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June 16, 2026 City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 16, 2026
City Council Addresses Drainage Concerns, Park Maintenance, and Tree Lawsuit
Council members discussed ongoing drainage issues within the city, particularly in the old Des Shieldsworth subdivision and near Romanita and 3rd Street. Concerns were raised about altered water flow patterns, with water no longer flowing from the cemetery towards St. Charles but doubling back. Maintenance of ditches and culverts, specifically one near the cemetery on Third Street and another running parallel to Christ Episcopal, were mentioned. The potential impact of recent heavy rainfall on these issues was also noted. There was also a discussion regarding the maintenance and security of restrooms at MLK Park, with concerns about them not being locked at night and the fire department potentially lacking keys. The condition of basketball courts at MLK Park and the need for new paint were also discussed, with questions about existing paint quality and available funding. Finally, the city's response to a lawsuit filed by Kernion and Norman regarding two protected oak trees on Demontluzin was debated, with a recommendation to oppose the lawsuit and establish a tree board for future tree-related matters.
City Council Meeting Addresses Agenda Items, Public Concerns, and Legal Matters
The City Council meeting on June 16th, 2026, began with a roll call, invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was approved with amendments to include executive session items related to specific legal cases: Valentine Properties vs. City of Bay St. Louis and SWK LLC vs. City of Bay St. Louis. Announcements included upcoming events like the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and the OG Crab Fest, as well as city office closures for the holiday. A public forum allowed a resident, Cliff Ravel, to express concerns about a stalled development project, urging progress and suggesting ways to move forward. Council members also discussed recent heavy rainfall and potential impacts on water flow and drainage. The council approved minutes from a previous meeting and the consent agenda. Project updates were minimal due to the absence of a key staff member. City Clerk reports included approval of two dockets of claims. Under the Mayor's agenda, a presentation by a company regarding a road study was scheduled for the next meeting, potentially starting 30 minutes earlier. A budget workshop was tentatively set for July 9th. Council members expressed gratitude for city staff's diligence and discussed specific issues like park maintenance and basketball court refurbishment. The attorney recommended an executive session to discuss three legal matters: Kernion and Laurie Norman vs. City of Bay Saint Louis (an appeal), and two chancery court matters pertaining to altering a plat.
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