Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Regular MeetingVicksburg, MS · July 18, 2016
Minutes
1415 Walnut Street
City of Vicksburg Vicksburg, MS 39180
Minutes - Final
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Monday, July 18, 2016 10:00 AM City Hall Annex Board Room
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
Invocation was given by Alderman Michael A. Mayfield, Sr.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Willis T. Thompson.
2. Roll Call
Present: 3- Mayor George Flaggs Jr.
Alderman Michael A. Mayfield Sr.
Alderman Willis T. Thompson
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
ADD:
Authorize mayor to Execute Contract for Services for "Downtown at Dusk" Event
with:
1. J.L. Mitchell
2. Mark Doyle
3. Ranger's Sound and Lighting Company
4. Ralph Miller of Double Ramm Outlaws
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to adopt the Agenda as amended. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Recognitions:
A. ID-16-949 Recognition of Community Service
Attachments: Community Svc. Recognition
Routine Agenda:
A. ID-16-948 Receive Sealed Bids for:
1. Renovation of Gym Floor - Jackson Street Community Center
2. Roof Replacement - Gas and Airport Department
3. Police Station Covered Transport Loading
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Board
proceeded to open bids submitted for furnishing Renovation of Gym Floor -
Jackson Street Community Center; Roof Replacement - Gas and Airport
Department; Police Station Covered Transport Loading in accordance with
specifications and instructions for bidding on file in the office of City Clerk: Proof
of publication of legal advertisements was presented and ordered filed.
RENOVATION OF GYM FLOOR - JACKSON STREET COMMUNITY CENTER:
COVINGTON FLOORING COMPANY, INC., 709 First Avenue North; Birmingham,
AL 35203
C.O.R. #06107-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $58,312.00
GYM SERVICE AND INSTALLATION CO., INC., P.O. Box 320650; Birmingham, AL
35232
C.O.R. #19054-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $70,881.00
DYNAMIC SPORTS CONSTRUCTION, INC., 301 Sonny Dr.; Leander, TX 78641
C.O.R. #15000-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $67,361.00
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ROOF REPLACEMENT - GAS AND AIRPORT DEPARTMENT:
INDEPENDENT ROOFING SYSTEMS, INC., 5090 McRaven Rd.; Jackson, MS
39204
C.O.R. #06047-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $134,638.00 Allowance #1: $936.00 Alternate #1: $28,298.00
INDUSTRIAL ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION LLC., 1128 Hwy 2; Sterlington, LA
71280
C.O.R. #019215-MC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $152,789.00 Allowance #1: $1,290.00 Alternate #1: $19,965.00
ROOFING SOLUTION OF LOUISIANA, L.L.C., 37302 Commerce Lane; Praireville,
LA 70769
C.O.R. #18309-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $176,000.00 Allowance #1: $1,600.00 Alternate #1: $21,200.00
R&R SHEET METAL, INC., 25 Sunflower Road; Foxworth, MS 39483
C.O.R. #18309-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
GUARANTEED ROOFING COMPANY, INC., 114 Paul Truitt Lane; Pearl, MS 39208
Bid received after the 9:00 a.m. filing deadline.
A1 ROOF SAVERS, INC.
BID REJECTED: No Certificate of Responsibility marked on outside of envelope.
POLICE STATION COVERED TRANSPORT LOADING:
INNOVATIVE PERFORMANCE CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC, 123 A Hwy 80 Ste. 133;
Clinton, MS 39056
C.O.R. #20154-MC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $78,500.00
S & L COMMERCIAL BUILDERS, P.O. Box 3057; Madison, MS 39130
C.O.R. #20421-SC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $95,000.00
FORDICE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, P.O. Box 1101; Vicksburg, MS 39181
C.O.R. #00016-MC 5% Bid Bond: Yes
Total Bid: $84,157.00
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to accept and refer the foregoing bids to the Purchasing
Department and Various Departments for review and recommendation back to
the Board for award. Reject bid from A1 ROOF SAVERS, INC. for no Certificate
of Responsibility marked on outside of envelope and returned bid to
GUARANTEED ROOFING COMPANY, INC.,
for bid received after the 9:00 a.m. filing deadline.The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
B. ID-16-964 Award Sealed Bid for:
1. Water Treatment Plant Chemicals
Attachments: WTP Award
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to award Sealed Bid for Water Treatment Plant Chemicals to
Ideal Chemical & Supply Co. of Jackson, MS and Harcros Chemical, Inc. of
Vicksburg, MS. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
C. ID-16-965 Authorize City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for:
1. Pebble Lime
Attachments: Pebble Lime Adv
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to authorize the City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for
Pebble Lime. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
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D. ID-16-974 Approve request by Briana Knox for the Right to Assemble and Protest
on the corners of Clay Street and Mission 66 & Washington Street near
Welcome Center July 20-21, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Attachments: Peaceful Protest
No action was taken.
