Vicksburg public meetings in 2024

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider an ordinance updating ward precincts and polling places following the 2020 Census. Also on the agenda: approval of personnel actions, including a new police hire and appointments to the election commission and Civil Service Board; surplus vehicle donations; and multiple payments, notably $108,371 for Constitution Firehouse rehabilitation and $55,010 for E-911 dispatcher salaries. A public hearing on properties deemed a public menace is scheduled.

• Ordinance amending Section 8-9 on voting precincts and polling places due to 2020 Census (ID-24-1525)
• New hire for Police Department (ID-24-1520)
• Appointment of five Municipal Election Commissioners (ID-24-1501)
• Payment of $108,371.25 to Ramsay Construction for Constitution Firehouse Rehabilitation (ID-24-1504)
• Payment of $55,010.26 for E-911 dispatcher salaries and benefits (ID-24-1504)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted an ordinance amending ward precinct polling places based on the 2020 Census redistricting. They also declared four properties as public menaces and authorized the Director of Community Development to cut, clean, or demolish structures, with costs assessed to owners. The board approved a consent agenda including personnel actions, appointments, surplus property donations, and various payments, and authorized several agreements and change orders.

• Adopted ordinance amending ward precinct polling places (2-0)
• Declared 4 properties public menaces, authorized cleanup/demolition (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including new police hire, appointments, surplus donations (2-0)
• Approved $301 sponsorship for Warren Central Athletic Booster Club (2-0)
• Approved $5,000 matching funds to Exchange Club Child and Parent Center (2-0)
• Authorized $24,975 Hyper-Reach emergency notification agreement (2-0)
• Approved $5,130 change order for Constitution Firehouse brick restoration (2-0)
• Approved pay adjustments for ambulance and fire department personnel (2-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet to discuss a specific fund transfer. The board is considering authorizing the City Clerk to move money between city accounts.

• Transfer of $1,500,000.00 from the Separate City of Vicksburg Reserve Fund Account to the City’s Water & Gas (pooled cash) Account (ID-24-1526)

At a special called meeting, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved transferring $1,500,000 from the Separate City of Vicksburg Reserve Fund Account to the City's Water & Gas (pooled cash) Account. The motion was made by Mayor Flaggs Jr., seconded by Alderman Monsour Jr., and passed with two ayes and one absence (Alderman Mayfield). No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved transfer of $1,500,000 from reserve fund to Water & Gas pooled cash account (2-0, 1 absent)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The board will consider awarding a request for proposals (RFP) for a fleet leasing and management program. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is routine procedural business.

• Award of RFP for Fleet Leasing/Management Program (ID-24-1499)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met and adopted the agenda as printed. The only substantive decision was awarding the Request for Proposals for a fleet leasing/management program to Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. The motion passed unanimously with all three members voting in favor.

• Adopted agenda as printed (3-0)
• Awarded fleet leasing/management RFP to Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on an ordinance regarding the discharge of firearms and the reporting of lost or stolen weapons. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure payments and special assessments for property demolition and clearing.

• Proposed ordinance to increase penalties for discharging firearms and require reporting of loss or theft
• Payment of $196,600.45 to Denali Water Solutions, LLC for wastewater plant sludge removal
• Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition of 13 properties, including 1843 Martin Luther King Blvd
• Payment of $91,418.50 to Ramsay Construction Group for Constitution Firehouse Rehabilitation
• Final pay application of $54,555.36 for the Washington Street Rehabilitation Project

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted an ordinance amending Section 17-160 of the City Code to increase penalties for discharging firearms, require reporting loss or theft of a firearm, and provide for firearm forfeiture. The board also approved consent agenda items including personnel actions, payments, and a final change order for the Washington Street Rehabilitation Project, and authorized several contracts and agreements.

• Adopted ordinance increasing penalties for discharging firearms, requiring reporting loss/theft, and allowing forfeiture (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, payments, and Washington Street Rehabilitation closeout (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Task Order #4 with Neel Schaffer for engineering services up to $7,500 (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute MOU with Fastway (3-0)
• Received sealed RFPs for Fleet Leasing/Management Program from Enterprise Fleet Management and Global Lease Group (3-0)
• Approved invoice #1102250 to Neel Schaffer for $6,900 for Iowa Boulevard Headwall Project (2-0, Monsour recused)
• Approved pay adjustments and longevity pay for Fire, Police, Court Services, Ambulance, and Inspection departments (3-0)
• Continued proclamation of local emergency (curfew for minors) (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider resolutions to rename Johnson Street and to condemn 12 properties for cleaning or demolition. They will also vote on a $832,527 fund transfer, a $169,170 airport apron payment, and several sponsorships. The agenda includes recognitions, personnel actions, and insurance renewals.

