Hancock County public meetings in 2024

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request by King Construction and Environmental Services LLC to increase the height of a rubbish‑disposal structure from 45 ft to 75 ft at 8100 Bayou LaCroix Rd., currently zoned A‑1B. The commission will also consider several mini‑subdivision applications that propose to split or combine agricultural parcels in Kiln, Pass Christian, and Bay St. Louis. All items are listed on the agenda for decision or discussion.

• App# 793 – Variance: height increase from 45 ft to 75 ft for rubbish disposal at 8100 Bayou LaCroix Rd. (parcel 128‑0‑28‑006.000), zoned A‑1B.
• App# 798 – Mini subdivision: divide 32‑acre parcel at 25021 Loren Ladner Rd., Kiln (parcel 052‑0‑10‑026.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 799 – Mini subdivision: divide 11‑acre portion of a ~52‑acre parcel at 18366 Runnymede Rd., Pass Christian (parcel 066‑0‑13‑016.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 801 – Mini subdivision: divide 83‑acre parcel on Hwy 603 between Hoda Rd and Rd 357, Kiln (parcel 054‑0‑18‑017.000), zoned A‑1.
• App# 804 – Mini subdivision: combine three parcels totaling 27 acres off Kiln Delisle Rd. at Brave Harbor Dr., Kiln (parcels 066‑0‑23‑022.001, 066‑0‑23‑022.000, 066‑0‑23‑019.000), zoned A‑1.

The Hancock County Planning Commission approved a temporary variance allowing King Construction and Environmental Services LLC to increase landfill height from 45 ft to 75 ft at 8100 Bayou Lacroix Rd, Bay St. Louis, to continue operations while awaiting MDEQ permits. The commission also recommended approval of seven mini subdivisions, each with conditions including filing an affidavit of subdivision and certified survey. All decisions were unanimous, with some abstentions.

• Approved temporary variance for landfill height increase to 75 ft (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Robert & Felia Georges (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Jonathan & Chasity Rush (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (8-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (83-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Tellus 5X LLC (40-acre parcel) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of parcel combination for Tellus 5X LLC (27 acres into 2 parcels) (unanimous, Crawford abstained)
• Recommended approval of mini subdivision for Trenton Ladner (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on several financial items, including a $1,823,133.00 increase to the ARPA obligation for the Texas Flat Road Reconstruction project. The meeting also includes approval of Port & Harbor Commission claims totaling $488,045.11 and a two‑year lease with National Oceans and Applications Research Center for $14,910.72 annually. Additional items cover bid openings for county supplies, personnel hires, and equipment purchases.

• Motion to amend the ARPA obligation for Texas Flat Road Reconstruction to $1,823,133.00
• Acceptance of Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241209-01 for $488,045.11 in claims
• Lease agreement with National Oceans and Applications Research Center for $14,910.72 per year
• Purchase of ammunition from Precision Delta for $14,442.30 for the Sheriff's Department
• Hiring of Regina Rogers as a full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a wide range of items, including amending the MOU with the County Administrator to meet the December 31, 2024 ARPA expenditure deadline, accepting several roads into the county registry, and authorizing multiple purchases and personnel actions. All votes were unanimous, with one recusal on a poll worker payment item.

• Approved amendment to MOU with County Administrator for ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Accepted Lazy Oaks Trail, Lazy Oaks Way, Mo's Road, and Honey's Lane for county maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $55,385 purchase of 2024 Ford F150 for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved $14,442.30 ammunition purchase for Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved $35,537.86 turnout gear purchase for Kiln Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $26,350 payment for poll workers in Nov. 26 runoff (unanimous, Dist. 2 recused)
• Approved lease agreement with NOARC for $14,910.72 annually (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Regina Rogers as dispatcher and Jason Mosca as dog technician (unanimous)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board will meet to review financial statements and approve a payment docket. The board is also considering a rate adjustment for waste disposal based on the Consumer Price Index.

• Approval of docket dated December 9, 2024, in the amount of $353,703.38
• Proposed Waste Management CPI rate adjustment for disposal from $36.00 to $37.97
• Acceptance of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated November 21, 2024
• Execution of Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Planning Grant SWP065-M2