E. ID-16-953 Receive Crime Statistic Report for June 2016
Attachments: Crime Stats June 2016
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to receive the Crime Statistic Report for June 2016. The
motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
F. ID-16-955 Accept Grant Award from Mississippi Office of Highway Safety for 2017
Occupant Protection Grant Program [Blue Ink]
Attachments: Occupant Protection Grant
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to accept the Grant Award from Mississippi Office of
Highway Safety for 2017 Occupant Protection Grant Program [Blue Ink]. The
motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
G. ID-16-972 Authorize Mayor to Execute the Mississippi Development Authority,
Community Services Division Request for Cash #8 (reimbursement
request) in the amount of $10,568.14 [Blue Ink]
Attachments: MDA Request for Cash
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to authorize the Mayor to Execute the Mississippi
Development Authority, Community Services Division Request for Cash #8
(reimbursement request) in the amount of $10,568.14 [Blue Ink] . The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
H. ID-16-966 Authorize Walter Armstrong,Chief of Police to execute letter to
Mississippi Department of Public Safety for Changes to State NCIC Data
Network Services
Attachments: Data Network
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to authorize Walter Armstrong, Chief of Police to execute
letter to Mississippi Department of Public Safety for Changes to State NCIC Data
Network Services. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
I. ID-16-970 Accept resignation of Dr. George Abraham as Medical Director of EMS
Attachments: Resignation Dr. Abraham
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to accept the resignation of Dr. George Abraham as Medical
Director of EMS. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
J. ID-16-950 Approve request for advertisement from Warren Central High School
Lady Vikes Basketball Team
Attachments: Lady Vikes Ad
Mayor Flaggs stated that purchasing an advertisement from Warren Central High
School Lady Vikes Basketball Team will bring into favorable notice the
opportunities, possibilities and resources of the City of Vicksburg and will be
helpful toward advancing the moral, financial and other interest of the City of
Vicksburg.
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On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, and
unanimously passed, The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg approved
the purchase of a banner ad from the Warren Central High School Lady Vikes
Basketball Team in the amount of $100.00. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
K. ID-16-956 Approve request for advertisement from Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist
Church
Attachments: Cedar Grove Ad
Mayor Flaggs stated that purchasing an advertisement from Cedar Grove
Missionary Baptist Church will bring into favorable notice the opportunities,
possibilities and resources of the City of Vicksburg and will be helpful toward
advancing the moral, financial and other interest of the City of Vicksburg.
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, and
unanimously passed, The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg approved
the purchase of a full page ad from Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Cookbook in the amount of $100.00. The motion was adopted unanimously by
the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
L. ID-16-957 Approve request for advertisement from The Living Independence for
Everyone (L.I.F.E.) organization for its 10th Annual Bridging the Gap 5K
Walk/Run/Stroll or Roll-a-Thon on September 24, 2016 [Mayor's
Discretionary Fund]
Attachments: LIFE Ad
Mayor Flaggs stated that purchasing an advertisement from The Living
Independence for Everyone (L.I.F.E.) will bring into favorable notice the
opportunities, possibilities and resources of the City of Vicksburg and will be
helpful toward advancing the moral, financial and other interest of the City of
Vicksburg.
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, and
unanimously passed, The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg approved
the purchase of a full page ad from The Living Independence for Everyone
(L.I.F.E.) for its 10th Annual Bridging the Gap 5K Walk/Run/Stroll or Roll-a-Thon
on September 24, 2016 in the amount of $500.00 [Mayor's Discretionary Fund] .
The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
M. ID-16-958 Approve request for advertisement from Alcorn State University for its
Annual Always Alcorn Golf Tournament and Silent Auction on Tuesday,
July 26, 2016
Attachments: Alcorn Golf Sponsorship
Mayor Flaggs stated that purchasing an advertisement from Alcorn State
University will bring into favorable notice the opportunities, possibilities and
resources of the City of Vicksburg and will be helpful toward advancing the
moral, financial and other interest of the City of Vicksburg.
