City Council Revised Agenda for Tuesday April 21, 2026

Click here for Special Meetings and Previous Agendas AGENDA BILOXI CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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 1st Quarter Longevity Awards. --Presentation of Proclamation to Casa for Child Abuse and Prevention Awareness Month. B. Departmental Report C. Council's Report 3. PUBLIC AGENDA Citizens Comments-(Total allotted time 45 minutes) 4. POLICY AGENDA ORDINANCES (First Reading) Second reading A. Ordinance to approve a Zoning Map Amendment, to authorize a change in zoning district classification for four parcels of land from their present zoning district classification of RM-30 High-Density Multi-Family to DT Downtown, identified as 0, 166, & 170 Nixon Street & 640 Copp Street. Case No. 26-018, Dreaux Seghers. Submitted by the Planning Commission {*-042126BPC} Ward 2 ORDINANCES (Second Reading) Tabled until B. Ordinance to amend a Section of the Land Development Ordinance, May 5, 2026 specifically to amend Section 23-10-2: Terms and Uses Defined to clarify the definition of a Halfway House. Case No. 26-013.1, City of Biloxi. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-040726APC} First reading on April 7, 2026 {*}-Also available in alternative format.  April 21, 2026 Page |2 4. POLICY AGENDA-Continued Tabled until C. Ordinance to amend text within the Land Development Ordinance, to update May 19, 2026 section 23-4-1 (C) use Table: Nonresidential and Planned Development Districts. Case No. 26-013.2, City of Biloxi. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-040726BPC} First reading on April 7, 2026 2596 D. Ordinance to amend the short-term rental section of the Land Development Ordinance to clarify text and fix scrivener's errors. Case No. 26-013.4, City of Biloxi. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-040726DPC} First reading on April 7, 2026 2597 E. Ordinance amending Section 22-2-3 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Biloxi relating to senior rates. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-040726BCON} First reading on April 7, 2026 Tabled F. Ordinance to approve a Text Amendment to the Land Development Subject to call Ordinance, amending Use Table 23-4-1(b) and Section 23-4-3(d)(10)e to remove the authorization of Short-Term Rentals within Multi-Family Zoning Districts. Case No. 26-013.3, City of Biloxi. Introduced by Councilmember Wayne Gray. {*-040726CPC} First reading on April 7, 2026 RESOLUTIONS 247-26 G. Resolution granting the Vacation of an improved Public Right-of-Way measuring approximately 41' x 512' (more or less), adjacent to several unaddressed parcels fronting Bayview Avenue. Case No. 26-015, Steven Carter. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-042126APC} Ward 1 Failed H. Resolution granting Conditional Use approval, to authorize an existing duplex, to be utilized as Short-Term Rentals upon a property site situated in an LB Limited Business zone, and identified by municipal address 238 Rodenberg Avenue A & B. Case No. 26-019, Brett Payne on behalf of Hagos Investment 242, LLC. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-042126CPC} Ward 1 Failed I. Resolution granting Conditional Use approval, to authorize an existing duplex, to be utilized as Short-Term Rentals upon a property site situated in an LB Limited Business zone, and identified by municipal address 242 Rodenberg Avenue A & B. Case No. 26-020, Brett Payne on behalf of Hagos Investment 242, LLC. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-042126DPC} Ward 1 {*}-Also available in alternative format.  April 21, 2026 Page |3 4. POLICY AGENDA-Continued Failed J. Resolution granting Conditional Use approval, to authorize an existing duplex, to be utilized as Short-Term Rentals upon a property site situated in an LB Limited Business zone, and identified by municipal address 246 Rodenberg Avenue A & B. Case No. 26-021, Brett Payne on behalf of Hagos Investment 242, LLC. Submitted by the Planning Commission. {*-042126EPC} Ward 1 248-26 K. Resolution to designate one (1) Live Oak tree as a Majestic Tree located at 2450 W. Shore Drive. Thomas & Linda Zakkak. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126GPC} Ward 4 249-26 L. Resolution designating one (1) Live Oak tree as a majestic tree located at 1044 Lafayette Street. John G. Brauchle, Jr. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126HPC} Ward 1 250-26 M. Resolution accepting the proposal of the Biloxi Beautification Commission's Comprehensive Beautification Plan. Introduced by Councilmember Jamie Creel. {*-042126ACOU} 251-26 N. Resolution designating area south of Biloxi Lighthouse as “Fred Haise Landing” and endorsing Beautification Commission efforts to restore moonwalk. Introduced by Councilmember Jamie Creel. {*-042126BCOU} 252-26 O. Resolution authorizing entry into a Facility Rental Agreement with Dominion & Power Family Life Center and approving a reduction of facility rental fees for the John Henry Beck Park on April 30, 2026, May 1, 2026, May 2, 2026, and May 3, 2026 (reduction of $300.00). Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126APR} 5. CONSENT AGENDA 253-26 A. Resolution authorizing the Biloxi Fire Department to apply for grant funding through the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security FY 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for the purchase of a tow vehicle to support technical rescue operations, in the amount up to $51,186.00 with no required cost match. