April 18, 2022

MINUTES

BE IT remembered that on the 18th day of April 2022, at 9:00 A.M., the Board of

Supervisors of Hinds County met in the Board of Supervisors’ Room, Jackson, Mississippi;

pursuant to the provisions of Mississippi Code 1972, Annotated, Section 19-3-19 and

resolution heretofore adopted by the Board. This being a special meeting of said Board,

when the following were present:

CREDELL CALHOUN– PRESIDENT

VERN GAVIN – VICE PRESIDENT

DAVID ARCHIE– MEMBER

ROBERT GRAHAM – MEMBER

BOBBY MCGOWAN – MEMBER

Also present and attending upon said Supervisors’ Court were Chancery Clerk and
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Eddie Jean Carr; Deputy Chancery Clerk Greta Lovell;
Lieutenant Stanley Thurmond; Public Works Director Charles Sims; Emergency
Management Director Joseph Perkins; County Administrator Kenneth Wayne Jones and
Board Attorney Tony Gaylor when the following business was had and done, to-wit:

AGENDA
ATTACHED TO and incorporated herein is the Agenda for today’s meeting. A
notice was posted pursuant to statute.

INVOCATION
PRESIDENT CALHOUN called the meeting to order at 9:05 A.M. Rev. John
Taylor offered the invocation.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
SUPERVISOR CALHOUN requested all stand and recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

MINUTES
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by Credell Calhoun, David Archie
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the minutes of March 21, 2022.

CLAIMS
Interfund Advance Repaid
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin absent not voting, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

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RESOLVED to approve the following interfund advance repaid as of April 18,

2022. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Advance repaid to: General County Fund $ 25,000.00

Advance repaid from:DEQ Waste Tire Grant Fund $ 25,000.00

Interfund Transfer
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin absent not voting, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the following interfund transfer as of April 18, 2022.

Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Transfer to: Justice Court Judges & Constables Fee $ 10,000.00

Transfer from: General County Fund $ 10,000.00

Special Claim – Lyle Machinery

UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by Credell Calhoun, David Archie
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the special claim from Lyle Machinery in the amount of
$11,133.20 for repairs to the 2009 Vogele Paver, as approved by the Board on
November 15, 2021; presented by Greta Lovell.

Regular Claims#2510 – Kings Yemi L

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the claim numbered 2510, pending receipt of Justice

Court Drug Court order for legal services, as appears in the Supervisors’ Docket
of the Claims Book, being the claims and payroll of the Hinds County Treasury;
presented by Greta Lovell.

Regular Claims#2551 – Austin Security & Crime Prevention

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the claim numbered 2551, pending receipt of contract

for security services at the Human Services facility, as appears in the Supervisors’
Docket of the Claims Book, being the claims and payroll of the Hinds County
Treasury; presented by Greta Lovell.

Regular Claims – over $100,000.00

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the claim numbered 2409, 2413, 2431, 2438, 2441, 2448,
2512 and 2518, as appears in the Supervisors’ Docket of the Claims Book, being
the claims and payroll of the Hinds County Treasury; presented by Greta Lovell.

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Regular Claims
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the claims numbered 2402 – 2553 less claims numbered
2409, 2413, 2431, 2438, 2441, 2448, 2510, 2512, 2518 and 2551, as appears in the
Supervisors’ Docket of the Claims Book, being the claims and payroll of the
Hinds County Treasury; presented by Greta Lovell.

ORDER APPROVING CLAIMS

UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the claims portion of the minutes of the Hinds County
Board of Supervisors for April 18, 2022. Document affixed hereto and
incorporated herein.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION / RESOLUTION

Resolution Honoring the Life and Legacy of Mr. Joe Nathan Lowery II
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by David Archie, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Resolution of the Hinds County Board of Supervisors

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Mr. Joe Nathan Lowery II. Document affixed
hereto and incorporated herein.

