Laurel public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Cannery Row project. The council will also consider several items including grant acceptance for Mason Park and construction awards for 3rd Avenue improvements.

• Public hearing regarding the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Cannery Row project
• Acceptance of a $5,000.00 grant from Masonite Corporation for pedestrian bridges at Mason Park
• Authorization to award construction for the 3rd Avenue ARPA Utility and Roadway Improvements Project
• Authorization to invite proposals for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) services
• Approval of a software purchase and three-year lease-purchase plan from Debt Book

City Council

The Laurel City Council is considering a resolution to authorize TIF bonds for infrastructure improvements at 402 Central Avenue. The agenda also includes re-advertising bids for the Joe Wheeler Avenue ARPA project and approving tourism consulting services. Additionally, the council will review FY 2024 annual bids and various lot cleaning assessments.

• TIF bonds for infrastructure at 402 Central Avenue
• Re-advertising bids for Joe Wheeler Avenue ARPA Utility and Roadway Improvements Project
• Tourism consulting services agreement with Amanda Roll
• Tax exemption application for Howard Industries, Inc.
• Lot cleaning assessments for ten properties

City Council

The Laurel City Council will consider an ordinance to amend ward boundaries due to a recent annexation on Highway 84 West. The agenda also includes zoning changes for properties in Ward 1 and Ward 4, and security alarm service contracts. Additionally, the council will review demolition assessments and budget amendments.

• Ordinance amending ward boundaries following annexation of 0.3 square miles on Highway 84 West
• Zoning change for 5 acres in Ward 4 from Light Industrial to Medium Density Residential
• Security alarm service contracts with Security Blanket, Inc. for the Visitor Center and LPD Narcotics Division
• Demolition assessments for properties including 911 S. 14th Ave. ($5,101.00) and 1707 S. 11th Ave. ($5,901.00)
• Bids for the Massey and Smyly WWTP Grating and Handrail Replacement Project

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple resolutions to conduct public hearings regarding overgrown, dilapidated, or unsecured properties. Additionally, the council will review items related to a digital marketing campaign, tourism reimbursements, and an annual city audit.

• Public hearing for 10 property locations including 125 S. 18th Ave. and 119 N. Maple St.
• Appeal hearing request for David Lopez regarding a tire and mechanic shop at 989 S. 13th Ave.
• Engagement of Holt & Associates for the annual city audit (Oct 1, 2022 – Sept 30, 2023)
• Digital marketing campaign contract with Compass Media
• Reimbursement to Economic Development Authority of Jones County for a tourism billboard

City Council

The Council will consider a Tax Increment Financing plan for commercial development and authorize several infrastructure projects. They will also review monthly budget and tax reports. Additionally, the council will set dates for hearings regarding multiple overgrown or dilapidated properties.

• Resolution of intent to adopt a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan
• Authority to award the Brown Street Drainage and Access Road Project
• Proposal for rehabilitation construction at 1109 South 16th Avenue
• Advertising bids for the Veterans Memorial Museum building addition
• Bidding authority for Joe Wheeler Avenue ARPA utility and roadway improvements

City Council

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding overgrown or dilapidated properties. The agenda also includes discussions on special exception renewals for local businesses and various city budget adjustments.

• Public hearing to address 24 properties with overgrown, dead, or diseased vegetation and dilapidated structures
• Resolution authorizing a memorandum of agreement with MDOT for the Completing Downtown Laurel RAISE Grant Project
• Special exception renewal for carryout eatery & catering at 609 W Jackson St.
• Special exception renewal for in-home beauty salon at 2935 Audubon Dr.
• Lot cleaning assessments totaling $1,555.00 across 11 properties

City Council

The council will consider annual budgeted appropriations for fiscal year 2024 and amendments to the 2023 budget. The agenda also includes a roadway improvement project on Central Avenue and several public hearings regarding property maintenance.

• Annual budgeted appropriations for FY 2024
• Central Avenue Phase II roadway and pedestrian improvements application
• Amendments to the H2O Innovation Operation & Maintenance, LLC contract
• Zoning change for 703 N 11th Ave from R-2 to C-2
• Public hearings regarding property cleanliness and dilapidation

City Council

The City Council approved emergency orders for equipment replacement at Plant 2 and authorized a software service agreement. The council also scheduled a public hearing for October 3, 2023, regarding 14 properties deemed a menace to public health, and held hearings for several other properties.

