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Jan 21, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Gulfport-Harrison County Consortium Substantial Amendment 2017-2024
This document is a public notice announcing a second 30-day comment period for proposed substantial amendments to previously approved Consolidated Plans and Prior Year Action Plans. The amendments pertain to the reprogramming of unspent Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds spanning the 2017-2024 period. The primary objective is to reallocate these federal funds and align goals and strategies across the Action Plans with the Consolidated Plans to ensure accurate future reporting.
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This document outlines a substantial amendment to the City of Gulfport's 2017-2024 Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans, specifically focusing on the reprogramming of unspent Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds. The amendment details the reallocation of previously unspent funds from 2017-2024 to support new programs and activities addressing identified community needs. It also includes changes to program years and the process for citizen participation.
Sep 15, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Proposed Budget
The proposed budget for the City of Gulfport includes multiple funds such as the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, Special Revenue Funds, Capital Projects, Debt Service, and Internal Service funds. The city-wide fund balance is projected to be $67 million by September 30, 2026. The General Fund includes revenues from property tax, sales tax, licenses and permits, franchise fees, and gaming fees. Enterprise Funds cover Water Sewer Operations, Solid Waste, Harbor Operations, and Harbor Lights. Special Revenue Funds include Disaster Relief, Community Development, Opioid Settlement, Police and Fire Retirement, and other specialized funds. Capital Projects are allocated across City Government, Water Sewer, ARPA, MIMA Bond, and MIMA Use Tax Receipts. The budget also details debt service and internal service funds for employee health insurance and claims contingency.
Aug 29, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council Proposed Budget
The proposed budget for the City of Gulfport for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, includes a city-wide summary with a total of 23 different funds. These funds encompass the General Fund, enterprise funds, special revenue funds, capital projects funds, debt service funds, and internal service funds. The city is expected to close the fiscal year with an estimated net fund balance of $71.9 million. The General Fund accounts for approximately 28% of the City's budgeted revenues and 21% of the City's budgeted expenditures. The budget also details grants, subsidies, and allocations to various organizations, as well as revenues and expenses for the Water Sewer Fund, Solid Waste Fund, Harbor Operations Fund, and Harbor Lights Fund.
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