• Adopt resolution to change Johnson Street to Rev. Robert L. Miller Street
• Public hearing on 12 properties for cutting, cleaning, demolition (e.g., 527 Dabney St, 0 Marshall St, 502 Fairground St)
• Authorize $832,527.11 transfer from MS Infrastructure Bond Fund to Water & Gas account
• Approve $169,170.75 payment to Hendrick Construction for Vicksburg Municipal Airport apron reconstruction
• Approve $5,000 sponsorship for Mississippi Alpha Network's 53rd annual district conference

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions, sponsorships, and payments. They also declared several properties a public menace and authorized demolition, renamed Johnson Street to Rev. Robert L. Miller Street, and tabled a firearms ordinance amendment. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved consent agenda including 9 new firefighter hires (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Mississippi Alpha Network conference (3-0)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for MLK Scholarship Breakfast (3-0)
• Declared 13 properties a public menace and authorized cut/clean/demolition (3-0)
• Renamed Johnson Street to Rev. Robert L. Miller Street (3-0)
• Tabled ordinance to amend firearms discharge penalties (3-0)
• Approved $445,339 insurance policy renewal quotes (3-0)
• Approved executive session personnel actions including pay adjustments and administrative leave (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will adopt its agenda and approve several personnel actions and auditorium use requests. It will authorize payments of $57,505.67 for wastewater treatment operations, $87,791.33 for water treatment operations, and $55,629.56 for the city’s share of 15 E‑911 dispatchers. The Board will also adopt tax‑abatement resolutions for Golding Brothers Development at 101 Lee Street and for Joseph Lane Campbell at 1322 Chambers Street, and accept a special assessment for multiple properties.

• Approve ESG Operations invoice $57,505.67 for wastewater treatment facility operations
• Approve ESG Operations invoice $87,791.33 for water treatment facility operations
• Approve $55,629.56 payment for city’s share of 15 full‑time E‑911 dispatchers
• Adopt tax‑abatement resolution for Golding Brothers Development, 101 Lee Street
• Adopt tax‑abatement resolution for Joseph Lane Campbell, 1322 Chambers Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will adopt the agenda and consent items, including resignations and reappointments. It will approve several contract payments, fund transfers, and requisitions for police equipment and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes budget amendments, a $40,000 payment to the economic development foundation, and executive‑session pay adjustments.

• Approve $350,000 Memorandum of Understanding for SB 2468 Retaining Wall Project
• Approve $40,000 payment to Vicksburg‑Warren Economic Development Foundation
• Approve $25,093.60 final pay application to Killen Contractors for generators on Ford Road and Washington Street
• Approve $14,952.76 contract amendment for Animal Shelter site improvements with DDD Construction
• Approve requisitions: $41,595 to Magnet Forensics for police digital forensics system and $54,078.05 to Leica Geosystems for total station tool

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing on whether certain properties are a public menace, consider multiple construction payments for NRCS and other projects totaling over $400,000, and vote on a resolution to declare a service weapon surplus and sell it to Deputy Chief Michael Bryant. The consent agenda includes continuing a curfew for minors, approving a $1,000 matching fund request from Make-A-Wish Mississippi, and accepting a ninth amendment to a wireless license agreement for a water tank.

• Public hearing to determine if listed properties are a public menace to health, safety, and welfare
• Resolution to declare service weapon surplus and authorize sale to Deputy Chief Michael Bryant
• Approve $147,979.39 payment to Central Asphalt for NRCS Evergreen/Iowa/Patricia road work
• Approve $122,436 for animal shelter site improvements by DDD Construction
• Continue proclamation of local emergency (curfew for minors)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a consent agenda that includes $861,803.57 in fund transfers from various project accounts to reimburse the city's Water & Gas account. Other proposed actions include payment of $158,978.97 for the Washington Street Rehabilitation Project, a public nuisance hearing on properties deemed a menace to public health, and approval of a sponsorship for a Fourth Friday Block Party. The board will also discuss updates on the Southern Cultural Heritage Center and go into executive session on longevity pay for ambulance and street department employees.

• Transfer of $516,071.55 from MS Infrastructure BOND Fund to Water & Gas Account
• Payment of $158,978.97 to AJ Construction for Washington Street Rehabilitation Project
• Hearing to determine if listed properties are a public menace to health, safety, and welfare
• Authorize $500 contract with Country Que Ent LLC for musical entertainment at Fourth Friday Block Party
• Authorize tuition agreement for employee Demond Patton to attend Hinds Community College for paramedic certification

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will adopt a resolution committing matching funds for a Mississippi Development Authority site‑development grant to support the new Port Complex. The board will also approve several invoices and contracts, including payments for water and wastewater treatment operations, a bridge project, and a subdivision build‑out. Additional items include sponsorship approvals for community events and execution of ARPA contracts for emergency shelter, food assistance, and downtown security. Routine updates on the Convention Center and Convention & Visitors Bureau will be discussed.

• Adopt resolution authorizing matching funds for a site‑development grant for the new Port Complex (Resolution ID‑24‑1333)
• Approve payment of $87,791.33 to ESG Operations for water treatment facility operations (Invoice #135346)
• Approve payment of $57,505.67 to ESG Operations for wastewater treatment facility operations (Invoice #135345)
• Approve payment of $14,520.00 to Integrated Right of Way, LLC for the Fisher Ferry Road Bridge Project (Invoice #2024‑2086 0001)
• Approve sponsorship applications: $350.00 for Lendsi Radio Christmas Caroling Contest and $500.00 for 2drimhoopsLLC River City Challenge Basketball Showcase

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider ratifying city employee wage increases effective October 2, 2024. The meeting includes approvals for various infrastructure project payments and a hearing regarding properties deemed a public menace.

