Moss Point Residents Invited to Help Shape Disaster Recovery Plan

📰 Moss Point Residents Invited to Help Shape Disaster Recovery Plan

The Mississippi Development Authority is calling on the people of Moss Point to speak up about how millions in federal disaster recovery funds should be spent. A public meeting will be held Monday, May 19 at 6 PM at Moss Point City Hall, and every voice matters

This meeting is part of a series of statewide public hearings focused on the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program, which is set to bring nearly 135 million dollars to areas hit hard by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024. Moss Point is one of the cities included in the action plan along with Hinds County, Humphreys County, Monroe County, Scott County, and Sharkey County

These funds are intended to restore housing, rebuild public infrastructure, and support economic development in the hardest hit areas. According to Governor Tate Reeves, the goal is to ensure every dollar goes where it is needed most, and that happens when local citizens help guide the process

This is not a routine town hall
This meeting is a chance to directly influence how disaster relief money is used in your city. If you or someone you know was affected by last year’s storms or flooding, your input can help make sure those needs are met. From damaged homes and failing infrastructure to struggling businesses and displaced families, this plan touches it all

Here’s what you need to know

Meeting details
Date: Monday, May 19, 2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: Moss Point City Hall
Address: 4320 McInnis Avenue, Moss Point, Mississippi 39563

What if you cannot attend in person?
No problem. The Mississippi Development Authority is accepting written comments through June 16 by mail, fax, or email. You can also watch the livestream of another session on May 27 at 6 PM, or access the video on demand 48 hours later

Submit comments by
Mail: Mississippi Development Authority, P.O. Box 849, Jackson, Mississippi 39205
Fax: 601 359 3108
Email: [email protected]

Access the draft plan
The full draft of the action plan will be available by May 16 at
https://msdisasterrecovery.com/action-plans/2023-2024-disasters

This is about more than policy
This is about homes, roads, neighborhoods, and the future of Moss Point. It is about rebuilding stronger and smarter, with local leadership guiding every step. We encourage every resident to take advantage of this opportunity. Whether you show up in person or submit your thoughts online, make sure your voice is counted