Special Called July 21 2026

The City of Biloxi held a special called meeting on July 21, 2026, focusing primarily on departmental budget discussions and operational updates. Key procurement-related topics included budget considerations for the legal department, port division, and fire department. The fire department discussed staffing challenges, overtime costs, and capital expenditures such as a $250,000 brush truck funded through a fire rebate fund. The port division addressed equipment transfers and budget adjustments related to transportation equipment and garbage services. Council members also discussed the need for increased revenue generation, including the potential hiring of a full-time grant writer to pursue additional funding opportunities. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting emphasized budget constraints, staffing costs, and future capital needs. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn approved unanimously.