Pearl public meetings in 2023

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen are reviewing several financial authorizations, including a potential $1.25 million loan for a fire truck. The meeting includes discussions on public hearings for property conditions, conditional use permits, and an urban renewal plan.

• Resolution for a fire truck loan not to exceed $1,250,000.00
• Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. sewer rehabilitation bid of $2,876,455.00
• Clear River Construction Co., Inc. payments for City Park Improvements ($51,752.43) and Soccer Concessions ($9,031.58)
• Public hearing for a cannabis retail dispensary at 2612 Highway 80 E
• Payment to the City of Flowood of $300,000.00 for East Metro Corridor construction

The Board approved a $2,876,455.00 contract to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. for Grandview Heights Sewer Rehabilitation. The Board also adopted the City's Urban Renewal Plan and approved various software renewals and public safety equipment purchases.

• Awarded $2,876,455.00 sewer rehabilitation contract to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc.
• Adopted the Urban Renewal Plan for the City of Pearl
• Approved $17,910.00 for 6 sets of firefighter turn-out gear
• Approved $8,725.00 for 3 new rifles and $11,050.00 for ammunition
• Approved $51,752.43 payment to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements
• Approved $9,031.58 payment to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for Soccer Concessions
• Set Jan 2, 2024 public hearings for a home painting business and a cannabis retail dispensary
• Approved baseball and softball registration fees for Jan 2024 ($50 Tee Ball, $95 Baseball/Softball)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including an $8 million bond sale for public improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on a $1.5 million loan for a new firetruck and various construction payments. Additionally, the board will review a conditional use permit request for a vehicle reconditioning business.

• Approval of $8,000,000.00 General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds
• Resolution for a loan up to $1,500,000.00 to purchase a firetruck
• Conditional Use Permit request for vehicle reconditioning at 133 Paul Truitt Lane
• Payment of $155,806.38 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for park improvements
• Resolutions to assess costs for property demolition and maintenance

The Board of Aldermen approved resolutions to invoke urban renewal authority and designate urban renewal plans. The board also authorized several infrastructure payments, including $605,000 for an LED energy savings project and $155,806.38 for city park improvements.

• Approved $605,000 payment for LED Energy Savings Project
• Approved $155,806.38 payment to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements
• Approved resolution to invoke Urban Renewal authority
• Approved resolution designating urban renewal plans and projects
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for vehicle reconditioning business at 133 Paul Truitt Lane, Suite G
• Approved $106,281.50 software maintenance renewal for Tyler Technologies
• Approved $88,557.61 estimate for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Continued public hearing for 239 Reynolds Street to December 5, 2023

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Pearl Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several infrastructure payments and service agreements. This includes a large payment for the LED Energy Savings Project and contracts for water and sewer improvements. The board will also hold public hearings regarding property maintenance and a conditional use permit request.

• $488,885.00 payment to PATH Company for the LED Energy Savings Project
• Agreement with Securix Mississippi, LLC for a crime reduction program
• $95,680.10 payment for the SRF Water System Improvements Project
• Purchase of four new License Plate Reader cameras for $26,765.00
• Public hearing for a vehicle reconditioning business at 133 Paul Truitt Lane

The Board approved several contracts and payments for water, sewer, and energy projects. Two properties were adjudicated as public health menaces, and a public hearing was set for a vehicle reconditioning business permit.

• Approved $488,885.00 payment to PATH Company for LED Energy Savings Project
• Approved $95,680.10 payment to Heflin Engineering and Hemphill Construction for SRF Water System Improvements
• Approved $26,765.00 for 4 LPR mobile cameras from Insight LPR LLC using Police Seizure Fund
• Adjudicated 720 Old Whitfield Road and 3352 Harle Street as public health menaces with $1,500 penalties
• Approved $31,827.31 invoice for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Bridge Project
• Approved $5,500.00 for outdoor siren maintenance to Joe Goddard Enterprises, LLC
• Set Nov. 7 public hearing for vehicle reconditioning permit at 133 Paul Truitt Lane
• Adopted Patrick Farms Phase Ten final plat

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several payment authorizations for city projects, including road paving and sidewalk construction. The meeting includes public hearings regarding conditional use permits and property maintenance assessments.

