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March 2, 2026

May 13, 2026

 Agenda of the

Forrest County Board of Supervisors

Date: Monday, March 2, 2026

 

  • Call to Order

 

  • Public Forum (5 minutes)
  1. Jack Gay and Tom Heanue – Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport
  2. Richard Bouchard

 

  • Approve February 2026 Minutes   Approved by Woullard/Stringer
  • Approve or Amend Agenda Approved by Mordica/Woullard

 

Approve Consent Agenda Items    A-L

 

 

Motion: Stringer  2nd: Woullard       Vote: Yes

 

  1. Continue in effect the Board President’s March 13, 2020, Proclamation of Existence of a Local Emergency in connection with COVID-19 Pandemic pursuant to Miss Code Section 33-15-17(d).

 

 

  1. Monthly Department Reports- February – 2026
  2. The Chancery report, as submitted by Lance Reid, Chancery Clerk.
  3. The Justice Court report, as submitted by Faye Moffett, Justice Court Clerk.
  4. The Coroner report, as submitted by Lisa Klem, Forrest County Coroner
  5. The Election Commissioner’s report, as submitted by James Harvison, Lucretia Jenkins, Johneice Dupree, Faye Noble, and Douglas “Butch” Benedict, Election Commissioners.
  6. The Circuit Court report, as submitted by Gwen Wilkes, Circuit Clerk.

 

 

 

  1. Acknowledgements
  2. Acknowledge and approve the closing of County Offices on Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the Good Friday holiday pursuant to Mississippi Code Section 3-3-7(2).
  3. Acknowledge payment to CIRCUIT CLERK IMPREST FUND, in the amount of $1,588.04 for the Circuit Court Jurors, Check No. 75344, Invoice No. 7113-7150.
  4. Acknowledge payment to ENTERPRISE FM TRUST, in the amount of $18,779.41 for leased vehicles, Check No. 75343, Invoice No. 020426.
  5. Acknowledge the fully executed Pre Disaster Debris Monitoring Agreement between Forrest County and Debris Tech be extended for one (1) year, commencing on January 23,2026 and continuing through March 13, 2027 per attached addendum.
  6. Acknowledge payment to DISH NETWORK, LLC, in the amount of $450.19, Invoice No. 3350075687, Check No. 75418 for the Jail.
  7. Acknowledge Check No. 23308, in the amount of $1,721.00 from Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc. for equipment.
  8. Acknowledge list of checks to be voided from the Justice Court Depository, totaling $441.25; No. 31784 for $132.50; No. 31794 for $300.75; No. 31818 for $8.00.
  9. Acknowledge and approve the Cover SaaS fees for the month of March, totaling $99.69.
  10. Acknowledge the fully executed Pre Disaster Debris Hauling Agreement between Forrest County and Looks Great Services being extended for one (1) additional year, commencing 1/23/26 through 3/13/27.
  11. Acknowledge and approve request for necessary funds to conduct the Democratic Party Primary Election in Forrest County on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.; (1) 34 R&R Poll Managers at $200 each, plus mileage, if over 10 miles, (2) 34 Bailiff Poll Managers at $200 each, (3) 136 Poll Managers at $200 each, (4) 3 Resolution Board members at $20 per hour (each).
  12. Acknowledge the submission of an application to the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (MOHS SLCGP) on behalf of the Forrest County IT Dept. in the amount of $141,092.00.
  13. Authorize the transfer of the FY2025 One Mil Levy Collections of $764,384.66 from Fund 010 to General Fund 001, as certified by the Mississippi Department of Revenue.
  14. Acknowledge the receipt of Check No. 313343 in the amount of $63,842.84 from the City of Hattiesburg for housing of inmates.
  15. Acknowledge and authorize Administrative Settlement on Right-of-Ways for Glendale Avenue Boat Ramp Project FC23-289, on Parcel 1 (Plat description) PPIN 8313 (15,315 square feet), comprising 0.352 Acres more or less for $3,000.00; with owner, Sturgeon Bay, LLC, and Parcel 2, (Plat description) PPIN 8407 (90,915 square feet), comprising 2,087 Acres more or less and Parcel 3 (Plat description) 0.494 Acres more or less for a total of 2.58 Acres at $3,000.00 per acre, total Acquisition Cost $7,743.00 with owner H Company, Inc. aka American Sand and Gravel. This will save attorney’s fees and costs of Eminent Domain, including formal appraisals and export fees and will be in the best interest of Forrest County further by concluding the Right-of-Ways on this project and allowing utilization of the MOSTF Grant Funds on the project. Authorize Comptroller to issue payment in the amount of $10,743.00, upon receipt of W-9s.

