Biloxi A to Z is back, bringing residents the latest news, announcements, and updates from around the city. Along with a fresh look at the City’s digital publications, BNews Monthly and Bmail, this week’s update covers changes to residential and commercial garbage fees, an upcoming speed limit reduction, and weekend events. Here’s what residents need to know.
Biloxi residents and business owners are seeing changes to their monthly utility bills as the City of Biloxi addresses rising costs associated with garbage collection services.
On Tuesday, November 3, the City Council voted to approve a city ordinance pertaining to garbage and collection fees to help the city meet the costs of operating and maintaining essential utility systems, maintain adequate reserves for emergencies, and support infrastructure improvements needed to serve the community.
Effective Nov. 1, 2026, the monthly garbage collection fee increased from $25.50 to $27.40 per residential dwelling unit or commercial establishment. The $1.90 monthly increase amounts to $22.80 annually for households.
The adjustment reflects increased charges from the Harrison County Utility Authority, which contracts with Waste Management and Pelican Waste to provide garbage collection and disposal services throughout Biloxi.
Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 17, the speed limit will be reduced from 30 mph to 25 mph along two sections of Biloxi roadways: Jam Lane to Tribe Drive and Tribe Drive to Lamey St. Biloxi Police will post signs on Monday, Nov. 16, to alert motorists to the upcoming change.
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News & notes: Weekly reports, basketball registration, Feed the Needy, council
The week that was: The week that was: To see what City departments have been up to, from public safety calls and permits issued to work orders completed and visitors welcomed, check out the latest weekly reports by clicking here.
Basketball registration: The Biloxi Parks & Recreation Department will host registration for its youth basketball league on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Donal M. Snyder Sr. Community Center, 2520 Pass Road. Registration is open to Biloxi and non-Biloxi residents ages 6 to 12. Fees apply. See the flyer for more details. Click here.
Feed the Needy: The Gulf Coast Public Safety Feed the Needy Program is back, providing more than 4,000 Thanksgiving meals to individuals and families in need. Biloxi residents may request a meal by calling the Biloxi Police Department at 228-385-3033 by Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 4 p.m. Donations may be made through the D’Iberville Police Department at 228-396-4252.
City Council meeting: The Biloxi City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at Biloxi City Hall. The agenda includes more than three dozen items for discussion. To see the agenda and supporting documents, click here.