Resolution Honoring The Jackson State University Women’s Basketball Team

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of Hinds

County Honoring the Jackson State University Women’s Basketball Team.
Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Resolution Honoring Supervisor Bobby “Bobcat” McGowan on Forty Years of Service

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of Hinds

County Honoring Supervisor Bobby “Bobcat” McGowan for 40 years of
outstanding service rendered to Hinds County, Mississippi. Document affixed
hereto and incorporated herein.

Resolution “Star of Life” Award for Dedication and Courage to Mrs. Franchon Jackson
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Resolution of the Hinds County Board of Supervisors

Honoring the dedication and courage of Mrs. Franchon Jackson. Mrs. Jackson
received the National “Star of Life” Award and Hinds County’s Above and
Beyond Award. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.
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Resolution Honoring James Ingram’s Service with Hinds County upon his Retirement
Administrator Jones acknowledged Mr. James Ingram who will soon be retiring
from Hinds County . Mr. Ingram thanked the Board, stating he learned from each of them
and they have shaped and molded his life. He reminded them with door opens, they may
still want to look back to see if what they were looking for is already in the house. Board
Members thanked Mr. Ingram for his service.

ELECTED OFFICIALS
Sheriff’s Department – March Monthly Expenditures
Sheriff Tyree Jones presented the March 2022 Monthly Expenditure Report for the
Sheriff’s Department. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Appropriating One Million Dollars for Technology, Vehicles and Internships
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve appropriating One Million Dollars from the American

Rescue Plan Funds for Technology, Vehicles and Internships for the Sheriff’s
Department.

ELECTED OFFICIALS
Sheriff’s Department – Approve State Contract Purchase of 2022 Ford Police Interceptor
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by Bobby McGowan, David
Archie voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the State Contract Purchase of a 2022 Ford Police

Interceptor from Gray Daniels Ford, at a cost of 32,392.00, to be paid from
Sheriff’s Federal Seized Funds.

Sheriff’s Department – Approve Purchase of Emergency Equipment for Police Interceptor

UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the purchase of Emergency Equipment for Police

Interceptor (Emergency Lights, Siren, Cage and Console and computer stand),
along with installation from Gray Daniels Ford, at a cost of 9,600.00, to be paid
from Sheriff’s Federal Seized Funds.

Sheriff’s Department – Approve Purchase of Emergency Equipment for Police Interceptor

UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the purchase of Graphics for Police Interceptor from

Auto Trim at a cost of 235.00, to be paid from Sheriff’s Federal Seized Funds.

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ELECTED OFFICIALS
Circuit Clerk – Contract for Revision to SEMS for Congressional Redistricting
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into a Contract for Professional Services with

Circuit Clerk Zack Wallace for State Election Management System (SEMS)
Redistricting Support for the 2022 Primary Election for Congressional Districts
2 and 3. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

ELECTED OFFICIALS
Tax Collector’s Department – March Monthly Expenditures
Mr. Larry Camper, Deputy Tax Collector, presented the Monthly Expenditures for
the Tax Collector’s Department. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

ELECTED OFFICIALS
Tax Assessor’s Department – March Monthly Expenditures
Mr. Charles Stokes, Tax Assessor, presented the Monthly Expenditures for the Tax
Assessor’s Department. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Tax Assessor’s Department – Computers for Mapping Department

Mr. Charles Stokes, Tax Assessor, addressed the Board about the computers for
the Mapping Department. Mr. Stokes stated the Board approved his request on February
22, 2022, he asked “Why nothing had been done at this time”?. Chancery Clerk Carr
stated her office returned over Four Hundred Thousand Dollars to the General Fund and
requested Supervisors use some of these these funds to purchase computers for the
Assessor’s office. Administration was directed to follow up on the Tax Assessor’s request
immediately.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Paving Amberwood Court, Amberwood Place, Tanglewood Cove and
Tanglewood Court and Approve Interlocal Agreement with the City of Jackson

UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of

Jackson to pave Amberwood Court, Amberwood Place, Tanglewood Cove and
Tanglewood Court at a cost of $48,492.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan
Funds, with work to be completed by private contractor or public works.

