Jackson Zoning Ordinance § 1203 ARTICLE XIV-A ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
1401-A Purpose and Intent
It is the purpose and intent of this Article to set forth the duties, powers and limitations
of officials, departments, committees and other groups which are or may be concerned
with the administration and enforcement of this Ordinance.
1402-A Office of the Zoning Administrator
There is hereby established the Office of Zoning Administrator within the auspices and
staff of the Department of Planning and Development, who, under general supervision
of the Planning Director, will administer and enforce provisions of this Ordinance, and
whose duties shall include, though not be limited to:
1. Maintaining the Official Zoning Map in good and useful condition and properly
recording on the Map all of the amendments to the Ordinance that change
boundaries of the Zoning District.
2. Issuing of Zoning Applications and other forms.
3. Providing public information relating to zoning matters.
4. Registration and maintenance of records and maps on non-conforming uses,
structures and undeveloped lots.
5. Providing staff for Planning Board, preparing routine staff reports and
recommendations on zoning and planning matters to be heard by the Board.
6. Reporting any zoning violations noted to Zoning Inspectors.
7. Keeping permanent records of zoning decisions, Site Plan Review Committee
decisions, and other zoning matters.
8. Defining words or phrases of this Ordinance which are not found under Article II,
Interpretation and Definitions.
9. Acting as advisor to City Council on zoning and zoning-related matters.
10. Preparing recommendations for Comprehensive rezonings.
11. Preparing Conservation Overlay District text and recommending specific areas
which could benefit from overlay district requirements.
1403-A Administrative Interpretation of Ordinance
In the event there is a question concerning the general intent or meaning of any provision
of this Ordinance text, or the positioning of district boundaries, or of district designation,
or other matter relating to the Official Zoning Map, the Zoning Administrator shall have
the right to make such administrative decisions and interpretations.
1403.01-A Limitations:
Administrative interpretation shall in no manner be construed as permitting or granting
an exception or variance to the provisions of this Zoning Ordinance.
1404-A Enforcement:
The Zoning Ordinance shall be enforced by the Zoning Administrator or his designee.
Upon documentation of violations of the provisions of this Ordinance, the Zoning
Administrator, shall notify in writing, by mail, the person or persons responsible for
such violations, indicating the nature of the violation, and ordering the action necessary
to correct it. The Zoning Administrator or his designee shall order discontinuance of
illegal use of land, buildings or structures; removal of illegal buildings or structures, or
of illegal additions, alterations, or structural changes; discontinuance of any illegal work
being done; or shall take any other action authorized by this Ordinance to ensure
compliance with, or to prevent violation of, its provisions.
1405-A Building Permits Required:
No building, fence, wall, satellite dish antenna, commercial communication tower or
other structure shall be constructed, erected, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, or
demolished, and the occupancy (use category) of any building or structure shall not be
changed, without first obtaining a permit from the Building Official for the City of
Jackson. No building permit shall be issued by the Building Official except in
conformity with the provisions of this Ordinance.
1406-A Application for Building Permit:
Every application for a building permit shall be accompanied by a drawing to scale,
showing the actual shape and dimensions of the lot to be built upon or to be changed in
its use, in whole or in part; the actual shape, location, size, and height of any building or
structure; the number of dwelling units; and such other information as the Building
Official may require as necessary to satisfy the provisions of all construction codes
adopted by the City of Jackson.
1407-A Zoning Review of Building Permit Application
All applications for building permits shall be reviewed by the Zoning Administrator
and approved or disapproved as to zoning requirements.
1501-A Designation of City Planning Board
The City Planning Board has been designated by the City Council as the Advisory
Committee to the City of Jackson in zoning matters and is vested with the rights and
responsibilities as provided in Mississippi Code Annotated 17-1-17 (1972). The City
Planning Board shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations governing the conduct of
its zoning affairs and in keeping with the provisions of this Ordinance.
1502-A Powers and Duties
The City Planning Board shall have the following powers and duties as hereinafter
listed:
1. To hold public hearings on rezonings, area-wide rezonings, establishment of
overlay zoning districts, text amendments, use permits, special exceptions to
and/or variances from the provisions of this Ordinance.
2. To make a written decision of its finding on each application, which decision
will become a recommendation to the City Council.
3. To affirm, reverse, or modify any written order, determination, interpretation,
requirement, or decision of the Zoning Administrator, as may be deemed
advisable or from which an appeal may be made, all in accordance with the
provisions of this Ordinance.
1503-A City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting
The City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting shall be governed by the rules for the conduct
of its zoning affairs as adopted by the City Planning Board. Officers shall consist of a
Chairperson, as determined by the Chairman of the City Planning Board, responsible for
the conduct of all City Planning Board's Zoning meetings and hearings; a Vice
Chairperson, who shall act for the Chairperson in their absence, and a Recording
Secretary. The City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting may secure the services of a Court
Reporter to assist a recording secretary in obtaining complete and accurate minutes of the
City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting proceedings, and/or may authorize use of a tape
recorder. To preserve order during conduct of meetings and public hearings, the Zoning
Administrator shall act in the capacity of Sergeant at Arms.
1504-A City Planning Board's Zoning Meetings
The City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting shall meet at the call of the Chairperson
upon determination of need, as advised by the Zoning Administrator and at such other
times as the City Planning Board may require to discharge its duties and responsibilities
in the conduct of public hearings and in upholding the provisions of this Ordinance,
provided, however, that the City Planning Board shall have a zoning meeting at least
once each month, such meeting to be held on a regularly established schedule, time, and
place open to the public.
1505-A Proceedings of the City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting
The City Planning Board shall keep a record of its proceedings at zoning meetings, all
of which shall be a matter of public record, in the office of the Zoning Administrator, and
shall make a report of its findings on each petition heard to the City Council.