• Approved emergency order for Plant 2 master motor control center replacement (6-0)
• Approved emergency order for two high speed service pumps at Plant #2 (6-0)
• Approved updated Service Agreement with Digital Systems Management for Time and Attendance software (6-0)
• Set October 3, 2023 public hearing for 14 properties regarding uncleanliness (6-0)
• Adopted resolutions for public hearings on properties at 1104 N. 14th Ave., 2026 Old Bay Springs Rd., 1026 N. 4th Ave., 824 ½ S. 6th Ave., and 2223 N. 3rd Ave. (6-0)
• Adopted resolution for 2015 N. 5th Ave. with a 45-day extension (6-0)
• Zoning change request for 498 S 13th Ave failed due to lack of a motion
• Approved minutes from August 22, 2023 and Redistricting Public Hearing (5-1-1)

City Council

The City Council will discuss ward redistricting resulting from the annexation of 0.3 square miles along Highway 84 West. The council is also considering resolutions for public hearings regarding property cleanliness and dilapidation at several locations. Additionally, a future hearing date will be set to evaluate numerous properties for potential public health and safety risks.

• Presentation on ward redistricting following the annexation of 0.3 square miles along Highway 84 West
• Setting a September 19, 2023, public hearing date regarding multiple properties identified as unclean or dilapidated
• Resolutions for immediate public hearings on property conditions at locations including 25 Clark Dirt Pit Rd. and 1117 N. 15th Ave.
• Review of July 2023 monthly privilege tax reports and budget certifications

The City Council held a public hearing to present a preliminary plan for redistricting city wards following a 0.3 square mile annexation. Council also approved resolutions to conduct public hearings regarding several unclean properties and set a future hearing date for 26 additional properties.

• Approved Order to set September 19, 2023 public hearing for 26 properties regarding uncleanliness, unsecured, or dilapidated states (6-0)
• Approved resolution to conduct public hearing for 1130 N. 14th Ave (6-0)
• Approved resolution to conduct public hearing for 1507 Larry Dr (6-0)
• Approved resolution to conduct public hearing for 2006 N. 6th Ave (6-0)
• Approved resolution to conduct public hearing for 2016 N. 6th Ave (6-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 and August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved amended agenda deleting several property hearings and a presentation (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering resolutions to hold public hearings regarding several properties in Wards 1 through 6. These hearings will determine if specific locations are in a state of uncleanliness or dilapidation that threatens public health and safety.

• Proclamation for the 9U Laurel-Jones County All Stars Baseball team
• Setting a Sept. 5, 2023, hearing date for various unkempt properties and dead trees
• Public hearings regarding property cleanliness at 49 Marie Dr.
• Public hearings regarding property cleanliness at 1830 Lee St.
• Public hearings regarding property cleanliness at 984 S. 19th Ave.

The City Council approved resolutions to conduct public hearings for several properties regarding uncleanliness and dilapidation. Additionally, a date of September 5, 2023, was set for a public hearing concerning 18 different properties. Several other proposed property hearings were deleted from the agenda.

• Approved Order to set September 5, 2023 public hearing for 18 properties (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 49 Marie Dr. (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 1830 Lee St. (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 984 S. 19th Ave. (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at Lot N of 984 S. 19th Ave. (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 1132 N. 14th Ave. (7-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 923 Jeffrey Dr. (7-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering setting a date for the FY 2024 tax levy and budget public hearing. Additionally, the council will consider multiple resolutions to conduct public hearings regarding various properties suspected of being unclean or dilapidated.

• Setting August 22, 2023, as a potential date for property cleanliness public hearings
• Public hearing regarding property at 237 Stephens Ave. (Ward 1)
• Public hearing regarding property at 114 W. 23rd St. (Ward 4)
• Public hearing regarding property at 1115 Martin Luther King Ave. (Ward 4)
• Setting a date for the FY 2024 tax levy and budget public hearing

The City Council scheduled a public hearing for August 22, 2023, to review numerous properties for uncleanliness or dilapidation. The council also approved setting a date for the FY 2024 tax levy and budget public hearing. Additionally, resolutions were adopted to conduct immediate public hearings for several specific properties.

