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Meeting of the Southaven, Mississippi Mayor and Board of Aldermen - July 21, 2026
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Fuel Pump Relocation Project Estimated at $750,000; Surplus Funds to be Used
The relocation of fuel pumps from the old East Precinct site on May Boulevard to a new, ideal location on Freeman Lane near the park maintenance shop is necessary due to vacating the old property. The estimated cost for this project is $750,000. The proposed location includes an 'in and out' road design for efficient vehicle access. The city plans to pay for this one-time capital improvement expense using excess surplus funds rather than rolling it into the annual budget [cite: 843-924].
Donation Docket Approval Delayed Due to Missing Documentation
A motion was made to approve a donation docket, but the detailed donation documents were not readily available. The board discussed the need for efficiency and approving donations as a list. It was agreed to address this by ensuring lists are provided for future meetings [cite: 1003-1038].
Street Striping Package Cost Increases to $380,000, Funding Secured
The Mayor presented an update on the street striping package, noting the cost has increased significantly from an estimated $200,000 to $380,000. Despite the increase, the city has sufficient excess surplus funds to proceed. The project involves using high-quality thermoplastic for durability and reflectivity, enabling the city's public works crew to stripe streets efficiently and address faded markings, which is critical for safety [cite: 613-699].
Church Road Utility Relocation Final Change Order Approved with Deduct
A final change order for the Church Road utility relocation project was approved. This relocation is necessary for the I-55 expansion project, which will be managed by the state. The final change order reflects a deductive amount of $127,719.56, due to lump quantities that were not required for the project. Authorization was granted for the mayor to sign this final change order [cite: 232-246].
Abandoned Property Ordinance Amended to Streamline Police Department Possession
The City Council passed a resolution to amend the abandoned property ordinance. This amendment clarifies that abandoned property, not seized property, that comes into the possession of the Southaven Police Department can be petitioned for by the municipal court, rather than the DeSoto County Circuit Court. After initial advertising as per statute, the police department can petition the municipal court to keep the property if no claimant emerges after 120 days. This distinction is crucial as seized property follows a different legal path through the District Attorney's office and Circuit Court [cite: 104-151].
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