• Purchase of Motorola mobile/portable radios for $1,070,745.30
• Payment to T. L. Wallace Construction Co. for $170,561.06 for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Payment to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for $19,072.88 for Soccer Concessions
• Conditional Use Permit request from Tractor Supply Company at 5760 Highway 80 E
• Conditional Use Permit request from NuGen Labs Inc at 185 Country Place Parkway

The Board approved a $1,070,745.30 purchase of Motorola radios for public safety and awarded an engineering contract for the N. Pearl Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation Project. They also granted Conditional Use Permits for a Tractor Supply Company store and a NuGen Labs cannabis testing laboratory, and amended the city's Official Zoning Map. Several payments for ongoing construction and engineering projects were authorized, including $170,561.06 for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge.

• Approved $1,070,745.30 purchase of Motorola radios for public safety
• Awarded engineering contract for N. Pearl Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation to Pickering Firm Inc.
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Tractor Supply Company at 5760 Highway 80 E
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for NuGen Labs Inc. cannabis testing lab at 185 Country Place Parkway
• Amended Official Zoning Map and Zoning Language
• Amended Subdivision and Development Ordinance
• Approved $170,561.06 payment for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Approved $19,072.88 payment for Parks & Recreation Soccer Concessions (5-2 vote)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider a request for a dimensional variance. The request involves building a 1500 sq. ft. detached garage at 4303 Lakeshore Drive.

• Dimensional Variance request: 1500 sq. ft. detached garage at 4303 Lakeshore Drive

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a request for a dimensional variance to allow the construction of a 1,500 sq. ft. detached garage. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved dimensional variance for 1,500 sq. ft. detached garage at 4303 Lakeshore Drive (5-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several city contracts, including a $9.1 million bid for fire stations and various infrastructure payments. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding residential variances, conditional use permits, and property maintenance assessments.

• $9,120,000.00 base bid to Thrash Construction for Central Fire Station and Fire Station No. 5
• $1,212,280.13 payment to AJ Construction Company for the Road Overlay Project
• $283,330.00 payment to PATH Company for the LED Energy Savings Project
• Public hearing for a detached building variance at 4303 Lakeshore Drive
• Public hearing for a Cannabis Testing Laboratory at 185 Country Place Parkway

The Board approved several infrastructure and equipment payments, including a water infrastructure contract and LED project fees. Two public hearings resulted in one denied home business permit and one approved carport variance. The Board also scheduled public hearings for a cannabis testing lab and a Tractor Supply Company store.

• Awarded water infrastructure engineering contract to Pickering Firm Inc.
• Approved $14,371 purchase of door access control equipment for Senior Services building
• Approved $283,330 payment to PATH Company for LED Energy Savings Project
• Approved $43,443.04 invoice for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Approved $85 registration fee for 2024 basketball season (ages 5-12)
• Approved dimensional variance for detached garage at 4303 Lakeshore Drive
• Denied conditional use permit for home-based inflatable business at 367 Mary Ann Drive (5-2)
• Approved carport setback variance at 238 Greer Drive (5-2)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider a resolution to authorize up to $8,000,000 in General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds. The meeting also includes discussions on vehicle purchases, infrastructure payments, and upcoming public hearings for land use permits.

• $8,000,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds issuance
• $571,977 payment to Enterpgy Mississippi LLC for LED Energy Savings Project fixtures
• $672,012.13 payment to T. L. Wallace Construction for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector
• Purchase of 2022 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman for $29,527.00
• Purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for $58,900.00

The Board of Aldermen adopted the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023. Other actions included approving several police equipment purchases and a conditional use permit for a church. The board also adjudicated grass-cutting costs for six properties.

• Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year Oct 1, 2023 - Sept 30, 2024 (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved conditional use permit for Journey Church MS Inc. at 339 Cross Park Drive
• Approved $672,012.13 payment to T. L. Wallace Construction for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector
• Approved $571,977 invoice from Entergy Mississippi LLC for LED Energy Savings Project fixtures
• Approved $58,900 purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe from Police Seizure Fund
• Approved $3,400 donation to Pearl Futbol Club for skills sessions
• Approved $6,245.00 for K-9 vehicle kennel and hot-dog system
• Adjudicated grass-cutting costs for properties at 2632 Old Brandon Rd, 145 Greer Dr, 207 Johnson Ave, 115 Belaire Dr, 3704 Old Brandon Rd, and 221 Lagail Dr

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider adopting resolutions to fix the ad valorem tax levies for the City of Pearl and the Pearl Public School District. These resolutions establish the millage rates for real and personal property taxes for the upcoming fiscal year.

• City of Pearl tax levy: 27.50 mills (10.65 mills to General Fund; 16.85 mills to City Debt)
• Pearl Public School District tax levy: 58.70 mills (51.80 mills to School Maintenance Fund; 6.90 mills to 2016 Special Obligation School Bond)

The Board of Aldermen approved the ad valorem tax levies for both the City of Pearl and the Pearl Public School District. Both resolutions stated there is no tax increase.

• Approved City of Pearl ad valorem tax levy at 27.50 mills (5-0)
• Approved Pearl Public School District ad valorem tax levy at 58.70 mills (5-0)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider various payments for city projects, including park improvements and fire station engineering. The meeting includes public hearings regarding a medical cannabis dispensary and property maintenance violations.

• Payment of $46,461.42 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements Phase II
• Financing for 50 EZGO gas fleet golf carts totaling $255,000
• Payment of $377,000.00 to PATH Company for the LED Energy Savings Project
• Public hearing for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3139 Greenfield Road
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit for Journey Church MS Inc. at 339 Cross Park Drive

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several large expenditures, including a $1.77 million payment for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding property maintenance and a proposed medical cannabis dispensary.

• Payment of $1,778,320.78 to T. L. Wallace for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Conditional Use Permit hearing for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3139 Greenfield Road
• Resolution requesting $10,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure needs
• MOU for US Highway 80 lighting improvements not to exceed $1,500,000
• Public hearing for an express tunnel car wash on South Pearson Road

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review multiple consent agenda items, including equipment purchases and service agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an accessory building and a scheduled hearing for a proposed car wash.

• $395,000 for project management of the LED Lighting Installation Project
• $136,233.96 final invoice for SE Sanitary Sewer Improvements Phase I
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit for a metal accessory building at 3512 Longstreet Drive
• Proposed public hearing for an Express Tunnel Car Wash on South Pearson Road
• $39,217.84 for engineering services on the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project

The Board of Aldermen approved a wide-ranging consent agenda including police equipment, park maintenance tools, and road projects. A conditional use permit for a metal accessory building was granted following a public hearing. The board also scheduled a future hearing for a proposed car wash.

• Approved $395,000 for LED Lighting Installation Project management (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $39,217.84 for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project engineering (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $136,233.96 for SE Sanitary Sewer Improvements Phase I (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $9,999.95 for a Tiger Cat mower for Parks and Recreation (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $11,789.00 for a Cushman Hauler for the golf course (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $10,000.00 for an RG-31 Military Personnel Carrier from State Surplus (Consent Agenda)
• Granted Conditional Use Permit for a 40x60 metal accessory building at 3512 Longstreet Drive (5-2)
• Set public hearing for August 1, 2023, regarding an Express Tunnel Car Wash on South Pearson Road (Consent Agenda)

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several construction contracts, including a signal modification project and sewer work. The meeting also includes an oath of office for Fire Chief Todd Burkes and discussions on property maintenance assessments.