• Approved Order to set August 22, 2023 public hearing for 35 properties regarding uncleanliness/dilapidation (6-0)
• Approved Order to set a date and time for FY 2024 tax levy and budget public hearing (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution to conduct public hearing for 237 Stephens Ave (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution to conduct public hearing for 114 W. 23rd St (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution to conduct public hearing for 1506 N. 1st Ave (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution to conduct public hearing for 1627 Susie B. Ruffin Ave (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution to conduct public hearing for 2119 N. 3rd Ave (6-0)
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The council is considering resolutions to hold public hearings regarding several properties identified as unclean or dilapidated. This includes a proposal to set August 8, 2023, as a hearing date for many locations across various wards. These hearings aim to determine if the properties pose a menace to public health and safety.

• Proposed August 8, 2023, hearing for dozens of unkempt or dilapidated properties
• Public hearing consideration for 911 S. 14th Ave.
• Public hearing consideration for Lot S. of 114 S. 17th Ave.
• Public hearing consideration for 1015 N. 10th Ave.
• Public hearing consideration for 317 W. 17th Ave.

The City Council elected its leadership for the 2023-2024 term and approved several resolutions regarding property dilapidation and uncleanliness. The Council also scheduled a large-scale public hearing for August 8, 2023, to address numerous properties deemed a menace to public health.

• Elected Tony Thaxton as Council President (7-0)
• Elected George Carmichael as Council Vice President (7-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Set August 8, 2023 public hearing date for 44 properties regarding uncleanliness or dilapidation (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for property at 911 S. 14th Ave. (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for Lot S. of 114 S. 17th Ave. with a 30-day grace period (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 1015 N. 10th Ave. with a 30-day extension (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 317 W. 17th Ave. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider setting a public hearing date for multiple unkempt properties and conducting hearings on specific locations. The agenda also includes discussions on municipal growth consultation, police training, and various tax exemptions.

• Public hearing date of July 18, 2023, for several unkempt property locations
• Engagement letter with Carroll, Warren, & Parker, PLLC for municipal growth and potential annexation
• Police training for Shannon Caraway at an estimated cost of $654.56
• Homicide conference attendance for Mark Evans and Walter Blakeney at an estimated cost of $1,578.82
• Fingerprint Maintenance Contract renewal with HID Global.Com for $1,053

The City Council scheduled a public hearing for July 18, 2023, to determine if 44 listed properties are in a state of uncleanliness. Additionally, the Council adopted resolutions regarding several specific properties, including granting extensions for some owners to address violations.

• Approved order to set July 18, 2023 public hearing for 44 unkempt properties (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 32 Marie Dr. (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 12 Meadow Lane with a 45-day extension (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 1209 N 4th Ave. with a two-week extension (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 2 Lots S of 643 Cross St. (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for 516 Arco Lane (7-0)
• Deleted public hearing items for Lot S of 1669 Mississippi Avenue and 162 Chestnut Street (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple public hearings regarding properties deemed a menace to public health and safety. The agenda also includes requests for engineering service RFPs for water infrastructure projects and various city administrative orders.

• Public hearing set for July 5, 2023, regarding several dilapidated or unclean properties
• RFPs for engineering services for Joe Wheeler Avenue, 15th Avenue, and 3rd Avenue water infrastructure improvements
• Project activation request for the 12th Street Corridor and Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Second reading of an ordinance to close a portion of W 4th Street
• Variance request for four short-term rental units at 410 Central Ave

The City Council adopted an order to set July 5, 2023, as the public hearing date for 24 properties to determine if they are a menace to public health and safety. Several resolutions were also adopted to conduct immediate public hearings for specific properties in Wards 5, 6, and 7.

• Approved order to set July 5, 2023 public hearing for 24 properties (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 911 Martin Luther King Ave. (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 823 N 8th Ave. (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 835 S 6th Ave. (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 270 Burnt Bridge Rd. with 3-week extension (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 1005 Pierce St. (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing at 1031 Pierce St. (6-0)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding properties deemed a menace to public health or safety. The agenda also includes ratifying emergency sewer line repairs and discussing the sale of surplus city property.

