Vicksburg public meetings in 2021

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen scheduled a special meeting for December 28, 2021. The agenda includes an executive session regarding a personnel matter within the Police Department.

• Executive Session: Personnel Matter - Police Department (ID-21-1346)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special meeting and unanimously approved a 15-day suspension of a police investigator, effective December 27, 2021, for violating PPM Rule 5.01 Use of Force 1.3.2 Necessary Force. The investigator must also complete a 45-day probation and a mandatory anger management class before returning to work. The board went into executive session to discuss the personnel matter and approved all items taken up in that session.

• Approved suspension of a police investigator for 15 days, effective Dec 27, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 45-day probation and mandatory anger management class for the investigator (unanimous)
• Approved all items taken up in executive session (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider transferring funds from various accounts, including $310,998.77 for a bridge project, into the Water & Gas Account. They will also authorize several contracts with organizations using American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Additionally, the agenda includes paramedic policy updates and personnel actions.

• Transfer of $310,998.77 from ERBR Kemp Bottom Road Bridge Project Account to Water & Gas Account
• Authorization of ARPA contracts for Lifting Lives Ministries, Inc., Mountain of Faith Ministries, Inc., and others
• Continuation of State of Emergency for sewer line repair at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approval of $85.00 sale for a surplus police badge

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved consent agenda items, including personnel actions, fund transfers, and a surplus badge sale. They also approved routine agenda items, including ARPA funding contracts with five organizations, fire department paramedic tier system and job descriptions, and a debt collection resolution. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel matters and approved a five-day suspension for a Gas Department laborer.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, fund transfers, and surplus badge sale (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit debts to Mississippi Intercept Company for collection (3-0)
• Approved revised fire department tier system and paramedic job descriptions (3-0)
• Adopted resolution on work hours for newly hired part-time paramedics (3-0)
• Adopted part-time paramedic fatigue policy (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute ARPA contracts with Lifting Lives Ministries, Mountain of Faith Ministries, Step by Step Performing Arts Academy, We Care Community Services, and Vicksburg Convention Center (3-0)
• Accepted proposal and authorized PPM Consultants for facility site inventory and audit (3-0)
• Approved suspension of Gas Department laborer for 5 days effective Jan 3, 2022 (3-0)

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a resolution to issue up to $8,660,000 in general obligation bonds to refinance existing city debt. The agenda also includes approving police equipment purchases and allocating matching funds to the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation.

• Resolution for up to $8,660,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Police department requisitions for radar systems, rearview mirrors, and a camera tag reader
• Allocation of $17,500 in matching funds to the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation
• Receipt of sealed bids for two 2023 Type III ambulances
• Authorization of an $8,670,000 tax-term loan commitment letter

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution to issue up to $8,660,000 in general obligation refunding bonds to advance refund a portion of the city's 2018 bonds, and authorized related agreements with Stephens, Inc., Regions Capital Advantage, and Regions Bank. The board also approved consent agenda items including police equipment requisitions totaling $33,395.50, a $17,500 matching fund allocation for the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation, and received a bid for two ambulances. In executive session, the board approved a 30-day extended medical leave, two police pay adjustments, and a 24-hour suspension for a Firefighter/Ambulance III, but took no action on a sewer department suspension.

• Adopted resolution authorizing up to $8,660,000 GO refunding bonds (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Private Placement Agreement with Stephens, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Commitment Letter with Regions for up to $8,670,000 term loan (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Escrow Agreement with Mississippi Development Bank and Regions Bank (unanimous)
• Approved requisitions for police equipment totaling $33,395.50 (consent agenda)
• Approved $17,500 matching funds for Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (consent agenda)
• Approved extended medical leave for Water & Gas employee (unanimous)
• Approved pay adjustments for two police officers (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider joining the West Corridor Blues and Heritage Highway Coalition. The agenda includes approving an excavator purchase for $72,289.96 and reviewing various personnel changes. Additionally, the board will address infrastructure repairs and property surplus resolutions.

• Purchase of a Kubota Excavator for $72,289.96
• Resolution to join the West Corridor Blues and Heritage Highway Coalition
• Sealed bids for the 2021 NRCS Erosion Control Project at four sites
• Contract amendment with Red Oak Construction, LLC for Lee Street sewer repair
• $600 in matching funds for Blacks in Government (BIG) programs

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the purchase of a Kubota excavator for $72,289.96, personnel actions, and a $600 matching fund for Blacks in Government. They also adopted resolutions to declare structures and property surplus and authorize sales to Sylvester Walker and Jaquita Benard, and joined the West Corridor Blues and Heritage Highway Coalition. The Vicksburg Convention Center Facility Use Agreement for a cornhole tournament was tabled.

• Approved $72,289.96 requisition for Kubota excavator (unanimous)
• Approved $600 matching funds to Blacks in Government (unanimous)
• Declared 1114 Farmer Street surplus and authorized sale to Sylvester Walker (unanimous)
• Declared property surplus and authorized quitclaim deed to Jaquita Benard (unanimous)
• Joined West Corridor Blues and Heritage Highway Coalition (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 1 with Red Oak Construction for Lee Street sewer repair (unanimous)
• Tabled Vicksburg Convention Center Facility Use Agreement for cornhole tournament
• Approved executive session personnel pay adjustments (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider ordinances regarding dog access to utility equipment and regulations for transient vendors. They will also review budget amendments and updates for the Vicksburg Convention Center. Additionally, the board will address property maintenance assessments and various city contracts.

• Ordinance prohibiting dogs from obstructing utility meters, poles, or mailboxes
• Amendment to the Transient Vendor Ordinance regarding additional regulations
• $25,230.64 for decorative 15 ft poles and fixtures in the Downtown area
• $28,425.00 purchase of Neptune water meters from Consolidated Pipe
• Public hearing on whether specific properties are a public menace

The Board unanimously adopted two ordinances: one making it unlawful to keep a dog that obstructs access to utility meters, poles, or mailboxes, and another amending the transient vendor regulations. They also declared three properties a public menace and authorized demolition, approved budget amendments, and handled personnel changes in executive session.

• Adopted ordinance prohibiting dogs from obstructing utility/postal access (3-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending transient vendor regulations (3-0)
• Declared 2521 Drummond St. a public menace; granted extension to Jan 15, 2022 (3-0)
• Declared 1434 Maxwell St. and 1122 South St. complied; no action needed (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for Dec 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved sale of surplus service weapon to Capt. Milton Moore (3-0)
• Approved personnel changes: police status change, legal/building pay adjustments, cemetery transfer (3-0)
• Authorized $1,500 advertising contract with Bluffs and Bayous Magazine (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several personnel changes and fund transfers for city projects. Items include the purchase of four new police vehicles and a bid award for new generators. The board will also address appointments to the Public Transportation Board.

• Purchase of four 2022 Dodge Chargers for the Police Department for $110,688.00
• Bid award to Killen Contractors, Inc. for new generators in the amount of $250,936.00
• Approval of $40,977.44 for 911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
• Resolution to provide $10,000.00 in matching funds to Jacob's Ladder Learning Center, Inc.
• Authorization to advertise bids for two Type III Ambulances

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a proposal for architectural and engineering services for a new animal shelter with Michael Barnard of Shelter Planners of America. The board also approved a consent agenda that included personnel actions, payments, and various contracts, and adopted resolutions for opioid settlement participation and matching funds for Jacob's Ladder Learning Center. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Monsour voting aye.

• Approved architectural and engineering services proposal for new animal shelter with Shelter Planners of America
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, airport invoice, sewer line emergency, 911 dispatcher payments, fund transfers, and advertisement
• Approved purchase of four 2022 Dodge Chargers for Police Department for $110,688
• Awarded bid for new generators at Ford Road and Washington Street to Killen Contractors, Inc. for $250,936
• Adopted resolution to participate in opioid settlement agreement
• Adopted resolution to provide $10,000 matching funds to Jacob's Ladder Learning Center
• Approved pay adjustments, longevity pay, and termination in executive session
• Approved claims docket numbering 2140-2146 and 304809-305210

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider authorizations for professional services related to multi-million dollar General Obligation Refunding Bonds. The agenda also includes reviewing police crime statistics and approving various municipal contracts and fund allocations.

• $10,860.00 contract with Fluid Process & Pumps, LLC for a sewer pump station part
• $10,000.00 matching funds allocation for the Child Abuse Prevention Center
• Professional services authorizations related to $8.6 million in General Obligation Bonds
• $452,284.56 premium for a Sunlife re-insurance policy renewal
• Bids for new generators at Ford Road and Washington Street

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen declared several properties a public menace and authorized the Director of Community Development to cut, clean, and demolish structures where owners had not complied, with costs assessed to property owners. The board also adopted budget amendments, ratified bond-related actions, approved personnel changes, and received bids for new generators. All votes were unanimous (3-0) except where Alderman Monsour recused himself.

• Declared 5 properties a public menace and authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for November 15, 2021 (3-0, then rescinded and re-adopted 2-0 with Monsour recused)
• Ratified Mayor's execution of Letter of Disclosures for GO Refunding Bonds Series 2021 (3-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing employment of professionals for GO Refunding Bonds Series 2022 (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Letter of Engagement with Butler Snow for $8,660,000 GO Refunding Bonds Series 2021 (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Letter of Disclosure and Engagement with Government Consultants, Inc. for up to $8,670,000 GO Bonds Series 2022 (3-0)
• Ratified purchase of re-insurance policy with Sunlife at $452,284.56 premium (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions including extended medical leaves, pay adjustment, and corrections (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special meeting to address specific agenda items. The board will consider a request for a $2,365.00 sponsorship for a reception honoring Miss Mississippi 2021, Holly Brand. The agenda also includes the approval of the claims docket.