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, and
unanimously passed, The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg approved
the purchase of a gold hole ad from Alcorn State University for its Annual Always
Alcorn Golf Tournament and Silent Auction on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in the
amount of $100.00. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
N. ID-16-961 Approve request for sponsorship from Vicksburg High School Baseball
Program for its First Annual Gator Golf Classic on Friday, August 5,
2016
Attachments: VHS Baseball Golf Sponsorship
Mayor Flaggs stated that purchasing an advertisement from Vicksburg High
School Baseball Program will bring into favorable notice the opportunities,
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possibilities and resources of the City of Vicksburg and will be helpful toward
advancing the moral, financial and other interest of the City of Vicksburg.
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, and
unanimously passed, The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg approved
the purchase of a full page ad from Vicksburg High School Baseball Program for
its First Annual Gator Golf Classis on Friday, August 5, 2016 in the amount of
$100.00. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
O. ID-16-967 Authorize issuance of requisition number 1608541 in the amount of
$30,723.00 to Landers Dodge for the purchase of one (1) 2016 Dodge
Ram 2500 crew cab truck for the Police Department [State Contract]
Attachments: Requisition 1608541
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to authorize the issuance of requisition number 1608541 in
the amount of $30,723.00 to Landers Dodge for the purchase of one (1) 2016
Dodge Ram 2500 crew cab truck for the Police Department [State Contract]. The
motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
P. ID-16-969 Approve request from The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus for
Complimentary Use of City Auditorium on September 12, 2016 from
7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. to host a Town Hall Meeting
Attachments: Auditorium Comp Use
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to approve the request from The Mississippi Legislative
Black Caucus for Complimentary Use of City Auditorium on September 12, 2016
from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. to host a Town Hall Meeting. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Q. ID-16-968 Accept Letters for cost of cutting and cleaning lots and Adopt Resolution
to Establish Special Assessment on the following properties:
1. 1617 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19732; owned by State of Mississippi
2. 1625 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19734; owned by State of Mississippi
3. 1400 South Street, PPIN 16090; owned by State of Mississippi
4. Moonmist Drive, PPIN 9417; owned by State of Mississippi
5. 1411 Jackson Street, PPIN 18726; owned by State of Mississippi
6. 1104 Third North Street, PPIN 18822; owned by State of Mississippi
7. 2340 Grove Street, PPIN 20805; owned by State of Mississippi
8. 1804 South Street, PPIN 17920; owned by State of Mississippi
9. 227 Hills of the Valley, PPIN 19989; owned by State of Mississippi
10. 531 Hugo Street, PPIN 19601; owned by State of Mississippi
Attachments: Special Assessments 2
The Letters (Statements) and Resolutions on the following properties were
presented to the Board:
1617 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19732; owned by State of Mississippi
1625 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19734; owned by State of Mississippi
1400 South Street, PPIN 16090; owned by State of Mississippi
Moonmist Drive, PPIN 9417; owned by State of Mississippi
1411 Jackson Street, PPIN 18726; owned by State of Mississippi
1104 Third North Street, PPIN 18822; owned by State of Mississippi
2340 Grove Street, PPIN 20805; owned by State of Mississippi
1804 South Street, PPIN 17920; owned by State of Mississippi
227 Hills of the Valley, PPIN 19989; owned by State of Mississippi
531 Hugo Street, PPIN 19601; owned by State of Mississippi
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to accept the foregoing Letters (Statements) for cost of
cutting and cleaning lots and Adopt the following Resolutions establishing
Special Assessments. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following
vote:
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Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
R. ID-16-963 Hearing to determine whether or not the properties listed on the
Community Development Agenda are a public menace to the public
health, safety and welfare of the community
Attachments: Special Assessments
Victor Gray-Lewis, Director of Community Development, came for a hearing
before the Board to discuss and request permission to proceed to cut, clean and
demolish the following properties:
714 Beresford, PPIN 16724; owned by Betty R. Hall (cut grass/weeds; remove
trash/debris)
Bonelli Street, PPIN 18252; owned by State of Mississippi (cut grass/weeds;
remove trash/debris)
114 Greenview Drive, PPIN 13585; owned by Alice J. Aurtha Estate c/o Willie Mae
Lateff (cut grass/weeds; remove trash/debris)
2342 Grove Street, PPIN 20803; owned by Sara Sneed (cut grass/weeds; remove
trash/debris)
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the Mayor
and Aldermen voted to declare the foregoing properties to be a public menace to
the public health, safety & welfare of the community and authorize the Director of
Community Development to proceed to cut, clean and demolish structures with
all charges incurred to be assessed against the property owners.