• Payment of $292,212.00 to Russ Builders for Ash Meadows Subdivision Project
• Payment of $145,228.33 to Central Asphalt Company, Inc. for NRCS Iowa Sites 1 & 2
• Proposed $18,335.00 contract with Neel Schaffer for City Cemetery expansion SWPPP permit
• Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition of 13 properties, including 2923 Highland Avenue
• Sponsorships totaling $2,750.00 for Miss Vicksburg Scholarship, Carpe Diem Management, and ASU A-Club

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several infrastructure payments and personnel actions. The body is also deciding on special assessments for property clearing and changes to municipal precinct descriptions.

• Final pay application of $716,669.51 to Hemphill Construction Company, Inc. for Wastewater Treatment Plant Trickling Filter and Valve Project
• Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition at 8 properties, including 1721 Martin Luther King Blvd and 1201 Clay Street
• Authorization of up to $10,000 for Vicksburg Police Department supplies for the 2025 fiscal year
• Proposed municipal precinct description changes for 11 precincts, including a new precinct at Calvary Indiana
• Lease agreement with Towanna Anderson for a community garden at 40-120 Hardin Road

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will vote on a $122,193.30 purchase for police radios and the clearing of eight specific properties. The meeting also includes requests for event funding and a public hearing on properties deemed a public menace.

• Purchase of 30 portable handheld radios for the Police Department from Motorola, Inc. for $122,193.30
• Special assessments for cutting, cleaning, and demolition of 8 properties, including 1601 and 1843 Martin Luther King Blvd
• Matching funds of $5,000.00 for the S.T.O.R.M. Fall Conference and $5,000.00 for Vicksburg Porchfest
• Rebate refund checks from ESG to the Water Plant ($13,896.50) and Wastewater Plant ($17,325.92)
• Public hearing to determine if certain properties are a public menace to health, safety, and welfare

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several contracts, including a $524,868 erosion-control project on Evergreen Drive and Patricia Street, and a $161,666 animal-shelter site-improvement contract. It will also hear updates on the Vicksburg Convention Center and adopt proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

• Approve $524,868 contract with Central Asphalt for NRCS EWP Erosion Control Project (Evergreen Drive, Iowa Boulevard Site 4, Patricia Street Stabilization)
• Approve $161,666.35 contract with DDD Construction for Animal Shelter Site Improvements
• Approve $122,782.01 contract with Central Asphalt for NRCS Iowa Sites 1 & 2
• Adopt proclamations recognizing October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Approve $3,500 petty cash fund for Vicksburg Police Department

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet to discuss budget amendments and personnel updates. The session includes a proposal to authorize a cost agreement for the Fisher Ferry Road Project.

• Cost Agreement #1 with Integrated Right of Way (iROW) for Fisher Ferry Road Project not to exceed $220,220.00
• Fisher Ferry Road Cost Agreement (FINAL) dated 9.23.2024
• Budget Amendments ID-24-1167
• Additions to Police Department employee driving list for Dedric Lane, Jr., Tszaunte Green, Joshua Wilson, and Ephraim Drake
• Executive session regarding a Police Department suspension

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet to discuss infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and public event permits. The body is also deciding on the continuation of a local emergency curfew for minors and reviewing properties that may be a public menace.

• Contract with Fordice Construction Company for NRCS EWP Erosion Control Project- Sports Force Complex for $1,071,668.75
• Sponsorship of $5,000.00 for the inauguration of Alcorn State University President Dr. Tracy M. Cook
• Payment of $59,987.75 to Ramsay Construction Group for Constitution Firehouse Rehabilitation Project
• Transfer of $237,268.64 from MS Infrastructure Fund Account to Water & Gas Account
• Hearing to determine if specific Community Development Agenda properties are a public menace

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Executive session regarding a suspension pending termination in the Police Department
• Executive session regarding a suspension pending termination in the Fire Department

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several funding allocations, contract amendments, and a zoning ordinance change. The meeting includes a request to designate Catherine's Place as a Vicksburg Landmark.

• Payment of $110,144.66 to Central Asphalt for water and sewer improvements at Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives
• Allocation of $27,000.00 to the Community Council of Warren County for the frail elderly
• Payment of $22,044.00 to Mississippi Division of Medicaid for the TREAT Program
• Proposed landmark designation and zoning ordinance amendment for 1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Sponsorship applications totaling $6,675.00 for The Vicksburg Post and Alcorn State University entities

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation to designate Catherine's Place at 1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. as a Vicksburg Landmark and adopted an ordinance amending the zoning ordinance's historic preservation section. The board also approved consent agenda items including personnel actions, sponsorships, and payments, and ratified several grant-related actions. All votes were unanimous, with Alderman Mayfield recused from consent agenda items.

