Hinds County

The Board approved several financial matters, including special and regular claims, and authorized the purchase of equipment for the Tax Assessor's office and Public Works department. Discussion and action were taken on local infrastructure projects, such as the Hinds Parkway Lighting Project, the paving of library parking, and the Wakeland Hills Drainage Project. The Board recognized a centenarian, approved various tax-related orders and exemptions for local businesses, and authorized the advertising for legal notices and Board proceedings. Additionally, the Board discussed security personnel in executive session, adjusted the detainee cap at a correctional facility, and received various department reports and updates.

The meeting agenda includes centenarian and special recognitions, including a child abuse proclamation and a resolution honoring a JSU Vice-President. Discussion topics feature Sheriff's office equipment purchases, insurance proceeds for vehicles, and an MOU with Christians in Action, Inc. Bridge replacement project updates and final acceptances are scheduled, alongside motions for road resurfacing and paving in multiple districts. Administrative business includes committee appointments, an audit assistance contract, IT change orders and service renewals, and various generator maintenance agreements. The Board will also address tax-related matters and hold an executive session concerning litigation and security personnel.

The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and financial matters, including the approval of claims, the recognition of employee service anniversaries, and the conduct of public hearings for Tax Increment Financing plans regarding the Fondren Place Development and Prado Lofts at Meadowbrook project. Key actions included the approval of interlocal agreements, construction bids for HUD beautification projects, and the purchase of police vehicles. The Board also addressed personnel appointments, infrastructure updates across various districts, and financial agreements, including budget amendments, grant applications, and contract extensions for services.

The Board addressed the revision of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget to correct millage allocations for Hinds Community College, including formal approval of the General Fund and Combined budgets. Additionally, the Board approved an amended resolution regarding the tax levy for the same fiscal year.

The Board of Supervisors discussed and approved a Second Amended Resolution regarding the tax levy for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Key discussions focused on adjusting millage rates for Hinds Community College, specifically correcting decimal placement and clarifying the source of the funds. Members debated the implications of shifting millage between the Hinds County Economic Development Authority, the Jackson-Hinds Library System, and Hinds Community College, including concerns regarding the college's spending and the library's budget and operations. Ultimately, the Board approved cutting millage from the Jackson-Hinds Library System to increase the millage for Hinds Community College, followed by the formal adoption of the tax levy resolution.