Weekly City Update: February 3, 2025
Roll-off Dumpster Day Rescheduled for February 22
The Roll-off Dumpster Day scheduled for Saturday, February 8, has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 22. A dumpster will be available at the Metrocenter Mall (old Dillard’s parking lot) beginning at 8 a.m. and going until 3 p.m., weather permitting. Residents may bring all household furniture, small appliances, and accessories for disposal. However, tires, chemicals, and gas tanks are not accepted. Participants are required to place debris inside the dumpster provided at the location. The City is asking residents not to leave debris if the dumpster is not available.
City businesses and residents living outside the city limits of Jackson are not eligible to participate. Proof of residency may be required.
Roll-off days will continue to be held on the second Saturday of every month as resources allow. For more information about Roll-Off Dumpster Day and other Solid Waste programs, contact the City of Jackson at 601-960-0000 or visit the website at http://www.jacksonms.gov/.
Highway 18 Lighting Project Complete
The City of Jackson, along with Ward 4 Councilman Brian Grizzell and some South Jackson neighborhood leaders, held a press conference on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, to denote the completion of the Highway 18 Lighting Project. This project was the idea of De’Keither Stamps, a former city councilman and current public service commissioner. Years ago, South Jackson residents requested improved lighting along the thoroughfare to attract businesses and increase safety in the community. The City made an initial investment and worked alongside Entergy for installation. Nearly 90 lights have been installed on Highway 18 in South Jackson.
Super Tax Day: Free Tax Preparation for Jackson Residents
Each year, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free, face-to-face tax help to people with love-to-moderate income. IRS tax law-certified volunteers provide this free service with electronic filing to all who qualify. All you have to do is bring your documentation, and they will do the rest. If certain documents are missing, the return will be rejected. For more information, call 601.203.4540 or email vita@myunitedway.com.
City of Jackson Accepting Proposals for Art and Community-Based Grants
The City of Jackson is accepting proposals from art and community development groups that provide services in Jackson. The City Clerk will receive proposals until Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. Financial assistance is available to support arts and community development activities designed to increase awareness, understanding and appreciation of the arts and improve the quality of life among the citizens of Jackson. This solicitation seeks proposals with an emphasis on community exposure, history and education.
Grant awards offered by the City of Jackson shall only represent supplemental funding in support of arts projects and community development-based projects. To be eligible for funding, proposing organizations must have verifiable cash match contributions equal to at least 50% of the project cost.
For the Request for Proposal packet, contact Beverley Johnson-Durham at (601)960-0383. All proposals must be sealed and marked on the outside of the envelope: Proposal for General Funds Arts and Community Based Grants. Proposal packets must be received by the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 219 South President Street by Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. Request for proposal documents can be downloaded from the City of Jackson website or picked up at the City of Jackson Department of Human and Cultural Services located at 633 North State Street Suite 423, Jackson, MS 39202.
The City reserves the right to reject any proposals.
City of Jackson Launches Adopt-An-Animal Program with Jackson Public Schools at Jackson Zoo
The City of Jackson has launched its Adopt-An-Animal Program with the Jackson Zoo and Jackson Public Schools (JPS). Students from each JPS high school attended the kick-off event at the zoo on Monday, February 3, 2025. Each high school has adopted an animal to learn about, care for, and create a new workforce for the future. The program also establishes a new connection between the Jackson Zoo and JPS.
Jackson Police Department Citizen Self-Reporting System is Now Available
The Jackson Police Department’s Citizen Self-Reporting System is now available. Residents’ reports will be reviewed and contacted if further information is needed. Access the portal here.
Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods Seeking Vendors for Annual South Jackson Parade & Festival
The Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods (ASJN) has started planning for this year’s South Jackson Parade & Festival, scheduled for April 12, 2025. If you want to participate, please make plans and mark the date on your calendar. Visit ASJN’s website at www.asjn.org to register. Click on "Community Events" and select "South Jackson Parade & Festival, April 12, 2025". The other forms are also available for the parade. If you need any other information, contact ASJN Vice President Johnny Byrd at 601.720.9965.
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Midtown Partners Providing FREE Income Tax Preparation and Assistance to Qualified Jackson Residents
Save money on tax preparation! Midtown Partners is providing free tax assistance to low- and middle-income residents of Jackson. IRS-certified volunteers are ready to help!
Service Hours:
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (available every other Saturday, beginning February 1, 2025)
Keep your entire refund by using this free service! Contact Tara Lindsey at soldbytaralindsey@gmail.com if you have any questions.
March of the Mayors: Donate to Benefit Your Local Food Pantry
Extra Table’s March of the Mayors is currently underway. March of the Mayors is a statewide food drive supported by mayors across Mississippi and sponsored by Origin Bank. Each participating city collects a specified food item between now and February 21, 2025.
Collection items by city:
Byram (rice, beans — 1-pound bag)
Canton (spaghetti noodles)
Gluckstadt (canned soup)
Jackson (peanut butter — 16-ounce jars)
Madison (canned tuna)
Raymond (canned green beans)
Ridgeland (canned fruit)
Richland (canned corn)
Drop-off locations:
Any Corner Market in Jackson
Kroger at 4910 Interstate 55
JPD Precinct 4 at 4940 Old Canton Road
JFD Station 20 at 4445 Medgar Evers Boulevard
JFD Station 23 at 2640 Raymond Road
JFD Station 28 at 611 Terry Road
VFW Post 9832 at 4610 Sunray Drive
Jackson City Hall at 219 S. President Street
Visit extratable.org/march to learn more or for more information on how to participate, email info@extratable.org.
Update on the Reopening of Thalia Mara Hall
Although Thalia Mara Hall was expected to reopen on Friday, January 31, 2025, it did not due to a failed fire inspection on Thursday, January 30, 2025. The City is gathering maintenance and service reports for the elevator and escalator and scheduling a test for the fire system.
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