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126AFD} {*}-Also available in alternative format.  April 21, 2026 Page |4 5. CONSENT AGENDA-Continued 254-26 B. Resolution authorizing the lowest and best quote received for the purchase of Ten (10) In-Vehicle Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) Mounts plus accessories for use by the Police Department Fleet from Howard Technology Solutions in the total amount of $31,150.00. Funding: Police Department Budget. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126APUR} 255-26 C. Resolution the lowest and best quote received for the purchase of Fire Prevention Handouts from Alert All for use by the Fire Department in the total amount of $11,291.85. Funding: Fire Department Budget via Fire Insurance Rebate. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126BPUR} 256-26 D. Resolution authorizing the lowest and best quote received for the demolition of the existing fencing and the installation of 811 Linear Feet of new fencing to be located at the Mercy Cross Storage Area by Southern Exteriors Fence Co. in the total amount of $16,795.74. Funding: Public Works Budget. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126CPUR} Tabled until E. Resolution declaring real property to be surplus and authorizing the sale April 28, 2026 thereof pursuant to Miss. Code Ann. §21-17-1(2)(a) and §57-7-1 (1972), as amended, and for related purposes. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126ACON} 257-26 F. Resolution declaring real property to be surplus and approving entry into Lease Agreement with Brandy Waltman for lease of the real property located at 128 Rue Magnolia, Biloxi, Mississippi, identified as a portion of Tax Parcel No. 1410K-03-108.000. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126BCON} 258-26 G. Resolution authorizing entry into Independent Contractor Agreement with Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, Inc. and amending the municipal budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126CCON} 259-26 H. Resolution authorizing entry into agreements with Storage Rentals of America for lease of storage units for the Department of Community Development. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126DCON} {*}-Also available in alternative format.  April 21, 2026 Page |5 5. CONSENT AGENDA-Continued 260-26 I. Resolution ratifying entry into Parking/Holding Agreement with Fav Films, LLC for use of the parking lot behind the Saenger Theatre portion of the Stadium parking at the intersection of Howard Avenue and Caillavet Street. Introduced by Mayor A.M. Gilich, Jr. {*-042126ECON} 6. CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARINGS Cleared A. FrankMisita, 1210H-02-076.003/280 Rodenberg Avenue Ward 1 Cleared B. A & J Mini Mart, LLC, 1210H-02-002.000/270 Iberville Drive Ward 1 Cleared C. Silas J. Partman III Estate, 1210G-02-044.000/243 Bleuer Street Ward 1 Cleared D. Marvin Smith, 1207N-01-019.000/7060 E Larkin Place Ward 7 Cleared E. R & P Properties, LLC, 1410H-04-089.000/262 Crawford Street Ward 1 Still in violation F. R & K Properties Inc., 1208I-02-071.000/11489 Cedar Lake Road Ward 6 Still in violation G. A+ Able Administration Inc., 1410H-04-088.000/266 Crawford Street Ward 1 Still in violation H. Geraldine Harris Estate, 1209F-02-028.003/773 Monie Vista Drive Ward 4 Still in violation I. Shannon Donahower, 1210F-02-023.000/329 West Drive Ward 3 Cleared J. Patricia A. Mattina, Trustee, 1410C-04-017.000/402 Reynoir Street Ward 2 261-26 7. ROUTINE AGENDA {*-042126RTN} SECTION ONE: To adjudicate the following parcels a menace to the public health and safety of the community: A. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1410C-04-038.000 OWNED BY: Elliott Spears Estate DATE OF HEARING: October 7, 2025 B. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1209C-01-003.000 OWNED BY: Sovran Acquisition Limited Partners DATE OF HEARING: April 7, 2026 SECTION TWO: To authorize special assessment to code enforcement action taken to clean the following parcels: A. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1510E-02-002.001 OWNED BY: ACL, INC. ADDRESS: PO Box 3058 Gulfport, MS 39505 CONTRACTOR: Ian Fulton RESOLUTION NO.: 837-24 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $2,715.00 {*}-Also available in alternative format.  April 21, 2026 Page |6 7. ROUTINE AGENDA-Continued B. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1510L-01-009.000 OWNED BY: Phung H. Bui & Debbie T. Vu ADDRESS: 17094 Excalibur Circle Gulfport, MS 39503 CONTRACTOR: Ian Fulton RESOLUTION NO.: 92-26 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $615.00 C. CITY PARCEL NO.: 1108D-01-009.000 OWNED BY: Samuel J. Fitts ADDRESS: 12457 John Lee Road Biloxi, MS 39532 CONTRACTOR: Ian Fulton RESOLUTION NO.: 133-26 ASSESSMENT AMOUNT: $615.00 SECTION THREE: To authorize approval of the claims listed on the docket of claims No. 2026G-02, in the amount of $3,526,637.17, 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. 03- 2026, in the amount of $14,942,520.15, 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. {*}-Also available in alternative format.