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Management Authority unanimously approved the December 9, 2024 docket totaling $353,703.38, accepted the November 21, 2024 financial statements, and spread on minutes a state planning grant. The board also accepted Waste Management of Mississippi's CPI rate adjustment for disposal (from $36.00 to $37.97, a 5.48% increase) and approved the November 2024 Waste Management invoice of $60,263.71. All votes were 7-0, with Director Mike Favre absent.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved docket of December 9, 2024 in amount of $353,703.38 (7-0)
• Accepted Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated November 21, 2024 (7-0)
• Spread on minutes Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Planning Grant SWP065-M2 (7-0)
• Accepted Waste Management CPI rate adjustment for disposal from $36.00 to $37.97 (7-0)
• Approved Waste Management invoice for November 2024 in amount of $60,263.71 (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution from the Port & Harbor Commission for claims totaling $1,563,921.69. They will also consider motions to purchase 50 Glock service weapons for $6,300, authorize a $53,490 road resurfacing contract, and accept animal shelter donations of $5,000 and $250. Additional items include budget amendments, a $1,852,919.85 docket of claims, and updates on stormwater, insurance, and emergency management.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241125-01 for claims of $1,563,921.69
• Approve purchase of fifty Glock model 47 service weapons for $6,300
• Approve subcontractor request of $53,490 for resurfacing Lakeshore Road
• Accept animal shelter donations: $5,000 from Industrial Corrosion Control, Inc. and $250 from Coastal Roadrunner Sams
• Approve budget amendment and docket of claims totaling $1,852,919.85

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider four applications for mini subdivisions in Kiln. The board will also review a site plan for a private outdoor recreation site in Pearlington.

• App# 792: Divide 9.96-acres from a 30-acre parcel on Sandy Hill Lane, Kiln
• App# 794: Divide 132-acres into 4 parcels on Hwy 43, Kiln
• App# 795: Divide 40-acre parcel into 2 parcels on Hwy 43, Kiln
• App# 796: Divide .46 acres from a +/- 6-acre parcel at 16058 W. River Dr., Kiln
• App# 797: Site Plan Review for walking trails and pavilions at 5033 Levee Ave., Pearlington

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss road registry changes, including abandoning a portion of J.C. Ladner Road and accepting several others for maintenance. The board will also approve contracts for road resurfacing, body armor, and various departmental expenses.

• Public Hearing: Consider changes to the Road Registry (abandon J.C. Ladner Road portion, accept Lazy Oaks Trail, Lazy Oaks Way, Mo's Road, Honey's Lane, Magnolia Ridge Drive, and Wicktom Road)
• Motion to approve construction of safety improvements at various locations (Federal Aid Project No. STP-0023-00(056)LPA / 106743-702000)
• Motion to approve purchase of Body Armor for Sheriff's Department ($6,249,950)
• Motion to approve purchase of paint ($15,840) and glass beads ($9,175.20) for Road and Bridge
• Motion to approve payment to poll workers for general election ($44,758)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will consider several routine items, including approval of the October 14, 2024 meeting minutes and a docket totaling $431,297.80. They will also accept the latest revenue and expense statement and balance sheet, and request a one‑year extension of the solid waste planning grant SWP065. Additional reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney will be presented.

• Approve minutes dated October 14, 2024
• Approve docket in the amount of $431,297.80
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 28, 2024
• Approve letter to MDEQ requesting a one‑year extension of solid waste planning grant SWP065
• Present reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review Application #789, a conditional use request by 3 River LLC/Palwinder Singh to operate a liquor store in an existing commercial building at 16387 Hwy 603, Kiln, currently zoned C‑1 Neighborhood Commercial. The commission will also consider Application #790, a mini‑subdivision request by Grace Property Management LLC/Irvin Green to divide 25 acres on Hoda Rd, Kiln (1500 ft west of C.C. Rd) into five parcels, currently zoned A‑1 General Agricultural. Additionally, Application #791, another mini‑subdivision request by the same applicant to split 3.69 acres at the same location into two parcels, also currently zoned A‑1 General Agricultural, will be discussed.

• Conditional use request for a liquor store at 16387 Hwy 603, Kiln (App #789)
• Mini‑subdivision of 25 acres into 5 parcels on Hoda Rd, Kiln (App #790)
• Mini‑subdivision of 3.69 acres into 2 parcels on Hoda Rd, Kiln (App #791)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on two Port & Harbor Commission resolutions: one for claims totaling $1,149,985.32 and another adopting the FY2025 budget amendment of $65,674,749. Additional items include approvals for safety‑improvement bids, grant agreements, personnel hires, and various purchases and fund transfers.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241028-01 for claims of $1,149,985.32
• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241028-02 adopting FY2025 budget amendment of $65,674,749
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for $62,970 for the Sheriff's Department
• Approve hiring of full‑time dispatcher Angela Freeman at $16.45 per hour
• Approve interfund transfers: $100,000 to Fleet Maintenance fund and $272,890.49 to USDA fund

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on two Port & Harbor Commission resolutions, one authorizing $1,820,433.54 for various projects and another for a $36,600 audit engagement. The agenda also includes a public hearing on road changes, several personnel and payroll adjustments, and approvals for specific contracts and payments. Additional items cover utility upgrades, E‑911 staffing, and a $12,110.12 heat‑pump system installation.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241014-01 for $1,820,433.54
• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20241014-11 for $36,600 audit engagement
• Approve $20,000 payment to Central Bank for Leetown VFD Engine 1 from insurance rebate
• Approve hiring of Mya Hartley as full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour
• Approve installation of Carrier Heat Pump System for $12,110.12

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special exception application for a classic car restoration and auto repair business located at 12495 Old Kiln Rd., Picayune, currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural. It will also consider a mini‑subdivision request to split a 7.6‑acre parcel on Firetower Rd., Kiln into four parcels. A second mini‑subdivision request seeks to split 2.9 acres from a 102‑acre parcel at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln. All three properties are presently zoned A-1 General Agricultural.