PUBLIC WORKS
Storm Debris Cleanup
Supervisor Archie asked about the debris pick up in Edwards. Public Works
Director Sims advised that the contractor was continually picking up debris. There was
additional discussion of clean up.

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AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Grade, Trench and Clean Ditches near Idaho Street Creek and Approve Interlocal
Agreement with the City of Jackson

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of

Jackson to grade, trench and clean ditches on Idaho Street near creek in Jackson
to prevent flooding, at a cost of $48,000.00, to be paid from American Rescue
Plan Funds, with work to be completed by private contractor.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Paving Segment of Idaho Street
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving a segment of Idaho Street, where needed at a cost

of $44,000.00, to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be
completed by private contractor.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Replacing Cross Drain on O’Bannon Street and Approve Interlocal Agreement
with the City of Jackson

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of

Jackson to replace culvert/cross drain at 4117 O’Bannon Street in Jackson at a
cost of $42,000.00, to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to
be completed by private contractor.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Drainage Improvements at 5679 Clinton-Tinnin Road
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve making drainage improvements to replace culverts,

grade, trench and clean ditches to prevent flooding on Clinton-Tinnin Road, near
5679 Clinton-Tinnin at a cost up to $49,000.00, to be paid from American Rescue
Plan Funds, with work to be completed by private contractor.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Paving Birdsong Lane and Approve Interlocal Agreement with Town of Edwards
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of

Edwards to pave Birdsong Lane, from Lewis Street to #513 Birdsong Lane at a
cost of $85,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be
completed by private contractor or public works.
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Approve Paving Old Royal Street and Approve Interlocal Agreement with Town of
Edwards

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of

Edwards to pave Old Royal Street, from 300 Old Royal to 404 Old Royal, at a cost
of $100,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be
completed by private contractor or public works.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Paving Segments Longwood Street
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving segments, where needed, of Longwood Street in

Edwards at a cost of $30,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds,
with work to be completed by private contractor

Approve Paving Mt. Moriah Road, Town of Edwards from Williamson to Intersection
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Mt. Moriah Road, Town of Edwards, from

Williamson Avenue intersection ending at 9525 Mt. Moriah Road at a cost of
$45,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be
completed by private contractor.

Approve Paving Segments of Pine Street, Town of Edwards

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving segments of Pine Street in Edwards, as needed,

at a cost of $25,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work
to be completed by private contractor.

Approve Paving Segments of Williamson Avenue

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving segments of Williamson Avenue in Edwards, as

needed, at a cost of $30,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds,
with work to be completed by private contractor.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Paving Roundabout Road behind City Hall / Edwards Police Department and
Approve Interlocal Agreement with Town of Edwards

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

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RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of

Edwards to pave Roundabout road behind City Hall/Edwards Police Department
at a cost of $75,000.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work
to be completed by private contractor or public works.

Approve Paving King Court and Approve Interlocal Agreement with Town of Edwards
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Robert Graham, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of

Edwards to pave King Court in Edwards at a cost of $125,000.00 to be paid from
American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be completed by private contractor
or public works.

EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Request for Additional Funding for Rental Assistance Program from American Rescue
Plan Funds

Ms. Ashley Floyd addressed the Board with a request for additional funds for the
Emergency Rental Assistance Program. She advise the county has approximately Two
Million in funding remaining and most of this was already obligated to current
participants. When asked, Ms. Floyd requested Two Million Five Hundred Thousand
dollars of additional funding.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Fondren Request for Parking Garage
Supervisor Archie advised the State has approved the funding for the Fondren
Parking Garage Project. However, he stated the funding must come through Hinds
County.