1506-A City Planning Board Recommendation
At the conclusion of each zoning meeting, the City Planning Board shall formulate a
recommendation on each petition presented at a zoning meeting upon which a hearing
was held. At the conclusion of a zoning meeting, the City Planning Board shall forward
its recommendation together with maps and other descriptive materials, including a
transcript of testimony, but only in the event of an appeal, to the City Council for their
consideration and official action. The Planning Department office shall maintain a file
of data and materials on all zoning proceedings of the City Planning Board's Zoning
Meeting and of the City Council.
1601-A Schedule Established
The City Council may establish a schedule of fees, charges, and expenses and a collection
procedure for certificates of zoning compliance, appeals, and other matters pertaining to
this Ordinance.
1602-A Collection Office
The schedule of fees, charges and expenses shall be posted in the office of the Zoning
Administrator, who shall be responsible for their collection. The schedule may be altered
or amended only by the City Council. Until all applicable fees, charges, and expenses
have been paid in full, no action will be taken on any application or appeal.
Fees Established
Additional Costs
Action
Fee
Paid to 3rd party
Rezoning (Map Change)
$501.00
Publication fees paid to newspaper
Special Exception
$301.00
Publication fees paid to newspaper
Use Permit
$501.00
Publication fees paid to newspaper
Zoning Variance
$301.00
Publication fees paid to newspaper
Appeal of Planning Board
Decision
N/A
Additional Publication fees
Cost of Transcript
to
independent court reporter
Rezonings (Map Amendments) Text Amendments, Special
Exceptions, Variances, Use Permits, Withdrawals and
Postponements
1701-A General Provisions
The regulations, provisions, restrictions and district boundaries set forth in this
Ordinance may from time to time be amended, supplemented, changed or repealed. Also
from time to time, the public health, safety or general welfare of the community may
require that Special Exceptions, Variances, and Use Permits be granted in specific
cases as set forth in the Ordinance.
1701.01-A Purpose of Use Permits:
The development and execution of this Ordinance is based upon the division of the
community into districts, within which districts the use of land and building and the bulk
and location of buildings and structures in relation to the land are substantially uniform.
It is recognized, however, that there are certain uses which are generally compatible
with the land uses permitted in a zoning district, but due to their unique characteristics,
require individual review to ensure the appropriateness and compatibility of the use on
any particular site. Use Permits may therefore be granted by the City Council for those
uses enumerated in each of the zoning districts established in Article III, 301, of this
Ordinance in accordance with the standards and procedures of this Article and the
standards enumerated for each Use Permit in the district regulations.
1701.02-A Application of Use Permits:
When considering application for Use Permits, the City Council shall consider the
extent to which:
1. The proposed use is compatible with the character of development in the
vicinity relative to density, bulk and intensity of structures, parking, and other
uses;
2. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the continued use, value, or
development of properties in the vicinity;
3. The proposed use will not adversely affect vehicular or pedestrian traffic in the
vicinity;
4. The proposed use can be accommodated by existing or proposed public
services and facilities including, but not limited to, water, sanitary sewer,
streets, drainage, police and fire protection, and schools;
5. The proposed use is in harmony with the Comprehensive Plan;
6. The proposed use will not be hazardous, detrimental, or disturbing to present
surrounding land uses due to noises, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water
pollution, vibration, electrical interference, or other nuisances.
1701.03-A Authority for Conditions:
A Use Permit may be issued subject to such conditions as are necessary to carry out the
purpose of this Ordinance and to prevent or minimize adverse effects upon other
property in the neighborhood, including, but not limited to, limitations on size and
location, requirements for landscaping, lighting, the provisions of adequate ingress and
egress, duration of the permit which may be permanent or may be limited to a specific
period of time and hours of operation. Such conditions may include a requirement for a
second stage approval process under the provisions of 1703.06-A.
1702-A Public Hearing Required:
No action shall be taken concerning Rezoning, Text Amendments, Special Exceptions,
Variances, or Use Permits until after a public hearing in relation thereto, at which parties
in interest and the general citizenry shall have an opportunity to be heard. Before the
City Planning Board or City Council holds such a hearing, there shall be two (2)
advertisements of the hearing, which advertisements set forth the time and place of the
hearing, describe the nature of the proposed request or text amendment, and if property
is involved, the existing zoning and purported changes and modifications therein. Such
publication shall be made in a newspaper of general circulation within the City of
Jackson, Mississippi, the first publication to be at least fifteen (15) days before such
hearing.
1703-A Procedure
No Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance, and/or Use Permit shall be passed by the
City Council unless and until the following conditions have been met:
1703.01-A Signs Required:
In the case of Rezoning, Special Exceptions, Variances, and/or Use Permits, Zoning
Notice signs shall be erected at least fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing. The Zoning
Notice sign shall indicate the case number.
1703.02-A Application Requirements:
A written application for a Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance, and/or Use Permit
shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator. Rezoning of a property shall not be
granted unless the applicant can prove by clear and convincing evidence either, (1) that
there was a mistake in the original zoning, or (2) the character of the surrounding area
has changed to such an extent as to justify rezoning and there is a public need for
additional property to be zoned in accordance with the request in said application. If an
application for rezoning is denied by the City Council or if said application is
withdrawn after the Planning Board has recommended denial of the application, then
such property may not be the subject of an application for rezoning for a period of one
year from the earliest date of such denial or withdrawal. Anything stated to the contrary
notwithstanding, under no circumstances shall an application filed hereunder be processed
while any litigation is pending concerning the zoning of the subject property.