• $2,365.00 sponsorship request for a reception honoring Miss Mississippi 2021, Holly Brand
• Approval of Claims Docket

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several items including holiday declarations and personnel changes. The meeting includes reviews of grant applications for EMS and airport rescue, as well as the sale of surplus city vehicles. Additionally, the board will address requests for street closures and event sponsorships.

• $6,000 sponsorship request for Alcorn State vs. Prairie View football weekend
• Auction of 32 surplus vehicles and pieces of equipment
• Up to $3,000 for Main Street promotional items for the Holiday Open House
• Building and tap fee waivers for renovation at 1622 Washington Street
• USDA NRCS grant for road and bank stabilization on Clover Lane and Farmer Street

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $6,000 sponsorship for Alcorn State vs. Prairie View football weekend, declaring 32 vehicles/items surplus for auction, and a $3,000 Main Street promotional items request. The board authorized the mayor to execute grant applications for EMS, USDA road/bank stabilization on Clover Lane and Farmer Street, and an FAA airport rescue grant. In executive session, the board approved pay adjustments, retro pay, and suspensions for several city employees, and ratified a contract for Kay King at the Sue Roberts Senior Center.

• Approved $6,000 sponsorship to jb Entertainment for Alcorn State vs. Prairie View pep rally (unanimous)
• Declared 32 vehicles/items surplus for auction and 1 vehicle donated to Town of Anguilla (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute FY2022 EMSOF grant application (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute USDA NRCS grant for Clover Lane and Farmer Street stabilization (2-0, Monsour recused)
• Authorized mayor to execute FAA Airport Rescue Grant Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to sell surplus service weapon to Lt. Jeff Merritt (unanimous)
• Approved pay adjustments and retro pay for employees in Water & Gas, Fire, Ambulance, and Accounting (unanimous)
• Approved two-day suspensions for a Gas Department laborer and a Water & Gas cashier (unanimous)

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The Board will consider amendments to resolutions regarding up to $11,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure repairs. The agenda also includes approving a pep rally at Washington Street Park and authorizing plans for the Levee Street extension. A public hearing is scheduled to determine if certain properties are a public menace.

• Amendment to $11,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for roads, bridges, and water/sewer infrastructure
• Payment of $47,202.91 to Vicksburg-Warren 911 for dispatcher salaries and benefits
• Request from jb Entertainment Group to hold a pep rally at Washington Street Park
• Agreement with Neel-Schaffer to develop plans for the Levee Street extension
• Change Order #1 for Wildstone Construction Services regarding Kuhn Memorial Park and Sherman Avenue Park

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution amending resolutions related to the issuance of up to $11 million in general obligation bonds for road, bridge, water, and sewer improvements. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, a Veterans Day holiday, and a 911 payment, and authorized several routine items such as a grant application and a professional services agreement. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Flaggs and Alderman Mayfield present.

• Adopted resolution amending $11M GO bond resolutions for roads, water, sewer (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, personnel action, Veterans Day holiday, 911 payment, and more (2-0)
• Authorized NRCS application for road and bank stabilization on Clover Lane and Farmer Street (2-0)
• Declared 1607 Grove Street a public menace and authorized demolition (2-0)
• Approved revised plat for Delish South Frontage Road Subdivision - Part 1 (2-0)
• Authorized agreement with Neel-Schaffer for Levee Street extension preliminary plans (2-0)
• Authorized Change Order #1 with Wildstone Construction for Kuhn Memorial Park and Sherman Avenue Park (2-0)
• Approved executive session personnel actions: promotion, pay adjustment, title change, suspension (2-0)

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The Board will consider several financial allocations and personnel changes. Items include fund transfers to the Water & Gas Account and approving contracts for ARPA funding recipients. The meeting also includes a discussion on property demolition and site clearing.

• Purchase of two F-350 trucks for the Street Department for $68,548.00
• Allocation of $2,500.00 to Vicksburg Theatre Guild, Inc.
• Transfer of $312,316.00 from COV Levee Improvements Fund to Water & Gas Account
• Approval of property demolition and site clearing for 17 properties
• Request for police assistance for The Reindeer Run 5K at Catfish Row

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included employee anniversaries, personnel actions, a state of emergency continuation, event permits, and various expenditures. The board also authorized contracts with two American Recovery Plan Act funding recipients, approved a service weapon sale, and handled multiple personnel items in executive session, including promotions, longevity pay, and terminations.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, state of emergency, and event permits (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 matching funds to Vicksburg Theatre Guild (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 Alcorn State University video scoreboard ad (3-0)
• Approved $300 A-Club ad and $3,099.10 tennis tournament ad (3-0)
• Authorized $68,548 for two F-350 trucks for Street Department (3-0)
• Authorized ARPA contracts with Triumph Ministries and Central Mississippi Prevention Services (3-0)
• Approved sale of surplus service weapon to Lt. Joseph Shows (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions including promotions, longevity pay, and terminations (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will receive a presentation from Slaughter and Associates regarding census numbers and redistricting. Other agenda items include routine procedural matters such as the call to order and adoption of the agenda.

• Presentation from Slaughter and Associates regarding census numbers and redistricting (ID-21-1082)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen received a presentation from Mike Slaughter of Slaughter and Associates regarding census numbers and a redistricting map. No formal action was taken on the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after the presentation.

• Received census and redistricting presentation from Slaughter and Associates (no vote)
• Adjourned to meet October 25, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider a resolution for the sale and award of general obligation bonds totaling up to $11,000,000. Other items include approving property demolition/clearing resolutions and authorizing several service contracts. A hearing is also scheduled regarding properties identified as potential public menaces.

• Resolution for General Obligation Bonds up to $11,000,000
• Property clearing and demolition for 17 listed locations
• $9,356.00 invoice payment to Central Mississippi Planning and Development District
• Construction engineering contract with Stantec Consulting Services for Levee Street project
• Belmont Street closure for 'Chill in the Hills' event

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider several infrastructure and technology items, including a computer purchase for the IT Department and Levee Street improvements. They will also review a change order for the Vicksburg Forest Products Rail & Drainage Project and a site plan for the Animal Shelter. Additionally, the board will discuss COVID-19 health literacy partnerships with local churches.

• $31,800.60 purchase of 30 computers for the IT Department
• $16,630.00 change order for Vicksburg Forest Products Rail & Drainage Project
• Contract for construction of Levee Street improvements
• Approval of conceptual design and site plan for the Animal Shelter
• $2,500 and $6,500 requests for fundraising advertisements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several community requests, including sponsorship funds for the YMCA and local neighborhood events. The meeting also includes discussions on airport hangar compensation and the acceptance of forfeited state land. Additionally, the Board will consider ARPA funding for the Crawford Street Play School Early Learning Center.

• $10,000 matching funds request from the Vicksburg YMCA
• ARPA contract for Crawford Street Play School Early Learning Center
• Resolution for airport hangar compensation (PPIN 11294)
• Acceptance of forfeited tax land transfers from Mississippi
• $5,000 advertisement request for Warbirds, Wings & Wheels Event

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a resolution to issue up to $1,000,000 in short-term notes or credit for repairs to the Bluffs. The agenda also includes approving fund transfers to the Water & Gas Account and final payments for Highway 61 South water line improvements.

• Resolution for up to $1,000,000 in emergency borrowing for Bluffs clean-up and repairs
• Final payment of $17,179.25 to Red Oak Construction, LLC for Highway 61 South water line improvements
• Fund transfers from various accounts to the Water & Gas Account
• Approval of a $26,768.00 insurance claim for a 2016 Ford F Series Ambulance
• Business Associate Agreements with Jackson State University and Jackson Hinds Comprehensive Health Center

The Board adopted a resolution declaring intent to issue a short-term note or line of credit up to $1,000,000 for landslide cleanup and bluff repairs. The Board also approved budget amendments, personnel actions, and several contracts and agreements, all unanimously. An executive session was held to approve personnel changes, including a suspension and a termination.

• Adopted resolution to issue up to $1,000,000 for bluff repairs (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for September 30, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $26,768 insurance claim for fire department ambulance (3-0)
• Authorized DJ contract for Alcorn Homecoming Block Party (3-0)
• Authorized HIPAA agreements with Jackson State University and Jackson Hinds Comprehensive Health Center (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions: status change, pay adjustment, suspension, termination (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel forms, claims, and donations (3-0)

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The Board will consider emergency declarations for traffic light and sewer line repairs. The agenda also includes approvals for dispatcher salaries, personnel changes, and budget amendments.

• $45,560.94 payment for Vicksburg-Warren 911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
• Emergency declaration to repair the traffic light at Hwy 61 South and Dana Road
• Continuation of State of Emergency for sewer line repairs at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Adoption of a temporary Human Resources staffing and duties plan
• $250.00 advertisement request from L.I.F.E organization

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen, with Mayor George Flaggs Jr. and Alderman Michael A. Mayfield Sr. present (Alderman Alex J. Monsour Jr. absent), unanimously adopted two resolutions authorizing the issuance of up to $11,000,000 in general obligation bonds for road, street, bridge, water, and sewer improvements. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, advertisements, reports, and routine items such as a traffic light emergency declaration and a temporary HR staffing plan. In executive session, the board approved personnel actions including an education incentive, two suspensions, and one demotion.