• Approved landmark designation for Catherine's Place at 1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (3-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Section 828 of the Vicksburg Historic Preservation Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, sponsorships, and claims docket (2-0, Mayfield recused)
• Authorized $22,044 TREAT program assessment payment to Mississippi Division of Medicaid (3-0)
• Ratified DIP Grant #426 actions for Vicksburg Forest Products (3-0)
• Authorized MCWI Water Infrastructure Grant modification for Water Treatment Plant Project (3-0)
• Approved $575 sponsorship for Vicksburg Post magazine and $6,000 for Alcorn State scoreboard ads (consent agenda)
• Approved executive session personnel actions including pay adjustments and one termination (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board is meeting to establish a downtown taxing district and set the corresponding tax rate. Members will also consider the 2025 tax levy order and the Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport budget.

• Resolution to establish Downtown Taxing District and set tax rate (ID-24-1075)
• Tax Levy Order 2025 (ID-24-1076)
• Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport Budget (ID-24-1077)
• Budget adoption and appropriation authorization (ID-24-1078)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously adopted the 2024-2025 city budget and authorized appropriations, approved the 2025 tax levy order, established a downtown taxing district with a set tax rate, and approved the Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport budget. All actions passed 3-0.

• Adopted resolution establishing downtown taxing district and setting tax rate (3-0)
• Adopted 2025 tax levy order (3-0)
• Approved Vicksburg-Tallulah Airport 2024-2025 budget (3-0)
• Adopted 2024-2025 budget and authorized appropriations (3-0)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several contract approvals, sponsorship payments, and project awards. A key item is the adoption of an ordinance to increase monthly waste management fees from $16.50 to $21.00, with an optional extra trash can fee of $27.50. The board will also approve new rental rates for the City Park Pavilion and Ardis T. Williams Auditorium, and authorize a $153,000 basic services contract with Allen & Hoshall for sewer and road improvements.

• Approve waste collection fee increase to $21.00 per month plus $27.50 for an extra trash can (ID-24-1048)
• Award NRCS EWP contracts: $1,071,668.75 to Fordice Construction and $524,868.00 to Central Asphalt (ID-24-1070)
• Approve $8,000 sponsorship from Main Street for Mississippi Municipal League conference (ID-24-1067)
• Authorize $153,000 basic services and $89,600 resident project services contract with Allen & Hoshall (ID-24-1074)
• Approve new rental fees and contracts for City Park Pavilion and Ardis T. Williams Auditorium (ID-24-1047)

The Board approved increasing Waste Management collection fees for residential customers and commercial businesses outside downtown from $16.50 to $21.00 per month, with an optional extra trash can for $27.50. The vote was 2-1, with Alderman Monsour Jr. dissenting. The Board also approved a related ordinance amendment to garbage collection regulations. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Waste Management fee increase to $21.00/month (2-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending garbage collection regulations (2-1)
• Approved $1,071,668.75 bid to Fordice Construction for NRCS EWP Sports Force Site
• Approved $524,868.00 bid to Central Asphalt for NRCS EWP 3 sites
• Approved $8,000 sponsorship for MML Small Town Conference
• Declared 15 properties public menaces; authorized cut, clean, demolish
• Approved Allen & Hoshall contract for Summit Ridge Sewer/Road ($242,600)
• Approved new rental fees for City Park Pavilion and Ardis T. Williams Auditorium

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet to authorize a contract for utility and drainage work. The board will also enter an executive session regarding a personnel matter in the Gas Department.

• Proposed $597,000 contract with Russ Builders, LLC for Ash Meadows Subdivision storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water distribution systems
• Executive session regarding a suspension pending termination in the Gas Department

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss infrastructure grants, including a $289,899 FAA agreement for airport taxiway and apron work. The body will also hold a hearing to determine if specific properties are public menaces to community health and safety.

• Ratification of $289,899 FAA grant for Fuel Farm Access Taxiway Connector and Terminal Apron rehabilitation
• Payment of $57,505.67 and $87,791.33 to ESG Operations for wastewater treatment facility maintenance
• Contract amendment of $3,133.35 for DDD Construction and Sales, LLC for animal shelter storm sewer repairs
• Public hearing regarding properties listed as public menaces to health, safety, and welfare
• Road closure requests for Destination Downtown, Spooky Sprint 5K, and Old Court House Museum Fall Flea Market

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a special meeting at 3:00 PM on August 27, 2024. After the invocation, pledge of allegiance, and roll call, the board will enter an executive session to discuss a suspension pending termination involving the Police Department. The meeting will adjourn after the executive session.

• Executive session to consider suspension pending termination for Police Department employee (listed as "Suspension Pending Termination-Police Department (1)A")

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board will vote on several financial items, including a $440,229.95 contract with Hendrick Construction for airport apron and taxiway work and a $174,167 FAA grant agreement. It will also consider payments for Stantec consulting, 911 dispatch salaries, and a $250 sponsorship. Additional agenda items include a public hearing on the Downtown Taxing District and a resolution denying a cannabis‑related zoning amendment.