• App# 784 – Special exception for classic car restoration and auto A/C repairs at 12495 Old Kiln Rd., Picayune (parcel 043-0-07-007.001), zoned A-1 General Agricultural.
• App# 786 – Mini subdivision of a 7.6‑acre parcel on Firetower Rd., Kiln (parcel 061-0-02-022.000) into four parcels, zoned A-1 General Agricultural.
• App# 788 – Mini subdivision of 2.9 acres from a 102‑acre parcel at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln (parcel 053-0-05-005.000), zoned A-1 General Agricultural.

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will vote on routine items, including approving minutes from September 9, 2024. They will also approve a docket dated October 14, 2024 for $412,110.32 and accept the revenue, expense, and balance sheet statements dated October 3, 2024. Additional reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney will be heard before adjourning.

• Approve minutes dated September 9, 2024
• Approve docket dated October 14, 2024 for $412,110.32
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated October 3, 2024
• Hancock County SW Enforcement Officer Report
• Engineer Report

Board of Supervisors

The supervisors will consider a series of motions covering finance, procurement, personnel and grant matters. A key item is the repayment of $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans to the general fund. Other actions include a $1,213,079.09 Port & Harbor claim docket, a $37,900 purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for the Sheriff's Department, and several staffing hires and grant renewals.

• Approve repayment of $3,447,487.05 in interfund loans from multiple grant funds to the general fund
• Approve Port & Harbor Resolution #202240923-01 for claims totaling $1,213,079.09
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for $37,900 from Premier Ford of Waveland for the Sheriff's Department
• Approve hiring of Jena‑Rae Chasteen as a full‑time dispatcher at $14.85 per hour
• Approve renewal of Gulf Regional Planning Commission service agreements for McLeod Park bulkhead improvements, tidelands administration, and general planning

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will vote on motions to approve interfund loans totaling $3,447,487.05 for disaster and grant funds, approve several interfund transfers totaling over $3 million, and adopt the final budget amendments for FY 2024. Additional agenda items include bid openings, external business presentations, departmental reports, and routine supervisory business.

• Motion to approve interfund loans of $3,447,487.05 to Hurricane Zeta, Hurricane Ida, USDA, Solid Waste Assistance Grant, Fleet Maintenance, MDOT-Lakeshore Preservation Road, and MDOT-Seawall Concrete Barrier funds
• Motion to approve interfund transfers: $457,943.76 to MS GO Bonds Series 2021, $364,118.76 to Series 2017, $1,954,000 to the General fund, $733,077.63 to the Nate fund, $625,925.78 to the Zeta fund, $5,154.83 to the Ida fund, $47,269.78 to Stennis Airport Terminal, and $261,158.93 to the E911 Infrastructure fund
• Motion to approve the final budget amendments for FY 2024
• Bid openings (no specific details listed)
• External Business agenda items: Port & Harbor Commission, Jeff Loftus – GRPC, Bruce Newton – Digital Engineering

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several requests to divide parcels of land into smaller lots. Additionally, the board will discuss a request to relocate a mobile home on properties in the Bayside Park Subdivision.

• App# 782: Request to relocate a mobile home at 6100 E. Ridley St.
• App# 783: Request to divide a .75-acre parcel from a 2-acre parcel at 5300 Rd. 141
• App# 785: Request to divide a 1-acre parcel from a 5.2-acre parcel at 21366 Fenton Dedeaux Rd.
• App# 781: Request to divide a half-acre parcel from a 5.5-acre parcel at 16247 Hwy 603
• App# 765: Request to subdivide a 1-acre parcel into two pieces at 16227 W. River Dr.