• Adopted resolution declaring intent to issue up to $11M general obligation bonds for roads, water, sewer (2-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing and directing issuance of up to $11M general obligation bonds (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, advertisements, and reports (2-0)
• Authorized declaration of emergency to repair traffic light at Hwy 61 South and Dana Road (2-0)
• Continued state of emergency for sewer line repair at Waste Water Treatment Plant (2-0)
• Adopted temporary Human Resources Department staffing and duties plan (2-0)
• Approved claims docket except check #303692 to United Security Services for $2,500 (2-0)
• Approved executive session personnel actions: education incentive, two suspensions, one demotion (2-0)

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a $65,375.00 service agreement for police, fire, and public works radio systems. The agenda also includes amendments to development and health benefit agreements. Additionally, the board will review personnel changes and event requests.

• $65,375.00 service agreement with Motorola, Inc. for radio systems
• Second Amendment to Real Estate and Development Agreement with MidSouth Companies, LLC
• Third Addendum Agreement with Vigilant Health Network, Inc. regarding health benefits
• Request for American Cancer Society 'Lights of Hope' event at City Hall
• Police Department request for training and a television purchase

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including personnel actions, a police training request, a TV purchase, and a $65,375 Motorola radio service agreement. They authorized the Mayor to execute a second amendment to a development agreement with MidSouth Companies and a third addendum with Vigilant Health Network. Budget amendments and the claims docket were adopted. In executive session, the board approved promotions, pay adjustments, and additional FY2022 salary adjustments, and held HR and litigation discussions.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel resignations, new hires, and a $65,375 Motorola radio service agreement
• Authorized Mayor to execute Second Amendment to Real Estate and Development Agreement with MidSouth Companies, LLC
• Authorized Mayor to execute Third Addendum Agreement with Vigilant Health Network, Inc.
• Adopted Budget Amendments of September 20, 2021
• Approved Claims Docket numbering 303331-303343
• Approved promotion in Water & Gas Administration from Cashier to Adjustment Specialist at $12.09/hour
• Approved pay adjustments for two Police Department employees and one Fire Department Captain
• Approved Additional Recommended Salary Adjustments for FY2022

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on establishing a downtown taxing district and setting tax rates. The meeting also includes approvals for various ARPA funding contracts and budget updates.

• Resolution to establish Downtown Taxing District and set tax rate
• Adoption of 2022 Tax Levy Order, budget, and pay raises
• Approval of Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport Budget
• ARPA contracts for Children Education Station Daycare Learning Center
• ARPA contracts for Sisters of Mercy Early Learning Center and New Beginnings of Vicksburg

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted the FY 2021-2022 budget, including pay raises for the mayor and board effective October 6, 2021, and the Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport proposed 2022 budget. Alderman Mayfield recused himself from this vote. The board also approved the downtown taxing district and tax levy order, and authorized contracts with three ARPA funding recipients.

• Adopted resolution establishing downtown taxing district and setting tax rate (3-0)
• Adopted tax levy order for 2022 (3-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget and pay raises, including airport budget (2-0, Mayfield recused)
• Approved Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport budget (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute Butler Snow engagement letter for FY2020 continuing disclosure (3-0)
• Authorized ARPA contract with Children Education Station Daycare Learning Center (3-0)
• Authorized ARPA contract with Vicksburg Catholic Schools Sisters of Mercy Early Learning Center (3-0)
• Authorized ARPA contract with New Beginnings of Vicksburg (3-0)

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The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider authorizing several municipal agreements, including contracts for erosion control and ARPA funding. The meeting also includes requests for street closures for local events and a hearing regarding properties identified as public menances.

• Purchase of a hydraulic excavator for the Cemetery Department for $52,570.43
• Purchase of mosquito insecticide for $16,383.00
• Appointment of Kimberly Smith to the Zoning Board
• Adoption of the September 2021 Recreation Department Fee Schedule
• Agreement with TRC Engineers, Inc. regarding erosion at Iowa Avenue

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously declared 12 properties public health, safety, and welfare nuisances and authorized the Community Development Director to cut, clean, and demolish structures, with costs assessed to owners. The board also approved a consent agenda including equipment purchases, street closures for events, and a $1,000 COVID-19 ordinance advertisement. In executive session, it approved a $0.09/hour longevity pay increase for a carpenter and a $1.00/hour pay adjustment for a safety administrative assistant.

• Declared 12 properties public nuisances and authorized cleanup/demolition (unanimous)
• Approved $52,570.43 requisition for a hydraulic excavator for Cemetery Department
• Approved $16,383.00 requisition for mosquito insecticide
• Approved street closures for Fall Flea Market, Grace's Marketplace, and Blues Show
• Approved $1,000 COVID-19 ordinance advertisement with Vicksburg Daily News
• Appointed Kimberly Smith to Zoning Board
• Adopted Recreation Department Fee Schedule effective September 2021
• Approved longevity pay increase and pay adjustment in executive session

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review a $5 million transfer to Capital Expense Funds and several ARPA-funded contracts. The agenda includes ratifying a local emergency proclamation for Hurricane Ida and discussing convention center updates. The board will also consider an ordinance regarding reckless driving on public and private streets.

• Ordinance prohibiting drag racing, burnouts, and donuts on public and private streets
• $5,000,000 transfer from Water & Gas funds to Capital Expense Funds
• $40,000 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Foundation
• Purchase of a police vehicle for $24,916.00 and Jaws of Life for $49,572.00
• Fee waivers for building and tap permits at 780 Highway 61 North

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted an ordinance making drag racing, burnouts, and donuts reckless driving on public and private streets and parking lots, with penalties. They also ratified a local emergency proclamation for Hurricane Ida, approved a $40,000 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Foundation, and authorized multiple ARPA funding contracts. The Recreation Department fee schedule was tabled until September 10, 2021.

• Adopted ordinance classifying drag racing, burnouts, and donuts as reckless driving (unanimous)
• Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency due to Hurricane Ida (unanimous)
• Authorized $40,000 contribution to Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Foundation (unanimous)
• Authorized ARPA contracts with Old Court House Museum, Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum, United Way, Positive Pathways, and Old Depot Museum (unanimous)
• Adopted budget amendments for September 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000,000 transfer to Capital Expense Funds for water/gas (unanimous)
• Tabled Recreation Department fee schedule until September 10, 2021
• Approved personnel actions including resignations, retirements, and new hires (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering resolutions to issue up to $11,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for roads, bridges, and water or sewer infrastructure. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 prevention proclamation and an ARPA funding contract for the Vicksburg Civil War Museum.

• Resolution to issue up to $11,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for roads, bridges, and water/sewer infrastructure
• Proclamation to minimize COVID-19 risk from August 26 through October 4, 2021
• Contract with Vicksburg Civil War Museum using ARPA funding
• Authorization of an engagement letter with Butler Snow regarding city bonds

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved resolutions to move forward with issuing up to $11 million in general obligation bonds for road, bridge, water, and sewer improvements, and authorized the mayor to hire bond counsel Butler Snow. The board also adopted budget amendments, acknowledged a COVID-19 proclamation effective through October 4, 2021, authorized an ARPA contract with the Vicksburg Civil War Museum, and approved the claims docket. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Flaggs and Alderman Mayfield present; Alderman Monsour was absent.

• Adopted budget amendments for August 26, 2021 (2-0)
• Acknowledged COVID-19 proclamation effective noon Aug 26 through Oct 4, 2021 (2-0)
• Adopted resolution approving professionals for $11M GO bond issuance (2-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring intent to issue $11M GO bonds for roads, water, sewer (2-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute engagement letter with Butler Snow for 2021 GO bonds (2-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute ARPA contract with Vicksburg Civil War Museum (2-0)
• Approved claims docket #302980-302987 (2-0)

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The Board will consider a resolution to issue up to $11 million in General Obligation Bonds for street improvements and land purchases. The agenda also includes a bid award for the Levee Street project and several fund transfers to the Water & Gas Account.

• Resolution to issue up to $11,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Bid award of $698,632.00 to Construction Specialists, LLC for Levee Street
• Payment of $42,526.86 for E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
• Allocation of $17,500.00 to the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation
• Approval of street barricades for Vicksburg Porchfest

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including a $17,500 allocation to the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation and a $42,526.86 payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911. They awarded a $698,632 construction bid for the Levee Street project to Construction Specialists, LLC, subject to MDOT authorization. The Board tabled a resolution to issue up to $11 million in general obligation bonds for street improvements. They also declared several properties public menaces and authorized cleanup or demolition, and approved personnel actions including transfers, pay adjustments, a suspension, and a disciplinary hearing.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, personnel actions, Labor Day holiday, and event requests (Lights of Hope, Porchfest).
• Approved $17,500 allocation to Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation for Spring/Summer Programming.
• Approved $42,526.86 payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911 for dispatcher salaries and benefits.
• Awarded Levee Street LPA Project bid to Construction Specialists, LLC for $698,632, subject to MDOT authorization.
• Tabled resolution to issue up to $11,000,000 in general obligation bonds for street paving.
• Declared multiple properties public menaces and authorized cut, clean, and demolition; granted one 30-day extension and tabled two items.
• Authorized Mayor to execute amendments and agreements with MidSouth Companies, LLC, including property conveyance.
• Approved personnel actions: transfer, three police pay adjustments, one suspension, and one disciplinary hearing.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several ordinances and contract authorizations. Key items include a new security camera requirement for certain retail centers and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes wastewater plant upgrades and police department service subscriptions.