ILLEGAL DUMPING / HOMELESSNESS / LOITERING

Discussion of Areas in City
Supervisor Archie stated these three are intertwined/interconnected. Supervisor
Graham stated the City has said the Sheriff should handle this. Supervisor Graham said
the Sheriff could not do everything. Sheriff Jones commented that Jackson Police stated
the crime in Jackson is due to the consent decree. Sheriff Jones said all (persons) need to
hold themselves responsible.

INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
Approve Interlocal Agreement for Jackson Planetarium Renovations/Additions
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement regarding

renovations to the Jackson Planetarium.

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REDISTRICING / PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT

Approve Agreement with Carroll Rhodes for Hinds County Redistricting
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by David Archie, Credell Calhoun
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into a Contract with Carroll Rhodes for Hinds
County Redistricting.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN / INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS

Approve Interlocal Agreement with Jackson for Upgrades to Leavell Woods Park
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of

Jackson to make upgrades to Leavell Woods Park at a cost of $20,000.00 to be
paid from American Rescue Plan Funds.

PUBLIC WORKS
Raymond – Bolton Road Median, Request to Fill with Concrete
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Credell Calhoun, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve and authorize the Public Works Department to fill in the
median with concrete on Raymond-Bolton Road with the cost of materials to be
paid by Raymond Garden Club.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Resurfacing Thigpen Road, near Raymond MS
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Thigpen Road at a cost of $198,075.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Herring Drive, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Herring Drive at a cost of $45,980.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Emily Way, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Emily Way at a cost of $38,000.00 to be paid from

American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private Contractor.

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Approve Resurfacing Noble Road, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Noble Road at a cost of $22,325.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Port Gibson Street, Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Port Gibson Street at a cost of $179,572.00 to be

paid from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.
Approve Resurfacing Green Head Lane, near Raymond MS
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Green Head Lane at a cost of $12,350.00 to be

paid from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Gadwall Pointe, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Gadwall Point at a cost of $12,350.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Drake Landing, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Drake Landing at a cost of $24,700.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Wigeon Lane, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Wigeon Lane, at a cost of $37,050.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds, with work to be completed by Private
Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Part of Lakeview Drive, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

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RESOLVED to approve paving part of Lakeview Drive, from Mallard Crossing

to Dead End) at a cost of $24,700.00 to be paid from American Rescue Plan
Funds with work to be completed by Private Contractor.

Approve Resurfacing Pintail Cove, near Raymond MS

UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Pintail Cove at a cost of $6,650.00 to be paid from

American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private Contractor.

PUBLIC WORKS / OTHER BUSINESS

Approve Repair to Cross Drain at Wakeland Drive
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve and authorize the Public Works Department to repair

the Cross Drain on Wakeland Drive.

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP
Ratify Neighborhood Clean-up at Washington D on April 23, 2022
UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun absent not voting, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the Public Works Department assisting with

Neighborhood Clean-up for Washington Addition on April 23, 2022 and to
approve the use of a dump truck, debris truck with mechanical arm and overtime
for two employees.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Approve Resurfacing Sutter Drive, near Terry MS
UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve paving Sutter Drive at a cost of $115,300.00 to be paid

from American Rescue Plan Funds with work to be completed by Private
Contractor or Public Works.

DEBRIS CLEANUP IN COUNTY AND JACKSON

Discussion of Debris Cleanup
Supervisor McGowan discussed debris cleanup in the unincorporated areas of
Hinds County and in the City of Jackson.

PUBLIC WORKS
Advertise Public Service Announcement - Stormwater Management Program per NPDES
UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

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RESOLVED to approve advertising in the Clarion Ledger and Jackson Advocate

the Public Service Announcement as required by the National Pollutant
Elimination System (NPDES) for the Hinds County Stormwater Management
Program. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Amend Contract HC-BR-8 for Bridge SA-25-301, Carol Johns Road Pay from Use Tax
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve amending the Contract with B.P. Construction to replace

Bridge SA25-301, Carol Johns Road. The remaining balance on the contract
shall be $80,000.00, to be paid from Use Tax Funds. Document affixed hereto
and incorporated herein.