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial approvals, including a $685,067.99 docket of claims and a $398,533.59 claim from the Port and Harbor Commission. The agenda also includes contract authorizations for grant consulting, vehicle tag purchases, and a road closure for a local parade. Additional items cover hazardous waste funding applications and software agreements for county departments.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240909-01 for $398,533.59 docket of claims (GO $213,776.33, RR $16,763.97, IP $51,286.66, AP $116,706.63)
• Approve Comptroller docket of claims for $685,067.99
• Approve purchase of two undercover tags for $32.00 for a 2024 Toyota 4 Runner and a 2024 Toyota Tundra
• Approve grant consultant contract $45,000 annually for the Family Treatment Court (SAMSHA grant budget)
• Approve closure of Beach Boulevard from Washington Street Pier to Main Street on Sep 25, 2024, 4:30‑6:30 p.m. for Bay High School Homecoming Parade

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $12 annual increase in solid waste pickup fees, from $180 to $192 per year, effective October 1, 2024, citing a CPI increase. The board also approved numerous routine items, including claims, contracts, personnel changes, and road work authorizations, all by unanimous vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved solid waste fee increase from $180 to $192/year (unanimous)
• Approved Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims $398,533.59 (unanimous)
• Approved $685,067.99 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved $1,718.53 repair quote for McLeod Park pickup (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000/year grant consultant contract for Family Treatment Court (unanimous)
• Approved $58,955 GOMESA bond request reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved paving Standard Dedeaux Ballfield parking lot for $7,234.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Beach Boulevard closures for Bay High parade and Crusin' the Coast (unanimous)

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider two motions to adopt the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, one excluding and one including the Emergency Management Agency Director's salary. The meeting also includes bid openings, external business presentations, and departmental and elected/appointed agenda items. Public comment and an executive session are scheduled before adjournment.

• Motion to approve FY 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, excluding EMA Director's salary
• Motion to approve FY 2024/2025 budget, including EMA Director's salary
• Bid openings
• External Business Agenda: Port & Harbor Commission, GRPC, Digital Engineering
• Departmental agendas: Emergency Management, E-911/Dispatch, Animal Shelter, etc.

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors approved the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget and tax levy, excluding the EMA Director's salary, and separately approved the budget including that salary. Both motions passed unanimously, with District 2 Supervisor Greg Shaw excused and District 4 Supervisor Scotty Adam recusing from the second vote. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved Resolution Adopting FY 2024/2025 Budget and Tax Levy, excluding EMA Director's salary (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024/2025 budget including EMA Director's salary (unanimous; Scotty Adam recused)

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board will meet to approve financial reports and a payment docket. The body is considering a 3.5% rate increase for waste collection services starting October 1, 2024.

• Approval of docket in the amount of $407,120.49
• Proposed 3.5% CPI rate adjustment for Coastal Environmental Services of LA for collection, carts, bulky waste, dumpsters, and roll offs
• Reimbursement of $22,234.32 for Management Plan Grant SWP065

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will present the proposed FY2024/2025 budget. A motion will be considered to distribute notice of a public hearing to Bay Saint Louis, Waveland, and Diamondhead. The public hearing is set for September 13, 2024 to adopt the budget and set tax levies. Additional items include bid openings and departmental reports.

• Public Hearing on September 13, 2024 to adopt FY2024/2025 budget and set tax levy
• Presentation of the proposed FY2024/2025 budget
• Motion to spread notice to Bay Saint Louis, Waveland, and Diamondhead about the public hearing
• Bid openings
• Next regular Board meeting scheduled for September 16, 2024

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on September 6, 2024, approving the agenda and spreading proof of publication for the FY2024/2025 budget public hearing. Two proposed budget additions—$3,000 for the County Agent and $3,500 for Madeline House Women's Shelter—were discussed but no action was taken. The next regular meeting is set for September 16, 2024.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved spreading proof of publication for budget public hearing (unanimous)
• No action taken on $3,000 County Agent budget addition
• No action taken on $3,500 Madeline House appropriation

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider three applications to divide existing land parcels into smaller lots. These requests involve properties in Kiln and Picayune.

• App# 780: Create two 20,376 sq. ft. parcels at 26285 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 781: Divide a half-acre from a 5.5-acre parcel at 16247 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 779: Divide a 2.9-acre parcel into four parcels at 23070 Rd 262, Picayune

The Hancock County Planning Commission recommended approval of two mini subdivisions (Brian Cuevas & Cheryl Cuevas and Osman Acosta & Yessica Fuentas) and tabled a third (Harry Frierson i/c/o Alison Family Trust) pending a complete survey. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved mini subdivision for Brian Cuevas & Cheryl Cuevas (unanimous)
• Approved mini subdivision for Osman Acosta & Yessica Fuentas (unanimous)
• Tabled mini subdivision for Harry Frierson i/c/o Alison Family Trust (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial and personnel motions, including accepting a $1,098,237.75 claims docket from the Port & Harbor Commission and approving contracts for drainage improvements. The Board will also authorize a $46,099.50 software agreement for the Sheriff’s Office and a $9,234.50 purchase of Barracuda Software for the IT Department. Announcements include upcoming public hearings on the FY 2024‑2025 budget and tax levies.