• Award $559,584.55 to Powell Construction Services, Inc. for Signal Modification Project
• Approve $313,764.32 payment to T. L. Wallace Construction for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Project
• Approve $144,389.74 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for SE Sanitary Sewer Phase I
• Approve $59,864.57 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements
• Approve $27,190.00 for a John Deere bush hog mower for the golf course

The Board approved a series of consent agenda items including infrastructure projects, equipment purchases, and property maintenance assessments. The board also accepted the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit and scheduled a public hearing for a conditional use permit.

• Approved $559,584.55 contract to Powell Construction Services, Inc. for Signal Modification Project
• Approved $313,764.32 payment to T. L. Wallace Construction for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Project
• Approved $144,389.74 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for SE Sanitary Sewer Phase I
• Approved $27,190.00 purchase of a John Deere bush hog mower for the golf course
• Approved $9,620 donation to the Pearl Community Theatre
• Approved tax exemption applications for Trustmark National Bank, Crown Homes of Mississippi, and Ray Enterprises, LLC
• Approved disposal of surplus police department firearms via public auction
• Accepted the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit by Angela T. Herzog, Grantham Poole

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several construction payments, equipment purchases, and software renewals. The meeting includes public hearings for conditional use permits and property maintenance issues.

• Payment of $54,075.73 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements
• Purchase of three Kubota KX057-5R3A excavators totaling $150,030.59
• Payment of $148,303.50 to Hemphill Construction Company for the SE Sanitary Sewer Project
• Public hearing for a self-storage facility conditional use permit at Country Place Parkway
• Public hearing for a convenience store conditional use permit at 643 S. Pearson Road

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several major infrastructure contracts, including a $1.94 million water project and $249,700 in emergency well repairs. The meeting includes public hearings regarding zoning amendments and conditional use permits for a summer camp and a self-storage facility. The Board will also address property maintenance assessments and various municipal service approvals.

• Award $1,942,000.00 contract to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. for FY21 Water Distribution Improvements
• Authorize $249,700.00 emergency repairs to Hillendale Well by Griner Drilling Service Inc.
• Approve $49,399.63 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements Phase II
• Public hearing for conditional use permit for self-storage at Country Place Parkway
• Public hearing for conditional use permit for a convenience store at 643 S. Pearson Road

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several infrastructure payments and contract approvals. The meeting includes setting public hearings for new business permits and discussing a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Approval of $48,980.78 invoice for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Approval of $364,735.67 contractor estimate for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Public hearing for Brighter Days Adult Day Care, LLC at 309 Airport Rd, Ste B
• Public hearing for Precision Auto & Diesel Performance, LLC at 2025 Executive Drive
• Rejection of all construction bids for the Traffic Signal Modification project

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several infrastructure and equipment requests, including sewer rehabilitation and new police K-9 vehicle purchases. The meeting includes a public hearing for a conditional use permit for a mortuary and a discussion regarding a special election for the Ward 5 Alderman vacancy.

• Award recommendation to Hemphill Construction Company for Grandview Heights Sewer Rehabilitation
• Purchase of a 2023 F150 truck for the K-9 unit for $48,500.00
• Purchase of wheels and tires for three Ford F250 trucks for $9,600.00
• Purchase of multiple sewer easements totaling $5,000.00 and one for $700.00
• Public hearing for a conditional use permit for a mortuary/crematory at 4327 Old Brandon Road

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several construction payments and contract approvals. The meeting includes discussions on fire station design costs and a potential public hearing for a new mortuary facility.

• Approval of $458,574.50 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for SE Sanitary Sewer Project Phase I
• Approval of $374,570.15 payment to T. L. Wallace Construction Company for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Budget increase of $150,000.00 for Central Fire Station and Fire Station #5 planning
• Payment of $98,250.00 to WBA for design and cost estimates for fire stations
• Public hearing set for May 2, 2023, regarding a conditional use permit for a mortuary at 4327 Old Brandon Road

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several insurance agreements, infrastructure purchases, and new subdivision plats. The meeting also includes discussions on city equipment disposal and traffic signal upgrades.