• New 'Parking Lot and Building Security Ordinance' requiring security cameras for specific retail centers
• Resolution to commit American Rescue Plan Funds
• Requisitions totaling $64,696.00 to Control Systems, Inc. for wastewater plant upgrades
• $4,995.00 subscription for Police Department map and analysis services from Hawk Analytics, Inc.
• Amendment to allow styrofoam cups up to 32 ounces in the Leisure and Recreation District

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted an ordinance requiring retail business centers with 25+ parking spaces or 2,000+ sq ft buildings to install security camera systems, keep recordings for 30 days, and comply with technical specs, with a grace period for existing centers. They also approved a $1,039,943 bid for the Levee Street project (referred to Stantec for review), awarded a $89,598 sewer cleaner bid, and adopted a resolution to commit American Rescue Plan Funds. The board declared two properties on Fairground Street a public menace and authorized demolition, while five other properties complied. All votes were unanimous (3-0) except where the mayor recused.

• Adopted Parking Lot & Building Security Ordinance (3-0)
• Received and referred Levee Street LPA Project bids to Stantec; lowest bid $698,632 (3-0)
• Awarded Hydraulic Sewer/Drain Cleaner Ramjet to Sansom Equipment Co. for $89,598 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution to Commit American Rescue Plan Funds (3-0)
• Declared 502 and 519 Fairground Street public menaces; authorized cut/clean/demolish (3-0)
• Approved Cloo Croo Fundraiser for Animal Shelter on Nov. 13, 2021 (2-0, mayor recused)
• Adopted budget amendments (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions: transfer, rescinded suspension, two terminations, and personnel matter (3-0)

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The Board will consider several infrastructure contracts, including sewer extensions and airport drainage improvements. They will also discuss a building permit variance request and approve appointments to the VCC Advisory Board. Additionally, the board will set the date for a budget hearing.

• Final approval for tax abatement at 1504 Washington Street
• Agreement with Greenbriar Digging Service for Indiana Avenue sewer extensions
• Contract with Hemphill Construction Company for airport drainage improvements
• Building permit variance request from Industrial Wood Products of Mississippi
• $3,402.20 invoice payment for Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a consent agenda and routine items, including a revised tax abatement for 1504 Washington Street, an agreement with Greenbriar Digging Service for the Indiana Avenue storm and sanitary sewer extensions project, and a contract with Hemphill Construction for runway drainage improvements at the Vicksburg Municipal Airport. The board also took under advisement a bid for a hydraulic sewer cleaner, acknowledged a COVID-19 proclamation for city employees, and approved personnel actions in executive session, including pay adjustments and rescinding a termination in the Gas Department.

• Adopted revised resolution granting final tax abatement for 1504 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute agreement with Greenbriar Digging Service for Indiana Avenue sewer extensions (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract with Hemphill Construction for airport runway drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Took under advisement reverse bid from Sansom Equipment for sewer cleaner at $89,598 (unanimous)
• Acknowledged COVID-19 proclamation for city employees effective Aug 4-18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved pay adjustments for two Recreation Department lifeguards and one Police Department patrol officer (unanimous)
• Rescinded termination of a Gas Department service man; replaced with 5-day suspension and 45-day probation (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute collection firm agreement with Franklin Collection Service for past due ambulance bills (unanimous)

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The Board will consider amending Civil Service rules regarding physical agility tests for certain law enforcement and fire service candidates. The meeting also includes discussions on convention center updates and the approval of professional services for Vicksburg City Park.

• USDA grant award for road and bank stabilization at Columbia, Halls Ferry, Polk, and Second North sites
• Professional services agreement with TRC Engineers, Inc. for Vicksburg City Park
• Amendment to Civil Service Rules regarding physical agility tests for specific re-hires and transfers
• Rental agreement with Unitech for a copier for the Legal Department
• Resolution to publish past due fines and contempt of court warrants on the city website

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously declared seven properties public menaces and authorized the Director of Community Development to cut, clean, and demolish structures, with costs assessed to owners. It also approved a revised COVID-19 health literacy grant budget, adopted resolutions for publishing past-due fines and the Emergency Road & Bridge Repair Fund, and approved a longevity pay increase in executive session. Mayor Flaggs was absent; all votes were 2-0.

• Declared 7 properties public menace, authorized cleanup/demolition (2-0)
• Approved revised COVID-19 health literacy grant budget and application (2-0)
• Adopted resolution to publish past-due fines and warrants on city website (2-0)
• Adopted Emergency Road & Bridge Repair Fund resolution (2-0)
• Authorized TRC Engineers professional services agreement for Vicksburg City Park (2-0)
• Approved .09 cent longevity pay increase for Gas Department locator (2-0)
• Approved 4 police emergency appointments and 1 resignation (consent agenda)
• Approved Civil Service rule changes waiving physical agility test for certain candidates (2-0)

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several financial transfers to the Water and Gas Account. The agenda also includes a $10,000 allocation to Vicksburg Family Development Service and medical equipment purchases. Additionally, the board will consider tax abatement for Washington Street.

• $10,000 allocation to Vicksburg Family Development Service, Inc.
• Transfer of $242,654.66 from Levee Improvements Fund to Water & Gas Account
• Purchase of LifePak 15 V4 for $52,919.50
• Tax abatement resolution for 1504 Washington Street
• $46,267.12 payment for E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits

The Board unanimously declared 10 properties public menaces to health, safety, and welfare, authorizing the Community Development Director to cut, clean, and demolish structures, with costs assessed to owners. Three owners received 30-day extensions. The Board also approved consent agenda items, a tax abatement for 1504 Washington Street, use of tourism funds for auditorium equipment, and several contracts and agreements.

• Declared 10 properties public menaces, authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 matching funds to Vicksburg Family Development Service (3-0)
• Adopted tax abatement resolution for 1504 Washington Street (3-0)
• Approved use of 2016 Tourism Funds for auditorium audio/video/lighting equipment (3-0)
• Authorized airport hangar lease with L.G. Willis/RBW Farms, LLC (3-0)
• Ratified FAA grant agreement for airport drainage improvements (3-0)
• Authorized Stantec professional services agreement for Hatcher Bayou structure (3-0)
• Approved terminations of 7 Recreation Department employees (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several financial requests, including water meter purchases and program allocations. The agenda also includes a hearing on properties identified as public menaces and the adoption of budget amendments.

• Conditional tax abatement for 1305 Washington Street
• $19,106.88 for new water meters from Core & Main, LP
• $15,000 allocation to Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District
• $8,000 matching funds request for Westside Theatre Foundation
• U.S. Department of Health & Human Services grant acceptance

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $15,000 allocation to the Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District, a $5,000 Red Carpet Bowl advertisement, and a $1,000 Mississippi State Medical Association advertisement. The board also approved several routine items, including budget amendments, a grant from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and a conditional tax abatement for 1305 Washington Street. In executive session, the board approved multiple personnel actions, including promotions, suspensions, and terminations, and authorized the Mayor to execute a water pollution control loan agreement.

• Approved $15,000 allocation to Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District.
• Approved $5,000 advertisement for the 2021 Red Carpet Bowl Football Classic.
• Approved $1,000 advertisement for the Mississippi State Medical Association's Healthcare Heroes Awards Gala.
• Adopted budget amendments for July 19, 2021.
• Accepted a grant from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services for COVID-19 health literacy.
• Adopted a resolution granting conditional tax abatement for 1305 Washington Street.
• Approved personnel actions including promotions, suspensions, and terminations in executive session.
• Authorized the Mayor to execute a Water Pollution Control Revolving Loan Fund Loan Agreement.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider resolutions to establish a Business Promotion Area and a Downtown Taxing District. The agenda also includes orders for the demolition and site clearing of four properties. Additionally, the board will review street closure requests for local community events.

• Order for demolition and site clearing of four properties including 122 Alfred Drive and 901 Pierce Street
• Resolution to establish a Business Promotion Area for commercial real property assessments
• Change Order No. 2 with Mitchell Contracting, Inc. for sewer line improvements at the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Street closure request for G6:2 Outdoors Ministry 5k walk/run on Cherry Street

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including new hires, street closures for a 5K run, and demolition orders for two properties. They also adopted resolutions to establish a downtown business promotion area and set a hearing for a downtown taxing district. In executive session, the board approved personnel actions including promotions, pay adjustments, and suspensions.

• Approved consent agenda including new hires, employee driving list additions, and G6:2 Outdoors 5K run street closures.
• Declared two properties (728 Farmer Street, 2400 Washington Street) public menaces and authorized demolition/cleanup.
• Adopted order for partial payment of ad valorem taxes.
• Adopted 2021-2022 Motor Vehicle Assessment Schedule and set hearing for July 23, 2021.
• Accepted resolution to establish a business promotion area and levy special assessment on commercial property.
• Authorized City Clerk to publish notice and set hearing for August 25, 2021 to establish downtown taxing district.
• Ratified Nubian Kruzers Motorcycle Club street closure for July 8, 2021.
• Approved executive session personnel actions including promotions, pay adjustments, and suspensions.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several personnel actions, including new hires for the police and ambulance departments. The meeting includes approvals for local event advertisements and a final payment for the Hall Ferry Park Road Extension. Additionally, the Board will discuss updates regarding the Vicksburg Convention Center.

• Final pay application of $8,653.75 for the Hall Ferry Park Road Extension
• $5,000.00 advertisement request for the Attic Gallery's 50th Anniversary Celebration
• $500.00 advertisement approval for Seige of Vicksburg tabletop gaming
• Sealed bids for a Hydraulic Sewer / Drain Cleaner Ramjet 3036-750 Trailer Mounted Jetter
• Dedication of Maison Rue and Rue Vernet for public use

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a U.S. Department of Transportation RAISE grant and commit matching funds, and authorized the mayor to execute Addendum I with VenuWorks for convention center management. They also approved consent agenda items including personnel actions, advertisements, and a special assessment, and accepted street dedications.

