Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Holiday Schedule for the City of Louisville

Christmas Garbage Collection Schedule: City of Louisville garbage collection normally picked up on Monday, December 25, will be picked up on Wednesday, December 27.

Landfill Schedule: The landfill will be closed Monday, December 25, 2017 for Christmas and closed Monday, January 1, 2018.

City Hall will be closed Monday, December 25, and Tuesday, December 26. Will re-open Wednesday, December 27, with regular business hours. Will also be closed Monday, January 1, 2018 New Years Day and open Tuesday, January 2, with regular business hours.

Thursday, October 12, 2017

City Proclamation for LMSD Family Center












Pictured with Mayor Hill are Barbara Eichelberger & Ada Woodward of the LMSD Family Center






Proclamation of Safety and Reading Fair Month in the  Louisville Municipal School District's Family Center

Whereas, the Louisville Municipal School District Family Center located at 177 North Columbus Avenue is designed to assist parents, participants, and teachers in helping students achieve success through services and programs offered, and;

Whereas, October is “Safety and Reading Fair Month” at the LMSD Family Center, and;

Whereas, the LMSD Family Center will host a variety of programs throughout the month of October to emphasize safety, drug awareness, and the importance of reading, and;

Whereas, we the City of Louisville hereby Proclaim October as Safety and Reading Fair Month of the Louisville Municipal School District Family Center and call upon all citizens, children, parents, and schools to work together to achieve success, and;

Where is, let it be resolved The Honorable Will Hill, Mayor of the City of Louisville, declares October as Safety and Reading Fair Month in the City of Louisville in cooperation with the Louisville Municipal School District Family Center.

Witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and seal of the City of Louisville, Mississippi to be a fixed this 2nd day of October, 2017.

ATTEST: Babs W Fulton, City Clerk
William A. ''Will” Hill, Mayor




Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Semi- Annual Fire Hydrant Maintenance Starting September 4, 2017

On September 4, 2017 the City of Louisville Fire Department will begin its semi-annual fire hydrant maintenance. Hydrant maintenance will be for the most part conducted between the hours of 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday although there may be some occasions where personnel will be required to work later in the evening, and on Saturdays.

Please be mindful of our personnel when approaching the fire department vehicles on the side of the road. Residents in the City of Louisville may notice some temporary discoloration in the water. The discoloration of water is not harmful, and is the result of sediment that is always present in waterlines being “stirred up” during hydrant testing. As part of testing procedures, the Fire Department will flow each hydrant until the water is clear, however smaller water lines that lead to each house or business may still have cloudy water. If you notice discolored water it may be remedied by flowing water from your faucets, and a cycle through your washing machine until it is clear. 

Fire hydrant maintenance is important in order to ensure the City has properly working hydrants. The Fire Department generally performs this maintenance twice a year. The hydrants are inspected, flowed to check for adequate water flow, and cleaned around to ensure there is enough clearance for operation of the hydrant. 

A quality fire hydrant maintenance and inspections program is just one of the many components that the Mississippi State Rating Bureau evaluates when an audit of the city’s fire protection is completed. The City of Louisville currently has a fire rating of 7 with 1 being the highest, or best, and 10 being the lowest, or least desirable. Simply stated conducting these hydrant inspections, and maintenance assists in keeping property insurance low, and could possibly help in lowering insurance cost at the same time. Also fire hydrant flushing helps to insure that your firefighters are knowledgeable about the general water volumes available for firefighting operations and whether operations and whether there are any major flow changes since last year’s test. 

Hydrant maintenance is critical to fire suppression and the protection of life and property. If you have any questions regarding hydrant maintenance, and inspections feel free to contact The City of Louisville Fire Department at 662-773-9402.

Monday, August 14, 2017

Meeting Agenda-Aug 15

CITY OF LOUISVILLE

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017  

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  5:30 P.M.