Approve Low Quote for Bi-Weekly Lawn Service for Northside Driver I-55 Interchange
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve the low quote from Felton’s Lawn Service of $2,200.00
for Landscaping Maintenance of Northside Driver I-55 Interchange (all four
corners). To be paid from the Board of Supervisor’s Budget. Document affixed
hereto and incorporated herein.

Approve Low Quote from Peoples Place Enterprises for Debris Removal on Winter Street,
Evergreen Street and Porter Street

UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve estimate from Peoples’ Place Enterprise LLC for Debris
Cleanup on Winter Street, Evergreen Street and Porter Street in the amount of
$12,725.00. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

MINUTE INSERTIONS
Public Works Director Sims presented the following for minute insertion.
A. Completed Work Schedule for the month of March 2022
B. March 2022Pothole Report

PERMIT & ZONING

Case # U-1825, Fisher Mark
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by David Archie, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve Petitioner’s request for a Dimensional Variance Permit

to construct a 2,400 square foot workshop. Property consists of 20 acres and is
zoned Agricultural (AG) and located at 3900 N. Ratliff Road, Hinds County, in
Judicial District 1. The Planning Commission recommended granting this
petition by a vote of six (6) ayes. Document affixed hereto and incorporated
herein.

Case # R-1826, New Mount Zion M. B. Church

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was
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RESOLVED to approve Petitioner’s request to rezone property from Agricultural

(AG) District to Special Use (SU-5) District for the purpose of relocating a
church. Property consists of 23 acres and located at 11000 Highway 18, Hinds
County, in Judicial District 2. The Planning Commission recommended granting
this petition by a vote of six (6) ayes. Document affixed hereto and incorporated
herein.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Long Term Recovery Committee
Emergency Management Director Perkins reminded Supervisors that Community
Volunteers were needed for this Committee. He asked the Supervisors to provide names of
volunteers.

March 22 and March 30 Storms

Emergency Management Director Perkins updated the Board on damage from
these two storms. The March 22 storm effected 15 residences. MEMA will draft a request
for assistance. The March 30 storm did not have enough damage.

CHANCERY CLERK
Order Canceling Tax Sale / Authorizing Refunds / Reassessment changes to the Assessment
Rolls / Surrendered Tags

UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan absent not voting, it was

RESOLVED to approve the following:

Board Orders
Parcel #4855-125-858, reads Parker Daphney D, Book 7247-2569, dated 2/21/20,
should read Mallory Mary G Life Est/ Parker Daphney, Book 5780-0015, dated
4/25/03, Book 7247-2569, dated 2/21/20; Parcel #711-605 reads Hill Shonda &
Glake, Book 7252-1151, dated 7/13/20, should read Allen J P Life Est/ Hill Shonda
&Glake, Book 7107-8191, dated 9/7/10, Book 7111-73, dated 9/29/10, Book 7163-
9676, dated 7/31/14, Book 7252-1151, dated 7/13/20

Orders Canceling Tax Sales, Authorizing Refunds

Parcel #116-133/2018, State of Mississippi; Parcel #65-55/2020, State of
Mississippi; Parcel #606-294/2019, State of Mississippi

Petitions for Change of Assessment

Parcel #2859-914-9, Jones Wilbur & Ebony N; Parcel #4855-125-858, Mallory
Marg G Life Est; Parcel #576-108, Rhoden Thomas & Nicole; Parcel #709-228,
Owens Viola & William Est; Parcel #711-605, Allen J P Life Est; Parcel #809-
128, Jones John L & Willie B Est; Parcel #4854-121, Moody Evelyn A; Parcel
#4854-122, Moody Evelyn A; Parcel #4854-413-29, Pringle Victor W; Parcel
#4854-453-822, Trammell Vanessa C; Parcel #4855-125-437, Hicks Sharon D;
Parcel #57-27, Holmes Andrea J; Parcel #152-13, Laury-Belt Lelia & Ondrea Dl;
Account #10360, Atkinson Rochella; Account #10618, Dougherty Rusty

Surrendered Tags
March 2022

Documents affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

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Additions and Deletions of the Supplemental Roll for Homestead Exemption for 2021
UPON A motion of David Archie and a second by Credell Calhoun, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan absent not voting, it was

RESOLVED to approve additions and deletions of the Supplemental Roll for

Homestead Exemption for the year 2021. Document affixed hereto and
incorporated herein.

