The Board of Supervisors approved a $2,118,545.86 claims docket for the Port and Harbor Commission and a five-year rail services contract with Sabic Innovative Plastics US, LLC. Other actions included authorizing a building demolition at 5014 Cardinal St. and approving various personnel and training requests.

• Approved Port and Harbor Commission Claims Docket of $2,118,545.86 (Unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Rail Services Special Contract with Sabic Innovative Plastics US, LLC (Unanimous)
• Authorized $19,133.60 payment to KS Statebank for West Hancock VFD Engine 981 (Unanimous)
• Approved quotes to demolish 5014 Cardinal St. due to public health and safety menace (Unanimous)
• Approved docket of claims for May 15, 2023, totaling $112,513.25 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with GovEase for upcoming tax sale (Unanimous)
• Approved Free Port Warehouse License for Polychemie Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Constance Q. Jordan as support staff at $75,870.00 plus benefits (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve several infrastructure contracts and a $2,325,113.84 docket of claims. The agenda includes personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office and E-911 dispatch, as well as the establishment of the West Hancock Fire Grading District.

• Approval of a $2,325,113.84 docket of claims and a $1,645,977.13 Port and Harbor Commission resolution
• Contract authorization for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase 1 and Firetower Road Drainage Study
• Purchase of tires for Road and Bridge for $14,550 and Harrow Sections for the Seawall Department for $6,052
• Resolution establishing the West Hancock Fire Grading District
• Bid openings for Beach Vending Sites W-2, N-1, C-1, and L-1 through L-5

The Board of Supervisors approved a $2.3M docket of claims and a $1.6M Port and Harbor Commission resolution. They authorized several drainage and road projects, including Bayside Park and Firetower Road, and approved various personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office and E-911 Dispatch.

• Approved $2,325,113.84 docket of claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,645,977.13 Port and Harbor Commission Resolution #20230424-08 (Unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Apple Construction Company for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Chiniche Engineering & Surveying for Firetower Road Drainage Study (Unanimous)
• Approved $14,550 tire purchase from Pete's Tire Barns, Inc. for Road and Bridge (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,052 purchase of Harrow Sections from Ogden Metalworks, INC. for Seawall Department (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Austin Welder as full-time Dispatcher at $14.50/hour (Unanimous)
• Authorized GRPC to conduct study of Kiln Delisle Road and Kapalama Drive Intersection (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments for the Port and Harbor Commission, and a large bond payment. The meeting includes discussions on public safety equipment and drainage improvements.

• Wire transfer of $1,964,123.87 for the Gomesa Bond payment
• Purchase of $34,630 in fire safety equipment for EMA
• Award of Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase 1 to Apple Construction Company
• Port and Harbor Commission budget amendment increasing Operating Budget by $226,445
• Public hearing regarding whether property at 15268 Highway 90 in Pearlington is a public nuisance

The Board of Supervisors awarded a drainage improvement contract for Bayside Park to Apple Construction Company and authorized a $1.96 million Gomesa Bond payment. Other actions included approving Port and Harbor Commission budget amendments and various departmental training and equipment purchases.

• Awarded Bayside Park Drainage Improvements Phase 1 contract to Apple Construction Company (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,964,123.87 wire transfer for Gomesa Bond payment (Unanimous)
• Approved Port and Harbor Commission budget amendment increasing Operating Budget by $226,445 and decreasing Capital Budget by $31,845 (Unanimous)
• Approved $34,630 purchase of Fire Safety Equipment for EMA (Unanimous)
• Authorized disposal of Animal Shelter cargo van to Motley Muts Rescue Group (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,453.31 for air conditioning at Necaise Ballfield via Coburns (Unanimous)
• Approved modification of administrative procedure for road boring approval process (Unanimous)
• Approved $250 refund to Viola Ishem for Pearlington Community Center rental (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review various departmental purchases, personnel changes, and land lease matters. Key financial items include a proposed $4 million interfund transfer for the Multipurpose Arena and the approval of a $2.6 million docket of claims.

• Proposed $4,000,000 transfer to Multipurpose Arena fund from General and Special Gaming funds
• Purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado ($41,028.50) and 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe ($57,113.50)
• Bids for Bayside Park Drainage Improvement, Phase 1
• Purchase of culverts for Sue's Road drainage project for $18,136.00 using American Rescue Funds
• Service agreement for Sheriff’s Office automated security systems at $15,424.00 per year

The Board of Supervisors approved a $4 million interfund transfer for the Multipurpose Arena and authorized several vehicle and equipment purchases for the Road and Sheriff's departments. They also approved various appointments and land lease matters. Bids for the Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase 1 were opened and taken under advisement.