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. INVOCATION
  3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
  4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

  1. NEW BUSINESS
    1. Acknowledge the three Police Academy graduates: Glenda Sherrod, Dylan Alford, Steffan McCall  
    2. Library Update by Beth Edwards
    3. Hearing on Unclean Property- 25 South Jones Ave., owned by Johnny McNeal, 151283403 0100600
    4. PW104-6  Traffic Signals: Bids  
    5. Authorize the Mayor to sign the contract for professional GIS services with Golden Triangle Planning and Development
    6. Request for Robert Hutto to attend Fire Training Chiefs Conference on October 25-26 in Biloxi, registration $135, travel allowance, meals, lodging
    7. Request for Kayla Rogers to attend the Court Clerks Fall Conference on September 6-8, in Tunica- advance travel allowance will be reimbursed
    8. MML Small Town Conference in Oxford on October 25-26
    9. Notice of 2 Economic Development Board three year appointments which end 9-30-17: Wilson Webb is a joint city and county appointee and John Coleman is a city appointee


  1. OTHER BUSINESS
  2. RECESS MEETING UNTIL TUESDAY, AUGUST 29, AT 5:30


Thursday, August 3, 2017

NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT

Notice is hereby given that the City of Louisville, Mississippi is now taking applications for employment to fill the position of full-time E-911 Dispatcher with the Louisville/Winston County E-911 Service. Job description and requirements are available upon request at the City Clerk’s Office. Applications may be filed at City Hall, 200 South Church Avenue, no later than eleven o’clock (11:00) A. M. on Friday, August 25, 2017.

So ordered by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, this the 1st day of August, 2017.


Friday, July 28, 2017

Louisville Receives Municipal Excellence Award




















The City of Louisville was recently honored with the 2017 Mississippi Municipal Excellence Award for Planning and Economic Development for communities under 10,000 population. The award is given to the community that combined the best efforts in making plans aimed at growth, stability and improved quality of life. Louisville won the award based on its role in attracting Winston Plywood and Veneer and maintaining the project after the destruction of the EF-4 Tornado in April 2014. The Winston Plywood and Veneer Project is a success story of a public/private partnership that lead to the first plywood plant built in North America in over 25 years.

Monday, July 24, 2017

Meeting to Discuss Downtown Parking and More

July 19, 2017
Business Owners, Property Owners and Store Managers:
Our downtown area has become extremely busy which we are very thankful for.  However, with growth comes issues.   We are planning a meeting to address the issues and come up with answers that will hopefully be satisfactory to all.
Each of you make your living by your customers.  Giving that customer base a great downtown experience can only increase everyone’s bottom line.
Therefore, we will have a meeting   on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.  
The topics of discussions will be
  • Down Town Parking
  • Public and Private Parking  (Alley ways behind businesses)
  • Streetscapes
  • Signal Lights
  • Signage
Please make every effort to attend this meeting so that we can make our Downtown area even better than it already is.
Please RSVP to the Chamber of Commerce 662-773-3921 no later than Friday, August 4 by 4:00 p.m.
We are making every effort to let everyone in the 4 block area know, however, someone could get inadvertently missed so please be sure that your neighbor is informed about the meeting so that everyone will be present and have a voice.  If you are not the property owner please be sure that the property owner is informed of the meeting.
Sincerely,
Mayor Will Hill
and

Linda Skelton, Chamber of Commerce Director

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Notice For Surplus Cars For Sale


NOTICE FOR BIDS FOR SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY

The City of Louisville, will accept sealed bids for the sale of certain property that has been declared surplus and is no longer needed for municipal or related purposes and is described as follows:

CAR 1 2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA 1-003567 VIN 2G1WF52K959362046
CAR 2 2008 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 1-004377 VIN 2FAFP71V18X142708
CAR 3 2008 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 1-004378 VIN 2FAFP71V38X142709

These vehicles can be seen behind City Hall at 200 South Church Street.  Sealed bids will be accepted at the City Hall until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2017.  Bids should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked as “Bid for Car 1 2005 Chevrolet Impala” or “Bid for Car 2 2008 Ford Crown Victoria” or “Bid for Car 3 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.” The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids.  So ordered by the Board of Aldermen, this the 18th day of July 2017.
BABS W. FULTON, City Clerk
PUBLISH: July 26 and August 2, 2017.