 

 

  1. 16th Section Leases
    1. Acknowledge 16th Section Residential Lease between Hattiesburg Municipal School District and McCrary Management, LLC, PPIN 36474, with an annual rent of $9,702.00. Authorize Board President to execute.

 

 

  1. Tax Assessor
  2. Approve request to Cancel tax sale on PPIN 44961 for 2024 year due to double assessment. The parcel does not exist. It is part of a larger track owned by Plum Creek. Authorize the Tax Collector to refund the purchaser of the tax sale, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer.
  3. Approve Petition for Reduction of Assessment for PPIN 40776, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer. (10% Assessment)
  4. Approve Petition for Reduction of Assessment for PPIN 6654, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer. (10% Assessment)
  5. Approve Petition for Reduction of Assessment for Parcel 1-009-06-004.01, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer. (Name change to Billy R. Pledger, new owner and correct legal.)
  6. Approve Petition for Reduction of Assessment for Parcel 1-103-006-003.00, PPIN 44961, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer. (Delete parcel, double assessed with Plum Creek)
  7. Approve request to Cancel tax sale on PPIN 44961 for 2024 year due to double assessment. The parcel does not exist. It is part of a larger track owned by Plum Creek. Authorize the Tax Collector to refund the purchaser of the tax sale, as submitted by Tax Assessor, Mary Ann Palmer.

 

 

  1. Tax Collector
  2. Approve and authorize the Cancellation of PPINS 25639,28195 and 13821 for Years 2023 and 2024 taxes. Also authorize the Cancellation of PPINS 44159, 12824, 7052, 20779, 6634, 25643, 13618, 22354, 22355, 13755, 20407, 25720, 14991, 15262, 15004, 6728, 11066, 25752, 15451, 40739, 12382, 15436, 19090 and 22078 for the year 2023 taxes. The 2023 and 2024 taxes sold to the State of MS and no refund is due.

 

 

  1. Travel
  2. Authorize and approve Stephen May and Jennifer Slade to travel to the Spring MCCA/MCAC Educational Conference at the Embassy Suites in Jackson-North Ridgeland, MS on April 22nd and 23rd, 2026. Make check payable to the Center for Government & Community Development in the amount of $160.00 for the associated registration fees. Approve associated travel and lodging for Stephen May and Jennifer Slade.
  3. Authorize and approve Brittany Courtney and Shelby Burger to attend the Collector of Revenue I for certification course from 3/9/2026 – 3-12-2026. Make Check payable to South Beach Hotel Biloxi in the amount of $660.00. All other travel related expenses will be submitted upon return.
  4. Authorize and approve Leah Simmons to attend the Appraisers School at Mississippi State on May 4th thru 15th, 2026. The cost of the class is $475.00 and check needs to be made payable to Extension Center for Governmental Development. Lodging will be at La Quinta Inn in Starkville at MSU, in the amount of $1,914.00 for a total of 2 weeks.