• Accept Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240826-01, Docket of Claims for $1,098,237.75 (breakdown: GO $124,942.93, RR $70,614.07, IP $591,426.90, AP $310,172.85, FAA $1,081.00).
• Accept Resolution #20240826-09 authorizing special contract pricing of wharfage and dockage with Jindal Tubular, LLC for a three‑year term beginning Oct. 1 2024.
• Approve purchase of Barracuda Software for $9,234.50 from Howard Technology Solutions for the IT Department.
• Approve two‑year agreement with Power DMS by NEOGOV for policy, training and time‑clock software for the Sheriff’s Office, amounting to $46,099.50, to be funded by drug seizure funds.
• Approve hiring and pay adjustments for E‑911 dispatch personnel, including hiring Shaena Ladner at $14.42/hr and raising pay for Christina Berry and Hallie Sherwood to $14.92/hr.

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $1.4 million docket of claims, a settlement agreement with MAC, LLC and BELLEAVANCE, LLC, and rejected all bids for the Arena Development Project. They also approved numerous contracts, personnel changes, and routine financial items.

• Approved $1,401,717.47 docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with MAC, LLC and BELLEAVANCE, LLC (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Hancock County Arena Development Project (unanimous)
• Approved $27,990.50 contract with Business Systems & Consultants for marriage book scanning (unanimous)
• Approved $46,099.50 two-year Power DMS software agreement paid from drug seizure funds (unanimous)
• Approved $1,098,237.75 Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims (unanimous)
• Approved special contract pricing with Jindal Tubular, LLC for wharfage/dockage (unanimous)
• Approved $9,234.50 Barracuda Software purchase for IT (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission's FY2025 budget and a $2.4 million docket of claims. The meeting includes several procurement approvals for the Sheriff's Office and EMS, as well as discussions on automotive repair facility nuisances on Hwy 90.

• Adoption of Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission's FY2025 Budget of $50,498,956
• Purchase of a 2024 Toyota Tundra for the Sheriff's Department for $52,312.25
• Approval of $2,402,915.75 for the Port and Harbor Commission's Docket of Claims
• Discussion of trash and debris at 5510, 5224, and 5154 Hwy 90 in Bay St. Louis
• Approval of the North Beach Boulevard Box Culvert Replacement project for Twin L. Construction

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Solid Waste Authority board will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of minutes from July 8, 2024, and a docket totaling $427,467.33. They will also accept the Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated August 5, 2024. Additional reports will be presented by the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney before adjourning.

• Approve minutes dated July 8, 2024
• Approve docket in the amount of $427,467.33
• Accept Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated August 5, 2024

General

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a contract for Firetower Road drainage improvements and approve a copier lease for the E-911 department. The meeting also includes routine agenda approvals and public comment.

• Award contract for Project 3.25 Firetower Road Drainage Improvements to Twin L Construction
• Approve 48-month copier lease for E-911 at $230.35 per month
• Spread certified bid tabulation for Firetower Road project on the minutes
• Spread certified proof of publication for Hancock County Arena Development on the minutes
• Amend overtime retroactive date for Sheriff Department exempt employees

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial actions, including approving a $644,803.34 resolution from the Port and Harbor Commission for July claims and authorizing a three‑year special contract with Sabic Innovative Plastics for wharfage and dockage. The board will also reallocate $680,587.09 to fund McLeod Park bulkhead improvements and approve multiple procurement contracts for patrol vehicle engines, pagers, a fence, a 2024 Toyota 4Runner, electric roll‑up door kits, and a camera system. Additional motions include hiring two full‑time dispatchers at $14.42 per hour and other staffing changes.

• Approve Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240722-01 for $644,803.34 claims
• Approve special contract pricing with Sabic Innovative Plastics US, LLC for wharfage and dockage (3‑year term)
• Reallocate $680,587.09 to FY23‑P610‑05 McLeod Park Bulkhead Improvements
• Purchase three patrol vehicle engines for $27,211.91 from Turan Foley
• Hire Brandy Danis and Savannah Valladares as full‑time dispatchers at $14.42 per hour

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two applications to create mini-subdivisions on agricultural parcels. Application 776 seeks to split 4.49 acres off a 16-acre parcel at 5084 Firetower Rd., Kiln. Application 777 proposes dividing a 9-acre parcel at 6310 Jordan Rd., Perkinston into two 4.5-acre parcels. The commission will also hear a discussion from Chester A. Travirca III regarding his combined parcel and a pending mini-subdivision request.

• App# 776 – Mini subdivision request for 4.49 acres at 5084 Firetower Rd., Kiln (currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural)
• App# 777 – Mini subdivision request to split a 9-acre parcel at 6310 Jordan Rd., Perkinston into two 4.5-acre parcels (currently zoned A-1 General Agricultural)
• App# 765 – Discussion by Chester A. Travirca III about his combined parcel and a mini-subdivision application

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will open and take under advisement sealed bids and proposals for the Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase II, and Emergency, Disaster, or Provisional Debris Removal and Disposal Services. The board will also review routine personnel changes, approve claims, and discuss several contracts and leases.