• Approve $440,229.95 contract with Hendrick Construction for Vicksburg Municipal Airport apron and taxiway reconstruction
• Approve $174,167 FAA grant agreement for airport improvements
• Approve $53,206.50 Stantec invoice for Fisher Ferry Bridge Replacement
• Approve $65,421.41 payment for city’s share of 911 dispatchers’ salaries
• Adopt resolution denying request to amend zoning ordinance for cannabis cultivation

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several infrastructure contracts and interlocal agreements with Warren County regarding tax collection. The meeting includes approvals for city holiday designations, facility use requests, and budget amendments.

• Award infrastructure construction bid for Ash Meadows Subdivision, Phase 2 to Russ Builders, LLC for $597,000.00
• Contract with Central Asphalt Company, Inc. for Iowa Boulevard Stabilization erosion control project for $305,814.00
• Purchase of four 8" water meters from Core & Main, LP for $34,360.00
• Interlocal Agreement with Warren County Board of Supervisors for centralized assessment and collection of property taxes
• Free use of Halls Ferry Park ball fields for 'Strike Out Child Abuse' Tournament on September 14-15, 2024

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet for a special session to authorize a contract for site improvements. The meeting is focused on a single routine agenda item regarding the animal shelter.

• Contract with DDD Construction & Sales for Animal Shelter Site Improvements in the amount of $300,169.95 (ID-24-0944)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on infrastructure payments and a new rehabilitation contract. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding properties that may be a public menace and a discussion on the Southern Cultural Heritage Center.

• Contract with Ramsay Construction Group, Inc. for Constitution Firehouse Rehabilitation: $364,000.00
• Payment to Central Asphalt Company, Inc. for Water and Sewer Improvements at Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives: $100,853.22
• Final pay request for Levee Street Pedestrian Rail Crossing & Site Utility Improvements: $34,180.55
• Public hearing to determine if specific properties are a public menace to health, safety, and welfare
• Authorization to set a budget hearing for September 5, 2024

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several infrastructure payments and interlocal agreements for sewer and park development. The meeting includes a public hearing on properties deemed a public menace and a proposal to change municipal voting precinct locations.

• Payment of $161,101.76 to Hemphill Construction Company for Water Treatment Plant Improvements
• Payments to ESG Operations ($55,751.25 and $85,177.83) for wastewater and water treatment maintenance
• Proposed move of Voting Precinct 9 from No. 5 Fire Station to Beech Grove M.B. Church
• Interlocal agreement for the construction and operation of sewer lift stations at the Warren County Jail site on Highway 80
• Interlocal agreement for the joint development of Riverfront Park

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on transferring over $1.24 million between city accounts, approving several contracts including $9,600 for traffic signals and $5,189 for police gear, and authorizing new hires across multiple departments. The meeting also includes personnel actions, street closures for events, and approvals for sponsorships and property transactions.

• Transfer $1,102,158 from MS Infrastructure Fund to Water & Gas Account
• Purchase $9,600 in traffic signals from Temple, Inc. (State Contract #8200075110)
• Buy $5,189 in police armor and carriers from Mid-South Uniform & Supply (State Contract #8200071299)
• Approve $5,000 sponsorship from Jeff Richburg for Cornhole & Good Times Event
• Award $364,000 contract to Ramsay Construction for Constitution Firehouse Rehabilitation

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several construction bids and project payments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding properties that may be a public menace to community health and safety.

• Contract for Iowa Avenue Headwall Replacement Project with Maynord Landscaping Co, Inc. for $1,050,250.18
• Bid award for NRCS Erosion Control Project (Iowa Boulevard Sites 1 & 2) to Central Asphalt Co., Inc. for $305,814.00
• Bid award for Animal Shelter Site Improvements to DDD Construction & Sales, LLC for $300,169.95
• Payment of $984,849.04 to AJ Construction for the Washington Street Rehabilitation Project
• Request for $68,229.00 in additional FAA federal funds for Vicksburg Municipal Airport apron and taxiway work

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several professional service invoices for water and road projects. The agenda includes discussions on tax exemptions, the establishment of a downtown taxing district, and various municipal requests.

• $20,000.00 payment to Allen&Hoshall for Vicksburg Water Well
• $42,033.22 payment to EJES for Washington Street - Haining Road to Jackson Street
• $8,099.00 payment to WGK Engineers for 2023 Roadway Overlay Improvements
• $14,742.29 pay application for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Vicksburg Forest Products, LLC at 1725 North Washington Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special meeting focused on an executive session. During the closed session, members will consider suspending two employees pending termination: one from Animal Control and one from the Gas Department. Executive sessions handle private personnel matters under state law. No public votes or policy changes are listed for this agenda.