• Approved $4M transfer to Multipurpose Arena fund ($2M from General, $2M from Special Gaming) (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado for Road Department for $41,028.50 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for Sheriff's Department for $57,113.50 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $15,795 annual payment for 5 years for in-car and body-worn camera systems (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved appointment of Lisa Cowand to Gulf Regional Planning Commission (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved appointment of Derek Necaise to SMPDD Board of Directors (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $18,136 purchase of culverts for Sue's Road using American Rescue Funds (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved release of Road and Bridge Tax monies to the City of Waveland on a monthly basis (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including parking lot paving and drainage improvements. The meeting includes votes on equipment purchases for the Road and Sheriff's departments and land transactions for the Port and Harbor Commission.

• Paving of Washington Pier and Old Youth Court site parking lots for $266,075
• Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe LS for $51,130
• Purchase of a dual purpose canine for $16,500
• Purchase of K9 kennels and door pops for $17,589.65
• Declaration of 15268 Highway 90 as a menace to public health and safety

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure projects, including parking lot paving and a new pole barn at Necaise Playground. They also authorized multiple equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and Road Department and approved tax abatement for a proposed hotel in Waveland.

• Approved $266,075 for paving Washington Pier and Old Youth Court site parking (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,687.56 for a pole barn at Necaise Playground with Mapco Services, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,500 for one dual purpose canine and $17,589.65 for K9 kennels (Unanimous)
• Approved $51,130 for a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe LS (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement for Waveland Hospitality LLC's proposed Marriott hotel (Unanimous)
• Awarded Household Hazardous Waste Day contract to Complete Environmental (Unanimous)
• Approved $267,646.78 release of Diamondhead road and bridge funds (Unanimous)
• Set April 17 public hearing for property at 15268 Highway 90 regarding public health menace (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing a docket of claims totaling $2,701,116.79 and considering several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the proposed West Hancock Port Bienville Fire Grading District.

• Public hearing on the incorporation of the West Hancock Port Bienville Fire Grading District
• Purchase of three Dodge Chargers at $34,631 per vehicle from Pine Belt Auto Group
• Purchase of 40 Glock weapons for $17,360 and Yamaha Twin F150s for $30,900 for the Sheriff's Department
• Approval of the March 6, 2023 docket of claims in the amount of $2,701,116.79
• Authorization for Chiniche Engineering to conduct the Firetower Road Drainage Study

The Board of Supervisors approved the resolution of intent to incorporate the West Hancock Port Bienville Fire Grading District. They also authorized several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department and approved various road and drainage projects.

• Approved Resolution of Intent to Incorporate West Hancock Fire Grading District (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,900 purchase of Yamaha Twin F150s for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3 Dodge Chargers at $34,631 per vehicle from Sheriff's Gaming Account (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,360 purchase of 40 Glock weapons for Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 preliminary study for Lakeshore Marina by SMPDD (Unanimous)
• Approved prohibition of loitering/parking at public parks from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. (Unanimous)
• Approved $648,303.49 Port and Harbor Commission Resolution #20230227-01 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,701,116.79 docket of claims for March 6, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on several port and harbor resolutions, including a $1.03 million docket of claims and a lease with SSA Gulf, Inc. Members will also discuss drainage improvements for Bayside Park and Road 374, and authorize various equipment leases for county offices.

• Port and Harbor Commission docket of claims totaling $1,031,466.47
• Three-year lease with SSA Gulf, Inc. for 3.75 acres at Port Bienville at $46,253.59 annual rent
• Sole-source purchase with Robinson Aviation, Inc. for $25,928.04 for Stennis International Airport
• Contract for Gills Crane and Dozer Service, Inc. for Project No. LSBP-23 (11) South Railroad Street
• Demolition of Harbor Master building by Morreale Construction, LLC for $5,000.00

The Board approved a $1,258,983.05 docket of claims and several drainage and road improvement contracts. They also authorized new equipment leases for multiple county offices and approved several personnel hires for dispatch and parks. A public hearing for the West Hancock Port Bienville Fire Grading District was scheduled for March 6, 2023.

