City Council Aug. 25, 2026

The City Council of Biloxi held a meeting on August 25, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and resolutions. The council authorized the purchase of two Nissan Pathfinders as part of their vehicle replacement program. They also addressed self-funded employee group health insurance, approving a plan with an increased cost but offering two options to employees to manage expenses. The council discussed facility rental fee reductions for events such as the Miss Senior World International Pageant and the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, ultimately approving a maximum discount of $3,000 for each. Additionally, the council considered a resolution to deny an appeal to remove certain properties from the West Central Historic District, affirming the Architectural Historical Review Commission's decision to maintain the historic designation. A presentation was given by Retail Strategies, a real estate consulting firm, proposing a retail development and business recruitment strategy for the city, with an annual consulting fee estimated between $50,000 and $60,000 depending on the scope. The council also reviewed code enforcement cases and discussed infrastructure and public safety updates. Several votes were taken on resolutions related to procurement, budget allocations, and policy enforcement during the meeting.