Pasco Lagosha School District Board Prepares for Proposed Budget Public Hearing

The Pascagoula-Gautier Board held a special meeting on July 14, 2025, to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The primary focus of the meeting was to open a public hearing regarding the budget, which is a requirement under city code section 37-61-9.

During the meeting, it was announced that no action would be taken on the proposed budget at this time. Instead, the board of trustees will consider a recommendation to approve the budget at their regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025. A vote on the budget will occur during that meeting.

Members of the public were invited to address the board regarding the proposed budget. Attendees were asked to sign a registration form to speak and to keep their remarks brief to ensure that everyone had an opportunity to contribute. Additionally, individuals with questions about the budget were encouraged to submit their inquiries in writing. This would allow staff adequate time to prepare thorough responses, which would be mailed to the questioners promptly.

The public hearing was officially opened, and a PowerPoint presentation was initiated to provide an overview of the proposed budget. The meeting emphasized the importance of public input in the budgeting process, highlighting the board's commitment to transparency and community engagement.

In summary, the meeting served as a platform for public discussion on the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, with further deliberation and a potential vote scheduled for the upcoming regular meeting.