City Council Regular Meeting Agenda for Tuesday July 15, 2025

Click here for Special Meetings and Previous Agendas AGENDA BILOXI CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, July 15, 2025 1:30 p.m. Council Chambers, 2nd floor of City Hall 140 Lameuse Street, Biloxi, Mississippi 1. AGENDA ORDER 2. PRESENTATION AGENDA A. Mayor’s Report --Presentation of 2nd Quarter Longevity Awards B. Departmental Report C. Council's Report 3. PUBLIC AGENDA Citizens Comments-(Total allotted time 45 minutes) 4. POLICY AGENDA ORDINANCES (First Reading) ____________A. Ordinance to approve a Zoning Map Amendment, to authorize a change in zoning district classification for two parcels of land, from their present zoning district classification WF Waterfront to CB Community Business for land identified as 1732 & 1736 Beach Boulevard. Case No. 25-023, South Beach North, LLC (owner), and Terry Moran (applicant). Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-062425APC} Ward 1 Removed on June 24, 2025 RESOLUTIONS ____________B. Resolution to vacate a 15' x 111.8' utility easement situated in the rear of a parcel presently identified as 1884 Courtney Lane to allow construction of a guest cottage. Case 25-031, John M. O'Keefe Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-071525APC} Ward 4 5. CONSENT AGENDA ____________A. Resolution memorializing support of proposed changes to the Mississippi Gaming Commission Regulations. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525ALEG} {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |2 5. CONSENT AGENDA-Continued ____________B. Resolution acknowledging receipt of the Municipal Audit for Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2024. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525AEXC} ____________C. Resolution amending the Administration budget for the fiscal year ending Sept 30, 2025, to transfer appropriations in the amount of $10,141.57 for server room battery backup. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525AADM} ____________D. Resolution authorizing financial support for the Biloxi Shrimp Festival and Blessing of the Fleet in the total amount of $2,000.00. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525BADM} ____________E. Resolution confirming and approving oath of office for Anna Hokamp current Biloxi police staff, as a qualified and proper person to administer the duties of deputy clerk of the court in the Municipal Court of the City of Biloxi, Mississippi. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525ACOURT} ____________F. Resolution confirming and approving oath of office for Steve Rocha current Biloxi police staff, as a qualified and proper person to administer the duties of deputy clerk of the court in the Municipal Court of the City of Biloxi, Mississippi. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525BCOURT} ____________G. Resolution confirming and approving oath of office for Bennie Hickman II current Biloxi police staff, as a qualified and proper person to administer the duties of deputy clerk of the court in the Municipal Court of the City of Biloxi, Mississippi. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525CCOURT} ____________H. Resolution confirming and approving oath of office for Mandy Parnell current Biloxi police staff, as a qualified and proper person to administer the duties of deputy clerk of the court in the Municipal Court of the City of Biloxi, Mississippi. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525DCOURT} ____________I. Resolution amending the Fire Department budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, to transfer appropriations in the amount of $18,900.00 for the purchase of one (1) A/C Unit for Fire Station 1. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525AFD} {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |3 5. CONSENT AGENDA-Continued ____________J. Resolution authorizing approval and execution of a contract with D.N.P., for HVAC services for the Gruich Community Center HVAC Replacement Project No. CV-021 for the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525AFSP} ____________K. Resolution authorizing entry into a facility rental agreement with Second Liner's Mardi Gras Club and approving a reduction in facility rental fees. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525APR} ____________L. Resolution authorizing entry into a facility rental agreement with Second Liner's Mardi Gras Club and approving a reduction in facility rental fees. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525BPR} ____________M. Resolution authorizing the lowest and best quote received to purchase Eleven (11) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 14" Touchscreen Laptops plus Accessories for use by the Police Department Patrol Unit from Metrix Solutions LLC in the total amount of $40,615.41. Funding: Police Department Budget. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525APUR} ____________N. Resolution authorizing the lowest and best quote received to purchase Emergency Reserve Tank Fuel for use by the Police Department from Waring Oil Company, LLC in the total amount of $9,851.68. Funding: Police Department Budget. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525BPUR} ____________O. Resolution authorizing the lowest and best quote received to furnish and install replacement Server Room Backup Batteries from Metrix Solutions LLC in the total amount of $10,141.57. Funding: Administration Budget. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525CPUR} ____________P. Resolution authorizing item be declared Surplus and approved to Sell at auction by GovDeals. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525DPUR} ____________Q. Resolution amending the municipal budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, to reflect legal expenses in connection with Capital Project No. 913: Popps Ferry Extension. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525ACON} {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |4 5. CONSENT AGENDA-Continued ____________R. Resolution accepting the bid of HC Services, Inc. d/b/a International Fire & Safety, Inc. and authorizing entry into a Fire Pump & Fire Suppression System Inspection and Testing Agreement. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525BCON} ____________S. Resolution authorizing entry into a Contract Amendment with Mississippi State University, John C. Stennis Institute of Government and Community Development, for a study and analysis of the City of Biloxi’s salaries and paygrades. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525CCON} ____________T. Resolution authorizing entry into Engagement Letter for Municipal Advisory Services, by and between the City of Biloxi and Municipal Advisors of Mississippi, Inc. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525ECON} ____________U. Resolution authorizing entry into a Facility Rental Agreement with Secondline Mardi Gras Club and approving a waiver of facility and equipment rental fees. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525FCON} ____________V. Resolution recognizing and ratifying modifications to a Subrecipient Grant from the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security for the Fire Department to update its swift water rescue capabilities. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525GCON} ____________W. Resolution authorizing entry into a Facility Rental Agreement with Mississippi Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials and approving a reduction and forgiveness of facility rental fees. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525HCON} ____________X. Resolution authorizing an administrative adjustment to just compensation, as established by prior resolution, for additional relocation assistance in connection with property acquisition for Capital Project No. 913: Popps Ferry Extension Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-071525ICON} 6. CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARINGS ____________A. Robert B Ripy & Mari J Bauer, 1310L-04-085.000/159 Acacia Avenue ____________B. Emmanuel J & Barbara N Bradley, 1310L-04-080.000/175 Acacia Avenue ____________C. Courtland Biloxi LLC, 1210J-03-018.000/1865 Beach Boulevard {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |5 6. CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARINGS-Continued ____________D. Weis Holdings LLC, 1310L-02-046.000/1524 Beach Boulevard ____________E. Shri Shayona LLC, 1210J-03-019.000/1877 Beach Boulevard ____________F. Laura B & David Wong, 1209F-03-018.000/861 Tee Street ____________G. Lillian Peterson Cummings, et al., 1410F-05-102.000/335 Fayard Street ____________H. Odie S. Swetman, et al., 1410H-05-055.001/0 Strangi Avenue ____________I. Le Hai Thi & Vu Van Nguyen, 1410I-01-032.000/178 Oak Street ____________J. Dai Mong Nguyen, 1410I-06-041.000/186 Kuhn Street ____________K. Russell Doucet, et al., 1410I-06-120.000/401 Pearl Street ____________L. Richard Galofaro, et al., 1209J-01-054.000/635 Wetzel Drive ____________M. Mach VI Holding LLC, 1210F-02-039.000/302 West Drive ____________N. David Ratliff, Jr., 1410F-01-015.000/640 Division Street 60-day extension on May 6, 2025 ____________O. Cynthia A. O'Neal, 1210L-02-073.000/190 Brady Drive 14-day extension on June 24, 2025 ____________7. ROUTINE AGENDA {*-071525RTN} SECTION ONE: To adjudicate the following parcels a menace to the public health and safety of the community: A. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410F-01-066.000 OWNED BY: Carmichael Property Group, LLC DATE OF HEARING: June 17, 2025 B. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1209I-01-008.006 OWNED BY: Felix & Irene Herring DATE OF HEARING: June 17, 2025 C. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410F-04-064.000 OWNED BY: Nancy, Claire, & Dick Holloway DATE OF HEARING: July 1, 2025 D. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1510E-01-021.000 OWNED BY: Thuy Nguyen DATE OF HEARING: July 1, 2025 {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |6 7. ROUTINE AGENDA-Continued SECTION TWO: To authorize special assessment to code enforcement action taken to clean the following parcels: A. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1310J-02-006.000 OWNED BY: Biloxi Father Ryan House LLC ADDRESS: 2305 McKee Road Suite 20 San Jose, CA 95116 CONTRACTOR: Alan Taylor RESOLUTION NO.: 398-25 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $515.00 B. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1209F-02-028.003 OWNED BY: Geraldine Harris Estate ADDRESS: 15912 Krohn Rd. Vancleave, MS 39565 CONTRACTOR: Alan Taylor RESOLUTION NO.: 398-25 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $415.00 C. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410F-03-076.000 OWNED BY: Say Mar, LLC ADDRESS: 996 North Halstead Road Ocean Springs, MS 39564 CONTRACTOR: Robert Nail RESOLUTION NO.: 743-24 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $415.00 D. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410G-04-042.000 OWNED BY: Julie Smith ADDRESS: 1153 York Lane Troy, OH 45373 CONTRACTOR: Alan Taylor RESOLUTION NO.: 377-24 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $310.00 E. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410G-04-043.000 OWNED BY: Julie Smith ADDRESS: 1153 York Lane Troy, OH 45373 CONTRACTOR: Alan Taylor RESOLUTION NO.: 377-24 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $310.00 {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.  July 15, 2025 Page |7 7. ROUTINE AGENDA-Continued SECTION THREE: To authorize approval of the claims listed on the docket of claims No. 2025J-03, in the amount of $2,143,918.61, attached as Exhibit "A" and to authorize the Mayor and/or Municipal Clerk to pay said claims. SECTION FOUR: To authorize approval of claims listed on the docket of claims No.6-2025, in the amount of $5,836,772.72, attached as Exhibit "B" and to authorize the Mayor and/or Municipal Clerk to pay said claims. SECTION FIVE: The foregoing warrants that are being approved cannot be released until funds have been received by the City of Biloxi and have been deposited into the bank. {*}-Denotes document name for internet access http://biloxi.ms.us Also available in alternative format.