Biloxi City Council Special Meeting - August 11, 2026
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Biloxi City Council Special Meeting - August 11, 2026
The Biloxi City Council held a special meeting on August 11, 2026, at approximately 9:33 PM, preceding the regular meeting scheduled for 1:30 PM. The meeting covered council reports, one public comment period, and two resolutions. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with all council members present.
Public Comments & Testimony
- Bob Silvestro (181 Iris) addressed two concerns: (1) overgrown trees on Iris Street reduce visibility for emergency vehicles approaching a stopped train, causing them to have to turn around; he requested trimming. (2) He expressed strong appreciation for Police Chief Chris and other city staff for their responsiveness and professionalism, and thanked the council for maintaining a quieter, healthier town.
Discussion Items
- Council Reports: Several members had no report. Councilman Gray reported that Harris County is cleaning under the I-110 bridge and assessing repairs to the walking track. Councilman Creel raised a hazard from rocks used in a patchwork repair after a water leak at Pops Ferry and Ashwood; rocks are flying up and hitting cars. He requested expedited paving. The mayor reported that waivers have been arranged to allow swim-at-your-own-risk at the Snyder Center pool, which will open Monday, August 17, from 6 AM to 12 PM, five days a week.
- Resolution – Acting Interim Director of Police: A resolution appointing an acting interim director of the Department of Police was moved by Councilman Creel, seconded by Councilman Glavin, and passed unanimously (7-0) with no discussion.
- Resolution – Meeting Space for FEMA, MEMA, and Harrison County EMS at Donald Snyder Center: This resolution provides space for emergency response agencies to assist residents affected by a recent tropical storm. The center will be open Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 6 PM, starting August 17. A county location will be open Saturdays. Council members expressed support, and the resolution passed unanimously (7-0).
- Natatorium Pool Staffing: Councilman Gray asked about rumors of the Natatorium closing. Mayor Weaver explained that only five lifeguards are available; the Snyder Center pool serves adults 18+ with waivers, but the Natatorium requires two lifeguards due to many children. It may close on special days for high school swim meets. Councilman Marshall thanked the mayor for addressing citizen concerns about the Snyder Center.
Key Outcomes
- The council unanimously (7-0) adopted the agenda.
- Resolution appointing an acting interim police director passed 7-0.
- Resolution providing disaster recovery meeting space at the Snyder Center passed 7-0.
- The Snyder Center pool will open August 17, 2026, with swim-at-your-own-risk, 6 AM–12 PM weekdays.
- The city will disseminate FEMA/MEMA assistance information via city channels and social media.
- Councilman Creel will continue to pursue paving at Pops Ferry and Ashwood.
- The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 7-0 vote.
Meeting Transcript
I want to thank everybody for attending today's council meeting. Give me just a second here. Okay. I'll entertain a motion to adopt the agenda. So moved. Moved by Mr. Glavin. Is there a second? Second by Mr. Nail. Any discussion? All in favor? It's approved on a 6-0 vote. If the clerk would note that Mr. Creel is not yet arrived. He's here somewhere, but not here. Okay. If the clerk would read the first, excuse me, we're at council reports, I think. If you would, Mr. Creel is now here. If you would with council reports, keep them briefly if you can, because we don't have a lot of time between this special meeting and our regular meeting at 1 30. That being said, with the council reports, uh, let's see, we'll start. Where do we finish last time? With uh it's Kenny's it's actually your turn. It's actually my turn. Good. I have uh no report at this time. Thank you. We'll go to Mr. Glavin then. No report. Mr. Shoemaker. All right, Mr. Gray. I got a report. Harris County is underneath the I1TM Bridge. Um cleaning off the walking track between the division street and the railroad tracks and look and see what kind of repairs need to be done. So they get underneath there now getting that all cleaned up. That's all I have. Thank you, Mr. Gray. Mr. Marshall, more two. No report. No report. Mr. Neil. No report. From the real crew, Mr.
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