• Executive session to discuss suspension pending termination for an Animal Control employee (ID-24-0774)
• Executive session to discuss suspension pending termination for a Gas Department employee (ID-24-0775)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will authorize a $69,784 cooperative agreement with the U.S. Army for the Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum operations and approve related service contracts. The board will also adopt budget amendments, approve a final tax abatement for 1622 Washington Street, LLC, and hold a public hearing on properties listed as potential public menaces. Additional agenda items include approving sponsorships, a downtown 3k run permit, and a $5,000 roadway improvement payment. Personnel adjustments will be reviewed in executive session.

• $69,784 cooperative agreement with the U.S. Army for Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum operations
• Final tax abatement approval for 1622 Washington Street, LLC (PPIN 15415)
• $5,000 payment to WGK Engineers for 2023 Roadway Overlay Improvements at Woodlands Place
• Authorization for a $4,084.17 contract renewal with CivicPlus, LLC for Municode
• Public hearing on properties listed on the Community Development Agenda regarding public menace status

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review the City of Vicksburg FY2023 Audit Report. The meeting also includes authorizing a rescheduled appeal hearing for The Green Standard Vicksburg.

• Acceptance of City of Vicksburg FY2023 Audit Report (ID-24-0753)
• Rescheduled Appeal Hearing for The Green Standard Vicksburg set for July 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. (ID-24-0756)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several city actions including airport infrastructure upgrades and property assessments. The agenda includes a fund transfer for water treatment plant costs and various municipal payments.

• Awarding bid to Hendrick Construction, Inc. for $370,520.35 for Vicksburg Municipal Airport improvements
• Transferring $275,993.13 from American Rescue Plan Account to Water & Gas account for water treatment plant costs
• Adopting a resolution for site clearing and demolition at 12 properties including Roosevelt Avenue and Ken Karyl Avenue
• Granting a non-exclusive franchise to Telcove Operations, LLC for fiber optic cable installation
• Approving $55,751.25 and $85,177.83 payments to ESG Operations for water and wastewater treatment maintenance

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several city actions including a proposed wage increase for police and fire departments. Additional items include property clearing resolutions, water well advertising, and various fund transfers to the Water & Gas account.

• Public safety wage increase for Police and Fire Departments effective June 26, 2024
• Iowa Avenue Headwall Replacement Project bid award of $1,050,250.18 to Maynord Landscaping Co., Inc.
• USDA NRCS grant amendment for Sports Complex totaling $1,416,863.13
• Motorola Solutions radio system maintenance contract for $79,974.03
• Resolution for cutting, cleaning, and demolition of 11 specific properties

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several infrastructure and utility matters, including water well design and sewer pump station repairs. The agenda also includes a $150,000 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Foundation and various service requisitions.

• $150,000 city contribution to Vicksburg-Warren Economic Development Foundation for MCITy Project
• Re-advertisement of sealed bids for Ash Meadows Subdivision infrastructure project
• $28,264.32 requisition for Motorola, Inc. telecommunications equipment
• $103,673.74 requisition for Tyler Technologies, Inc. Munis software service agreement
• Payment of $270,326.96 to Central Asphalt for Stillwater & Bluecreek Drives water and sewer improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several items including a fiber optic franchise ordinance and tax exemption resolutions. The meeting also includes discussions on street stabilization bids and various sponsorship applications.

• Sealed Bids for NRCS Erosion Control Project at Iowa Boulevard and Fillmore Street
• Ad Valorem Tax Exemption resolution for Ergon Refining, Inc. and Foam Packaging, Inc.
• Ordinance to grant a fiber optic franchise to Telcove Operations, LLC
• $18,110.00 payment to Mississippi Division of Medicaid TREAT Program
• Sealed Proposals for Ash Meadows Subdivision infrastructure construction

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a zoning appeal regarding cannabis cultivation and processing. The meeting also includes discussions on water treatment payments, sports complex funding, and several personnel actions.

• Zoning appeal for cannabis cultivation and processing facilities
• $552,986.25 in total payments to Hemphill Construction Company for Water Treatment Plant Improvements
• $324,690.00 in additional funding for the NRCS Sports Force Complex
• $44,290.80 requisition for water and gas meters from Core & Main, LP
• $36,038.00 requisition for mosquito chemicals from Adapco, Inc.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several sponsorship applications and professional service invoices. The meeting includes discussions on municipal insurance renewals, water treatment plant payments, and a resolution regarding tax abatement for Eastbank Apartments, LLC.

• $45,000.00 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi Competition
• $30,000.00 allocation to Haven House Family Shelter
• $45,856.50 payment to Central Asphalt Company, Inc. for Levee Street project
• Resolution to deny tax abatement for Eastbank Apartments, LLC at 3120 South Frontage Road
• $53,088.20 pay application to Hemphill Construction Company for wastewater treatment

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider a request for police traffic control during inspections on the I-20 Mississippi River Bridge. Members will also discuss updates for the Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Southern Cultural Heritage Center. Additionally, the Board will address resolutions regarding property sold due to nonpayment of taxes.

• Police traffic control request for I-20 Mississippi River Bridge inspections
• Final payment of $2,400.26 for New Animal Shelter construction
• Close-out of NRCS Fillmore Street Project
• Continuation of local emergency curfew proclamation for minors
• Resolution regarding property sale and redemption for nonpayment of taxes

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing various municipal payments, including roadway improvements and professional services. The agenda includes authorizing airport bid advertisements, approving personnel actions, and discussing several interlocal agreements.

