;xNLx;This free weekly public event brings a different speaker and topic to the attendees through a 10-15 minute presentation. The majority of the morning is spent as group discussion, asking questions, and brainstorming. Community members, government officials, artists, scientists, professionals, students, and designers make up some of the varied attendees. ;xNLx;FMS provides a gathering and networking opportunity in which people whom may have never met or talked can come together over cereal, coffee, and tea for informed discussion one hour each week. Our topics and speakers are from diverse backgrounds and provide specialized insight. Topics vary from ecological restoration to Urban planning and policy, Mississippi artisanal foods to the local film industry. This event is a catalyst for change and growth, connecting people along the Gulf Coast and beyond.
A project made possible by the Turan and Linda Duda Traveling Fellowship "Within Formal Cities" is a project by Abe Drechsler and Brian Gaudio to document housing and infrastructure projects in 5 cities in South America: Bogota, Lima, Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, and Sao Paulo.
The Urban fabric of the Gulf Coast contains many unused or underutilized public spaces. With some basic interventions, such as adding seating, these spaces can be activated as gathering, resting, and even play space.
The neighborhood turn around in Evansville, Indiana that is now Haynie's Corner Art District is no single effort. Everyone is working together to facilitate and guide growth. Bringing in the artists and makers, getting people moved into the neighborhood to live, working closely with municipal officials and community members has brought this area to life!
Goats have been part of land management for thousands of years and have recently had a resurgence in municipalities and communities nationwide as we all try to move away from the overuse of herbicides. The Gulf Coast and Southeast has also turned to goats as a way to knock back invasive species such as Chinese Privot and Kudzu. Harrison, Jackson, and Hancock County on the Mississippi coast are perfect areas for goat land management due to our proximity to so many fragile waterways and abundance of neglected or vacant lots.
Municipalities across the country have utilized the film industry as a resource to inject much needed funds, tourism, and employment opportunities into their areas. Film production is a multi-disciplinary experience that involves large amounts of money and a varied work force from builders and historic preservationists to caterers and artists. Mark has been working to develop and advance a Gulf Coast Film Commission for several years to bring this industry to our municipalities.
"Proceed and Be Bold" and "Join The Hustle" are the rally cries of Ms. Zenor who works to build community through art, gathering, and food. The Gulf Coast is a place of opportunity and possibility and if we embrace different ways of thinking, get rid of outdated policies/ordinances, and encourage cooperation we can build our futures together.
"Lolly Barnes is the Executive Director of the Mississippi Heritage Trust, a statewide nonprofit organization working to save and renew places meaningful to Mississippians and their history." (misspreservation.com). Lolly recently launched MS MOD and is working tirelessly to preserve MS architecture and heritage. The Friday Morning Serial presentation sparked interest in how we can use historic tax credits for redevelopment within our communities. How can we use our heritage resources to leverage preservation. an example of this would be working with the film industry budgets as part of a restoration program. by allowing film in exchange for restoration.
As an avid bicyclist, and owner of Eco-Geno Bicycle on Pass Rd., Biloxi, Gene Peters has been working with GCCDS and Gulf Coast Heritage Partnership to make Biloxi a bicycle friendly city. His presentation focused on HWY 90 as a critical project for bicycle connection from "Bridge to Bridge", pedestrian, bicycle and automobile safety and circulation. Quick and relatively inexpensive treatments, such as Restriping and adding Sharrows, that could add bicycle lanes on Biloxi roads without large scale infrastructure changes.
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The Mississippi Gulf Coast is on one of the major flyways for migratory bird species moving between Central/South America and North American locations. The most recent bird checklist of Mississippi Coastal Counties shows at least 389 species of birds present on the coast during migrations. The discussion focused on the need to manage our landscapes to support these birds through native, bird friendly trees, shrubs, and plants.
Illian Yotov was inspired to develop and launch Mississippi Gives as a way to raise awareness of the work being done by Non-Profits and to create a way for these Non-profits to have access to a constant stream of revenue. Direct giving through MS Gives allows people to make donations and research non-profits through a searchable online matrix that streamlines the giving process. The first annual MS Gives Day was held December 12, 2014 and raised over 25,000 for Mississippi Non-Profits.
To Mr. Brunt sharing food with friends is fundamental to life and the loss of small farms and gardens in Mississippi is very troubling. The handcrafted and slow food movements in Mississippi highlight the passion of doing, creating and making beautiful foods that connect us the land and our heritage.
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In the summer of 2015 the Biloxi Shuckers are slated to play ball in the new stadium being constructed. As an architect working on this project Leah Johnson brought a professional and insider view of the perceived impacts this new stadium will have on the Biloxi Downtown.
