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Residents press Gulfport council to tackle litter and dumping; public works details pickups and MDOT crossing plans
Summary
Residents urged stronger enforcement of littering and illegal dumping, and council and staff discussed cameras, higher fines, community service and an MDOT‑funded railroad‑crossing project; public works reported last year’s cleanup figures and gave a direct number for work orders.
Multiple residents used the council’s public‑comment period to press for tougher action on litter, illegal dumping and delayed neighborhood maintenance; councilmembers and staff outlined enforcement and project plans in response.
Community leader Kelvin Barnett urged higher transparency on budget amendments and raised concerns about restricted funds being used for operations; during council comments the conversation turned to litter and dumping.…
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