• Approved $1,258,983.05 docket of claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,031,466.47 Port and Harbor Commission claims (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year lease of 3.75 acres at Port Bienville to SSA Gulf, Inc. for $46,253.59 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 contract with Morreale Construction, LLC to demolish Harbor Master building (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,200 technical support agreement for Sheriff's Office with Powers of Mississippi, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Destiny Cuevas and Angela Freeman as full-time dispatchers (Unanimous)
• Approved multiple 48-month Canon copier leases for various county offices (Unanimous)
• Approved contract for Gills Crane and Dozer Service, Inc. for South Railroad Street project (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several drainage improvement contracts and the FY2021 Audit Report. The meeting includes bid openings for road projects and county depository services, as well as various personnel changes for dispatch and corrections.

• Contracts for Lawrence Ladner Road, Pontiac Drive, and Texas Flat Road drainage improvements
• Purchase of playground equipment for Lakeshore for $50,675.64
• Docket of claims for February 6, 2023, in the amount of $4,044,524.78
• Bid openings for South Railroad Avenue Bridge and Road 374 Drainage Improvements
• Approval of the FY2021 Audit Report for Hancock County

The Board of Supervisors approved a claims docket totaling $4,044,524.78 and several drainage improvement contracts. Other actions included approving the FY2021 Audit Report and authorizing the purchase of $50,675.64 in playground equipment for Lakeshore.

• Approved claims docket for February 6, 2023, in the amount of $4,044,524.78 (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $50,675.64 for Lakeshore playground equipment from Great Southern Recreation (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved drainage improvement contracts for Lawrence Ladner Road, Pontiac Drive, and Texas Flat Road (UNANIMOUS)
• Accepted FY2021 Audit Report for Hancock County (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved $7,000 for revised plans and specs for Rotten Bayou Road drainage (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved hiring four full-time dispatchers at $14.00 per hour (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved installation of a digital sign at the Kiln Public Library (UNANIMOUS)
• Approved 2023-2026 four year road plan (UNANIMOUS)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several Port and Harbor Commission resolutions and county departmental requests. Discussions include infrastructure projects, personnel changes, and grant administration. The body will also address a docket of claims totaling $139,509.55.

• Authorization of a $15,000,000 MDA ACE grant agreement to act as local sponsor for Relativity Space Inc.
• Professional Services Agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC for three years in the amount of $120,000.
• Notice of Award to Bottom 2 Top Construction, LLC for Pontiac Drive & Texas Flat Road Drainage Improvements.
• Notice of Award to LJ Construction, Inc. for Lawrence Ladner Road Drainage Improvements.
• Approval of a $139,509.55 docket of claims for January 17, 2023.

The Board of Supervisors approved several Port and Harbor Commission resolutions, including a $15 million grant agreement for Relativity Space Inc. and a $120,000 professional services agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC. The Board also authorized a ban on overnight RV parking on county right-of-ways.

• Approved $15M MDA ACE grant agreement to act as local sponsor for Relativity Space Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $324,313.56 Port and Harbor Commission Docket of Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $120,000 professional services agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC (Unanimous)
• Authorized 'No Overnight RV Parking' signs and policy enforcement on county right-of-way (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,700 contract with DNA Underground for Stewart Street Bridge (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Hayley Saucier as full-time Dispatcher at $14.00 per hour (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 annual salary increases for Yolanda Sanders and Trina Lizana (Unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of Misfits ATV Park application (Unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board appointed Scotty Adam as President and Kodie Koenenn as Vice-President for 2023. Several county administrators and employees were re-appointed, and a $1.77M docket of claims was approved. The Board also denied a request to add Road 374, Mo's Road, and Honey's Lane to the County Road Registry.

• Appointed Scotty Adam as Board President for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kodie Koenenn as Board Vice-President for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,773,012.18 docket of claims for January 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $23,558 purchase of Mobile LPR 3 License Plate Reader System (Unanimous)
• Denied request to add Road 374, Mo's Road, and Honey's Lane to County Road Registry (Unanimous)
• Approved $336,000 Amended Application for FY23 McLeod Park Bulkhead Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $539,503.69 Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20221228-01 (Unanimous)
• Re-appointed Robert Gros to Kiln Utility and Fire District Board for a 5-year term (Unanimous)