The City of Natchez will convene a Special Call Board of Aldermen meeting this evening at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Building. The meeting will also be streamed live via Facebook and YouTube. The agenda outlines several high-impact topics ranging from infrastructure improvements and public safety technology to environmental initiatives and recreation development.
Public Hearing: Adjudicated Properties
A public hearing is scheduled to address adjudicated properties.
Department Reports: Infrastructure, Grants, and Public Facilities
Several department heads are slated to present updates and requests for board approval, including:
James Johnston – Community Development
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Commerce Street ADA & Aesthetic Improvements
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Natchez Convention Center Bid Package #2 (linked to the 2022 GOB)
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Request for Proposals for Qualified Environmental Professionals for a Brownfields Assessment Grant
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Morgantown Road Drainage & Reconstruction (tied to MS DEQ funding)
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Convention Center Roof Replacement (also part of the 2022 GOB bond)
Jody Rutter – City Inspector
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Seeking approval to accept the low bid for a dumpster enclosure at the Civic Center.
Carla Monroe – Senior Center Director
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Requesting approval for Co-Lin’s involvement in the Senior Job Seeker Program.
Ryan Porter – Parks & Recreation Director
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Requesting permission to advertise for construction of a proposed multi-use trail at Duncan Park.
Lee Best – Code Enforcement Commander
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Approval sought for contracts involving:
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AD&S Fingerprint Scanner for Law Enforcement
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iSOMS Data Report Migration
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Edmond Perrault – Network Administrator
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Requesting board approval for new computer systems for the city’s operations.
Cal Green – Chief of Police
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Requesting permission to advertise for a public hearing on taxicab services regulation.
City Officials’ Reports & Administrative Business
Reports are expected from the alderpersons: Hall, Frazier, Smith, Irving, Davis, and Moroney. The City Clerk will present the 2nd July Claims Docket and the July 22 Mini Claims Docket for approval.
Legal and Mayoral Items
The City Attorney will present the Natchez Balloon Festival Licensing Agreement for board consideration.
Mayor Dan Gibson will also lead discussion on:
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A promotional campaign for police officers
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Key points related to the 2026 MS Violent Crimes Reform Act
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An agreement with the Mississippi Department of Corrections for an inmate work program
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Other miscellaneous updates
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