1703.02.1-A Application for Rezoning:
This application shall include a legal description, plot plan, and location map of the
property, the exact nature of the proposed change, a detailed listing of documents
included in the application setting forth the grounds upon which said application is made,
the change in land use conditions affecting the property since any previous City Council
action, a listing of the owners of all property within one hundred-sixty (160) feet and all
neighborhood organizations registered with the Department of Planning and
Development with geographic boundaries within one thousand (1 ,000) feet in all
directions therefore the property lines of the lot or parcel of land for which the application
is being submitted, excluding width of streets, and any such other information as may
be required by the Zoning Administrator to determine the merits of the application. In
order to obtain a change in the zoning classification of real property in the City of
Jackson, Mississippi, applicant must prove by clear and convincing evidence either (1)
that there was a mistake in the original zoning, or (2) substantial change in the land use
character of the surrounding area which justifies rezoning the property and a public
need for additional property that area zoned in accordance with the request in said
application since any previous City Council action. The petitioner shall show proof of
notification to all of the listed property owners and organizations by submitting certified
mail receipts and a copy of the letter sent to the listed in property owners and
organizations. Such letter shall include the date, time, location, and purpose of the stated
public hearing. In the alternative applicant may present a petition bearing the signatures
of the listed property owners and organizations as proof of notification.
1703.02.2-A Application for Special Exception:
This application shall include a legal description of the property, a plot plan of the
property, and the non-retail type use to which the property and/or structure is
contemplated. The justification statement shall state the grounds upon which the request
is based, and shall further demonstrate that the granting of such Special Exception will not
adversely affect the surrounding properties nor otherwise be detrimental to the public
welfare. The petition shall contain a listing of names of the owners of all the property
within one hundred-sixty (160) feet and all neighborhood organizations registered with
the department of Planning and development with geographic boundaries within one
thousand (1,000) feet in all directions from the lot or parcel of land for which the
application is being submitted, excluding width of streets, and any such other information
as may be required by the Zoning Administrator to determine the merits of the application.
The petition shall show proof of notification to all of the listed property owners by (1)
submitting certified mail receipts and a copy of the letter sent to the listed property owners.
Such letter shall include the date, time, location, and purpose of stated public hearing; or
(2) a petition bearing the signature of the listed property owners; or (3) a combination of
Items (1) and (2).
1703.02.3-A Application for Variance:
This application shall include a legal description, location map, plot plan, the exact nature
of the requested Variance, the grounds upon which it is requested, any City Council action
involving rezoning or any variance, or such other information as may be required by the
Zoning Administrator to determine the merits of the application. The variance application
shall demonstrate the following:
1. That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land,
structure or building involved and which are not applicable to other lands,
structures or buildings in the same district.
2. That literal interpretation of the provisions of this Ordinance would deprive the
applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same district under
the provisions of this Ordinance.
3. That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from actions of the
applicant.
4. That granting the Variance requested will not confer upon the applicant any special
privilege that is denied by this Ordinance to other similar lands, structures or
buildings in the same district.
The petition shall contain a listing of names of the owners of all the property within one
hundred-sixty (160) feet and all neighborhood organizations registered with the
Department of Planning and Development with geographic boundaries within one
thousand (1,000) feet in all directions from the lot or parcel of land for which the
application is being submitted, excluding width of streets, and any such other information
as may be required by the Zoning Administrator to determine the merits of the
application. The petition shall show proof of notification to all of the listed property
owners by (1) submitting certified mail receipts and a copy of the letter sent to the listed
property owners. Such letter shall include the date, time, location, and purpose of stated
public hearing; or (2) a petition bearing the signatures of the listed property owners; or
(3) a combination of Items (1) and (2).
1703.02.4-A Application for Use Permit:
This application shall include a legal description of the property, a site plan of the
property, and the specific use to which the property and/or structure is contemplated. The
justification statement shall state the grounds upon which the request is based, and shall
further demonstrate that the granting of such Use Permit will not adversely affect the
surrounding properties nor otherwise be detrimental to the public welfare. The petition
shall contain a listing of names of the owners of all the property within one hundred-
sixty (160) feet and all neighborhood organizations registered with the Department of
Planning and Development with geographic boundaries within one thousand (1,000) feet
in all directions from the lot or parcel of land for which the application is being
submitted, excluding width of streets, and any such other information as may be required
by the Zoning Administrator to determine the merits of the application. The petition shall
show proof of notification to all of the listed property owners by (1) submitting
certified mail receipts and a copy of the letter sent to the listed property owners. Such
letter shall include the date, time, location, and purpose of stated public hearing; or (2)
a petition bearing the signature of the listed property owners; or (3) a combination of
Items (1) and (2). Application for a Use Permit shall be accompanied by a site plan drawn
at a scale to allow adequate review. Site plans shall include the following:
1. Property boundary lines and dimensions, available utilities, location of
easements, roadways, rail lines and public right-of-way crossing adjacent to the
subject property;
2. The proposed height, dimensions and arrangements of buildings and uses on
the site;
3. The type and location of landscaping proposed for the site;
4. The locations of points of ingress and egress from the site;
5. The location of driveways, parking lots and loading areas on the site;
6. The location of any proposed substantial regrading on the site and any
significant topographical or physical feature, including water courses.
1703.03-A Public Hearing Held:
After public notice has been published as aforementioned, a public hearing on the
Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance or Use Permit shall be held before the City
Planning Board at its Zoning Meeting. At said hearing, any individual may appear in
person or by agent.
1703.04-A Application Reviewed by Planning Director:
At least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing to be conducted at the City Planning
Board's Zoning Meeting, the Zoning Administrator shall submit the application for
Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance, or Use Permit to the Planning Director for
determination as to whether or not the requested changes are in conformance with the
officially adopted overall Comprehensive Plan for City Development. The Planning
Director, within ten (10) days, shall certify in writing to the Zoning Administrator his
finding that the proposed Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance, or Use Permit does or
does not conform to the Comprehensive Plan for City Development. The Zoning
Administrator shall then transmit this certification of the finding to the City Planning
Board. If a written statement is not received from the Planning Director within the ten
(10) day period, the Zoning Administrator shall so advise the City Planning Board and
continue the due processing of the application.