Wednesday, July 19, 2017

City of Louisville Uncovers an Important Point in History



The City of Louisville was originally surveyed in 1832-1833. The only original survey point was marked at that time by a pair of rock at a point that is now located under Spring Avenue near the intersection with Mill Street. In 1904, these stones were unearthed and a metal wagon spindle was installed and encased partially in concrete to mark the location. Prior to Tuesday, the last time this survey point was uncovered was in the Spring of 1917.

Marking the centennial of that event and upcoming street repairs made this an optimal time to uncover and recognize this critical location in Louisville's history.  It is the intent of the City to place a small manhole over the existing marker for future access and to place a historical plaque on Main Street near the intersection with Spring Avenue. Plans are still in progress, but there is expectations of some grant funds that can be matched by citizen's donation.

The previous video documents the event. Courtesy of WinstonWebNews.

Monday, July 17, 2017

Big Jump in Sales Tax Revenue for Previous Month


Meeting Agenda- July 18

CITY OF LOUISVILLE

TUESDAY, JULY 18, 2017  

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  5:30 P.M.

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. INVOCATION
  3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
  4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

  1. NEW BUSINESS
    1. Unclean Property- set hearing for August 15 for 25 South Jones Ave., owned by Johnny McNeal, 151283403 0100600
    2. Per Sample & Associates for the RIF Grant and the Polo air conditioner project  (One order)
      1. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Request for Cash $88,362.35 from MDA
      2. Authorize payments to Calvert-Spradling Engineers for $1,800.00 from city funds which will be reimbursed by WCEDP
      3. Authorize payment to Burton Construction Inc. for $88,362.35 from RIF funds
    3. PW104-6  Traffic Signals: give notice for Request for Bids
    4. PW104-10 Railroad repairs and Railroad Avenue upgrades:  give notice of Request for Bids
    5. Ordinance 223 Truck Routes- amendment to clarify and update routes
    6. Disposition of Fixed Assets-  advertise and sell 3 police cars-enclosed
    7. Request to hire part time Recreation employee- enclosed
    8. Board Appointments-handout on Tuesday
      1. Historic Preservation Board- 3 yr. term beginning 8-1-17
      2. Historic Preservation Board- 3 yr. term beginning 8-1-17
    9. Request for travel for Will Hill to Philadelphia, PA for conference




  1. OTHER BUSINESS
  2. ADJOURN  


Thursday, July 6, 2017

Friday, June 30, 2017

Meeting Agenda- July 3

CITY OF LOUISVILLE

MONDAY, JULY 3, 2017  


5:00 SWEARING IN CEREMONEY
5:30 P.M.REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. INVOCATION
  3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
  4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  5. NEW BUSINESS

    1. Appointments for the 2017-2021 term of office:
      1. Mayor Pro Tem-Board of Aldermen
      2. City Clerk
      3. Department Heads:  Police Chief; Fire Chief; E911 Director; Public Safety Director; Parks & Recreation Director, Cemetery; Animal Control and Code Enforcement Officer; Public Works, Solid Waste and Landfill Director
    2. Approve and ratify existing contracts
    3. Authorize payment of Docket of Claims # 21656-21823 for  $113,703.75   -enclosed
    4. Unclean Property: hearing for property at 318/16800 East Main Street owned by Hubert Neil Tomlinson Estate, parcel #151283402 1300200
    5. Unclean Property:  adopt a resolution adjudicating $200.00 for clipping grass to certain unclean property located at 501 Metts Street, owned by Dachelle Murphy
    6. Capital and Recovery Projects-
      1. PW 104-2 Streets and Drainage Project- authorize payment to Falcon Contracting for $628,785.90

    1. Winston Plywood tax exemption
    2. Payment to Century Construction Inc. for landfill project
    3. Authorize removal of 3-way stop sign at Railroad Avenue and Vance Street after paving and street is reopened
    4. Authorize travel allowance for Richard Caperton to attend MML Awards luncheon
    5. Set budget hearing for Tuesday, August 1 at 5:00 and authorize notice for hearing
    6. Authorize notices for 2014 Tax Maturities and 2016 Delinquent Tax
    7. Accept resignation of Jeff Franks as Firefighter effective July 15
    8. Authorize hiring new firefighter-enclosed
    9. Notice of two appointments to Historic Preservation Board- David E. Bane, Jr.’s and Victoria Goss’ term ends 8-1-17
    10. Acknowledge completion of Administrative Assistant Conference by Leslie Loving
    11. Acknowledge Town & Country donation to Penny Pines Program in memory of victims of the 2014 tornado in Louisville



