Tupelo City Council // 9-1-2026

The Tupelo City Council held a regular meeting on September 1, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. The council approved a budget amendment increasing the general fund by $6,000 in donations for the Parks and Recreation Department and adjusted the use tax budget to reflect actual receipts, including $10 million in general obligation bonds issued for city improvements. They approved a Justice Assistance Grant for cyber lab equipment for the police department, awarded a structural stabilization contract for Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church, and approved lot mowing and property demolition lists. The council also approved final closeout documents for the Front Street Improvements project and a change order extending the Tulip Sewer Improvements project due to equipment delays. Additionally, they authorized the mayor to execute contract terms related to a fiber optic Mega Pop network, facilitating improved fiber access in the area. Lastly, the council approved an emergency purchase of three padmounted transformers for the water department following storm damage. Motions for all these items passed unanimously, reflecting active procurement and capital project management.