1703.05-A Public Hearing Procedures:
Proceedings of the hearing at the City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting shall be taken
down in shorthand and/or by mechanical or tape recording, which cannot be altered, and
all witnesses before said City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting shall be sworn in by an
officer qualified to administer oaths under the laws of the State of Mississippi. The
hearing at the zoning meeting may proceed informally without strict compliance with
rules of evidence. The Chair of the City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting shall act as
moderator.
1703.06-A City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting Determination:
Within fifteen (15) calendar days from the conclusion of such hearings, the Zoning
Administrator shall prepare and submit in writing the findings from the City Planning
Board. The City Planning Board shall, within fifteen (15) days, give its
recommendations in writing to the Zoning Administrator, and which shall become a
recommendation to the City Council. After the City Planning Board has acted upon a
proposed Use Permit application and required site plans, at the zoning meeting, the
applicant shall submit a modified site plan to the Zoning Administrator, if necessary,
reflecting conditions recommended by the City Planning Board prior to forwarding the
request to the City Council.
1703.07-A Notification by Zoning Administrator:
The Zoning Administrator shall, within five (5) working days of such decision and
recommendations, mail a copy of same to all parties in interest who appeared at said
hearing.
1703.08-A City Council Notified:
After fifteen (15) days from the date of the City Planning Board decision or
recommendation, the Zoning Administrator shall forward to the City Council such
recommendation, along with all documents and exhibits pertaining to the case. If no appeal
is filed by a party of record or authorized representative, defined herein as a party
present and speaking at the City Planning Board public hearing, with the Zoning
Administrator within fifteen (15) days from the date of the City Planning Board
recommendation, it will not be necessary for stenographic notes to be transcribed or
publication to be made, however, if such an appeal is taken, it will be necessary for
stenographic notes to be transcribed and for the City Clerk to place two (2)
advertisements of the pending consideration by the City Council. Such publication shall
be in the usual form and shall be made in a newspaper of general circulation within the
City of Jackson, Mississippi, at least fifteen (15) days before such hearing before the
Jackson City Council. Within sixty (60) calendar days after the date set in the case
advertisement, the City Council shall approve or deny, in whole or in part, the
recommendation of the City Planning Board, or where there is need for additional
information, may remand the case to the City Planning Board for further consideration,
and this shall be done by the City Council on the record of the case.
1704-A Procedure for Text Amendments
No text amendment shall be passed by the City Council unless and until the following
conditions have been met:
1704.01-A Public Hearing Held:
After public notice has been published as aforementioned (1702-A), a public hearing
on the proposed text amendment shall be held separately and/or jointly before the City
Planning Board and/or the City Council. At said hearing, any individual may appear in
person or by agent.
1704.02-A Public Hearing Procedures:
Proceedings of the hearing before the City Planning Board and/or City Council shall
be taken down in shorthand and/or mechanical or tape recording, which cannot be
altered. The City Planning Board and/or the City Council may proceed informally
without strict compliance with rules of evidence. The Chairperson of the City Planning
Board shall act as moderator unless the hearing is held jointly or separately by the City
Council, then the President of the City Council shall act as moderator.
Section 1705 –A Procedure for Withdrawals or Postponements
Section 1705.01-A – Request to Withdraw Zoning Action Application and for a Full
Refund
A written request to withdraw and a full refund may be filed with the Zoning Administrator
up to the time of the Planning Board Hearing. Once the hearing takes place, the application
fee becomes non-refundable.
Section 1705.02-A – Request to Postpone Zoning Action Planning Board Public
Hearing
A postponement may be granted by submitting $50.00 and a notarized letter to the Zoning
Administrator five (5) business days prior to the Planning Board Hearing. The applicant
must re-notify all property owners within 160 feet of the subject property and neighborhood
associations within 1000 feet of the subject property of the postponement and the
rescheduled public hearing information and submit a copy of said letter the Zoning
Division Office to be placed on file.
Section 1705.03–A - Notification of Rescheduled Planning Board Hearing
The notice of the rescheduled Planning Board Hearing by certified mail must be mailed at
least ten (10) days prior to the original hearing and fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the
rescheduled hearing. The original certified mail receipts must be submitted with the
notarized request for the postponement.
Section 1705.04–A Day of Hearing Postponement Request
Postponements requested on the day of the hearing, or less than five (5) days prior to the
hearing, will be given five (5) minutes to address the Planning Board and request a
postponement. The Planning Board has the option of voting for or against the request for a
postponement. It is therefore imperative that the applicant or representative appear before
the Board to request the postponement.
1801-A Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this Article is to permit the re-zoning of established neighborhoods to more
accurately reflect existing land use patterns in the area and to preserve the distinctive
physical character of the neighborhood. This Article is also intended to provide a
mechanism by which established neighborhoods may amend zoning regulations to improve
the area's quality of life, strengthen the tax base, and insure adequate infrastructure,
transportation and public facilities.
1802-A Procedure
A. A neighborhood rezoning may be initiated by:
The owners of at least seventy-five (75) percent of the property described in the
application; or
A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the City Council; or
A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Planning Board.
B. This shall only be applicable when at least fifty (50) contiguous parcels or at least
fifteen (15) acres of contiguous land (excluding rights of way) are the subject of the re-
zoning application.
C. Any proposed rezoning under this shall be studied by the Planning Department to
determine:
1. The need for additional land in the City having the same classification as that
requested; and
2. A substantial change of the land use character of the surrounding area that justifies
the change in zoning.
D. Additionally, the Planning Department may report findings concerning the following:
1. The effect of the change on the particular property and on surrounding properties;
2. The impact, if any, on the existing infrastructure, transportation, tax base, and
surrounding land uses;
3. The relationship of the proposed amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan and
other relevant local and regional plans, with appropriate consideration as to whether
the proposed changes will further the purpose of this and related plans; and
4. Any other relevant considerations regarding re-zoning of the subject parcels.
E. The Planning Department shall submit the re-zoning request to the Planning Board
for consideration along with a staff report stating the Staff's findings under subs (c)
and (d) above.