MINUTE INSERTIONS
Deputy Chancery Clerk Greta Lovell presented the following for minute insertion.

A. Certificate of Liability Insurance from Metro Mechanical LLC

PAUPER BURIALS
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Credell Calhoun, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan absent not voting, it was

RESOLVED to approve Pauper Burials for one unclaimed body. Document

affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

Approve General Services Agreement with Belinda Gipson with Election Commission
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan absent not voting, it was

RESOLVED to approve a General Services Agreement with Belinda Gipson for

the Election Commission, effective April 4, 2022. (See April 4 minutes)

CONTRACT / ENGAGEMENT
Approval Engagement for Appraisal of Parcel #203-3 for New Jail Site
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve Engagement Agreement with Parker, Gentry & Parker,

Inc. for Appraisal of Parcel #203-3, corner of Gallatin & McDowell for New Jail
Site at a cost of $2,500.00. Documents affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

TRAVEL / MS RURAL WATER CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

Approve Travel for Maintenance Director Lee to Rural Water Conference & Exhibition
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Credell Calhoun, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham absent not voting, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve travel for Maintenance Director Leroy Lee to attend the
2022 Mississippi Rural Water Conference & Exhibition, May 31 – June 3, Biloxi,
MS, traveling by County Vehicle. Document affixed hereto and incorporated
herein.

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CONTRACT / AGREEMENT
Approve Maintenance Service Contract – Star Service for HVAC at Chancery Courthouse
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Maintenance Agreement for Building Environmental

Systems for Chancery Courthouse at a cost of $1,395.00 per month ($16,740.00
per year). Documents affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Approve Time & Materials Contract with J L Roberts Mechanical (Plumbing & HVAC)
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by David Archie, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into a time and materials contract with J L

Roberts Mechanical to complete plumbing and HVAC Services to comply with
the MS Division of Public Safety Planning Report in the amount not to exceed
$25,000.00. Documents affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT / STATE STREET RENOVATIONS

Approve Allocating Three Million Dollars to State Street Building Renovations
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting nay, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve allocating Three Million Dollar $3,000,000.00 of

American Rescue Plan Act Eligible Uses Funds to renovate the Hinds County
property located at 664 State Street to provide modern office spaces to train and
conduct Hinds County Business.

MAINTENANCE
Approve Additional Three Cell Phones from CSpire for Maintenance Staff
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve three additional cell phones from CSpire for the
Maintenance Department Staff.

CONTRACT / AGREEMENT
Approve Contract with Shivers Construction Co, LLC to Install Fire Alarm Cables &
Conduits in Administration at the Raymond Detention Center

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Contract with Shivers Construction Company to install

Fire Alarm Cables and Conduits in the Administration Areas at Raymond
Detention Center in an amount not to exceed $92,000.00. Documents affixed
hereto and incorporated herein.

Approve Quote - Synergy Electric, Inc. for Fire Alarm Renovations at Pods ‘C’ and ‘A’
A motion was made by Supervisor Calhoun to approve the low quote from Synergy
Electric Inc. to furnish all cabling and other materials for New Fire Alarm System for Pod
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“A” and Pod “C” areas at the Raymond Detention Center, in an amount not exceed
$80,000.00 and to approve entering into a contract with Synergy Electric Inc. for same.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor Gavin. Attorney Gaylor requested this item be
discussed in executive session. The motion and second were withdrawn.