  1. OTHER BUSINESS
  2. ADJOURN

Thursday, June 22, 2017

Alderman Dickie Caperton and Fire Department's Towne Retire

Retiring Ward One Alderman Dickie Caperton with his grandchildren


Retirement was the theme during Tuesday's (6/20/17) Board of Aldermen Meeting in Louisville. Mike Towne was recognized for his years of service to the Louisville Fire Department. Towne has served as a full time firefighter since 1999 and on a volunteer basis prior to that time.

This meeting was also the last for Ward One Alderman Dickie Caperton who did not seek reelection. Caperton has served on the Board for 12 years. It was an emotional time as Caperton reminisced and said farewells to many including fellow board members, department heads and Mayor Hill.

Caperton noted that he had never missed a meeting during his time in office and that he took pride in that accomplishment. "I love this city. No one loves this community more than I do."
Fireman Mike Towne with spouse and city officials upon his retirement.

Monday, June 5, 2017

Meeting Agenda-June 6

CITY OF LOUISVILLE

TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 2017  


5:30 P.M.REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  

  1. CALL TO ORDER
  2. INVOCATION
  3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
  4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  5. NEW BUSINESS

    1. Authorize payment of Docket of Claims # 21359-21597 for  $118,343.66  -enclosed
    2. Airport Bids for Main Ramp Rehab and Other Improvements with FAA AIP Grant 3-28-0043-016-2017-- Mike Forster
    3. Unclean Property: set hearing for July 3rd for property at 318/16800 East Main Street owned by Hubert Neil Tomlinson Estate, parcel #151283402 1300200
    4. Capital and Recovery Projects:  see enclosed
    5. Authorize the Notice for Bids for Supplies for 2017-2018
    6. Correction to minutes on September 25, 2015 to increase Charles Lynch hourly salary to $15.91 as of 10-1-15   - enclosed.
    7. Update on Facility Dude
    8. Authorize Drew Massey to attend the Newly Elected Officials Training in Starkville on June 27, travel expense only $35.70
    9. Hire new Firefighter-enclosed
    10. MEMA G-402 Training to be held in Louisville at Extension Office on August 1, 9-11:30,   no registration fee
    11. Police Forfeiture Training for Greg Clark and Barry McWhirter to attend in Starkville on June 28, no registration fee
    12. Police Training for Leslie Loving to attend Administrative Assistants training in Jackson on   June  20, registration of $199.99 plus mileage
    13. Notice of appointments:
          1. Utility Board, H. B. Hudspeth, 5 yr. term ends June 30
          2. Election Commissioners- Steve Quinn, Charles Holmes, and Annette Crabtree, 4 yr. terms end 7-1-17
          3. Tourism & Recreation Board- Steve White’s 3 yr. term ends 7-1-17
          4. Zoning & Planning Board- Johnny Crowell’s 5 yr. term ends 7-1-17
    14. Report on MML Excellence Awards
    15. Executive Session: Personnel Matter in Police Department



  1. OTHER BUSINESS
  2. ADJOURN

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Louisville's Red Hills Festival

To see more photos from our festival - click here!!



Tuesday, May 23, 2017

CITY OF LOUISVILLE RUN OFF ELECTION RESULTS

CITY OF LOUISVILLE RUN OFF ELECTION RESULTS:4 WARDS OF 4 REPORTING - Unofficial results!!!!

 Results are unofficial till certified and any affidavits are reviewed. Frances Ball retains position as Alderman At Large and Drew Massey wins Ward One Alderman position.

ALDERMAN AT LARGE:
TOTALS ONLY
FRANCES S. BALL:      542                                                        
GERALD HAYES:        410

ALDERMAN - WARD 1:

BETH WARNER CHANDLER: 102
DREW MASSEY:    194