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A project made possible by the Turan and Linda Duda Traveling Fellowship "Within Formal Cities" is a project by Abe Drechsler and Brian Gaudio to document housing and infrastructure projects in 5 cities in South America: Bogota, Lima, Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, and Sao Paulo.
The Gulf Coast Ecological systems are at the forefront of climate change and the effects of increased frequency and intensity of Tropical Storms and Hurricanes. After Hurricane Katrina Mark Foster began to research how plant communities were changed, and are changing, due to inundation during the storm event. The discussion focused on the importance of ecological rehabilitation and a more adaptive approach for coastal regions that are impacted by large scale storm events.
The final Friday Morning Serial of 2014 was a good opportunity to discuss the weekly event and get feedback from those in attendance. There have been numerous direct actions and partnerships formed during these first 6 months of Serial. As an active study in the importance and impact of community gathering and discussion on building the networks that build community. FMS has reached across the three coastal counties and beyond with topics and information sharing. This FMS round-up also helped to recognize necessary upgrades and changes to the process in order to be more inclusive and accessible through audio/video, a stronger online presence, and increased feedback loops from attendees.
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Homeless populations in Biloxi are often overlooked and under recognized members of our community. There are many different factors that keep people on the verge of being homeless, living as a working homeless person, or falling through the gaps in the system completely. During his presentation Dr. Bewsey discussed the federal, state, and local data related to homeless populations on the Gulf Coast.
In August 2014 the Gulf Regional Planning Commission began the process of writing the 2040 Mississippi Gulf Coast Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The 2040 Plan is wide reaching and addresses all forms of transportation issues along the MS Gulf Coast including; liveability and development, road safety, goods movement, accessible transportation, and bicycling/walking. GRPC wants to make sure that as many community voices as possible are heard and that these voices are included in the plan. There are three ways for the average citizen to get involved; Attend a scheduled open house, become a member of an advisory committee, and participate on mstransportationplan.mindmixer.com . GRPC knows the issues and is asking for communities and citizens to tell them how to prioritize these issues. . A key component to getting the 2040 plan right is community involvement through participation in plan development and also making your voice heard by going to local Council meetings. GRPC needs the support of local governments and community members to make the Gulf Coast an accessible, safe, and fun place to be.
Back Bay Mission in Biloxi MS is the safety net for the homeless and near homeless populations in our city and along the coast. Services such as the Permanent Supported Housing Program is designed to support people in the transition from the streets to a home, or providing an address and phone number for homeless people applying to jobs. The biggest service they provide is Opportunity. "Everyone deserves the opportunity to have a roof over their head." There are no overnight shelters in this area and the Back Bay Mission works to provide tents and place people in affordable housing. There is a misconception about shelters for the homeless. Chronically homeless population do not want to go to shelters. Overnight shelters are utilized by Situational homeless such as single mothers that have been evicted on a Friday afternoon, or the working homeless. Building overnight shelters is not going to attract the "wrong" type of people to our community, it's only going to support the people who need it who are already part of our community. "The homeless can and are any of us in this room" To find out how to get involved please contact Back Bay Mission to get the real story of homelessness so you or your organization can really help!!
The Department of Marine Resources MS Coastal Preserve Program began with a 600 acre donation in 1992. So far over 39,500 acres containing a variety of ecosystems are in conservation right now ranging from Pine Savannah to Wetlands. The CPP works to get these areas back to their most pristine and natural state to provide the highest ecological function for wildlife conservation and also public access. These are all public lands and they are open for your use. With certain exceptions, one being during bird nesting season dogs are allowed on leash. Go out and check out some of these preserves in your backyard; Indian Point Pascagoula River CP, Bell's Ferry Wolf River CP, and 12 Oaks Old Fort Bayou CP. Please contact Ali by email for directions and maps as DMR works to get these areas posted on their website.
The Coastal Streams and Habitat Initiative being developed by The Nature Conservancy, in conjunction with multiple partners, will focus on the small urban streams of our area. This project takes on conservation from three different perspectives; Improve Water Quality, Re-wild and Improve Urban Habitats, and Build a Constituency of Conservation. Through this program The Nature Conservancy will bring attention to our urban streams and engage the community to ensure these ecosystems are healthy and valued parts of our neighborhoods for years to come.
Community Foundations are a great way to manage philanthropic giving and to make sure your donations go to the organizations and causes that you have specified. The Gulf Coast Community Foundation can help guide donors through the process of giving and can help to support nonprofit groups with donations they are receiving.
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