Approve Contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Simpson LLP Law Firm for
Collections of Delinquent Justice Court Fees and Fines Receivable at a percentage of 22%
pay rate

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering into an Agreement for Professional Services to

hire Linebarger Goggan Blair & Simpson, LLP Law Firm to perform Collections
of Delinquent Justice Court Fees and Fines receivable at a percentage of 22%
pay rate.

INVENTORY
Transfer Assets within Hinds County
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve transferring County assets within Hinds County for the
period March 2022 until April 2022.

Delete County Assets as Stolen/Lost

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve deleting County assets as stolen/lost.

Delete County Assets as Damaged

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve deleting County assets as damaged.

Approval to Add County Assets to Inventory for Insurance Purposes

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve adding County assets to inventory for insurance

purposes.

Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT / PROCUREMENT POLICIES

Approve Hinds County Procurement Policies for Federal Award Expenditures
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was
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RESOLVED to approve Hinds County Procurement Policies for Federal

Expenditures adopted April 18, 2022. Document affixed hereto and incorporated
herein.

TRAVEL
Approve Travel for Supervisors to NACo Annual Conference & Exposition, Adams Co. CO
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Robert Graham, David Archie
voting aye, Vern Gavin voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve travel for Supervisors to the NACo 2022 Annual

Conference & Exposition in Adams County Colorado, July 21-24, 2022, traveling
by airplane or county vehicle.

BOARD ATTORNEY
Approve Renewing MDOT landscaping Contract (I-55 Frontage Road Maintenance)
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve renewing the Mississippi Department of

Transportation/MDOT landscaping contract (Frontage Road).

Tax Abatement – Final Order SAKS Incorporated and SAKS Fifth Avenue, LLC (2017)
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve a Final Order of the Board of Supervisors of Hinds

County, Mississippi granting exemption from Ad Valorem Tax Abatement for a
period of Five (5) Years to SAKS Incorporated and SAKS Fifth Avenue, LLC as
authorized by Section 27-31-105 Et Seq., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as
amended (“The Code”). Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

EXECUTIVE SESSION
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to close open session.

UPON A motion of Bobby McGowan and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve entering Executive Session for the purpose of

conducting business and discussions regarding personnel matters, potential
litigation/litigation matters and security personnel, plans or devises.

TONY GAYLOR, Board Attorney, announced to the public that the Board entered
Executive Session at approximately 12:43 p.m. for the purpose of conducting business and
discussions regarding:

1. Personnel Matter
2. Prospective Litigation & Litigation
3. Security Personnel or Devices
4. Business and Industry
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These are purposes authorized for Executive Session by Section 25-41-7(4) (a) (b)
(c) and (j) of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, which permits executive sessions
for transaction of business and discussion of personnel matters relating to the job
performance, character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of a person
holding a specific position, strategy sessions or negotiations with respect to prospective
litigation, litigation or issuance of an appealable order when an open meeting would have
a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body, transaction of business
and discussion regarding the report, development or course of action regarding security
personnel, plans or devices and transaction of business and or negotiations regarding the
location, relocation or expansion of a business or an industry.
Those entering the Executive Session were President Credell Calhoun, Supervisor
David Archie, Supervisor Vern Gavin, Supervisor Robert Graham, and Supervisor Bobby
McGowan. Also present were Chancery Clerk Eddie Jean Carr, County Administrator
Kenneth Wayne Jones, Board Attorney Tony Gaylor, Special Legal Counsel Ray
Chambers, Special Legal Counsel LaToya Thompson, Special Legal Counsel Mike Espy,
and Maintenance Director Leroy Lee.

Litigation – Consent Decree Matters

Attorney Gaylor addressed the Board regarding Detention center repairs and
upgrades pursuant to the Consent Decree. Questions were raised. Matters were discussed.
Discussion only/no action taken.

Litigation - American Disabilities Act

Attorney Chambers addressed the Board regarding litigation and repairs related
to the American Disabilities Act. Questions were raised. Matters were discussed.
Discussion only/no action taken.

