GOMESA Application Details
- Internal Project Number
- 271361
- 1. Title of Project
- Citywide Sanitary Lift Station Rehabilitation Project
- 2. Location of Project
- Multiple sites located throughout the City of Gulfport.
- 3. Requesting Organization
- City of Gulfport
- 4a. Name
- Jeremy Harrison
- 4b. Position
- 4c. Phone Number
- 228-868-5740
- 4d. Fax Number
- 4e. Address Line 1
- 4050 Hewes Avenue
- 4e. Address Line 2
- 4e. City, State Zip
- Gulfport, Mississippi
- 4f. Email
- jharrison@gulfport-ms.gov
- 5. FundingRequested
- $2,500,000
- Awarded Amount:
- 6. Other State or Federal Funding Sources
- No
- 7a. Amount of Additional Funds
- 7b. Source of Additional Funds
- 8. Total Project Funds Amount
- $2,500,000
- 9. Project Description/Overview
- Project Overview The City of Gulfport proposes a Citywide Sanitary Lift Station Rehabilitation Project to address aging wastewater infrastructure and correct deficiencies documented in the 2013 Comprehensive Water and Sewer Master Plan. The Master Plan identified that many lift stations and supporting sewer collection assets are beyond their expected service life, operate with outdated mechanical and electrical components, and lack the capacity and resiliency needed to meet current and future service demands. This project will provide a systematic rehabilitation of priority sanitary lift stations throughout the city. Improvements will include pump and motor replacements, electrical and control system upgrades, force main rehabilitation, wet well structural repairs, and the integration of modern SCADA systems for remote monitoring. These upgrades will enhance operational reliability, reduce the frequency of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), and ensure compliance with federal and state environmental standards.
- 10. Project Goals/Objectives
- Goal 1: Improve Wastewater System Reliability - Rehabilitate priority lift stations with modern pumps, motors, and controls. - Integrate SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and performance tracking. Goal 2: Protect Water Quality and Coastal Resources - Reduce sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) and pollutant discharges into waterways. - Strengthen compliance with environmental standards and protect sensitive waters. Goal 3: Enhance System Capacity and Resiliency - Upgrade infrastructure for growth and future demand. - Improve resiliency against flooding, storm surge, and extreme weather. Goal 4: Extend Service Life and Reduce Costs - Address deferred rehabilitation needs and extend asset life. - Lower long-term operation and maintenance costs through modernization. Goal 5: Advance Alignment with GOMESA Objectives - Support sustainable infrastructure and mitigate offshore energy impacts. - Enhance community health, safety, and quality of life.
- 11. Which of the following authorized uses set forth in the GOMESA Act does this project fall under?
- (A) Projects and activities for the purpose of coastal protection, including conservation, coastal restoration, hurricane protection, and infrastructure directly affected by coastal wetlands losses
- Yes: The Citywide Sanitary Lift Station Rehabilitation Project advances coastal protection by reducing sanitary sewer overflows that discharge untreated wastewater into sensitive coastal waters. By strengthening system reliability, the project safeguards wetlands, estuaries, and marine habitats from nutrient and pathogen pollution, thereby preserving vital ecosystems that protect the shoreline and support coastal resilience.
- (B) Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources.
- Yes: Upgraded lift stations will minimize wastewater discharges into rivers, bays, and estuaries, reducing harmful impacts to fisheries and aquatic life. By preventing untreated overflows during storm events and system failures, the project directly mitigates damage to fish and wildlife resources, ensuring cleaner water quality and healthier habitats essential for commercial and recreational fisheries.
- (C) Implementation of a federally-approved marine, coastal, or conservation management plan.
- Yes: The project supports the goals of federally approved management frameworks, including the Gulf of Mexico Alliance’s Governors’ Action Plan and the Mississippi Coastal Improvements Program, which emphasize reducing pollutant discharges, improving storm resilience, and protecting marine resources. By addressing deficiencies in wastewater infrastructure, the project ensures alignment with long-term coastal and conservation management objectives.
- (D) Mitigation of the impact of Outer Continental Shelf activities through funding of onshore infrastructure projects.
- Yes: As offshore energy activity places added environmental stress on Gulf Coast resources, this project provides critical onshore mitigation by strengthening wastewater collection infrastructure. Rehabilitation of lift stations will reduce pollutant risks to coastal waters that are affected by OCS activities and will enhance the resilience of essential public services in coastal communities that support offshore energy operations.
- 12. Project Timetable/Milestones
- Upon DMR Notice to Proceed: July 2026 Obtain project permits: July 2026 through December 2026 Development of design and construction documents: July 2026 through March 2027 Bidding and award of contract: March 2027 to May 2027 Construction project: June 2027 through June 2028
- 13. Project Timing
- Short-term
- 14. Current status of architectural/engineering plans & specifications for this project (if applicable):
- Other Pending Application Approval Funds Not Budgeted
- 15. In what way does this project meet the goals and objectives of the Department of Marine Resources, which includes enhancing, protecting and conserving the marine interest of Mississippi for present and future generations?
- The Citywide Sanitary Lift Station Rehabilitation Project directly supports the goals and objectives of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources’ GOMESA program by protecting and enhancing the long-term health and sustainability of Mississippi’s coastal environment and communities. The project addresses critical wastewater infrastructure needs identified in the City’s Comprehensive Water and Sewer Master Plan and CMOM assessment, both of which documented aging lift stations, capacity limitations, and recurring sanitary sewer overflows. By rehabilitating priority lift stations with modern pumps, controls, and monitoring systems, the project will reduce pollutant discharges into coastal waters, thereby protecting sensitive habitats, estuaries, and marine life that are vital to Mississippi’s economy and cultural heritage. These improvements will also strengthen community resilience against storm surge, flooding, and other impacts from extreme weather events, aligning with the program’s emphasis on safeguarding infrastructure and natural resources in coastal zones. In addition, the project supports the GOMESA objective of sustainable infrastructure investment by extending the service life of wastewater assets, lowering long-term maintenance costs, and ensuring reliable service for residents and businesses. Through these outcomes, the project enhances water quality, mitigates risks to fish and wildlife resources, and ensures that Mississippi’s marine and coastal interests are conserved for present and future generations.
- 16. Estimated Years To Completion
- 2
- 17. Estimated Completion Date
- 6/30/2028
- Budget:
- Salaries,Wages, Fringe
- Travel
- Architecture & Engineering
- $375,000
- Legal
- Consulting
- Construction
- $2,125,000
- Site Work
- Equipment
- Indirects
- Other
- Total
- $2,500,000
- Application Submission Date
- 09/29/2025
- Fiscal Year
- 2027
- Project Status
- Application Status
- Submitted
- Meets Criteria
- Internal Notes:
- Attachments:
- https://gomesa_internal/attachments/GOMESA_1361_COMPLETE.pdf
- Hyperlink:
- Attachments