• Receive sealed bids for Bayside Park Drainage Improvements, Phase II until 10:00 AM
• Receive sealed proposals for Debris Removal and Disposal Services until 10:00 AM
• Approve $18,896.98 purchase of John Deere Gator for EMA from Sunsouth
• Approve $142,235.00 subcontractor request for Stennis Airport Road Overlay Project
• Approve closure of South Beach Boulevard from Terrace Street to Saint Joseph Street on September 1, 2024 for Waveland Labor Day Event

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Authority will consider approving a July 8, 2024, docket totaling $415,837.73. The board will also review the FY2024-2025 budget and recent financial statements.

• Approval of July 8, 2024, docket for $415,837.73
• Approval of FY2024-2025 budget (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025)
• Acceptance of June 2024 revenue and expense statements

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing bids for Lakeshore Road construction and Bayside Park drainage improvements. The agenda includes motions to reallocate various funds toward McLeod Park bulkhead improvements and approve several departmental personnel changes. A public hearing for property assessment objections is also scheduled for August 19, 2024.

• Bids for Lakeshore Road leveling and overlay construction
• Fund reallocations for McLeod Park Bulkhead Improvements
• $51,505.00 purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor
• New Drug Treatment Services contract with Tulane Addiction Medicine
• Release of $153,907.39 in road and bridge funds to the City of Diamondhead

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests to divide agricultural land into smaller parcels in Kiln. The agenda also includes applications for a new marina, a mini-mall, and a stationary food truck. One site plan review was postponed from June 6, 2024.

• Subdivision of 60 acres on Firetower Rd., Kiln into five parcels
• Subdivision of 11 acres at 6055 Cortez Court, Kiln into five parcels
• Subdivision of ~100 acres on Fenton Dedeaux Rd., Kiln into five parcels
• Conditional use for a restaurant, office, and retail mini-mall on Kapalama Rd.
• Conditional use and site plan for a stationary food truck on N Benville Rd.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider bids for Lakeshore Road construction and Bayside Park drainage improvements. Agenda items include personnel changes in the Sheriff's Office and Road Department, as well as budget discussions for the library system. The meeting also addresses various contract renewals and funding requests.

• Bids for Lakeshore Road leveling and overlay construction due July 1
• Port & Harbor Commission docket of claims totaling $1,062,623.02
• GOMESA Bond Request reimbursement of $357,137.18 from Hancock Bank
• CivicPlus contract renewal increase to $14,232.17
• Authorization for Firetower Road Drainage Improvements advertisement

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste Authority will review the budget for the period of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. The board will also consider approving a $423,369.48 docket and a rubbish bid from King Construction.

• Approval of June 10, 2024, docket in the amount of $423,369.48
• Acceptance of Class I and Class II Rubbish Bid from King Construction at $4.75 per cubic yard
• Review and approval of the budget for October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering several requests for mini subdivisions and conditional uses in Kiln and Bay St. Louis. These applications include dividing existing parcels into multiple lots and adding additional residences to certain properties. The agenda also includes a site plan review for a private marina.

• Mini subdivision at 17381 and 17341 Old Joe Moran Rd., Kiln
• Conditional use for a third residence at 7140 Gustine Rd., Kiln
• Site plan review for a 2-slip private marina at 5255 Pleasure St., Bay St. Louis
• Mini subdivision of 1.53 acres at 2125 Rd. 358, Kiln
• Conditional use for a fifth residential structure at 26421 Wolf Creek Rd., Kiln

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors is meeting to vote on a wide range of administrative, personnel, and financial items, including a $890,000 radio equipment purchase, ambulance service proposals, and storm recovery discussions. The agenda includes many routine approvals such as payroll, claims, and personnel changes, as well as several public hearings and contract awards.

• Award reverse auction for radio equipment to Comsouth Inc. for $890,000
• Discussion and potential motions on ambulance service proposals and contracts
• Settlement of eminent domain case Hancock County v. Sharpe for $116,025
• Approve $1,189,146 insurance renewal for Port and Harbor Commission
• Approve docket of claims for May 6, 2024, totaling $2,068,232.12

General

The Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting to discuss and consider motions regarding requests for proposals for Emergency Ambulance Services. The agenda also includes departmental and elected official reports.

• Emergency Ambulance Services Requests for Proposals

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing two land-use applications. These include a request to divide a 10-acre agricultural parcel and a site plan review for a cultivation facility.