• Public hearing for 17 unclean/unkempt properties scheduled for June 20, 2023
• Ratification of emergency sewer line repairs at Leontyne Price Blvd and Fernwood Drive
• Advertising bids for approximately 10 acres of surplus property on Bear Pen Creek Road
• Payment of $3,233.50 to Jose’s Body Shop for a police vehicle repair
• Approval of lot cleaning assessments ranging from $115.00 to $140.00

The City Council ratified emergency orders for sewer line repairs on Leontyne Price Blvd and Fernwood Drive. The council also scheduled public hearings for 17 properties regarding public health and safety concerns and approved payments for police vehicle repairs.

• Approved public hearing date of June 20, 2023, for 17 unclean/unkempt properties (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for public hearing on 1603 N 5th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for public hearing on 1009 N 8th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for 314 E Kingston St with a 30-day extension (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for 1024 Front St with a 2-week extension (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for public hearings on 508 Monroe St and 509 Sandy T Gavin Ave (5-0)
• Ratified emergency order for 12-inch sewer line repair at Leontyne Price Blvd (5-0)
• Ratified emergency order for 8-inch sewer main replacement on Fernwood Drive (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding properties deemed a menace to public health or safety. The agenda also includes decisions on citywide paving, drainage projects, and various tax exemption renewals.

• Public hearing for 18 unclean/unkempt or dilapidated properties
• Authority to award the 2023 Citywide Paving Project
• Brown Street Drainage Project compensation and certification
• Change Order No. 2 for the Central Avenue at 5th Avenue Roundabout Project
• Budget amendments to the FY 2023 budget

City Council

The council will conduct public hearings for several properties to determine if they pose a threat to public health and safety. Additionally, the council will consider a bid for the Daphne Skate Park construction and authorize police donations for tornado victims in Rolling Fork.

• Public hearings for properties at 3131 Cedar Lane Dr., 1516 N 3rd Ave, and 108 Chestnut St.
• Bid acceptance from Pillar Design Studios for Daphne Skate Park (Phase II) design and construction
• Acceptance of $5,500 in donations for the Softball Spring Recreation League
• Authorization for police to collect $2,624 and supplies for Rolling Fork tornado victims
• Setting a May 16, 2023, hearing date for 12 properties identified as unclean or dilapidated

The City Council approved a public hearing date of May 16, 2023, for 12 properties suspected of being public health and safety menaces. Additionally, the Council conducted public hearings for six specific properties on April 18. Other actions included accepting a design bid for the Daphne Skate Park and softball league donations.

• Approved public hearing date of May 16, 2023, for 12 properties (6-0)
• Approved resolutions to conduct public hearings for properties at 3131 Cedar Lane Dr., 1516 N 3rd Ave, 108 Chestnut St., 2322 Queensburg Ave, 2138 Pierce St., and 1205 McConkey Street (6-0)
• Accepted bid from Pillar Design Studios for Daphne Skate Park Phase II design and construction (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of $5,500 in donations for Softball Spring Recreation League (6-0)
• Adopted Order acknowledging receipt of Continuing Disclosure Statement filed by Butler Snow (6-0)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning change ordinances and a public hearing regarding unkempt or dilapidated properties. The agenda also includes decisions on demolition cost assessments, utility project closures, and various city budget items.

• Public hearing for six properties including 1202 N 3rd Ave and 711 Van Buren St
• Zoning change for 3434 Ellisville Blvd from R-2 to I-1
• Zoning change for 841 Masonite Dr from I-3 to C-2
• Demolition assessments for 359 Ellisville Blvd ($10,176.00), 524 E 15th St ($3,860.29), and 1044 N 2nd Ave ($8,363.90)
• Acceptance of low bid for rehabilitation at 972 Poplar Drive

The City Council approved two zoning changes and authorized demolition lot cleaning assessments for three properties. The council also approved a memorandum of easement with The Land & Timber Co. Inc. and closed out the Kimberly Katherine Drive improvement project.