• Adopted resolution to apply for RAISE grant and commit matching funds
• Authorized mayor to execute Addendum I with VenuWorks for Vicksburg Convention Center management
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions (resignations, new hires) and advertisements for Siege of Vicksburg gaming and Attic Gallery's 50th anniversary
• Accepted dedication of streets Maison Rue and Rue Vernet for public use
• Authorized mayor to execute Amendment #2 to grass cutting contract with Smith Lawn Care
• Approved promotions and longevity pay in executive session (Police, Court Services, Recreation, Inspection, Right of Way)
• Approved final pay application and close-out for Halls Ferry Park Road Extension with Theobald Construction
• Authorized advertising for sealed bids on sewer cleaner and Levee Street Improvement Project

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review the FY2020 Audit Report and approve budget amendments. The agenda includes authorizing NRCS funding requests for Clover Lane and Farmer Street and approving copier rentals with Unitech. The board will also address a landmark permit for work on the Fairground Street Bridge.

• Increase Vicksburg Municipal Airport grant obligation by $39,865.00
• Request NRCS funding for Clover Lane and Farmer Street
• Approve copier rental agreements with Unitech for city departments
• Accept the City of Vicksburg FY2020 Audit Report
• Execute Mississippi Landmark Permit for Fairground Street Bridge

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen, with Alderman Monsour absent, unanimously approved the consent agenda and routine items. Actions included accepting the FY2020 audit, authorizing the mayor to request NRCS funding for Clover Lane and Farmer Street, transferring American Rescue Plan funds, adopting budget amendments, and accepting an FAA grant amendment. The board also approved a pay adjustment for a Purchasing Specialist, reducing the hourly rate from $13.76 to $12.76, effective June 16, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda: new Recreation Department hire, Farmer's Market management agreement with Rebecca Tarver, copier rental agreements with Unitech for four departments, and claims docket.
• Accepted the City of Vicksburg FY2020 Audit Report.
• Authorized mayor to execute letter to NRCS requesting funding for Clover Lane and Farmer Street.
• Authorized City Clerk to transfer American Rescue Plan funds from Pooled Cash to ARP Funds Account upon receipt.
• Adopted budget amendments for June 30, 2021.
• Accepted FAA Letter Amendment No. 1 increasing Vicksburg Municipal Airport grant obligation by $39,865.00 to $217,810.00.
• Authorized mayor to execute Mississippi Landmark Permit for Fairground Street Bridge work (MDAH Project #06-015-21).
• Approved pay adjustment for Purchasing Specialist from $13.76 to $12.76 per hour, effective June 16, 2021.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including personnel actions, advertising purchases, and fund transfers. They also adopted budget amendments, declared 1503 Grove Street surplus for sealed bids, and amended the city's muffler ordinance. In executive session, the board approved personnel actions including medical leave extensions, pay adjustments, and a suspension.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, advertising purchases, and fund transfers
• Adopted budget amendments for June 25, 2021
• Declared 1503 Grove Street surplus and authorized sealed bids for its sale
• Adopted ordinance amending muffler regulations to prohibit amplified noise
• Approved executive session personnel actions including medical leave extensions, pay adjustments, and a suspension
• Authorized contracts for Jesse Brent Museum operations and DJ services
• Approved claims docket numbering 2070-2074 and 301013-301505
• Authorized redistricting consulting agreement with Slaughter & Associates

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review personnel actions including several retirements and new hires. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects such as airport drainage improvements and a sewer line emergency declaration. Additionally, the board will consider various financial payments and local road closures.

• Awarding $308,240.00 bid for Indiana Avenue Storm & Sanitary Sewer Extensions to Greenbriar Digging Service Limited Partnership
• Declaration of Emergency for sewer line repair at the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• $5,000.00 allocation to Central Mississippi Prevention Services, Inc. for a Summer Leadership Camp
• Approval of FAA Grant Applications for Vicksburg Municipal Airport Drainage Improvements
• Request to close the left side of Hutson Street on July 3, 2021

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a consent agenda including personnel retirements, new hires, a July 5 holiday, and a $5,000 allocation to Central Mississippi Prevention Services. They also approved routine items such as returning to pre-COVID VenuWorks fees, a cycling route agreement with MDOT, and several construction contracts, including a $308,240 sewer extension project. The board declared five properties a public menace and authorized demolition, and approved a subdivision plat with a letter of credit. In executive session, they approved pay adjustments, promotions, and a suspension.

• Approved consent agenda including retirements, new hires, and July 5 holiday (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 allocation to Central Mississippi Prevention Services (3-0)
• Approved return to pre-COVID VenuWorks fees as of April 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Authorized MDOT agreement for Wheels on the Hills Cycling Route (3-0)
• Declared 5 properties a public menace and authorized demolition (3-0)
• Approved Delish South Frontage Road Subdivision plat and letter of credit (3-0)
• Awarded $308,240 bid to Greenbriar Digging Service for sewer extensions (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions: pay adjustment, 4 fire promotions, 1 ambulance promotion, 1 suspension (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review a $281,034.00 contract for rail and drainage improvements. The meeting includes requests for an "Our Lives Matter" protest on June 26 and a Juneteenth street closure. Additionally, the board will consider professional services for the Port of Vicksburg expansion grant application.

• $281,034.00 contract award to Central Asphalt Company for Rail & Drainage Improvements Project
• Request for "Our Lives Matter" protest on June 26, 2021
• Street closure of the 1100 block of Second North Street for Juneteenth celebration
• Professional services agreement with Neel Schaffer, Inc. for Port of Vicksburg expansion grant
• Adoption of revised Vicksburg Police Department organization chart

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including awarding a $281,034 sealed proposal to Central Asphalt Company for the Vicksburg Forest Products Rail & Drainage Improvements Project. It also declared eight properties as public menaces, authorizing the Director of Community Development to cut, clean, and demolish structures on non-compliant properties. The Board approved several routine items, including a revised police department organization chart, a new job description, and agreements for port-related services.

• Awarded $281,034 sealed proposal to Central Asphalt Company for Vicksburg Forest Products Rail & Drainage Improvements (unanimous)
• Declared 8 properties as public menaces and authorized cut, clean, and demolish actions (unanimous)
• Adopted revised Vicksburg Police Department Organization Chart effective July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved job description for Deputy Chief of Homicide/Gang Prevention (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute letter canceling License Agreement with Blue Duck Express, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Letter Agreement with Neel-Schaffer for USDOT RAISE Grant Application for Port of Vicksburg Expansion (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Agreement to Jointly Fund Environmental Assessment for New Port with Warren County Port Commission and Neel-Schaffer (unanimous)
• Approved pay adjustment for Right of Way Department laborer to $11.50/hour and suspension of Fire Department Captain III for 24-hour shift (unanimous)

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including water line improvements on Highway 61 South and sewer extensions for Indiana Avenue. The agenda also includes approving various city contracts, personnel changes, and street closing requests.

• Final payment of $62,705.17 to Central Asphalt Company, Inc. for street resurfacing
• Contract with Red Oak Construction, LLC for Highway 61 South water line improvements
• $9,375.00 permit fee for Kansas City Southern Railway pipeline crossing at Lee Street
• Sealed proposals for Indiana Avenue sewer extensions and airport drainage improvements
• Approval of warehouse licenses for Ergon Asphalt, Citgo, and others

The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, parade route changes, and various contracts. It declared 18 properties a public menace and authorized cutting, cleaning, and demolition. It also approved promotions, a pay adjustment, a suspension, and a disciplinary hearing outcome in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, parade route, and auditorium use (3-0)
• Declared 18 properties a public menace and authorized cut/clean/demolition (3-0)
• Approved $1,000 YMCA advertisement for Run Thru History (3-0)
• Approved final payment of $62,705.17 to Central Asphalt for street resurfacing (3-0)
• Approved Free Port Warehouse Licenses for 6 companies (3-0)
• Authorized contract with Red Oak Construction for Highway 61 South Water Line Improvements (3-0)
• Approved promotions, pay adjustment, suspension, and disciplinary hearing in executive session (3-0)
• Tabled bids for Runway 1 Drainage Improvements at Vicksburg Municipal Airport (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several infrastructure contracts, including work for Kuhn Memorial Park and Lee Street sewer repairs. The meeting also includes discussions on fund transfers for water and gas accounts and resolutions regarding federal disaster assistance for the February 2021 ice storm.

• $727,581.40 contract with Wildstone Construction Services for Kuhn Memorial Park & Sherman Avenue Park
• $306,430.25 final payment to Path Company, LLC for Energy Equipment Installation
• $347,076.54 fund transfer from the ERBR Kemp Bottom Road Bridge Project Account to Water & Gas
• Contract with Red Oak Construction, LLC for Lee Street Sanitary Sewer Repair
• Ordinances to close and vacate portions of Eastland Drive and Mattingly Street

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously awarded the storm debris removal and disposal services bid to Graham County Land Company at $9.25 per cubic yard. The board also approved several contracts, including a $727,581.40 agreement with Wildstone Construction Services for park improvements, and authorized the mayor to execute a FEMA disaster assistance agreement for the February 2021 ice storm. All decisions were made unanimously with Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Monsour voting in favor.

• Awarded storm debris removal bid to Graham County Land Company (3-0)
• Approved $727,581.40 contract with Wildstone Construction Services for Kuhn Memorial Park & Sherman Avenue Park (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute FEMA disaster assistance agreement for February 2021 ice storm (3-0)
• Adopted ordinance closing and vacating portion of Eastland Drive (3-0)
• Adopted ordinance closing and vacating portion of Mattingly Street (3-0)
• Authorized contract with Red Oak Construction for Lee Street sanitary sewer repair (3-0)
• Approved $306,430.25 final payment to Path Company for energy equipment installation (3-0)
• Approved $750 advertisement for Malcolm Butler Football Camp (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several infrastructure contracts and ordinance amendments. Items include water line improvements, drainage cleaning, and changes to fee waiver procedures. The meeting also includes discussions on city pool fees and updates for the Southern Cultural Heritage Center.

