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State delegation presents $850,000 for Byram projects
Summary
A state delegation visited a Byram City work session to present $850,000 in state funding and praise the city's planning work; officials said the money came after the city provided engineer renderings and a clear plan, and they urged continued collaboration though future state budgets are uncertain.
Representative Fabian Nelson and Senator Blunt visited a Byram City work session to announce $850,000 in state funding for the city.
The presiding official introduced the delegation, and Representative Fabian Nelson said the money reflects both the delegation's efforts and the city's preparation: "Y'all brought us a plan that they just couldn't resist," he said, noting engineer renderings and other materials made the request easier to approve. Senator Blunt added that the delegation will keep advocating for Byram but cautioned, "I don't know what the state finances are gonna be like in the future. I'm just gonna be honest with y'all."
Board members thanked the delegation and arranged for a group photo. No formal action was taken at the work session; the presentation was informational and the board acknowledged next steps would follow through staff and the regular meeting process.
The board did not vote on use of the funds during the session and directed staff to follow up with project details in subsequent meetings.