• App# 760: Request by Irvin Templet d/b/a GI Construction to divide 10 acres at 11252 Old Kiln Rd. into 5 parcels
• App# 756: Site Plan review for Perilloux Farms of MS LLC for a cannabis cultivation facility at 6024 Addie Lane

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a $1.9 million bond payment and several service contracts. The meeting includes decisions on ambulance services, facility maintenance, and the designation of a neighborhood revitalization area.

• Wire transfer of $1,966,890.19 for the Gomesa Bond payment
• Contract for courthouse records recovery from Business Systems & Consultants, Inc. for $161,666.75
• Port and Harbor Commission claims in the amount of $1,523,685.19
• Resolution to declare Hancock County a Neighborhood/Revitalization Area
• Awarding of RFP for ambulance services for all of Hancock County

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Board of Directors will review the March 11, 2024 minutes and a $410,171.83 docket. The Administrator reports that bids for Class I and Class II Rubbish Contracts have been advertised.

• Approval of March 11, 2024 minutes
• $410,171.83 docket approval
• Acceptance of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated March 28, 2024
• Class I and Class II Rubbish Contract bid advertisement
• Bid opening scheduled for May 13, 2024 at 8:30am

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on land use exceptions and variances. The body will also review a site plan for a cannabis cultivation facility and a revised preliminary subdivision plan.

• App# 756: Site plan review for a cannabis cultivation facility at 6024 Addie Lane, Bay St. Louis
• App# 744: Revised preliminary plan for a 14-lot subdivision south of Nicola Rd., Kiln
• App# 754: Special Exception Use for a private family cemetery at 2350 Rocky Hill Dedeaux Rd., Kiln
• App# 753: Two-foot front yard variance for a home addition at 6151 Shawnee St., Kiln

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will open proposals for county-wide emergency medical care and ambulance services. The meeting includes various departmental procurement approvals and a hearing on hazardous properties.

• Life Safety and Hazardous Property hearing for 6048 Lark Street and 5454 7th Avenue
• Port and Harbor Commission security project purchase from State of the Art Systems for $161,251.00
• Purchase of two Nissan Rogues for the Sheriff's Department for $57,376.00
• Repair of Fire Pump System at Dedeaux Storm Shelter for $29,000.00
• Approval of a $3,503,823.85 docket of claims

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two applications. These include a request for a mini subdivision in Kiln and a revised site plan for an RV park in Bay St. Louis.

• App# 757: Mini subdivision request for 2442 and 2470 Kiln Delisle Rd.
• App# 758: Revised site plan for RV park expansion and beautification at 6130 Bayou LaCroix Rd.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several high-value contracts, including dump trucks and airport roof repairs. The body will also discuss road maintenance, tax exemptions, and the potential for a community garden at the Pearlington Library.

• Award of Kenworth Dump Trucks bid to TruckWorx for $1,380,000.00
• Two roof replacement contracts for Stennis International Airport with Coastal Roofing, LLC totaling $72,438.07
• Obligation of $100,000.00 for Firetower Road Storm Water construction
• Payment of $40,706.00 to poll workers for the March 12 Primary Election
• Proposed community garden on land next to the Pearlington Library

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board is meeting to approve financial reports and a payment docket. The board will also consider authorization to advertise for Class I and Class II rubbish and review an attorney's engagement letter regarding the King Landfill Plan Amendment.

• Approval of docket dated March 11, 2024, in the amount of $420,814.20
• Authorization to advertise for Class I and Class II Rubbish
• Attorney engagement letter for King Landfill Plan Amendment

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing three applications. These include site plan requests for new residential and commercial developments and a request to extend previously approved project timelines.

• App# 751: Site plan for 11 one-bedroom apartments, office/laundry building, and pole barn at 16185 Hwy 603, Kiln
• App# 752: Site plan for 3 metal buildings with 6 units each for a mini mall shopping center at 17077 Kapalama Rd, Pass Christian
• App# 755: 1-year extension request for RV park expansion and beautification projects at 6130 Bayou LaCroix Rd, Bay St. Louis

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a claims docket totaling $3,270,997.57 and review bids for dump trucks. The meeting includes decisions on various infrastructure projects, personnel changes, and a lease agreement for a corporate hangar.

• Claims docket for March 4, 2024, in the amount of $3,270,997.57
• Five-year lease agreement with Shell Offshore, Inc. for a corporate hangar at Stennis International Airport for $193,250.04
• Purchase of body armor for the Sheriff's Department for $8,288.61
• Purchase of 20 Draeger SCBAs for Post 58 VFD for $17,800
• Wire fence construction at Kiln Delisle Bridge via Southern Exteriors Fence Company for $5,300.00

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review various departmental requests, including port and harbor claims, emergency management renewals, and personnel changes. The agenda includes discussions on the Waveland Waterfront Improvements Project and road signage requests.