The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Resolutions:
S. ID-16-960 Adopt Resolution to Provide In-Kind Services to Vicksburg Family
Development
Attachments: Resolution - Family Development
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to adopt Resolution to Provide In-Kind Services
to Vicksburg Family Development. The motion was adopted unanimously by
the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Enactment No: RES 2016-137
T. ID-16-962 Adopt Resolution to Provide Matching Funds to Lifting Lives
Ministries, Inc.
Attachments: Resolution - Lifting Lives
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to adopt Resolution to Provide Matching Funds
to Lifting Lives Ministries, Inc. The motion was adopted unanimously by the
following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Enactment No: RES 2016-138
U. ID-16-973 Adopt Resolution Authorizing Additional Matching Funds in the
amount of $1,338,450.00 from Utility Funds for the CDBG
Wastewater Treatment Plant Grant Project [Blue Ink]
Attachments: Resolution - CDBG Grant
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to adopt Resolution Authorizing Additional
Matching Funds in the amount of $1,338,450.00 from Utility Funds for the
CDBG Wastewater Treatment Plant Grant Project [Blue Ink]. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Enactment No: RES 2016-139
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Contracts:
V. ID-16-971 Authorize Mayor to Execute Contract for Services with Dr. Gloria
Butler as Medical Director of EMS
Attachments: Contract Dr. Butler
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to authorize the Mayor to Execute Contract for
Services with Dr. Gloria Butler as Medical Director of EMS. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
V.1 ID-16-1022 Authorize Mayor to Execute Contract for Services for "Downtown at
Dusk" Event with:
1. J.L. Mitchell
2. Mark Doyle
3. Ranger's Sound and Lighting Company
4. Ralph Miller of Double Ramm OutLaws
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to authorize the Mayor to Execute Contract for
Services for "Downtown at Dusk" Event with the following: 1. J.L. Mitchell, 2.
Mark Doyle, 3. Ranger's Sound and Lighting Company, 4. Ralph Miller of
Double Ramm Outlaws. The motion was adopted unanimously by the
following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Docket of Claims:
W. ID-16-954 Approve Claims Docket
On motion of Alderman Mayfield, seconded by Alderman Thompson, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve the Action Item W. ID-16-954 Approve
Claims Docket. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Executive Session:
Alderman Thompson moved the Mayor and Aldermen go into a closed meeting to
determine if the Board should go into executive session. The motion was
seconded by Alderman Mayfield. Voting aye, Mayor Flaggs, Alderman
Thompson, Alderman Mayfield. None voting nay, the motion was unanimously
adopted.
The Mayor and Aldermen discussed whether or not they should go into executive
session. Alderman Mayfield moved to go into executive session to discuss
Personnel Action Forms for Pay Adjustments in the Police Department (4), Fire
Department (2); Status Change in the Community Service Department (1);
Rescind Termination (Reaffirmed) in the Water Treatment Plant (1); Suspension
in the Animal Control Department (1); Terminations in the Recreation
Maintenance Department (2), COV Summer Youth in the Building Maintenance
Department (4); Permission to Post for Seasonal Laborers in the Parks and
Recreation Maintenance Department (2). The motion was seconded by Alderman
Mayfield, and upon vote being taken, the following voting aye: Mayor Flaggs,
Alderman Thompson, Alderman Mayfield. The motion was adopted unanimously.
The Mayor and Aldermen announced they would go into executive session to
discuss Personnel Action Forms for Pay Adjustments in the Police Department
(4), Fire Department (2); Status Change in the Community Service Department (1);
Rescind Termination (Reaffirmed) in the Water Treatment Plant (1); Suspension
in the Animal Control Department (1); Terminations in the Recreation
Maintenance Department (2), COV Summer Youth in the Building Maintenance
Department (4); Permission to Post for Seasonal Laborers in the Parks and
Recreation Maintenance Department (2).
The Mayor and Aldermen are now in executive session.
Those present at the executive session were Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Thompson,
Alderman Mayfield, Nancy Thomas - City Attorney, Walter W. Osborne, Jr. - City
Clerk, Walterine Langford - Human Resource Director, Tasha W. Jordan - Deputy
City Clerk, Brian Boykins - Mayor’s Administrative Assistant, Danitta Reed -
Southward's Administrative Assistant.
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
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Personnel Matters:
A. ID-16-979 Pay Adjustments - Police Department (4)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve Pay Adjustments for Police Officer
from $13.85 per hour to $14.05 per hour, Police Officer from $15.00 per hour
to $15.20 per hour, Police Officer from $13.85 per hour to $14.05 per hour,
Police Officer at $13.85 per hour to $14.05 per hour in the Police Department.