• Award bid for Highway 61 South Water Line Improvements to Red Oak Construction ($357,200.00)
• Ordinance amendment regarding fee waivers and certificate of occupancy requirements
• Proposed special summer fees for the City Pool
• Professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for Riverfront Park repairs
• $2,500.00 matching funds request for United Way's Excel by 5 Coalition

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a $357,200 bid for the Highway 61 South Water Line Improvements, declared seven properties on East Main Street and Oak Street public menaces, and authorized cleanup and demolition. The board also approved special reduced fees for the 2021 city pool swim season, adopted an ordinance amending fee waiver rules, and authorized several professional services agreements. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Awarded Highway 61 South Water Line Improvements bid to Red Oak Construction for $357,200 (3-0)
• Declared 7 properties public menaces and authorized cut, clean, and demolition (3-0)
• Approved special 2021 swim season fees: $2 daily for all ages, $40 individual/$60 family passes (3-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending fee waiver sections 6-8 and 23-8 (3-0)
• Authorized professional services agreements with Stantec for drainage/storm sewer and Riverfront Park repairs (3-0)
• Authorized Allen & Hoshall agreement for natural gas system improvements (3-0)
• Approved $1,000 ad from Vicksburg Daily News and $675 in ads from The Vicksburg Post (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 matching funds for Vicksburg Warren Excel by 5 Coalition (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider authorizing a request for proposals (RFP) for storm debris clean-up. The agenda also includes the approval of a claims docket.

• Request for Proposals (RFP) for Storm Debris Clean-up (ID-21-0483A)
• Approval of Claims Docket (ID-21-0484B)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special meeting and unanimously authorized the City Clerk to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for storm debris clean-up. They also unanimously approved the claims docket (items 169830-169833). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized City Clerk to advertise RFP for storm debris clean-up (3-0)
• Approved claims docket 169830-169833 (3-0)

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The Board will consider an emergency declaration due to recent severe weather and tornado damage. The agenda also includes reviewing warehouse license applications and discussing at-home recycling services.

• Emergency declaration due to May 4, 2021, severe weather
• Final approval for tax abatement at 1311 Washington Street
• Ratification of FAA grant agreement for Vicksburg Municipal Airport
• Lease agreement with Shape Up Mississippi near the airport
• Sealed proposals for Highway 61 South Waterline Improvements

The Board unanimously declared several properties as public menaces and authorized the Director of Community Development to cut, clean, and demolish structures, with costs assessed to owners. It also adopted budget amendments, an emergency declaration for severe weather, and approved personnel actions including pay adjustments and promotions. The Highway 61 South Waterline Improvements proposal was taken under advisement.

• Declared 8 properties public menaces, authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for May 10, 2021 (3-0)
• Adopted emergency declaration for May 4 severe weather (3-0)
• Approved tax abatement for 1311 Washington Street (3-0)
• Ratified FAA Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant Agreement (3-0)
• Authorized lease with Shape Up Mississippi for airport property (3-0)
• Approved longevity pay, pay adjustments, and promotions in executive session (3-0)
• Took Highway 61 South Waterline Improvements under advisement

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The Board will review personnel changes, community event requests, and utility fund transfers. The agenda also includes the rejection of park construction bids and authorization for new drainage advertisements.

• Rejection of bids for Kuhn Civil Rights Park and Sherman Avenue Park
• Authorization of sealed bids for Runway 1 Drainage Improvements
• Final payment and close-out for the 592 Waterline Project
• Fund transfers to the Water & Gas Account from various project accounts
• Approval of advertisement requests for Lake Fest and Lupus Awareness

The Board rejected the lowest bid for the Kuhn Civil Rights Park and Sherman Avenue Park projects because it did not comply with contract specifications, and awarded the contract to the second-lowest bidder, Wildstone Construction Services, for a base bid of $531,024.00. The vote was 2-1, with Mayor Flaggs voting against. The Board also approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, bid advertisements, and various expenditures, and handled routine items such as a COVID-19 proclamation and a property demolition declaration.

• Rejected Construction Specialist, LLC's low bid for Kuhn Civil Rights Park and Sherman Avenue Park (2-1)
• Awarded park contract to Wildstone Construction Services, base bid $531,024.00 (2-1)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, bid advertisements, and expenditures
• Approved $100 advertisement for Lake Fest at Eagle Lake
• Approved $500 advertisement for Paint Vicksburg Purple Lupus Awareness
• Declared 2515 Warrenton Road a public menace and authorized demolition
• Approved Juneteenth Festival request including $500 advertisement and equipment use
• Approved executive session personnel actions including pay adjustments and disciplinary hearings

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several requests for street closures, event permits, and contract amendments. Key items include approving funds for E-911 dispatcher salaries and awarding a bid for Lee Street sewer improvements. The agenda also includes authorizations for July 4th fireworks and airport funding applications.

• Awarding $214,946.65 bid to Red Oak Construction for Lee Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Approving $47,325.68 for E-911 dispatcher salaries, benefits, and insurance
• Authorizing a contract with Pyroman Fireworks 2, LLC for July 4th fireworks
• Reviewing a $750 advertisement request for the Vicksburg Vintage Motorcycle Show
• Approving a change order for the 2020 Street Resurfacing Program with Central Asphalt

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a $214,946.65 sewer improvement contract for Lee Street, accepted bids for park projects, and declared multiple properties a public menace, authorizing cleanup and demolition. The board also approved consent agenda items, budget amendments, and several contracts, including a July 4th fireworks agreement.

• Awarded Lee Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements to Red Oak Construction for $214,946.65 (3-0)
• Declared 10 properties a public menace and authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including event permits, ads, and reports (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for April 23, 2021 (3-0)
• Authorized contract with Pyroman Fireworks 2, LLC for July 4th fireworks (3-0)
• Approved FY2022 Airport Multimodal Funds application for Hangar B-3 rehab (3-0)
• Authorized Stantec Consulting Services agreement for Riverfront Park (3-0)
• Approved executive session personnel actions including pay adjustments and suspension (3-0)

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review a request to rezone 114 Bazinsky Road from residential to commercial. The agenda also includes a petition to close part of Eastland Drive and the approval of several infrastructure contracts.

• Rezoning 114 Bazinsky Road from R-2 Single Family Residential to C-4 General Commercial
• $1,650.00 advertisement for Four Seasons of the Arts String Quartet Concert
• Change Order #8 for Hemphill Construction Company on Section 592 Waterline Improvements
• Professional Services Agreement with Stantec for NRCS Site Projects
• Final approval for tax abatement at 1416 Washington Street

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, reports, and funding requests. They also approved rezoning 114 Bazinsky Road from R-2 to C-4, adopted a tax abatement for 1416 Washington Street, and authorized several contracts and agreements. The board went into executive session to discuss personnel matters and approved promotions, a suspension, and a reprimand.

• Approved consent agenda including new hires, reports, and funding requests (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 114 Bazinsky Road from R-2 to C-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted tax abatement for 1416 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Authorized DJ service contracts for block parties (unanimous)
• Authorized change order #8 for waterline project with Hemphill Construction (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Stantec for NRCS site projects (unanimous)
• Approved promotions in Ambulance and Fire Departments (unanimous)
• Approved suspension of Firefighter III for 48 hours (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several items including a $1,107,113 purchase for two fire trucks and a $30,000 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter. The agenda also includes engineering contracts for airport drainage and street repairs.

• Purchase of two fire trucks from Sunbelt Fire for $1,107,113
• $30,000 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter
• Engineering contract for Runway 1 drainage and safety improvements at Vicksburg Municipal Airport
• Special assessments for property maintenance on Bodley, Cairo Drive, First East Street, Grove Street, and Second North Street
• $750 matching funds to Rainbow Farms, MS Therapeutic Riding Center for the Handicapped

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on April 9, 2021, and unanimously approved all agenda items. These included a $1,110,000 equipment lease purchase, a $1,107,000 purchase of two fire trucks from Sunbelt Fire, a $30,000 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter, and a $1,000 advertisement with Vicksburg Daily News. The board also approved a $750 matching fund for Rainbow Farms, a floodplain variance request, a property conveyance, and several professional service contracts. Personnel actions included a resignation and a transfer with a pay increase, both approved in executive session.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several infrastructure contracts and significant fund transfers. This includes approving a $998,000 contract for waterline protection and a $1.2 million transfer for levee improvements. The agenda also covers personnel hires and street closures for community events.

• $998,000 contract with Anderson Contracting, LLC for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project
• $1,200,000 fund transfer to the 2020 City of Vicksburg Levee Improvements Funds Account
• Final approval for tax abatement for Vicksburg Plant Food Inc. at 286 Fairground Street
• Agreement with Warren County to provide a vaccination site during the pandemic
• $46,285.54 payment for E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits

The Board unanimously approved a $998,000 contract with Anderson Contracting, LLC for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project, and also authorized the Mayor to execute an agreement with Warren County to provide a vaccination site during the pandemic. The Board accepted a recommendation to reject KipCo's bid for the Lee Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements due to lack of railroad process familiarity, and approved a tax abatement for Vicksburg Plant Food Inc. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved $998,000 contract with Anderson Contracting, LLC for Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement with Warren County to provide vaccination site during pandemic
• Rejected KipCo's bid for Lee Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements per Allen & Hoshall recommendation
• Adopted resolution granting final tax abatement for Vicksburg Plant Food Inc. at 286 Fairground Street/Dorsey Street
• Approved pay adjustment for Baseball Umpire/UIC from $45 to $40 per game in Recreation Department
• Approved consent agenda including new hires, street closures, and fund transfers
• Authorized Mayor to execute support services agreement with Terry Service, Inc. for Vicksburg Convention Center
• Authorized Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 with Neel Schaffer, Inc. for port environmental and engineering services

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider budget amendments and a contract award for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project. The meeting also includes acknowledging COVID-19 reopening proclamations and approving a street closure request on Clay Street.