F. The Planning Board shall hold a public hearing on the re-zoning request. Public
notice of the hearing shall be given at least fifteen (15) days in advance of the hearing
by publication in a newspaper of regular and general circulation in the City, and a
notice shall be posted at City Hall. The Planning Board shall forward their
recommendations in writing to the City Council for final consideration. The City
Council shall hold a public hearing following adequate public notice within sixty (60)
days of the Planning Board's recommendations.
G. When the City proposes to rezone any property within its jurisdiction, it shall be the
duty of the City to give notice by first class mail to each property owner whose
zoning classification is proposed to be changed or affected. Such notice shall be
mailed to the owner's current address of record, as maintained by the assessor of taxes
and shall be postmarked no later than ten (10) days prior to the first scheduled hearing
concerning the proposed change. The notice shall contain a description and map of
the affected property, showing the existing and the proposed zoning, and the time
and place of any scheduled hearing concerning the proposed rezoning. Prior to the
effective date of any area-wide rezoning, the City shall cause an affidavit to be filed
with the City Clerk certifying that the City has complied with this. The filing of the
affidavit shall be prima facie proof of compliance with this. A failure to give notice
shall not affect the validity of rezoning, except as to the property of the complaining
owner. Notice shall not be invalid or ineffective if sent according to the ownership
records of the Tax Assessor, regardless of the accuracy of the tax records. It is the
owner's responsibility to insure the accuracy of tax records pertaining to his
property.
1801-B
Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this Article is to permit the rezoning of the entire City or particular areas
of the City in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan or an update to the
Comprehensive Plan.
1802-B
Procedure
A. This shall only be applicable when at least twenty-five (25) contiguous parcels or
at least ten (10) acres of land (excluding rights-of-way) are the subject of the
rezoning application.
B. A comprehensive rezoning may be initiated by The Department of Planning and
Development after conducting a study that demonstrates that the existing zoning in
the subject area is not in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan, or
C. That the Comprehensive Plan and zoning should be amended based on an analysis
of the following:
1. The need for additional land in the City having the same zoning classification
as the one proposed;
2. A substantial change in the land use character of the surrounding area that
justifies the change in zoning; and
3. The probability of a mapping error in the Comprehensive Plan or the zoning
ordinance.
D. The Planning Department shall submit the rezoning request to the Planning Board
for consideration along with a staff report stating the Staff's findings under subs (b)
and (c) above.
E. The Planning Board shall hold a public hearing on the rezoning request. Public
notice of the hearing shall be given at least fifteen (15) days in advance of the
hearing by publication in a newspaper of regular and general circulation in the City,
and a notice shall be posted at City Hall. The Planning Board shall forward their
recommendations in writing to the City Council for final consideration. The City
Council shall hold a public hearing following adequate public notice within sixty
(60) days of the Planning Board's recommendations.
F. When the City proposes to rezone any property within its jurisdiction, it shall be
the duty of the City to give notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the City.
This notice shall be in the form of two (2) advertisements containing a description
and map of the affected property, showing the existing and the proposed zoning, and
the time and place of any scheduled hearing concerning the proposed rezoning. The
first publication of this advertisement shall be at least fifteen (15) days prior to the
public hearing. The City shall also give notice via mail to each property owner whose
zoning classification is proposed to be changed or affected. Such notice shall be
mailed to the owner's current address of record, as maintained by the assessor of taxes
and shall be postmarked no later than ten (10) days prior to the first scheduled hearing
concerning the proposed change. The notice shall contain a description and map of
the affected property, showing the existing and the proposed zoning, and the time
and place of any scheduled hearing concerning the proposed rezoning. The City shall
also post signs along major thoroughfares in the area considered for the rezoning
stating the same notice.
Prior to the effective date of any comprehensive rezoning, the City shall cause an
affidavit to be filed with the City Clerk certifying that the City has complied with this
section. The filing of the affidavit shall be prima facie proof of compliance with this
section. A failure to give notice shall not affect the validity of rezoning, except as to
the property of the complaining owner. Notice shall not be invalid or ineffective if
sent according to the ownership records of the Tax Assessor, regardless of the
accuracy of the tax records. It is the owner’s responsibility to insure the accuracy of
tax records pertaining to his property.
1801 C
Purpose and Intent
The purpose of an overlay district is to protect the special, public interest and benefit in
an area that is not already adequately protected by mapped traditional zones. An overlay
district establishes regulations beyond those in the underlying zone and may cover parts
of several zoning districts or only a portion of the underlying district. Generally, the
underlying zone determines the permitted land uses, while the overlay district may regulate
such things as the design and setbacks. Overlay districts may also set in place any other
regulations that meet the district's purpose.
1802-C Procedure
A. An overlay district may be initiated by the Planning Board, upon recommendation
of the Planning Department.
B. Any proposed overlay district under consideration shall be studied by the Planning
Department to determine:
1. The purpose and intent of the overlay district under consideration;
2. The existing character of the area;
3. Development goals for the area;
4. Boundaries of the overlay district under consideration;
5. Development standards;
6. Design Standards;
7. Landscaping, if applicable;
8. Signage, if applicable;
9. Parking; and
10. Pedestrian and vehicular circulation.
C. The Planning Department shall submit the overlay district request to the Planning
Board for consideration along with a staff report containing the findings enumerated
in sub (b).
D. The Planning Board shall hold a public hearing on the overlay district request. Public
notice of the hearing shall be given at least fifteen (15) days in advance of the hearing
by publication in a newspaper of regular and general circulation in the City, and a
notice shall be posted at City Hall. The Planning Board shall forward its
recommendations in writing to the City Council for final consideration. The City
Council shall hold a public hearing following adequate public notice within sixty (60)
days of the Planning Board recommendations.