• Port & Harbor Commission Resolution #20240214-01 for $716,591.99
• Southern Fire emergency purchase order for $22,460.00
• Bayside Fire Department SCBA equipment payment of $6,552.48
• Animal Shelter donation from Industrial Corrosion Control, Inc. for $5,000
• Parks & Recreation Arena tractor repair quote for $9,047.25

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a site plan for a medical cannabis processing facility. The board will also consider three requests to divide agricultural parcels into smaller lots in Kiln.

• Site plan review for medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd.
• Request to divide 3-acre parcel on Rd. 432 into 2 parcels
• Request to divide 4.7-acre parcel on Firetower Rd at Deerwood Rd into 3 parcels
• Request to divide 5 acres from a 38.6-acre parcel on Firetower Rd at Kyle Rd

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Hancock County Regional Solid Waste board is meeting to approve financial records and a payment docket. The board will also receive reports from the enforcement officer, engineer, administrator, and attorney.

• Approval of docket dated February 12, 2024, in the amount of $409,370.49
• Approval of January 8, 2024 minutes
• Review of Statement of Revenue and Expense and Balance Sheet dated January 22, 2024
• Attorney report regarding Class I and Class II Rubbish

Board of Supervisors

The Board is deciding on several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Road Department. They will also discuss drainage improvements for Texas Flat Road, Pontiac Drive, and Bayside Park, and review a sports feasibility presentation.

• Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet 2500 HD Silverado for $63,990.00
• Purchase of Kubota Tractor for $16,399.18
• Purchase of Air Conditioner Unit for $12,026.84
• Purchase of Tag Readers for $9,608.00
• Life Safety and Hazardous Property hearings for 6048 Lark Street and 5454 7th Avenue

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change and a new 14-lot subdivision. The board will also consider a parcel division and a conditional use request for a liquor store.

• App# 742: Zoning change from A-1 General Agricultural to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial on Kapalama Rd.
• App# 744: Preliminary plan for a 14-lot subdivision south of Nicola Rd.
• App# 747: Request to divide a 3-acre parcel into 2 parcels on Rd. 432
• App# 748: Conditional use request for a liquor store at 16598 Hwy 603

Board of Supervisors

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors will review a $428,112.30 docket of claims for the Port and Harbor Commission and a $39,990 purchase of mitigation credits. The board is also deciding on several equipment purchases for the Tax Office and Sheriff's Department and reviewing updates for the Jordan River Sewer Project.

• Port and Harbor Commission claims in the amount of $428,112.30
• Purchase of a 2023 Nissan Rogue for the Tax Office for $29,405.00
• Metrix Solutions contract for body and car cameras totaling $46,236.44
• OnSolve renewal agreement for Emergency Management Agency at $8,618.40
• Neel-Schaffer, Inc. selection for Lakeshore Road Resurfacing Project inspection

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests to divide agricultural parcels into smaller lots. The board will also review a tabled site plan for a medical cannabis processing facility.

• App# 745: Request to divide a 2-acre parcel at 17341 Old Joe Moran Rd., Kiln into two .79-acre parcels
• App# 746: Request to divide a +/- 79-acre parcel on Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln into 5 parcels
• App# 743: Site plan review for a medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln

Hancock County E-911 Commission

The Hancock County E-911 Commission is meeting to review dispatch reports and approve personnel actions. The body will consider a software maintenance renewal and the hiring of a new full-time employee.

• ESRI ArcGIS maintenance renewal for April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025 for $2,330
• Hiring of January Tucker as full-time dispatcher at $14.42 per hour
• Reimbursement of $1,200 for four employees to attend Behind the Badge class

Hancock County Solid Waste Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve a payment docket and financial statements. The meeting includes the reappointment of the board attorney, administrator, and engineer. Members will also review a planning grant agreement modification.

• Approval of docket in the amount of $399,767.47
• Reappointment of Board Attorney, Board Administrator, and Board Engineer
• Execution of Hancock County Solid Waste Authority Planning Grant Agreement SWP065 Modification No. M-1
• Review of King SWMP Amendment Request

Hancock County Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review a site plan application. The request concerns a proposed medical cannabis processing facility in Kiln.

• App# 743: Site plan review for medical cannabis processing facility at 24310 Standard Cemetery Rd., Kiln

Board of Supervisors

The Board is meeting to appoint its 2024 leadership and re-appoint key county administrators and employees. The session includes voting on several interlocal agreements and approving claims totaling over $1.5 million.

• Approval of January 2, 2024 docket of claims for $1,512,617.07
• Acceptance of Port and Harbor Commission's December 28, 2023 claims for $2,137,406.14
• Contract for CodeRED emergency alerts for 2024 at a cost of $8,513.24
• Purchase of a mini excavator from Puckett Rents for $36,231.38
• Repair of Diamondhead Library by Hancock Plumbing for $8,700.00