• Awarding Anderson Contracting, LLC $998,000.00 for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project
• Adopting budget amendments ID-21-0297A
• Acknowledging COVID-19 reopening proclamations
• Approving a request to block Clay Street between Walnut and Washington Streets

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved all agenda items, including awarding the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project bid to Anderson Contracting, LLC for $998,000. They also adopted budget amendments, approved COVID-19 re-opening proclamations for the city and the Sue Roberts Senior Center, and allowed a temporary street closure for a sign installation. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Adopted the agenda as printed.
• Adopted budget amendments for March 29, 2021.
• Awarded the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project bid to Anderson Contracting, LLC for $998,000.00 (Base Bid: $785,700.00 + Alternate Bid: $212,300.00).
• Approved a proclamation re-opening Vicksburg while minimizing COVID-19 risk, effective April 1 through May 1, 2021.
• Approved a proclamation re-opening the Sue Roberts Senior Center, effective May 3 through August 2, 2021.
• Approved a request to block off Clay Street between Walnut and Washington Streets on March 31, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., for sign installation at 1301 Washington Street.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider a resolution to approve a non-revolving line of credit up to $4,000,000 for flood protection and infrastructure improvements. Other agenda items include reviewing proposals for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project and authorizing property demolitions.

• Resolution for a $4,000,000 line of credit to fund flood and street repairs
• Rejection and re-advertisement of proposals for the Vicksburg Forest Products Rail and Drainage Project
• Special assessments for demolition at 1800 Clay Street and 1114 Farmer Street
• $625.00 sponsorship request to The Vicksburg Post
• Intermittent closure of Washington Street on March 30, 2021

The Board approved a resolution to secure a non-revolving line of credit up to $4 million, funded by a Grant Anticipation Note, for interim financing of flood protection and related improvements. They also received bids for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project, with the lowest bid at $998,000 from Anderson Contracting, and rejected all bids for the Vicksburg Forest Products Rail and Drainage Project, authorizing re-advertisement. The Board declared 11 properties as public menaces, authorizing cleanup and demolition, and approved a disciplinary hearing outcome allowing a police officer to return to work.

• Approved $4M line of credit for flood protection and related improvements.
• Received bids for Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project; lowest bid $998,000 from Anderson Contracting.
• Rejected all bids for Vicksburg Forest Products Rail and Drainage Project; authorized re-advertisement.
• Declared 11 properties as public menaces; authorized cleanup and demolition.
• Approved police officer's return to work after disciplinary hearing.
• Approved $625 sponsorship ad with The Vicksburg Post.
• Approved special assessments for cutting/cleaning at 1800 Clay St and 1114 Farmer St.
• Authorized Mayor to execute promissory note for 1720 Crawford St under Blight Elimination Program.

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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $40,000 sponsorship for the 63rd Annual Miss Mississippi Pageant, an $8,000 sponsorship for the Miss Mississippi Outstanding Teen Pageant, and a $500 ad for Alcorn State University's A-Club. They also approved a $60,000 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Chamber of Commerce and a $5,000 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Retirement Development Program. The board declared 901 Pierce Street a public menace and authorized demolition. In executive session, they approved a pay adjustment for a firefighter, a termination in the Fire Department, and a suspension in the Police Department.

• Approved $40,000 sponsorship for 63rd Annual Miss Mississippi Pageant
• Approved $8,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi Outstanding Teen Pageant
• Approved $500 ad for Alcorn State University A-Club Alumni Association
• Approved $60,000 contribution to Vicksburg-Warren Chamber of Commerce
• Approved $5,000 contribution to Vicksburg-Warren Retirement Development Program
• Declared 901 Pierce Street a public menace and authorized demolition
• Approved pay adjustment for Firefighter III to $11.42/hour
• Approved termination of a Firefighter I and suspension of a Police Investigator

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several infrastructure upgrades and city expenditures. This includes approving funds for 911 dispatchers, debris removal, and energy equipment installation.

• $89,011.20 pay application to Path Company for energy equipment installation
• Resolution to upgrade 10 streetlights near Marshall/Speed Street to LED lights
• $38,906.45 payment for Vicksburg-Warren 911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
• $4,945.00 invoice to DMBW, LLC for debris removal at 1720 Crawford Street
• Grant agreement for the City of Vicksburg Levee Improvements Fund

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payments for demolition, 911 dispatcher salaries, and a Vicksburg Daily News ad. They received and referred five bids for the Lee Street sanitary sewer repair to the engineer for review. The board also adopted budget amendments, authorized the mayor to execute several agreements, and approved a resolution to upgrade streetlights to LED. In executive session, they approved personnel actions including a suspension and a pay adjustment.

• Approved consent agenda including $4,945 demolition invoice for 1720 Crawford St. (3-0)
• Received sealed proposals for Lee Street sewer repair; referred to Allen & Hoshall for review (3-0)
• Adopted budget amendments for March 10, 2021 (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute Request for Cash No. 19 with Mississippi Home Corporation (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to upgrade 10 Marshall/Speed Street streetlights to LED (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute MOA with MDAH for heritage preservation grant (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract for updated Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
• Approved executive session items: extended medical leave, longevity pay, pay adjustment, two suspensions (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing proposals for rail and drainage improvements and authorizing bids for local parks. The meeting also includes approving contracts for engineering studies, staffing, and land easements.

• Bids for Kuhn Civil Rights Park and Sherman Avenue Park
• 60-day time extension for Anaerobic Sludge Digester Improvements at the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Contract with Trilogy Engineering Services for a water system optimization study
• Ratification of deeds and easements from Ernest Thomas Properties, Mid-South Lumber, and AT&T Mississippi
• Staffing agreement with Express Employment Professionals

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special meeting and unanimously approved all agenda items. They received sealed bids for the Vicksburg Forest Products Rail and Drainage Improvements Project and referred them to the Selection Committee. They also authorized advertising for bids on park projects, accepted a deed and easements, and authorized several contracts and a change order.

• Received sealed bids for Vicksburg Forest Products Rail and Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Referred bids to Selection Committee for review and recommendation (unanimous)
• Authorized City Clerk to advertise sealed bids for Kuhn Civil Rights Park and Sherman Avenue Park (unanimous)
• Ratified and accepted deed from Ernest Thomas Properties, LP and easements from Mid-South Lumber & Supply, Inc. and BellSouth Telecommunications (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute staffing agreement with Express Employment Professionals (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Change Order No. 1 with Mitchell Contracting, Inc. for 60-day time extension (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute contract with Shelter Planners of America (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute contract with Trilogy Engineering Services for water system study (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider ordinances regarding livestock zoning and economic development fee waivers. They are also reviewing proposals to upgrade streetlights in Fostoria and Wildwood to LED. Additionally, the board will address personnel matters during an executive session.

• $254,900.00 purchase of a John Deere Excavator for the Street Department
• Ordinance to limit livestock to agricultural zones
• Resolution to upgrade Fostoria and Wildwood streetlights to LED
• Ordinance regarding fee waivers for economic development projects
• Street closure request for Grace Christian Counseling Center event

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adopting prior minutes and allowing a street closure for a community event. They also approved several routine items, including a $254,900 excavator purchase, a pothole patcher bid, and the dedication of a water line right-of-way. The board adopted resolutions to upgrade streetlights to LED in the Fostoria and Wildwood neighborhoods, and passed ordinances restricting livestock to agricultural zones and creating economic development incentives with fee waivers. In executive session, they approved personnel actions including longevity pay, pay adjustments, and a termination.

• Adopted the agenda and consent agenda, including minutes from January 25, 2021.
• Approved a street closure for Grace Christian Counseling Center's Spring Grace's Marketplace event on March 27, 2021.
• Authorized a $254,900 requisition to Stribling Equipment for a John Deere Excavator for the Street Department.
• Accepted the dedication of a water line right-of-way along Summit Ridge Drive, Osage Trail, and Chelsea Lane.
• Awarded a reverse auction bid for pothole patchers to Sansom Equipment Company.
• Adopted resolutions to upgrade streetlights to LED in the Fostoria and Wildwood communities.
• Adopted an ordinance restricting livestock to agricultural zones within the city.
• Adopted an ordinance creating economic development incentives, allowing fee waivers for qualifying projects.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss street repair funding and bids for pothole patchers. The board also considers a resolution for downtown condominium development using surplus property. Additionally, the agenda includes airport funding ratifications and use of city facilities.

• Resolution declaring property surplus for downtown condominium development
• Bids for truck-mounted pothole patchers
• Update on FEMA street repair funding
• Agreement with Vicksburg Girls' Softball Association for use of softball fields
• Ratification of CARES Act funds application for Vicksburg Municipal Airport

The Board unanimously adopted a resolution declaring property surplus and authorizing conveyance for downtown condominium development. They also approved several routine items including a pothole patcher bid referral, temporary worker hires, and a water capacity study committee. The appeal hearing for Homer Wilkes regarding vinyl siding at 501 Klein Street was taken under advisement.

