Meeting Details

Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/5/2023 5:30 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
Agenda packet: Not available
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ID 23-6702 1A. MinutesAugust 22, 2023approvedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6703 1B. MinutesMinutes of Redistricting Public Hearing Hwy 84 W/SBJapprovedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6726 1B. PresentationPresentation recognizing Lauren Stewart and Kristal Jones for receiving their Master Municipal Clerk certification through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.deleted during Confirmation of Agenda  Action details Not available
ID 23-6718 1A. Order to Set HearingConsider adopting an Order to set a date of October 3, 2023 to conduct a public hearing in regard to the properties listed to determine whether or not the properties are in such a state of uncleanliness so as to be a menace to the public health of the community: A. Robert L Wilson % Tracy Holmes, overgrown property at 902 S. 14th Ave. PPIN 14429 Ward 1 B. Church of Christian Unity Trustee, overgrown property at 1000 S. 19th Ave. PPIN 16150 Ward 1 C. Nora LLC, dead or diseased tree at 2004 Iris Dr. PPIN 10214 Ward 1 D. Armando Flores Zuniga Et Ux, overgrown property at 524 N. 8th Ave. PPIN 12164 Ward 6 E. Michael McClendon, overgrown property at 749 N. 8th Ave. PPIN 11674 Ward 6 F. Fredia Hill Et Al, overgrown property at 2226 Center Ave. PPIN 14895 Ward 7 G. Show Me Investments LLC, overgrown property at 1004 N. 11th Ave. PPIN 10571 Ward 2 H. Leah Ann Stockman, overgrown property at 3014 N. 6th Ave. PPIN 10663 Ward 3 I. Jagdeo & Cindy K Singh, overgrown property at Lot W. of 1001 Woodland Hill Dr. PPIN 14951 Ward 3 J. Allied Tire Recycling LLC, overgrown property at 318 EadoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6706 1A. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 1024 N. 13th Ave., belonging to Eli Valadez to determine whether or not the property is overgrown, and in such a state of uncleanliness due to a dead or diseased tree, so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 2deleted during Confirmation of Agenda  Action details Not available
ID 23-6707 1B. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 1104 N. 14th Ave., belonging to Liu Properties Inc. to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of uncleanliness and overgrown so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 2adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6708 1C. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 2026 Old Bay Springs Rd., belonging to David Lynn Holifield to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of uncleanliness due to a dead or diseased tree, so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 2adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6709 1D. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 1026 N. 4th Ave., belonging to Judith Hughes to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of uncleanliness so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 5adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6710 1E. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 824 ½ S. 6th Ave., belonging to Mark A. Moss to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of dilapidation so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located in Ward 6adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6711 1F. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 2015 N 5th Ave., belonging to Davis Larry Thomas to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of dilapidation so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 4adopted as amendedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6712 1G. Resolution to Conduct HearingConsider adopting a Resolution to conduct a public hearing on September 5, 2023 in regards to the property located at 2223 N. 3rd Ave., belonging to Jimmie L. Smith Sr ET UX to determine whether or not the property is in such a state of dilapidation so as to be a menace to the public health and safety of the community: Property located Ward 4adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6699 1A. Order to Grant HearingConsider adopting an Order to grant an appeal hearing to Donald Pugh, Sr. in regard to his request that was denied by the Planning Commission to grant a zoning change of his property located at 498 S 13th Ave, from R-3, High Density Restricted Residential District, to C-1, Restricted Commercial District, due to a change in the character of the neighborhood. Property is located in Ward 6.failed due to lack of a motion  Action details Not available
ID 23-6697 1A. OrderConsider adopting an Order to ratify an Emergency Order for replacement of Plant 2 master motor control center.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6698 1B. OrderConsider adopting an Order ratifying an Emergency Order for replacement of two high speed service pumps at Plant #2.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6705 2C. OrderConsider adopting an Order to allow the Mayor to sign an updated Service Agreement with Digital Systems Management to continue providing the City with Time and Attendance software.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6714 1D. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution approving a financial commitment of matching funds for the 2024 Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant program.deleted during Confirmation of Agenda  Action details Not available
ID 23-6727 1E. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution giving authority to advertise for construction of the 3rd Avenue ARPA Utility and Roadway Improvements Project.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6728 1F. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution giving authority to execute a Professional Services Agreement for construction phase services for the 2022 3RD Avenue ARPA Water, Sewer, And Stormwater Improvements Project.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6719 1G. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution to enter an agreement with Whitney Pickering for grant writing services.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6704 1H. OrdinanceConsider approving the First reading of an Ordinance amending the City of Laurel Code of Ordinances Chapter 15-2.3 Eliminating Smoking in Public Places and Places of Employment-Definitions and Chapter 15-2.9 Where Smoking is Not Regulated to include Cigar Bar.approved on first readingPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6725 1I. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution regarding authorization to re-solicit proposals for rehabilitation construction of 1109 South 16th Avenue, related to the 2019 Home Grant.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6716 1J. OrderConsider adopting an Order regarding authorization of the Mayor to Sign the Request For Cash and the Reporting Worksheet Under the State of Mississippi CAP Program Project Number #23-228-CP-01 and make the requested payment of the invoice received from the Laurel Housing Authority.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6717 1K. OrderConsider adopting an Order adopting the Budget for FY 2024.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6713 1L. OrderConsider adopting an Order to purchase a new 2024 Kia Telluride and light kit package to replace the Fire Chief’s current truck.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6701 1M. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution regarding the re-appointment of Susan B. Vincent as a member of the Laurel Airport Authority Board of Directors.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6729 1N. OrderConsider adopting an Order approving travel for Public Relations Specialist Kat Romero to attend the Southern Public Relations Federation 2023 Annual Conference in Hunstville, AL, on September 11-12, 2023.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6696 1O.MUNICIPAL COURT CLERKS TRAINING COURSEOrderConsider adopting an Order to approve travel for Municipal Court Administrator, Rebecca Clark, to attend the annual Municipal Court Clerks Training Course in Philadelphia, MS On September 20-22, 2023.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6700 1P. OrderConsider adopting an Order authorizing Payment of Travel Expenses for Kevin Kelly Related to Travel to the Meetings of the Board of Directors of the Mississippi Municipal League.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6723 1Q. OrderConsider adopting an Order to approve travel for Lauren Stewart and Kristal Jones to attend the 2023 Fall Municipal Clerk Conference and Committee Session held October 18-20, 2023 in Tupelo, MS.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6721 1R.Amended Resolution for tax exemption for Howard Industries.ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution for an amended tax exemption on Ad Valorem for Howard Industries, Inc. Transformer Division.adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6720 1S. OrderConsider adopting an Order to approve Demolition assessments for the following properties: A. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to Sean W and Randy L Harris, 721 N. 7th Ave. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, $11, 082.29 Ward 6 B. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to James Cox % Judith Hughes, 1036 N. 4th Ave. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, $17, 777.56 Ward 5 C. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to Carla V. Richardson, 524 E 15th St. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, 3,785.29, Ward 4 D. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to, Bell Zola % Paul Anderson, 2138 Pierce St. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, $6,101.00, Ward 7 E. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to, Walker Willie C & Willie C Jr. 108 Chestnut St. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, $6, 101.00, Ward 5 F. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to Thames Wilbert A Et Al, 112 Arthur St. Total cost, including $75 administrative fee, $ 6, 101.00, Ward 7 G. Demolition and cleaning of property assessed to Earnest adoptedPass Action details Not available
ID 23-6724 1A. ResolutionConsider adopting a Resolution to approve the Claims Docket.adoptedPass Action details Not available