Special Budget Workshop Feb. 10, 2025

The City of Biloxi held a special budget workshop on February 10, 2026, focused on discussing projects and funding related to general obligation bonds, with a proposed amount around $14 million. Council members and the mayor debated prioritizing various capital projects across different wards, including maintenance needs such as roof replacements, generators, HVAC systems, and infrastructure improvements like road widening and recreational facilities. There was significant discussion about balancing immediate maintenance needs versus long-term investments, with some council members advocating for increasing the bond amount up to $20 million to cover all priorities. The workshop emphasized collaboration between the council and administration to finalize a prioritized project list and bond amount to proceed with bond issuance, while considering potential grant funding and financial responsibility to maintain city reserves. The meeting concluded with plans to refine project costs and prepare for further council action.