• Final payment of $170,521.00 to Southern Paving LLC for 2023 Roadway Overlay Improvements
• Authorization of $34,130.00 to V2 Composites, Inc. for South Parking Garage repairs
• Advertisement of sealed bids for Vicksburg Municipal Airport improvements
• Approval of a $7,000.00 ARPA contract for the Vicksburg Police Department Street Ball Program
• Payment of $9,839.00 to WGK Engineers for 2023 Roadway Overlay Improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several financial authorizations, including a water tower maintenance agreement and local economic development contributions. The meeting also includes discussions on property assessments, street closures for neighborhood events, and various personnel actions.

• $82,466.94 requisition for water tower maintenance at Jackson Road, Kuhn, Porters Chapel, and the Airport
• $60,000.00 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce
• $5,000.00 contribution to the Vicksburg-Warren Retirement Development Program
• $1,000.00 sponsorship from Ergon Refining, Inc. for a charity golf tournament
• Hearing regarding property demolition and site clearing at seven locations including National Street and Bowmar Avenue

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review personnel changes, including new hires and the oath of office for an interim city attorney. They will also consider fund allocations for the Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District and various professional service payments. Additionally, the board will address the rejection of a single bid received for Ash Meadows Subdivision infrastructure construction.

• $72,841.80 payment to Theobald Construction Services for Fillmore Street Stabilization
• $12,000 allocation to Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District
• Rejection of the single bid received for Ash Meadows Subdivision infrastructure construction
• Approval of surplus property auction for various city vehicles and equipment
• $19,246.78 payment to Stantec Consulting for Fisher Ferry Bridge Replacement

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review an ordinance to amend and replace regulations for animals and fowl. The meeting also includes approvals for street closures for the Arts and Music Festival and various sponsorship applications.

• Ordinance to amend and replace Chapter 4 - Animals and Fowl
• $8,000 sponsorship for Miss Mississippi Teen Organization
• Street closures on Dr. Briggs Hopson Blvd for the Arts and Music Festival
• Inmate housing agreement with Yazoo County
• $5,000 contract for Alcorn State University Jazz Festival

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several municipal contracts, including water and gas meter requisitions. The meeting also includes discussions on the Vicksburg Convention Center and various property and service agreements.

• $66,000.00 requisition to Core & Main LP for Water and Gas Meters
• $26,574.48 requisition to Core & Main LP for water/gas meter points
• $10,885.63 payment to EJES for Washington Street Project
• $15,000.00 final payment to LEN Construction for 2510 Roosevelt Street
• $107,050.00 fund transfer from Water & Gas to American Rescue Plan Account

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider an ordinance to allow data centers and related facilities in the L-1 Light Industrial Zone. The agenda also includes approving a $1 million contract for headwall replacement and several large payments for water treatment plant improvements. Additionally, the board will address a special election for the Ward 1 Alderman seat.

• Ordinance to allow data centers in the L-1 Light Industrial Zone
• $1,050,250.18 contract award for Iowa Avenue Headwall Replacement Project
• $734,534.35 payment for Water Treatment Plant Improvements
• Special election to fill the unexpired term of Ward 1 Alderman Michael A. Mayfield, Sr.
• $437,917.29 transfer from ARPA funds to the Water & Gas account

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider a resolution to call a special election for the unexpired term of Ward 1 Alderman Michael A. Mayfield, Sr. Additionally, the Board will review a contract for the purchase and sale of real estate at the former Riverfront Park.

• Appointment of five Municipal Election Commissioners
• Resolution calling for a special election for Ward 1 Alderman
• $125,000.00 contract for the purchase and sale of Former Riverfront Park real estate

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several city contracts, including a large loan for sanitary sewer system rehabilitation. The agenda also includes payments for the new animal shelter and various community sponsorships.

• Approval of a $2,473,106.59 loan for Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation
• Payment of $73,421.86 to Fordice Construction Company for the New Animal Shelter
• Allocation of $15,750.00 in matching funds to the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation
• Tax abatement for Triple M, LLC at 2100 Washington Street
• Purchase of seven thermal imaging cameras for $18,529.00 from Sunbelt Fire Apparatus, Inc.

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several property matters, including a redevelopment tax abatement for Eastbrook Properties. The agenda also includes authorizing various lease agreements and site work for the animal shelter.

• Redevelopment tax abatement for Eastbrook Properties at 780 Hwy 61 North
• $18,110.00 payment to Mississippi Division of Medicaid TREAT Program
• Animal shelter site work task order not to exceed $22,245.00
• Site modification topographic survey estimate of $1,800.00
• Demolition and site clearing for 610 Alpine Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several municipal actions including water department purchases and street barricades for a neighborhood event. The agenda includes various contract executions, budget amendments, and the declaration of Good Friday as a city holiday.