The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
B. ID-16-980 Pay Adjustments - Fire Department (2)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve Pay Adjustments for Captain V+ at
$14.90 per hour to $15.16 per hour, Captain Paramedic III at $16.02 per hour to
Captain Paramedic IV at $16.29 per hour in the Fire Department. The motion
was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
C. ID-16-981 Status Change - Community Service Department (1)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve the Status Change for Foreman from
Full time position to a part time position in the Community Service
Department. Employee hourly rate will remain the same. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
D. ID-16-982 Rescind Termination (Reaffirmed) - Water Treatment Plant (1)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to Rescind Termination (Reaffirmed) action form
from July 08, 2016 Board Meeting for Secretary II in the Water Treatment
Plant. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
E. ID-16-983 Suspension - Animal Control Department (1)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve the Suspension for Laborer for twenty
(20) days in the Animal Control Department. Employee has been issued
several oral warnings regarding speeding in City Vehicle, attendance and
proper use of City vehicle as well as expenditures on card for gas for City
Vehicle. The motion was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
F. ID-16-984 Terminations - Recreation Maintenance Department (2)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve the Terminations for two (2) Seasonal
Laborers in the Recreation Maintenance Department. Both employees have
not reported to work in approximately two (2) weeks. The motion was
adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
G. ID-16-985 Terminations - COV Summer Youth - Building Maintenance
Department (4)
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve the Terminations for four (4) COV
Summer Youth Workers in the Building Maintenance Department. COV
Summer Program Ended. The motion was adopted unanimously by the
following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
H. ID-16-986 Permission to Post - Seasonal Laborers - Parks and Recreation
Maintenance Department (2)
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On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to approve Request to Post for two (2) Seasonal
Laborers in the Parks and Recreation Maintenance Department. The motion
was adopted unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
I. ID-16-1220 Come Out of Executive Session and Approve All Items Taken Up in
Executive Session
On motion of Alderman Thompson, seconded by Alderman Mayfield, the
Mayor and Aldermen voted to Come Out of Executive Session and Approve
All Items Taken Up in Executive Session. The motion was adopted
unanimously by the following vote:
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
Adjournment
On motion of Mayor Flaggs, seconded by Alderman Thompson, and unanimously
passed, the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg adjourned to meet 10
o’clock a.m., Monday, July 25, 2016, to take up and act upon any and all matters
that may come before the Board.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Aye: 3- Mayor Flaggs, Alderman Mayfield, and Alderman Thompson
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Agenda
1415 Walnut Street
City of Vicksburg Vicksburg, MS 39180
Meeting Agenda
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Monday, July 18, 2016 10:00 AM City Hall Annex Board Room
1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Board Comments:
4. Adopt Agenda
Recognitions:
A. ID-16-949 Recognition of Community Service
Attachments: Community Svc. Recognition
Routine Agenda:
A. ID-16-948 Receive Sealed Bids for:
1. Renovation of Gym Floor - Jackson Street Community Center
2. Roof Replacement - Gas and Airport Department
3. Police Station Covered Transport Loading
B. ID-16-964 Award Sealed Bid for:
1. Water Treatment Plant Chemicals
Attachments: WTP Award
Appearing Ann Grimshel
C. ID-16-965 Authorize City Clerk to advertise Sealed Bids for:
1. Pebble Lime
Attachments: Pebble Lime Adv
Appearing Ann Grimshel
D. ID-16-974 Approve request by Briana Knox for the Right to Assemble and Protest
on the corners of Clay Street and Mission 66 & Washington Street near
Welcome Center July 20-21, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Attachments: Peaceful Protest
Appearing Briana Knox
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E. ID-16-953 Receive Crime Statistic Report for June 2016
Attachments: Crime Stats June 2016
F. ID-16-955 Accept Grant Award from Mississippi Office of Highway Safety for 2017
Occupant Protection Grant Program [Blue Ink]
Attachments: Occupant Protection Grant