• Approved zoning change for 3434 Ellisville Blvd from R-2 to I-1 (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for 841 Masonite Dr from I-3 to C-2 (6-0)
• Approved demolition assessments for 359 Ellisville Blvd ($10,101), 524 E 15th St ($3,785.29), and 1044 N 2nd Ave ($8,288.90) (6-0)
• Approved memorandum of easement with The Land & Timber Co. Inc. (6-0)
• Approved closure of Kimberly Katherine Drive Utility and Roadway Improvement Project (6-0)
• Approved $500 Laurel Police Department sponsorship for Salvation Army Red Shield Gala (6-0)
• Approved low bid for rehabilitation of 972 Poplar Drive (6-0)
• Set May 2, 2023 public hearing for six properties regarding uncleanliness or dilapidated states (6-0)

City Council

The Laurel City Council will consider ordinances amending the city's water rates and sewer rate schedules. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding several properties identified as dilapidated or unsightly. Additionally, the council will review a bid for the Boston Park Splash Pad project.

• Ordinance amendments for water rates and sewer rate schedules
• Zoning change for 3434 Ellisville Blvd from R-2 to I-1
• Bid acceptance for the Boston Park Splash Pad project
• $3,000 donation from Jones County Board of Supervisors for summer camp supplies
• Public hearings for various dilapidated properties

The City Council approved second readings of ordinances amending water and sewer rate schedules. The council also authorized several property-related public hearings and approved a bid for the Boston Park Splash Pad project.

• Approved water rate amendments (7-0)
• Approved sewer rate schedule amendments (7-0)
• Approved Boston Park Splash Pad project bid (7-0)
• Approved short-term rental exception for 624 W 12th St (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning change for 3434 Ellisville Blvd to I-1 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning change for 841 Masonite Dr to C-2 (7-0)
• Approved demolition assessments for 2023 and 2027 Ellisville Blvd (7-0)
• Approved $3,000 donation from Jones County Board of Supervisors for L.T. Ellis Center summer camp (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding water and sewer rates. Other items include a capital improvements loan for the Laurel-Jones County Visitor’s Center, property assessments for lot cleaning, and police department donations.

• Public hearing for building renovations at the Laurel-Jones County Visitor’s Center
• First reading of ordinances to amend water and sewer rate schedules
• Authorization for a 2023 City Wide Paving Project advertisement
• Acceptance of a $2,000 Walmart Community Grant for the Laurel Fire Department
• Lot cleaning assessments totaling $1,480 across various properties

The City Council authorized a Capital Improvements Loan for the Laurel-Jones County Visitor’s Center and approved first readings for ordinances updating water and sewer rates. The council also approved several police department requests and lot cleaning assessments.

• Approved Capital Improvements Loan for Laurel-Jones County Visitor’s Center renovations (6-0)
• Approved first reading of water rate ordinance (6-0)
• Approved first reading of sewer rate ordinance (6-0)
• Approved authority to advertise for 2023 City Wide Paving Project (6-0)
• Approved donation of K-9 Hank to Laurel Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $2,000 Walmart Community Grant for fire safety materials (6-0)
• Approved electrical bid from Lamar Mechanical Services for Veterans’ Museum (6-0)
• Approved lot cleaning assessments for eight properties (6-0)

City Council

The Laurel City Council will review monthly privilege tax and budget reports for January 2023. The meeting includes multiple public hearings to evaluate whether specific properties are in a state of dilapidation or uncleanliness that threatens public health. Additionally, the council may set a future hearing date for March 21, 2023, regarding various residential and commercial lots.

• Public hearings on multiple properties regarding cleanliness and dilapidation
• Setting a March 21, 2023, hearing date for several properties in Wards 4, 5, 6, and 7
• Review of January 2023 Privilege Tax reports
• Review of January 2023 Budget Certification
• Acceptance of a donation from H2O Innovations to the Recreation Department

The City Council approved resolutions to conduct public hearings regarding numerous dilapidated or unclean properties. The council also authorized several professional service agreements for infrastructure, including the Daphne Skate Park and a wastewater treatment plant project.