• Advertise proposals for Ash Meadows Subdivision sanitary sewer, water, and storm drainage
• $6,309.00 requisition to Core & Main for a Water Department transceiver
• $16,680.00 requisition to Temple, Inc. for a processor light system at Washington and Haining Road
• $3,375.00 reimbursement to Vicksburg Girls Softball Association for insurance
• Declare Friday, March 29, 2024, a city holiday for Good Friday

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several financial transfers to the Water & Gas account and multiple service agreements. Key items include a request for a new Fire Department pickup truck and payments for emergency communications.

• Purchase of a 2024 Ram 2500 Tradesman Pickup for $43,328.00
• Contract with Pyroman Fireworks 2, LLC for July 4th fireworks for $54,000.00
• Contract with Theobald Construction Services, LLC for Fillmore Street stabilization for $78,424.00
• Sponsorship of $2,000.00 for a tennis tournament at Halls Ferry Park
• Payment to Vicksburg-Warren 911 Emergency Communications Center totaling $114,493.42

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a fund transfer to reimburse the ARPA account for the Iowa Boulevard Emergency Repair Project. The meeting also includes approvals for airport rehabilitation payments and property purchases for cemetery expansion. Additionally, the board will review recent crime statistics and personnel changes.

• Transfer of $755,529.58 to the ARPA account for Iowa Blvd Emergency Repair Project expenditures
• $24,334.75 final pay request for Vicksburg Municipal Airport runway rehabilitation
• Property purchase from Mack Varner for Cedar Hill Cemetery expansion
• Payments for Levee Street Extension and Fisher Ferry Bridge Replacement projects
• New hires for Police, Parks & Recreation, and Right of Way departments

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider several federal grants for road and bank stabilization at the Sports Complex and other sites. The agenda also includes authorizing engineering services, budget amendments, and the sale of surplus property on Washington Street.

• USDA NRCS grant of $1,092,173.13 for Sports Complex road and bank stabilization
• USDA NRCS grant of $751,597.00 for Patricia Street, Iowa Site 4, and Evergreen Drive stabilization
• Engineering services agreement with Neel-Schaffer for $121,917.00 and $83,899.20
• Sale of surplus property on Washington Street formerly known as Riverfront Park Site
• Payment to Volkert, Inc. of $4,947.85 for water and sewer improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing various city business including infrastructure projects, event requests, and personnel actions. Key items include a construction award for erosion control and several large invoices for water and wastewater treatment operations.

• Award $78,424.00 to Theobald Construction Services, LLC for Fillmore Street Stabilization
• Approve $1,000.00 sponsorship for the Run Thru History event
• Pay $124,061.45 to Fordice Construction Company for the New Animal Shelter
• Pay $85,177.83 to ESG Operations for Water Treatment Facility maintenance
• Declare Monday, February 19, 2024 a city holiday for Presidents' Day

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several city contracts, including a roadway overlay project and various service agreements. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding properties identified as potential public menaces.

• $170,521.00 contract with Southern Paving, LLC for 2023 Roadway Overlay Improvements
• $16,680.00 requisition for a GPU Processor at Drummond and Bowmar
• Public hearing regarding property demolition and site clearing at 15 locations
• Bids received for Fillmore Street Stabilization and a single axle combination sewer cleaner
• Approval of $69,249.78 invoice for the I-20 InterCity Passenger Rail Program

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several infrastructure contracts, including a large-scale water and sewer project and airport taxiway reconstruction. The meeting also includes discussions on special assessments for property demolition at 15 locations and adjustments to employee mileage rates.

• $1,217,438.00 contract with Central Asphalt Co, Inc. for water and sewer improvements
• $74,500.00 work authorization for Vicksburg Municipal Airport taxiway reconstruction
• Special assessments for demolition and site clearing at 15 properties
• $141,300.23 payment to Hemphill Construction Company for water treatment plant improvements
• Adjustment of mileage reimbursement rates for city employees

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will review several sponsorship applications and facility use requests. Members will also consider authorizing environmental consulting for a Brownfield cleanup grant. Additionally, the board will approve maintenance payments for water and wastewater facilities.

• Payments to ESG Operations totaling $140,929.08 for water and wastewater maintenance
• Authorization of PPM Consultants for the US Rubber EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant
• Sponsorships for Bayou Independent Wrestling ($250) and Calvin's Entertainment ($750)
• Termination of the lease agreement for Old Station #5 with the Civil Air Patrol
• Payments to RCH Company for Ash Meadows subdivision design and Indiana Avenue drainage improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review several items including personnel actions, facility use applications, and various invoices for city services. The meeting includes discussions on property donations for the Kuhn Civil Rights Memorial Park and Riverfront Park.

• Payment to Neel-Schaffer for $15,786.25 for Levee Street Extension Segment 1
• Payment to Michael Barnard for $3,759.50 and $1,955.00 regarding the New Animal Shelter
• Bids for a Single Axle Combination Sewer Cleaner (Vac Truck)
• Resolution to accept donated property from the Mu Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
• Property donation agreement for Golding Land Company Vicksburg Properties, LLC for Riverfront Park