May 5, 2026Board meeting
Gulfport City Council City Council Meeting
The meeting featured a proclamation regarding Safe Boating Week. A presentation was provided by the Coast Guard Auxiliary concerning boating safety protocols and the importance of emergency preparedness. Additionally, the Gulf Scholars program from Eckerd College presented the findings of a survey regarding coastal resiliency at the local beach. Discussion included resident concerns such as water quality, erosion, and wildlife presence, as well as an assessment of various mitigation strategies including managed retreat, seawall reinforcement, beach renourishment, and nature-based living shorelines, with references to similar projects implemented in the region.