 

 

  1. Sponsorships/Advertisements
  2. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to United Way of Southeast Mississippi to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. This organization improves lives through cultivating partnerships in youth opportunity and healthy community, financial security, and community resiliency.
  3. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to NAACP to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. This event supports our mission to ensure political, educational, social and economic equality of all people and to eliminate racial hatred and discrimination.
  4. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to Hattiesburg Little League Baseball to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. This non-profit organization emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship and the importance of a supportive environment for all.
  5. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to Midtown Merchants Association to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. MMA works to support existing businesses, influence development and public works that will positively impact our neighborhood.
  6. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to Hattiesburg 100/ Pinebelt Foundation to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. This foundation raises money to provide funds for emergencies and/or hardships experienced by family members arising from and directly related to an officer’s death or serious injury sustained in the line of duty.
  7. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to DREAM to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3.
  8. Consider the purchase of a sponsorship/advertisement to Rotary Club of Hattiesburg to advertise county resources as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3. Our mission is to bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds to foster fellowship, service and leadership.

 

 

 

  1. Payables
  2. Approve and authorize reimbursement in the total amount of $314.21 for Petty Cash used; Chris Selman- $197.90; Jeff Yelverton -$38.36; Brad Miller -$17.85; Dereginald Williamson -$26.06; and John Myers-$34.04.
  3. Approve and authorize the purchase of two (2) KW Dump Trucks:26 Kenworth T880, VIN TJ230199 for $215,000.00; 26 Kenworth T880 VIN TJ30200 for $215,000.00. The total amount due upon delivery of Dump Trucks is $430,000.00.
  4. Approve the request to authorize Stephen May to issue a Check for Narcotics Buy Money in the amount of $2,000.00 made payable to Sheriff Charlie Sims.
  5. Approve and authorize payment to USM Campus Recreation in the amount of $6,620.00 for the Credit Card ticket sales of 2026 Southern Miss Coca Cola Classic Rodeo.
  6. Approve and authorize payment to USM Campus Recreation in the amount of $24,420.00 for the Purple Pass ticket sales of 2026 Southern Miss Coca Cola Classic Rodeo.
  7. Approve and authorize payment to Twin Fork Rising in the amount of $2,500.00 for 605 S. Tipton Street, Invoice No. 02232026 from ARPA fund.
  8. Approve and authorize payment to Twin Forks Rising in the amount of $9,896.80 for work at 605 S. Tipton Street from ARPA fund.

 

 

  1. Capital Outlay Expenditures
  2. Approve Capital Outlay Expenditures:
    1. Dell, Inc. Tax Assessor to purchase 4 desktop computers in the total amount of $4808.50.
    2. Lewis Printing – Rec 4 to purchase a 4-Bay, 8 swing set in the amount of $4985.00.
    3. Homestead Services, LLC Rec 2 to have asphalt overlay at the Rawls Springs pickleball court in the amount of $19,850.00 (see attached quotes)
    4. VSC Fire Security Jail Maintenance to have fire system serviced at the jail in the amount of $10,774.22 (See attached quotes)
    5. Kenny’s Heat & Air Maintenance to have a new heating/air system installed at the Annex in the amount of $9,200.00 (See attached quotes).

 

 

  1. Personnel Action

New Hire:

  1. Kyle Stuart (FCSO)
  • Full-time with benefits
  • Effective Date: 2/23/2026

Change:

  1. Johnny Jackson (Firefighter)
  • Rate Change
  • Effective Date: 3/1/2026
  1. Ronni McBride (Firefighter)
  • Promotion to Chief Medical Officer
  • Rate Change
  • Effective Date: 3/1/2026

Other:

  1. Bo Morris (Road & Bridge)
    • Misconduct (3-Day Suspension)
    • Effective Date: 2/23/2026

 

  1. Claims Docket
  2. Approve Claims Docket, as presented.

 

 

End Of Consent Agenda

 