• Adopted resolution declaring property surplus for downtown condominium development (3-0)
• Referred pothole patcher bid from SANSOM EQUIPMENT COMPANY to Selection Committee (3-0)
• Approved hiring temporary workers for 90 days for Public Works (3-0)
• Authorized letter to MDOT for Transportation Alternative Program project activation (3-0)
• Approved pay adjustment reducing sweeper driver to laborer at $8.59/hour (3-0)
• Approved retro pay of $452.79 for Fire Department employee (3-0)
• Ratified contract with PPM for Storm Water Permit at airport (2-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved claims docket (2-0, Mayor recused)

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The Board will review crime statistics and approve several fund transfers between city accounts. Agenda items include a memorandum of agreement with Third Coast Airsoft, LLC and advertising for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project. An executive session is scheduled to discuss police pay adjustments and real estate matters.

• Transfer $3,412,815.00 for ERBR Kemp Bottom Bridge Project
• Authorize advertising for Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project
• Execute Memorandum of Agreement with Third Coast Airsoft, LLC
• Review January 2021 Police Department Crime Statistic Report
• Transfer $73,988.47 from Gen Obligation Bond Account to Water & Gas Account

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met in a special session and approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions, fund transfers, and a memorandum of agreement. Mayor Flaggs appointed two committees: one to recommend on a utility audit and another to consider expanding residential tax abatements county-wide. The board also entered executive session to approve a police pay adjustment and discuss a real estate matter.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel resignation, crime stats report, fund transfers, and MOA with Third Coast Airsoft (3-0)
• Appointed committee to recommend on utility audit necessity (3-0)
• Appointed committee to recommend on expanding residential tax abatement to entire county (3-0)
• Approved police officer pay adjustment from $22.36 to $22.56 per hour (3-0)
• Discussed real estate matter in executive session; resolution to be placed on Feb 25 agenda
• Approved all items taken up in executive session (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is meeting to adopt emergency policies and resolutions related to a winter storm. This includes updates to the inclement weather policy and authorization for water system or utility repairs. The Board will also consider a contract with West Central Mississippi United Way to provide meals to elderly and disabled residents.

• Adoption of Revised Emergency, Hazardous Conditions, and Inclement Weather Policy
• Emergency Resolution for water system or utility repairs following winter storm
• Contract with West Central Mississippi United Way for meal provision to elderly and disabled residents

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special meeting and unanimously adopted a revised emergency, hazardous conditions, and inclement weather policy, an emergency resolution for water system repairs, and authorized the mayor to contract with West Central Mississippi United Way for meals to elderly and disabled residents affected by the winter storm.

• Adopted revised Emergency, Hazardous Conditions, and Inclement Weather Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency resolution for water system or utility repairs (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to execute contract with West Central Mississippi United Way for meals (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will review orders for the demolition and site clearing of five specific properties. They will also consider wetland mitigation credits for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project. Additionally, the agenda includes street closures and various personnel actions.

• Demolition and site clearing orders for five properties including 719 Cherry Street
• $13,950.00 payment for wetland mitigation credits for the Vicksburg Waterline Protection Project
• Contract amendment with Suncoast Infrastructures, Inc. for the Sewer Assessment Program
• Street closure of Veto Street on February 24 for a dedication ceremony
• Resolution to provide matching funds to The Kings Empowerment Center

The Board unanimously approved a contract with Theobald Construction Services, LLC for the Halls Ferry Park Road extension and authorized the Mayor to issue a notice to proceed. The Board also approved several other items, including a COVID-19 reopening proclamation, a $13,950 payment for wetland mitigation credits, and a resolution for matching funds to The Kings Empowerment Center. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved contract with Theobald Construction Services, LLC for Halls Ferry Park Road extension (3-0)
• Authorized $13,950 payment for wetland mitigation credits from Panther Creek Mitigation Bank (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to provide matching funds to The Kings Empowerment Center (3-0)
• Acknowledged COVID-19 reopening proclamation effective Feb 15-Apr 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, street closures, and $500 ads for Alcorn State and Miss Vicksburg USA (3-0)
• Declared 5 properties as public nuisances and authorized demolition/site clearing (3-0)
• Approved executive session personnel actions including pay adjustments, suspension, and termination (3-0)
• Approved $500 advertisement for Alcorn State University softball tournament (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several financial and personnel items. This includes approving police vehicle purchases, dispatcher salaries, and tax abatements for First East Street properties. The board will also address agreements for vaccine transportation and community heritage grants.

• $55,220 purchase of two Dodge Durangos for the Police Department
• $52,574.15 payment for Vicksburg-Warren 911 dispatcher salaries and benefits
• Tax abatements for properties at 1100 and 1102/1104 First East Street
• Agreement with NRoute for transportation to COVID-19 vaccination sites
• Special assessments for cleaning properties including 808 Bowmar Avenue

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, including personnel actions, invoices, and special assessments for property cleanup. They declared four properties public menaces and authorized demolition/cleanup. The board also approved several routine items, including a COVID-19 vaccination transportation agreement and a sewer repair contract amendment.

• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, invoices, and special assessments (3-0)
• Declared 4 properties public menaces and authorized cleanup/demolition (3-0)
• Authorized agreement with NRoute for COVID-19 vaccination site transportation (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Suncoast Infrastructure for sewer repairs, adding 56 days (3-0)
• Approved $55,220 for two Dodge Durangos for police (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,000 ad purchase from Vicksburg Daily News (consent agenda)
• Approved executive session items: medical leave, police pay adjustment, IT longevity pay (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a road extension award and a pickleball project. The agenda includes requests for community center matching funds and election support proposals. The board will also address personnel actions and traffic control for an upcoming event.

• Award bid for Halls Ferry Park Road Extension to Theobald Construction Services, LLC for $185,125.00
• Contract with Quality Court Industries, LLC for Halls Ferry Park Pickle Ball Project for $253,676.57
• $2,500.00 matching funds request for Good Shepherd Community Center
• Traffic control and lane closure requests for 'Run Thru History' on March 6, 2021
• Lease purchase agreements with Trustmark National Bank

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and financial transfers. Items include a multi-million dollar bridge replacement contract and funding for an ambulance rescue unit. The board will also consider changes to local voting precinct locations and various legislative requests.

• $3,438,837.47 contract for Kemp Bottom Road Bridge Replacement
• $213,253.00 requisition for an Ambulance Department Rescue Unit
• Ordinance to change voting precinct locations for Precinct #4 and #5
• Decrease in mileage reimbursement rates for city employees traveling on business
• $300,000 annual funding request for the Thad Cochran Mississippi Center for Innovation and Technology

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a $3,438,837.47 contract with T.L. Wallace Construction for the Kemp Bottom Road Bridge Replacement, and adopted a resolution to acquire equipment via lease purchases up to $1,100,000. They also approved numerous consent agenda items, including payments, personnel actions, and special assessments for property cleanup. In executive session, they approved a pay adjustment, a suspension, a termination with probation, and a disciplinary hearing outcome for a police officer.

• Approved $3,438,837.47 contract for Kemp Bottom Road Bridge Replacement (3-0)
• Adopted resolution for equipment lease purchases up to $1,100,000 (3-0)
• Approved $48,924.80 payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911 for dispatcher salaries (3-0)
• Approved $22,000 certificate of deposit in lieu of retainage for waterline project (3-0)
• Approved $176,330.27 and $64,284.98 payments to Path Company for energy equipment (3-0)
• Approved special assessments for 19 properties for cutting/cleaning (3-0)
• Approved pay adjustment for Deputy City Clerk to $21.85/hour (3-0)
• Approved suspension and termination of a Permit Technician with 60-day probation (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several administrative items, including contract payments and advertising requests. The agenda also includes the adoption of a drug and alcohol testing plan for the Gas Department and an agreement regarding municipal election systems.

• Final payment of $162,857.81 to Anderson Contracting, LLC for Hennessey Bayou erosion control
• $49,768.00 purchase from Atwood Fence Company for interstate welcome signs
• Receipt of proposals for the Halls Ferry Road Park Extension
• Adoption of an updated drug and alcohol testing plan for the Gas Department
• Interlocal agreement regarding municipal election management systems and voting machines

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several funding requests, including $26,000 for H.I.V. Services, Inc. and $500 for local ministries. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding a dog park property closing and contributions to Crime Stoppers. Personnel matters will be reviewed in an executive session.

• $26,000 allocation of matching funds to H.I.V. Services, Inc.
• $500 matching funds for God's Appointed People Ministries and New Beginning Church in Christ
• Resolution to ratify closing on property for a dog park
• Contribution of funds to Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers
• Ratification of MOU with Waffle House, Inc. at 70 Warrenton Road

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on January 4, 2021, with Mayor Flaggs and Alderman Monsour present (Alderman Mayfield absent). They unanimously approved the consent agenda, including matching funds for two community groups, and adopted several routine resolutions, including a COVID-19 reopening proclamation and a dog park property closing. In executive session, they approved multiple personnel actions, including pay adjustments, longevity pay, suspensions, and a termination, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved $500 matching funds to God's Appointed People Ministries and New Beginning Church in Christ (2-0)
• Approved $26,000 matching funds to H.I.V. Services, Inc. (2-0)
• Acknowledged COVID-19 reopening proclamation effective Dec 23, 2020 through Jan 15, 2021 (2-0)
• Adopted resolution to ratify closing on property for dog park (2-0)
• Adopted resolution to contribute funds to Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers (2-0)
• Ratified MOU with Waffle House at 70 Warrenton Road (2-0)
• Approved personnel actions: pay adjustments, longevity pay, suspensions, and one termination (2-0)
• Approved all executive session items (2-0)