E. When the City proposes to establish an overlay district on any property within its
jurisdiction, or proposes to amend an existing overlay district, it shall be the duty of
the City to give notice by first class mail to each property owner affected by said
regulation. In addition, the City shall notify by first class mail all property owners
within one hundred sixty (160) feet in all directions, excluding widths of streets,
there from the property lines of the affected parcels or acreage. Such notice shall be
mailed to the owner’s current address of record, as maintained by the assessor of taxes
and shall be postmarked no later than ten (10) days prior to the first scheduled
hearing concerning the proposed change. The notice shall contain a description and
map of the affected property, the proposed overlay district regulations, and the time
and place of any scheduled hearing concerning the proposed overlay district. Prior
to the effective date of the establishment of the overlay district, the City shall cause
an affidavit to be filed with the City Clerk certifying that the City has complied with
this. The filing of the affidavit shall be prima facie proof of compliance with this. A
failure to give notice shall not affect the validity of the overlay district, except as to
the property of the complaining owner. Notice shall not be invalid or ineffective if
sent according to the ownership records of the Tax Assessor, regardless of the
accuracy of the tax records. It is the owner’s responsibility to insure the accuracy of
tax records pertaining to his property.
1801-D Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this Article is to permit the rezoning of locally designated historic districts
to more accurately reflect existing land use patterns in the area and to preserve the
distinctive physical character and heritage of the historic district. An historic zoning
district establishes new zoning districts and regulations which are unique to the specific
historic district based on its individual needs. This Article is also intended to provide a
mechanism by which established historic districts may amend zoning regulations to
preserve a sense of place, strengthen the tax base, and insure adequate infrastructure,
transportation, and public facilities.
1802-D Procedure
A. This shall only be applicable when the area to be rezoned is located within a locally
designated historic district as recognized by the Historic Preservation Commission
and adopted by the City Council.
B. An historic zoning district may be initiated by the Planning Board, upon
recommendation of the Planning Department and the Historic Preservation
Commission.
C. Any proposed historic zoning district under consideration shall be studied by the
Planning Department to determine:
1.
The purpose and intent of the historic zoning district under consideration;
2.
The existing character of the district;
3.
Development goals for the district;
4.
Boundaries of the area under consideration;
5.
Land uses permitted;
6.
Design guidelines based upon the Historic Preservation Commission’s Design
Standards and Criteria or individual guidelines adopted for a specific historic
district.
D. Any proposed rezoning under this shall be studied by the Planning Department to
determine:
1. The need for additional land in the City having the same classification as that
requested; and
2. A substantial change in the land use character of the surrounding area that
justifies the change in zoning.
E. The Planning Department shall submit the historic zoning district request to the
Planning Board for consideration along with a staff report containing the findings
enumerated in subs (c) and (d)
F. Additionally, the Planning Department may report findings concerning the
following:
1. The effect of the change on the particular district and on surrounding
properties;
2. The impact, if any, on the existing infrastructure, transportation, tax base, and
surrounding land uses;
3. The relationship of the proposed amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan
and other relevant local and regional plans, with appropriate consideration as
to whether the proposed changes will further the purpose of this and related
plans; and
4. Any other relevant considerations regarding rezoning of the historic district.
G. The Planning Board shall hold a public hearing on the historic zoning district
request. Public notice of the hearing shall be given at least fifteen (15) days in
advance of the hearing by publication in a newspaper of regular and general
circulation in the City, and a notice shall be posted at City Hall. The Planning Board
shall forward its recommendations in writing to the City Council for final
consideration. The City Council shall hold a public hearing following adequate
public notice within sixty (60) days of the Planning Board recommendations.
H. When the City proposes to establish an historic zoning district on any property
within its jurisdiction, or proposes to amend an existing historic zoning district, it
shall be the duty of the City to give notice by first class mail to each property owner
affected by said regulation. Such notice shall be mailed to the owner's current
address of record, as maintained by the assessor of taxes and shall be postmarked
no later than ten (10) days prior to the first scheduled hearing concerning the
proposed change. The notice shall contain a description and map of the affected
property, the proposed historic zoning district regulations, the time and place of any
scheduled hearing. Prior to the effective date of the establishment of an historic
zoning district, the City shall cause an affidavit to be filed with the City Clerk
certifying that the City has complied with this. The filing of the affidavit shall be
prima facie proof of compliance with this. A failure to give notice shall not affect
the validity of the historic zoning district regulations, except as to the property of
the complaining owner. Notice shall not be invalid or ineffective if sent according
to the ownership records of the Tax Assessor, regardless of the accuracy of the tax
records. It is the owner's responsibility to ensure the accuracy of tax records
pertaining to his property.
1901-A
General Provisions
The regulations, provisions, restrictions, and district boundaries set forth by this
Ordinance may from time to time be amended, supplemented, changed or repealed. Also,
from time to time the public health, safety, or general welfare of the community may
require that Special Exceptions, Variances, and Use Permits be granted in specific cases.
Appeals from written decisions of the Zoning Administrator in the administration and
enforcement of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be submitted to the City Planning
Board for review and recommendation. Except for Article XVIII Area-Wide Rezoning
(Map Amendments), Establishment of Overlay Zone Districts, and Historic Zoning
Districts, appeals from recommendations of the City Planning Board relating to any
of its functions shall be submitted to the City Council for final determination.
1902-A - Appeal of Zoning Administrator Decisions and City Planning Board
Recommendations - No appeal of a decision of the Zoning Administrator or of a
recommendation of the City Planning Board shall be ruled upon by the City Council
until the following conditions have been met:
1902.01-A Written Notice of Appeal Required:
A written Notice of Appeal from a decision of the Zoning Administrator or
recommendation of the City Planning Board shall be filed with the Zoning
Administrator. The written Notice of Appeal shall state the order, determination,
interpretation, requirement, recommendation or decision from which an appeal is
desired.