Litigation - Church at Jackson

Attorney Chambers addressed the Board regarding litigation surrounding the
Church of Jackson. Questions were raised. Matters were discussed. Discussion only/no
action taken.

Personnel Matter – Interim Jail Administrator

Attorney Gaylor and Sheriff Jones address eth Board regarding personnel matters
related to the Interim Jail Administrator. Questions were discussed. Matters were
discussed. Discussion only/no action taken.

Litigation – Jackson Sales and Storage

Attorney LaToya Thompson addressed the Board regarding the Jackson Sales
Storage Litigation. Questions were discussed. Matters were discussed. Discussion
only/no action taken.

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Litigation – Consent Decree

Attorney Gaylor addressed matters related to personnel, security personnel and
Consent Decree. Questions were discussed. Matters were discussed. Discussion only/no
action taken.

Business & Industry / Economic Development

Supervisor Gavin addressed the Board regarding economic development and the
potential expansion of business. Questions were discussed. Matters were discussed.
Discussion only/no action taken.

Personnel Matters
County Administrator Jones addressed the Board regarding personnel matters.
Questions were discussed. Matters were discussed. Discussion only/no action taken.

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to return to Open Session.

The Board returned to Open Session from Executive Session at approximately 2:09
p.m. No other action, vote or discussion of any kind took place in the Executive Session.
Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

CONTRACT / AGREEMENT / RAYMOND DETENTION CENTER

Approve Quote - Synergy Electric, Inc. for Fire Alarm Renovations at Pods ‘C’ and ‘A’
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan absent not voting, it was

RESOLVED to approve the low quote from Synergy Electric Inc. to furnish all
cabling and other materials for New Fire Alarm System for Pod “A” and Pod
“C” areas at the Raymond Detention Center, in an amount not exceed $80,000.00
and to approve entering into a contract with Synergy Electric Inc. for same.
Document (quote) affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

BOARD ATTORNEY
Approval to Amend Jail Administrator Contract to Comply with State Law
UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by David Archie, Vern Gavin
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to approve Amending the Jail Administrator Contract to comply

with State Laws. Document affixed hereto and incorporated herein.

Approve Expenditure of Funds for Jackson Sales and Storage Appeal

UPON A motion of Credell Calhoun and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Robert Graham voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

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RESOLVED to approve expenditure of costs up to $1,200.00 associated with the

appeal for the Jackson Sales and Storage matter.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT

Approve Expenditure of Funds for Economic and Community Development
UPON A motion of Vern Gavin and a second by Bobby McGowan, David Archie
voting nay, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Robert Graham voting nay, it was

RESOLVED to approve allocating Four Million Dollars of American Rescue

Plan Act Funds for Economic and Community Development.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESIDENT CALHOUN announced the following meetings of the Board of
Supervisors:
May 2, 2022 Board of Supervisors’ Room
Regular Meeting Chancery Court Building
Jackson, MS 9:00 A.M.

May 12, 2022 Board of Supervisors’ Room

Work Session Chancery Court Building
Jackson, MS 9:00 A.M.

May 16, 2022 Board of Supervisors’ Room

Special Meeting Chancery Court Building
Jackson, MS 9:00 A.M.

Any additional, special, recessed, or other meetings may be held by posting, minute
entry or by other means as allowed by law.

ADJOURNMENT
UPON A motion of Robert Graham and a second by Vern Gavin, David Archie
voting aye, Credell Calhoun voting aye, Bobby McGowan voting aye, it was

RESOLVED to adjourn until May 2, 2022, Board of Supervisors’ Room,

Chancery Court Building, Jackson, MS. Whereupon the meeting adjourned at
approximately 2:21 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the meeting to be held on
May 2, 2022, is a Regular Meeting of the Board.

HINDS COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

______________________________________
Credell Calhoun, Board President

Attest:
Eddie Jean Carr, Chancery Clerk

By: _________________________D.C.

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