• Approved public hearing date of March 21, 2023, for 11 properties regarding health and safety (7-0)
• Approved resolutions for public hearings on 13 specific properties, including some with 30-day or 6-month extensions (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from H2O Innovations for youth sports programs (7-0)
• Approved request for qualifications for Daphne Skate Park Phase II design and construction (7-0)
• Authorized professional services for a Renewable Natural Gas project at Laurel Wastewater Treatment Plants (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Mrs. Read Diket to the Laurel Municipal Separate School District Board of Trustees (7-0)
• Ratified emergency order for clarifier drive repair at Smyly Wastewater Treatment Plant #2 (7-0)
• Approved application for Walmart Community Grant for fire safety materials (7-0)

City Council

The Laurel City Council is reviewing several grant applications for public safety and park improvements. The agenda also includes decisions on zoning variances, engineering contracts, and budget amendments.

• Application for the Office Against Interpersonal Violence (OAIV) Grant of $45,323.50
• Funding for Mason Park playground equipment replacement
• Engineering services contract with Neel-Schaffer for wastewater treatment plant improvements
• Zoning variance for a duplex at 122 E Kingston St
• Rejection and re-advertisement of bids for the 2019 Home Grant construction

The City Council approved several resolutions related to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and administrative standards. The council also granted zoning variances and special exceptions for local businesses and approved various city travel and budget amendments.

• Approved CDBG resolutions for fair housing, anti-displacement, and minority business goals (6-0)
• Approved $45,323.50 Office Against Interpersonal Violence Grant for Police Department (6-0)
• Approved zoning variance for duplex construction at 122 E Kingston St (6-0)
• Granted one-year special exception renewals for a snack stand, two daycares, and a car dealership (6-0)
• Approved lot cleaning assessments for nine properties ranging from $115 to $195 (6-0)
• Approved bid for Lindsey Dr Sewer Project and surplus property PPIN #33880 (6-0)
• Authorized funding application for Mason Park playground equipment (6-0)
• Set public hearing for March 7, 2023, regarding dilapidated properties at 202 Walters Ave and 830 S 6th Ave (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing resolutions for public hearings regarding several unkempt or dilapidated properties. The agenda also includes decisions on closing out utility improvements and accepting a backhoe bid.

• Resolution to reject the KC Park & Boston Park Splash Pad project bid and re-advertise with reduced scope
• Accepting a bid for a Backhoe for the City Sewer Department
• Closing out the 16th Avenue Utility and Roadway Improvements
• Setting February 21, 2023, for public hearings on various unkempt properties
• Ordinance to close an alley in the Beta Addition

The City Council scheduled a public hearing for February 21, 2023, to determine if 44 specific properties are unclean or dilapidated. The Council also approved several resolutions regarding property maintenance, infrastructure closeouts, and equipment procurement.

• Set Feb 21 public hearing for 44 properties regarding uncleanliness or dilapidated state (7-0)
• Approved resolutions to conduct public hearings for 11 specific properties (7-0)
• Approved 2-week extension for public hearing resolution for 612 Masonite Dr. (7-0)
• Approved rejecting KC Park & Boston Park Splash Pad bid to re-advertise for Boston Park only (7-0)
• Approved closeout of 16th Avenue Utility and Roadway Improvements (7-0)
• Approved bid for City Sewer Department backhoe (7-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance to close alley in Block 18 of Beta Addition (7-0)
• Re-appointed Clinton Drummer Jr. to Civil Service Commission as Ward 5 representative (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing Lisa Cochran to the Planning Commission. They will also review a truck lease agreement with WastePro and travel authorization for the City Clerk.

• Appointment of Lisa Cochran to the Planning Commission
• Truck lease agreement between the City and WastePro
• Travel authorization for City Clerk Mary Ann Hess
• Approval of the January 3, 2023, claims docket

The City Council approved a truck lease agreement with WastePro and appointed Lisa Cochran to the Planning Commission. The council also authorized travel for city staff and approved the claims docket.

• Appointed Lisa Cochran as At-Large Representative to the Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved truck lease agreement with WastePro (7-0)
• Approved travel for City Clerk Mary Ann Hess to attend IIMC Executive Board meeting (7-0)
• Approved travel for Yolanda Powe to attend MMVCA Meeting at an estimated cost of $489.00 (7-0)
• Approved the Claims Docket (7-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 (7-0)