1902.02-A Appeal to Stay Proceedings:
An appeal from a decision of the Zoning Administrator stays all proceedings in
furtherance of the action appealed from, unless the Zoning Administrator, from whom
the appeal is taken, certifies to the City Planning Board, after the Notice of Appeal is
filed with him, that by reason of the facts stated in the certificate, a stay would, in his
opinion, cause imminent peril to life and property. In such case, proceedings shall not
be stayed by the City Council, or by a court of record on application, on notice to the
Zoning Administrator from whom the appeal is taken and on the due case shown.
1902.03-A Appeal of City Planning Board Recommendation:
Any party of record, as defined herein, who is aggrieved by a recommendation of the
City Planning Board, shall be entitled to any appeal from such recommendation to the
City Council, provided the procedures herein stated are followed:
A written notice of appeal shall be given to the Zoning Administrator within fifteen
(15) days from the date of such recommendations by the City Planning Board, and
that the party appealing shall also mail a copy of such notice to all parties entering an
appearance in such cause, such appearance being mandatory for the receipt of said
notice.
When such Notice of Appeal is filed, the Zoning Administrator shall immediately
notify the Recording Secretary of the City Planning Board's Zoning Meeting, and
the Recording Secretary shall have a period of sixty (60) days from the date of
delivery of the Notice of Appeal to the Zoning Administrator in which to transcribe
and file the notes with the Zoning Administrator. If the City Planning Board, at its
discretion, finds the aforesaid sixty (60) day period is insufficient, it may, upon
request of the Recording Secretary, grant an additional period of time up to sixty
(60) days in which to prepare the record.
Upon receipt of the transcribed notes, the Zoning Administrator shall immediately
forward to the City Council recommendations of the City Planning Board, the
transcribed notes, and all documents and exhibits in the case; and shall have
published two (2) advertisements of such hearing setting forth the time and place
of the hearing, description of the property involved, the existing zoning and
purported changes and modifications therein. Such publication shall be made in a
newspaper of general circulation within the City of Jackson, Mississippi, the first
publication to be at least fifteen (15) days before such hearing.
1902.04- Action of the City Council:
Unless there is an appeal by a party of record, as defined herein, the Council may
immediately act to approve or deny the zoning application. In cases involving an appeal
by a party of record, as defined herein, within sixty (60) days after the date set in the
case advertisement and receipt of the transcript and documented case record, including
the recommendation of the City Planning Board, the City Council shall either approve
or deny, in whole or in part, the decision and recommendations of the City Planning
Board on the record of the case or where there is need for additional information, may
remand the case to the City Planning Board for further consideration, all in accordance
with the provisions of the Mississippi Code Annotated, 17-1-17 (1972).
1902.05-A Three-Fifths Council Vote Needed:
In case of a protest against a Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance, or Use Permit
signed by twenty percent (20%) or more of the owners of lots within a distance of one
hundred-sixty (160) feet from the property involved, widths of all streets excluded, such
Rezoning, Special Exception, Variance or Use Permit shall not become effective except
by the favorable vote of three-fifths (3/5) of all members of the City Council who are not
required by law or ethical considerations to recuse themselves and pursuant to the
current MS Code 17-1-17.
1902.06-A Appeal to Court of Law:
An appeal from the decision of the City Council may be made as provided by law for
appeals from any order of the governing authorities of a municipality.
2001-A Declaration
In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby
declared to be the minimum requirements, adopted for the promotion of the public
health, safety, morals, and general welfare for the City of Jackson, Mississippi.
Wherever the requirements of any other lawfully adopted rules, regulations,
ordinances, and deed restrictions, or covenants filed of record are not in conflict with
the intent and purposes of this Ordinance, but impose more restrictive or higher
standards, the more restrictive or higher standards shall govern.
ARTICLE XX1-A COMPLAINTS REGARDING VIOLATIONS
2101-A Filing of Complaints
Whenever a violation of this Ordinance occurs, or is alleged to have occurred, any
person may file a written complaint with the Zoning Administrator or his/her designee.
Such complaint shall state fully the causes and basis thereof. The Zoning
Administrator or Supervisor or his/her designee shall officially record such complaint,
immediately initiate investigations, and take such actions thereon as are required by the
provisions of this Ordinance.
ARTICLE XX1I-A PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION
2201-A Violation a Misdemeanor
Violation by any person of the provisions of this Ordinance or failure to comply with
any of its requirements (including violations of any conditions and safeguards
established in connection with grants of Variances, Special Exceptions, or Use Permits)
after having been duly notified by the Zoning Administrator following his determination
of the type, nature and extent of violation and/or as otherwise provided for in Article
XVI of this Ordinance shall, upon conviction thereof, constitute a misdemeanor.
2202-A Penalty for Violation
Any person who violates the provisions of this Ordinance or fails to comply within
fifteen (15) days with any of its requirements after having been duly notified by the
Zoning Administrator shall, upon conviction thereof, be fined not more than one
thousand dollars ($1,000.00) and in addition shall pay all costs and expenses involved
in the case. Each day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense.
The owner or tenant of any building, structure, premises, or part thereof, and any
architect, builder, contractor, agent, or other person, who commits, participates in,
assists in, or maintains such violation may be found guilty of a separate offense, and
suffer the penalties herein provided. Nothing herein contained shall prevent the City
from taking such other lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.
SEPARABILITY AND CLARITY CLAUSES
2301-A Provisions Separable - Should any or provision of this Ordinance be declared
by the Courts to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity
of this Ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be
unconstitutional or invalid.
2302-A Clarity Provision - Before entering this Ordinance on the Minutes, the Clerk is
authorized to make any correction therein regarding spelling, punctuation and grammar in
order to more clearly state the purpose thereof.
2401-A Purpose of Article - To serve better the public interest and to achieve a more
desirable living environment obtained in part through development of compatible
associations of land use, it shall be a policy of the City Planning Board to coordinate its
actions with those of other political entities where a common boundary is shared in matters
relating to zoning and the use of land. Also, it shall be the policy of the City Planning
Board to review and comment on similar matters that may be submitted to them by
adjacent governing bodies so that the best interests of all may be served; provided
however, that such coordination, review and comment shall be considered as advisory in
nature to political jurisdictions involved and not legally binding upon their deliberations
and official actions.
