Public documents that mention John Austin Arender.
Sep 22, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council held a regular meeting that included policy, routine, and executive session agendas. Key discussions and actions included: condemning several properties as unclean and a menace to public safety; approving the final Motor Vehicle Assessment Schedule for the upcoming fiscal year; adopting various ordinances amending the Land Development Code and rezoning properties for specific developments; approving variance requests for fence heights, setbacks, and landscape requirements; authorizing a professional services agreement for technical support regarding a Federal Transit Administration grant; approving several infrastructure improvement project closeouts and supplemental agreements; ratifying fire protection agreements with the University of Southern Mississippi; authorizing grant applications for various community initiatives, including cultural and forestry programs; approving a lighting agreement; and voiding several wastewater treatment agreements with local utility providers during an executive session.
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The council addressed various administrative and policy matters, including the adoption of budget amendments and resolutions for grant applications to state and federal programs. Key discussions involved authorizing various infrastructure projects, such as bridge repairs, street improvements, and roof repairs for city facilities. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved zoning variances, conditional use requests for property development, and professional services agreements. Routine agenda items included the approval of claims dockets, the sale of grave spaces, and the appointment of commission members.
Aug 3, 2026·Board meeting
Hattiesburg City Council Agenda Review
The council conducted an agenda review followed by a citizens' forum where several community members addressed the council. Departmental budget presentations were delivered for the Municipal Court, Transportation and Engineering, and Public Works. During an executive session, the council discussed economic development, specifically regarding business location, expansion, and negotiations. A motion was subsequently approved to authorize the Mayor to execute a Letter of Intent for an economic development project at a specific property location.
Jun 16, 2026·Board meeting
Hattiesburg City Council Regular Meeting
The council addressed various administrative and policy items, including the approval of several ordinances for street and alley closures, zoning changes, and subdivision alterations. Decisions were made regarding variances and conditional use requests for property development. The council also authorized budget amendments, filed property condemnations for health and safety, and approved grant applications for fire equipment and infrastructure safety planning. Additionally, the council ratified various professional service agreements, sponsorship deals, and procurement items, while also addressing a legal appeal and conducting an executive session regarding prospective litigation.