  1. Discussion Matters
  2. Acknowledge and approve 2026 Four (4) Year Road Plan, as presented by Kyle Mims, Road Manager.
  3. Acknowledge and approve the South Forrest County Food Pantry request for the donation of the County’s unused walk-in-freezer.
  4. Acknowledge request for expenditure of Opioid Settlement money for 7 AED at cost of $16,646.00.
  5. Acknowledge request to amend medical contract with Southern Health Partners and increase budgeted amount by $26,371.80 ($3,767.40 per month). This will give the FCSO an RN available (7) days a week.
  6. Authorize and approve payment to United Rentals in the total amount of $24,791.40 for Multi – Purpose Center equipment rentals that were made without obtaining a Purchase Order in advance.
  7. Approve and authorize Change Order to pay an additional $1,606.93 to TL Wallace on PO 154851 that was closed per Board Order, dated 9/25/2025. (See Attached)
  8. Approve payment to MS Association of Supervisors Insurance Trust in the amount of $1,737,808.35 for the renewal of the Property and Causality coverage for 2026-2027.
  9. Acknowledge bids were opened on February 26, 2026 for security at DHS.
  10. Authority to publish Notice to Bidders for the purpose of borrowing funds to purchase a Fire Truck for North Forrest VFD.
  11. Authorize payment to Gentry Mordica in the amount of $79.57 for reimbursement of expenses during the NACo Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. (see attached receipts).
  12. Authorize payment to Terri Bell in the amount of $ 487.45 for reimbursement of expenses during the NACO Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. (See attached receipts)
  13. Approve Order Appointing and Setting Salary of Jury Coordinator, Civil Case Management Coordinator, and Fines/Fees/Restitution Monitor at a salary set at $65,000, Forrest County 81% and Perry County 19%, signed by Judges Michael Reed and Wes Curry.
  14. Add PAF for Jonothan Nobles (resigned) and Connor Bowman (replacing Jonothan Nobles) for Coroner’s Office.
  15. Approve payment to Steve Stringer in the amount of $390.67 for reimbursement for expenses during the NACo Conference.
  16. Approve $500 to Party Box Rentals to sponsor Movie’s in the Park, to be paid from Rec 3 funds, to advertise county resources, as per Mississippi Code §17-3-1 and §17-3-3.
  17. Authority for FCSO to apply for appropriation FY27 funding through Congressman Ezell’s office.
  18. Authority quote from Puckett Machinery in the amount of $4901.08 for reconditioned track adjuster for excavator for Road & Bridge.
  19. Recess to March 16, 2026.

 

  1. Additional Matters
    1. Acknowledge the DECLARATION OF FORFEITURE of property given to Michael Long in the amount of $975.00 be forfeited to the 12th Circuit Court Narcotics Enforcement Team.
    2. Acknowledge the NUNC PRO TUNC ORDER FOR DISPOSITION OF SEIZED PROPERTY in the amount of $19,148.00 shall be forfeited in the following manner, to-wit: $13,403.60 to Forrest County Sheriff’s Dept.; $3,829.60 to Forrest /Perry Counties District Attorney’s Office; $1,914.80 to the Forrest County Asset Forfeiture Officer, pursuant to order by Judge Carol Jones Russell.
    3. Acknowledge ENTRY OF PLEA AND JUDGEMENT OF COURT that Miranda Bridget Oubre forfeit all seized U.S. Currency in the amount of $4,371.00 to be distributed as follows: $3,059.70 to the Forrest County Sheriff’s Dept.; $874.20 to the Forrest/Perry County District Attorney’s Office; and $437.10 to the Forrest County Forfeiture Asset Officer.
    4. Acknowledge and Approve Order to pay the Bailiff, James Michael Honeysucker in the amount of $1,100, pursuant to Order signed by Chancellor Sheila H. Smallwood.
    5. Approve Order of Board of Supervisors Forrest County, Setting Forth Proposed State Aid Projects for Period January1, 2024 through December 31, 2027; SAP-18(03), Bridge and Approaches at Third Creek, Bridge No. SA1800000000187, Macedonia Road
    6. Approve Comprehensive Plan.

 

 

 

Recess until 10:00 am Tuesday March 16, 2026