Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Southaven public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in taxes budget
Health & property insurance renewals at flat rates
The city kept health premiums flat with Blue Cross Blue Shield and renewed its property/casualty policy with Travelers at nearly the same price. That's rare in this insurance market and protects the budget from a big hit.
FY27 Budget and Tax Millage
The city's proposed FY27 budget grows to $130M with 5% citywide pay raises, 6% raises for police and fire, a new $360K ambulance, and street resurfacing boosted to $7.5M — all with no millage rate increase. Formal adoption comes September 8.
2026-2027 Budget Workshop
A balanced budget proposal goes before the board Thursday, August 6 at 9:30 a.m., with every department head presenting. Your chance to see where tax dollars go.
Relocating east-side fuel pumps for $750,000
The city has to vacate its old fuel pump site and will spend $750,000 building new pumps off Freeman Lane near the park maintenance shop.
Emergency $275,000 server replacement
The city's main computer server is due for replacement, and AI-driven demand is pushing prices up roughly $25,000 a month — so the board rushed a $275,000 emergency purchase.
Landscaping contract costs
The board balked at paying roughly $30,000 a year to maintain the Hummingbird Garden and tabled a $7,250/month Premier Lawn and Turf amendment for medians and right-of-ways, directing staff to get exact scope and cost details and look at doing some work in-house.