Meeting of the Southaven, Mississippi Mayor and Board of Aldermen - July 7, 2026

The City of Southaven, Mississippi Board of Aldermen held a meeting on July 7, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included authorization to seek bids for overhead arch signs at Snowden Grove Park, funded by remaining funds from the 2022 parks enhancement plan. The board also approved a revised lease amendment with the GSA for the FBI office, which included a required anti-DEI statement but no changes to lease terms or costs. Additionally, the board authorized the surplus of certain police department vehicles and approved a landscaping contract amendment for maintenance of Nail Road islands, with a revised monthly cost of $22,570. The meeting featured a detailed discussion on the parks enhancement plan, particularly the expansion of the tennis facility with potential bond financing to support a larger indoor tennis complex, aiming to position Southaven as a regional leader in tennis amenities. The board also discussed property maintenance code amendments and employee drug testing policy updates consistent with state law. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were unanimously approved by roll call votes. The meeting concluded with a move to executive session to discuss city property sales, economic development, and personnel matters without action.