Appearing Marcia Weaver
G. ID-16-972 Authorize Mayor to Execute the Mississippi Development Authority,
Community Services Division Request for Cash #8 (reimbursement
request) in the amount of $10,568.14 [Blue Ink]
Attachments: MDA Request for Cash
Appearing Nancy Allen
H. ID-16-966 Authorize Walter Armstrong,Chief of Police to execute letter to
Mississippi Department of Public Safety for Changes to State NCIC
Data Network Services
Attachments: Data Network
I. ID-16-970 Accept resignation of Dr. George Abraham as Medical Director of EMS
Attachments: Resignation Dr. Abraham
J. ID-16-950 Approve request for advertisement from Warren Central High School
Lady Vikes Basketball Team
Attachments: Lady Vikes Ad
K. ID-16-956 Approve request for advertisement from Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist
Church
Attachments: Cedar Grove Ad
L. ID-16-957 Approve request for advertisement from The Living Independence for
Everyone (L.I.F.E.) organization for its 10th Annual Bridging the Gap 5K
Walk/Run/Stroll or Roll-a-Thon on September 24, 2016 [Mayor's
Discretionary Fund]
Attachments: LIFE Ad
M. ID-16-958 Approve request for advertisement from Alcorn State University for its
Annual Always Alcorn Golf Tournament and Silent Auction on Tuesday,
July 26, 2016
Attachments: Alcorn Golf Sponsorship
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Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Agenda July 18, 2016
N. ID-16-961 Approve request for sponsorship from Vicksburg High School Baseball
Program for its First Annual Gator Golf Classic on Friday, August 5,
2016
Attachments: VHS Baseball Golf Sponsorship
O. ID-16-967 Authorize issuance of requisition number 1608541 in the amount of
$30,723.00 to Landers Dodge for the purchase of one (1) 2016 Dodge
Ram 2500 crew cab truck for the Police Department [State Contract]
Attachments: Requisition 1608541
Appearing Ann Grimshel
P. ID-16-969 Approve request from The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus for
Complimentary Use of City Auditorium on September 12, 2016 from
7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. to host a Town Hall Meeting
Attachments: Auditorium Comp Use
Q. ID-16-968 Accept Letters for cost of cutting and cleaning lots and Adopt Resolution
to Establish Special Assessment on the following properties:
1. 1617 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19732; owned by State of Mississippi
2. 1625 Sky Farm Avenue, PPIN 19734; owned by State of Mississippi
3. 1400 South Street, PPIN 16090; owned by State of Mississippi
4. Moonmist Drive, PPIN 9417; owned by State of Mississippi
5. 1411 Jackson Street, PPIN 18726; owned by State of Mississippi
6. 1104 Third North Street, PPIN 18822; owned by State of Mississippi
7. 2340 Grove Street, PPIN 20805; owned by State of Mississippi
8. 1804 South Street, PPIN 17920; owned by State of Mississippi
9. 227 Hills of the Valley, PPIN 19989; owned by State of Mississippi
10. 531 Hugo Street, PPIN 19601; owned by State of Mississippi
Attachments: Special Assessments 2
Appearing Victor Gray-Lewis
R. ID-16-963 Hearing to determine whether or not the properties listed on the
Community Development Agenda a public menace to the public health,
safety and welfare of the community
Attachments: Special Assessments
Appearing Victor Gray-Lewis
Resolutions:
S. ID-16-960 Adopt Resolution to Provide In-Kind Services to Vicksburg Family
Development
Attachments: Resolution - Family Development
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T. ID-16-962 Adopt Resolution to Provide Matching Funds to Lifting Lives
Ministries, Inc.
Attachments: Resolution - Lifting Lives
U. ID-16-973 Adopt Resolution Authorizing Additional Matching Funds in the
amount of $1,338,450.00 from Utility Funds for the CDBG
Wastewater Treatment Plant Grant Project [Blue Ink]
Attachments: Resolution - CDBG Grant
Appearing Marcia Weaver
Contracts:
V. ID-16-971 Authorize Mayor to Execute Contract for Services with Dr. Gloria
Butler as Medical Director of EMS
Attachments: Contract Dr. Butler
Docket of Claims:
W. ID-16-954 Approve Claims Docket
Executive Session:
Personnel Matters:
A. ID-16-979 Pay Adjustments - Police Department (4)
B. ID-16-980 Pay Adjustments - Fire Department (2)
C. ID-16-981 Status Change - Community Service Department (1)
D. ID-16-982 Rescind Termination (Reaffirmed) - Water Treatment Plant (1)
E. ID-16-983 Suspension - Animal Control Department (1)
F. ID-16-984 Terminations - Recreation Maintenance Department (2)
G. ID-16-985 Terminations - COV Summer Youth - Building Maintenance
Department (4)
H. ID-16-986 Permission to Post - Seasonal Laborers - Parks and Recreation
Maintenance Department (2)
Adjournment
Next Adjourned Regular Meeting, 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 25, 2016
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