2501-A Effective Date - This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after its
passage and after its publication.
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
June 30, 1977
Evelyn, Ballard, City Clerk
Russell C. Davis, Mayor
Thomas B. Kelly,
Commissioner
Douglas W. Shanks,
Commissioner
July 1, 1977 – October 1979
Evelyn, Ballard, City Clerk
Dale Danks, Jr., Mayor
Nielsen Cochran,
Commissioner
Fred Johnson, Commissioner
October 31, 1979 – May
1984
Dot Coon, City Clerk
Dale Danks, Jr., Mayor
George R. Porter,
Commissioner
Luther L. Roan, Jr.,
Commissioner
June 1984 – June 1989
Dot Coon, City Clerk
Dale Danks, Jr. Mayor
Council Members:
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret C. Barrett
Derwood Boyles
E C Foster
Luther L. Roan, Jr.
Doris Smith
Marcia Weaver
July 1989 – June 1993
Gayrytha F. Huff, City Clerk
Kane Ditto, Mayor
Council Members:
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret C. Barrett
Derwood Boyles
E C Foster
Kenneth I Stokes
Marcia Weaver
July 1993 – June 1994
Gayrytha F. Huff, City Clerk
Kane Ditto, Mayor
Council Members:
Dent Anglin
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret Barrett
Credell Calhoun
E C Foster
Kenneth I Stokes
Marcia Weaver
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
July 1993 – June 1994
Gayrytha F. Huff, City
Clerk
Kane Ditto, Mayor
Council Members:
Dent Anglin
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret Barrett
Credell Calhoun
E C Foster
Kenneth I Stokes
Marcia Weaver
June 1994 – January 1995
Allyne Evans, City
Clerk
Kane Ditto, Mayor
Council Members:
Dent Anglin
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret Barrett
Credell Calhoun
E C Foster
Kenneth I Stokes
Marcia Weaver
January 1995 – August 1995
Pamela Taylor, City
Clerk
Kane Ditto, Mayor
Council Members:
Dent Anglin
Louis E. Armstrong
Margaret Barrett
Credell Calhoun
E C Foster
Kenneth I Stokes
Marcia Weaver
August 1995 – August 2002
Eddie Jean Carr, City
Clerk
Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor
Council Members:
Ben Allen
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
William R. Brown
Marshand K. Crisler
Bettye Dagner - Cook
Leslie Burl McLemore
Kenneth I. Stokes
August 2002 – June 2005
Mary F. Robinson
Acting City Clerk
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor
Council Members:
Ben Allen
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
William R. Brown
Marshand K. Crisler
Bettye Dagner - Cook
Leslie Burl McLemore
July 2005 – June 2009
Cedric Morgan, City
Clerk
Frank E. Melton, Mayor
Council Members:
Ben Allen
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
Frank Bluntson
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
July 2005 – June 2009
Cedric Morgan, City
Clerk
Marshand K. Crisler
Leslie Burl McLemore
Charles Tillman
July 2005 – June 2009
Cedric Morgan, City
Clerk
Frank E. Melton, Mayor
Council Members:
Ben Allen
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
Frank Bluntson
Marshand K. Crisler
Leslie Burl McLemore
Charles Tillman
July 2009-December 2011
Brenda Pree, City Clerk
Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor
Council Members:
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
Frank Bluntson
Choke Lumumba
Charles Tillman
Quentin Whitwell
Tony Yarber
January 2012 – July 2013
Brenda Pree, City Clerk
Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor
Council Members:
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
Frank Bluntson
Choke Lumumba
Charles Tillman
Quentin Whitwell
Tony Yarber
August 2013- December 2013
Brenda Pree, City Clerk
Choke Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
LaRita Cooper Stokes
Charles Tillman
Quentin Whitwell
Tony Yarber
January 2014 – July 2014
Brenda Pree, City Clerk
Charles Tillman, Interim Mayor
Council Members:
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
LaRita Cooper Stokes
Quentin Whitwell
Tony Yarber
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
August 2014- May 2015
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Tony Yarber, Mayor
Council Members:
Ashby Foote
Tyrone Hendrix
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
June 2015 – December 2015
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Tony Yarber, Mayor
Council Members:
Ashby Foote
Tyrone Hendrix
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
January 2016 – July 2016
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Tony Yarber, Mayor
Council Members:
Ashby Foote
Tyrone Hendrix
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
August 2016 – December 2016
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Tony Yarber, Mayor
Council Members:
Ashby Foote
Tyrone Hendrix
Melvin Priester
Margaret Carroll Barrett –Simon
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
January 2017 – December 2017
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Melvin Priester
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
January 2018 – June 2018
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Melvin Priester
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
July 2018 – December 2018
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Melvin Priester
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
January 2019 – August 2019
Kristi Moore, City Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Melvin Priester
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
September 2020 – December 2020
Angela Harris
Municipal Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
*Melvin Priester
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
*Ward Council Seat was vacant in Dec 2020
January 2021 – June 2021
Angela Harris
Municipal Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Angelique Lee
De’Keither Stamps
Kenneth Stokes
Charles Tillman
AMENDMENTS
ATTEST
APPROVED
June 2022-November 2022
Angela Harris
Municipal Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Angelique Lee
Brian Grizzell
Kenneth Stokes
Vernon Hartley
December 2022 - April 2024
Angela Harris
Municipal Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Angelique Lee
Brian Grizzell
Kenneth Stokes
Vernon Hartley
May 2024 – December 2024
Angela Harris
Municipal Clerk
Choke Antar Lumumba, Mayor
Council Members:
Aaron Banks
Tina Clay (Term Began 11/1/24)
Ashby Foote
Virgie Lindsay
Angelique Lee (Resigned 8/14/24)
Brian Grizzell
Kenneth Stokes
Vernon Hartley