Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB4011

Introduced

3/27/24

Refer

3/27/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriation; City of Florence for establishing a new park and recreation facility.

Impact

The passage of HB 4011 is significant for local governance as it reflects state-level support for municipal projects, particularly in enhancing public spaces for community use. The proposed funding requires the city authorities to provide matching funds totaling $41,270, ensuring that local stakeholders also have a vested interest in the project. This matching requirement fosters collaboration between state resources and local initiatives, potentially leading to improved community engagement in planning and executing public facilities.

Summary

House Bill 4011 is an appropriations bill aimed at supporting the establishment of a new park and recreation facility known as Eastside Park in the City of Florence, Mississippi. For the fiscal year 2025, the bill allocates a total of $165,080 to cover 80% of the estimated preliminary development costs, which amount to $206,350. The funding is intended to aid the city government in implementing the project, fostering community development and recreational opportunities.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on community development, potential points of contention may arise regarding the allocation of state funds to local projects. Critics may argue that such appropriations should be equitably distributed among various municipalities across the state, irrespective of political considerations. Additionally, there might be concerns about the sustainability of funding for ongoing maintenance and operation of the park once it is established, questioning whether the financial burden may shift back onto local taxpayers after the initial funding period.

Latest MS HB4011 Activity

View All Events: MS 2024 Regular Session HB4011

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB3175

General Fund; FY2027 appropriation to the City of Florence for a water well.

MS SB3154

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Florence for a water well.

MS HB243

Appropriation; City of Gulfport for repairs and upgrades to the park areas of certain facilities.

MS HB1005

Appropriation; City of Gulfport for repairs and upgrades to the park areas of certain facilities.

MS HB1839

Appropriation; Claiborne County for making improvements to several recreational facilities.

MS SB3248

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Forest for improvements and upgrades to the city's parks and recreation.

MS SB3107

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to the City of Indianola for parks and recreation safety.

MS HB1470

Veterans; exempt from fees for entry and use of parks and recreational facilities established by Pat Harrison Waterway District.

MS HB1916

Appropriation; Best of the Best Youth Sports for improvements to its youth recreational park.

MS HB875

Appropriation; Best of the Best Youth Sports for improvements to its youth recreational park.

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