Ian Murray

This document outlines the "Gulfport Vision," a strategic initiative by the City of Gulfport's Department of Engineering to address and improve critical infrastructure. It encompasses essential services such as sewer collection, drinking water, transportation infrastructure (paved streets, traffic signals), storm drainage, and fire hydrants. The plan emphasizes preventative maintenance and significant capital investments to ensure the reliability and functionality of these systems, aiming to provide quality and timely services to citizens and visitors while minimizing inconvenience and promoting civic pride.

This Annual Action Plan for Gulfport-Harrison County outlines specific housing and community development actions and activities proposed for the 2025 program year, complementing the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan. The plan focuses on strategic goals including rehabilitating existing housing, supporting public service agencies, improving public parks and facilities, supporting Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), and providing tenant-based rental assistance. These initiatives leverage CDBG and HOME funds to benefit low- and moderate-income residents and address homelessness throughout the City of Gulfport and unincorporated Harrison County.

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.

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.

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.