Parks planned a $150,000 surplus. Its year-end report shows a $100,302 loss.
Water and septic/waste-service costs explain most of the expense overrun in the fiscal 2025–26 report for Starkville Parks/Cornerstone.
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Browse all articlesMaterials ordered, March start targeted for Josey Creek lift station
Utilities staff project a fall 2027 finish. Their October 20 bid request lists $1.9 million from two funding sources, plus water/sewer capital funds.
McKee Park vision pairs inclusive play with an all-ages adventure trail
The parks operator’s FY2026–2027 concept combines music, sensory play and nature. Construction approval, cost and timing are not established in the presentation records.
A $423,000 cut would still leave sewer upgrades $296,000 above the original contract
Starkville Utilities says the aeration work is complete. Its proposed final adjustment would bring the contract to $9.2 million; board approval has not been verified.
Nine police and fire vehicles, nearly $9,800 a month in proposed rent
The five-year lease request also calls for $60,845 in down payments. The quoted payments are not an all-in price.
Water-budget plan trims construction, adds $300,000 for vehicles and equipment
The proposed year-end changes also add $225,000 for water maintenance. Preliminary accounts show less than $1 million spent against a $14.9 million water-and-sewer capital budget.
A postal pioneer and a lifelong love: the proposed tribute to Lala Evans
The resolution would recognize the Needmore resident as a “Starkville Hero” after his Oct. 6 death, recalling military service, youth leadership and music.
Proposed $5.8 million electric-budget increase is almost all for buying power
Starkville’s preliminary year-end report also shows revenue exceeding expenses by $5.3 million, but the figures remain estimates—not a final accounting.
State Theater gets sidewalk patio space for $42 a month
The five-year East Main Street lease takes effect Nov. 1. Starkville keeps control of the right-of-way—and can require relocation at the business’s expense.
A $483,000 overhaul could retire Curry’s old well building
Utilities wants weather-rated controls at Curry and Parkdale; JMM is the recommended contractor after a lower bidder withdrew.
Starkville asks to keep food and hotel taxes through 2037—without a referendum
The request would leave rates, recipients and revenue shares unchanged. Part of the restaurant-tax revenue is committed to parks debt and upkeep.
Federal grant request would cover less than half of proposed airport hangar
The $1.28 million plan lists $645,195 in additional funding beyond its proposed federal, state and local package. Airport staff says it will seek more state grants.
Proposed $630,050 budget patch covers police, fire and street overruns
Starkville's September report shows departmental overruns—but overall General Fund spending was below budget, with receipts $110,374 short of expenditures.
A proposed $1 million road deal leaves room for an extension
The nonmatching state appropriation targets Colonel Muldrow Avenue and Lummus Drive. The proposed spending timetable runs from receipt of the money—not the agenda date.
Two inches to go: Airport's $4.1 million plan would finish runway paving
The proposal would complete the extension's asphalt surface and overlay the existing runway's 17-year-old pavement, with federal funding proposed to cover about 90%.
Why planners backed fewer parking spaces for a 102-room Mill Street hotel
The TownePlace Suites plan calls for 103 spaces instead of about 128. Staff says using Cottonmill Marketplace parking could constrain that property's future.
A $1 million sewer appropriation comes without a local match
The proposed agreement would tie a 36-month spending window to receipt of the money and require quarterly reports—even when nothing is spent.
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All reportsStarkvilleMaterials ordered, March start targeted for Josey Creek lift station
StarkvilleMcKee Park vision pairs inclusive play with an all-ages adventure trail
StarkvilleA $423,000 cut would still leave sewer upgrades $296,000 above the original contract
StarkvilleNine police and fire vehicles, nearly $9,800 a month in proposed rent
StarkvilleParks planned a $150,000 surplus. Its year-end report shows a $100,302 loss.
StarkvilleWater-budget plan trims construction, adds $300,000 for vehicles and equipment
StarkvilleA postal pioneer and a lifelong love: the proposed tribute to Lala Evans
StarkvilleProposed $5.8 million electric-budget increase is almost all for buying power
StarkvilleState Theater gets sidewalk patio space for $42 a month
StarkvilleA $483,000 overhaul could retire Curry’s old well building
StarkvilleStarkville asks to keep food and hotel taxes through 2037—without a referendum
StarkvilleTry before buying: Fire Department proposes a three-brand gear test
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