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Board of Aldermen Work Session & Board Meeting - Monday, July 20th, 2026 - Brandon, Mississippi
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Board Approves Base Bid for 2026 Street Paving; Corey Park Chip Seal Decision Deferred
The board discussed the 2026 street paving plan, including bids from Superior Asphalt. The base bid was $2,690,000, with an alternate for a Corey Park chip seal project at $176,820. The project is funded by infrastructure modernization funds and a $1.5 million loan, totaling approximately $3 million. The board was asked to approve the plan and determine the timeline with the engineering department. Following a debate about the chip seal alternate, focusing on natural trails versus ADA accessibility, the board approved the base bid and deferred the chip seal decision.
Energy and Utility Contract Details Deemed Proprietary, Public Service Commission Reviews Rates
During discussions on energy and utility agreements, particularly with Energy Mississippi LLC and Vio, it was clarified that contract details like rates are considered privileged and proprietary information between private companies. While the Public Service Commission reviews and approves these rates, the specifics are not publicly disclosed to maintain competitive advantage. This was framed in the context of why some governmental and business dealings might appear secretive, emphasizing that it's standard business practice rather than an attempt to dupe the public.
Board Approves Base Bid for 2026 Street Paving; Chip Seal Decision Deferred
The board discussed a proposed street overlay project for 2026, including bids received. Superior Asphalt submitted the lowest base bid of $2,690,430. An alternate bid for a chip seal project in Corey Park was $176,820. The project's feasibility is linked to infrastructure modernization funds and potential borrowing. The total funding available, approximately $3 million, covers the estimated costs. The board was asked to approve the plan, with subsequent steps involving determining the project timeline with the engineering department. A debate ensued regarding the chip seal alternate for Corey Park roads, with some favoring keeping the areas natural and others highlighting the need for ADA accessibility and potential use for events like 'magical lights'. Ultimately, the board approved the base bid for road improvements and deferred the chip seal decision.
Board Approves Tourism Agreements, Claims Dockets, and Grant Reports
The board considered approving professional services agreements for tourism promotion, pavement of show-related expenditures, and artist agreements, along with the docket of claims for July and electronic fund transfers for June. Additionally, quarterly reports for MOST grants (Marquette Road, Corey Trails, City Park) were presented. A motion to approve these items was passed.
Public Hearing Set for Rezoning Request at 203 Felicity Street
The board set a public hearing for August 17, 2026, to consider a rezoning request for the property at 203 Felicity Street. The owner, Beth Stevens, has requested to rezone the property from RM8 to VMU. This action initiates the public process for evaluating the rezoning proposal.
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