• Emergency purchase of library Unit 6 replacement from Pure Air Consultants for $13,372.00
• Purchase of a double gate for Parks and Rec dumpster enclosure for $8,302.00
• Advertising for bids on traffic signal upgrades to Hwy 468/US 49 and Hwy 468 at Phillips Lane
• Approval of preliminary plats for The Hallows, Shadow Ridge, and Caney Creek subdivisions
• Payment to Harcros Chemicals for Chlorine in the amount of $14,560.00

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several financial approvals, including construction estimates for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Project. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a potential zoning ordinance amendment and a scheduled hearing for property at 4323 Nancy Street.

• Contractor’s Estimate #8 of $866,525.14 for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Project construction
• Hemphill Construction Company invoice of $265,228.60 for SE Sanitary Sewer Project Phase I
• Public hearing on April 4, 2023, regarding property at 4323 Nancy Street
• $6,850.00 contract to Couch Tree Service for cutting 21 trees at Office Depot and Highway 80
• Public hearing to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a special called meeting to discuss two items. The board will consider a resolution to extend hotel, motel, and restaurant gross proceeds taxes and enter an executive session regarding baseball stadium negotiations.

• Resolution to request a 4-year extension of a 3% hotel and motel tax
• Resolution to request a 4-year extension of a 1% restaurant tax
• Executive Session to discuss baseball stadium negotiations

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several consent agenda items including construction payments and software purchases. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a structure at 2521 Highway 80 and a tax exemption request from Nissan North America, Inc.

• Payment of $80,554.52 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for City Park Improvements
• Payment of $13,754.91 to Clear River Construction Co., Inc. for soccer concessions
• Request for $25,108.20 to install emergency equipment in five new fire department vehicles
• Purchase of MP Web Enterprise Software for $7,680.00
• Donation of $6,600 to the Pearl Community Theatre

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider various city contracts, property assessments, and equipment purchases. The meeting includes public hearings regarding two rezoning requests and an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance.

• Payment of $108,863.33 to Jefcoat Construction, LLC for City Park Improvements Phase II
• Payment of $64,937.31 to Water Company of America – ISI Water Company for billing reviews
• Purchase of Force Flow Model # Dr80-Electronic Scales for $71,800.00
• Public hearing for rezoning 1.13, 1.12, and 1.22 acre tracts on Highway 468 to C-3 Highway Commercial
• Public hearing for rezoning MS Developers LLC parcels from R-E to R-1

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several construction payments and contract approvals. The meeting includes public hearings regarding rezoning requests and municipal ordinance amendments.

• Contractor estimate of $646,957.64 for Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project
• Public hearing for MS Developers LLC rezoning request from R-E to R-1
• Payment of $202,252.15 for SE Sanitary Sewer & CDBG Project
• Resolution for an Energy Efficiency Lease Purchase Agreement
• Professional services agreements for Pearl Day entertainment

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will review several financial authorizations, including a resolution for an $8 million bond issuance for municipal buildings and fire equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on sewer projects, sidewalk construction applications, and property rezoning.

• Resolution to authorize General Obligation Bonds up to $8,000,000 for municipal buildings and fire equipment
• Resolution for a loan agreement with Mississippi Development Authority up to $1,250,000 for a fire truck
• Public hearing for rezoning 3.48 acres on Highway 468 from Agricultural to Highway Commercial
• Payment of $249,869.00 to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. for SE Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Payment of $63,044.37 to Pickering for the Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector Bridge Project

Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider several large construction estimates and various city expenditures. The meeting includes setting public hearings for zoning amendments and property maintenance issues, as well as declaring several items as surplus property.

• Pearl-Richland Intermodal Connector project estimates totaling $2,539,559.88
• Zoning amendment public hearing set for February 7, 2023
• Jefcoat Construction, LLC payment of $16,792.50 for City Park Improvements
• Purchase of firefighter turnout gear for $25,704.00
• Rezoning request by MS Developers LLC for multiple parcels