Message from Mayor Vaughan: Bringing in the new year

As we welcome the New Year, I want to take a moment to reflect on our achievements and express my gratitude for the incredible community we have in Gautier. This past year has brought growth, collaboration, and progress, and I’m excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.

In 2025, we will continue working together to make Gautier an even better place to live, work, and thrive. Thank you for your support and dedication to our city. Let’s make this year our best yet—Happy New Year, Gautier!

Martin Bluff Road Widening Project Update

Progress continues on the Martin Bluff Road Widening Project! The first lift of pavement has been completed on the north side of the roadway, and drainage work on that side is substantially finished, pending curb, gutter, and sidewalk construction.

Sidewalk construction is expected to begin soon, with curb and gutter installation to follow. Once these elements are in place, along with additional paving, traffic will be switched to the newly completed north side of the road. This traffic switch is anticipated to take place in the next month.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to the commit to the completion of this project.

Legacy Park

The Gautier City Council has officially approved the proposed development order and plat amendment for Legacy Park, along with the final plat for its first phase. Legacy Park, located at 4416 Hwy 57, is set to become a vibrant mixed-use development that will bring restaurants, medical facilities, retail, hospitality, and residential options to the community.

The project will be constructed in phases and will include nine lots and 18 buildings, offering a total of 205,000 square feet of occupiable space. Legacy Park represents a significant step forward in expanding economic and residential opportunities in Gautier, promising to enhance the city’s growth and appeal.

The City of Gautier Announces Judicial Appointments

The Gautier City Council has appointed Judge NeShondria “Shon” Ellerby as Municipal Judge and Judge Kaleigh Nelson as Judge Pro Tempore. Judge Ellerby succeeds Amy Lassitter St. Pe, who served as Municipal Judge since 2021.

Judge Ellerby brings extensive legal experience, having served as Assistant District Attorney for the Nineteenth District and as Municipal Judge for Moss Point.“I am excited to serve the great City of Gautier and its citizens as the next Municipal Court Judge,” said Judge Ellerby. “I am grateful to Mayor Vaughan and the members of City Council for trusting me in this new role.”

Judge Nelson, reappointed as Judge Pro Tempore, expressed her gratitude, saying, “I am honored to continue in the role of Judge Pro Tempore for the City of Gautier. I appreciate Mayor Vaughan and the City Council for the re-appointment, and I look forward to continuing to serve the citizens of Gautier.”

Judge NeShondria "Shon" Ellerby

Judge Kaleigh Nelson