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Standing Room Only at March 2 Board of Supervisors Meeting

Sue Honea

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The Simpson County Board of Supervisors meeting held on March 2, 2026, drew a standing-room-only crowd at the Simpson County Courthouse.

Attendance was likely higher than usual because earlier in the week, county resident Chris May announced he planned to address the Board regarding concerns about the fairness of Sheriff Paul Mullins. On Sunday, Sheriff Mullins posted information about the meeting on Facebook, encouraging citizens who support the Sheriff’s Department and law enforcement to attend.

In that Facebook post, Sheriff Mullins said the following:

For the past six years, I’ve had the honor of serving as your Sheriff. I don’t take that responsibility lightly, and neither do the men and women that serve beside me every day.
Over the last several months, my family and this department have been the target of repeated attacks from individuals who seem more interested in stirring up drama than actually helping this county. Let me be clear: noise and distractions will not stop us from doing our job.
Chris May has asked to be placed on the agenda at Monday’s Board of Supervisors meeting to call for me to be “held accountable.” I welcome accountability. I answer to the citizens of Simpson County — the people who elected me — not to someone trying to make a scene.
If you support the direction of this Sheriff’s Office and the work our deputies do every day to protect this county, I encourage you to attend the Board meeting Monday at 8:00 a.m. and respectfully make your voice heard.
Simpson County will not be steered by a few loud people with an agenda. It will continue to be led by the great citizens that make me proud to be your sheriff, and I will continue doing the job you elected me to do.

After the prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, Board President Wayne Womack called the meeting to order.

Chancery Clerk Tim Gray requested approval of the proof of publication for the report of revenue and expenditures for garbage and rubbish disposal for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The Board approved the request.

Chris May (blue shirt) Hanna May( blue and white top)

President Womack then recognized Chris May, who, in accordance with Board policy, was given five minutes to speak. His full remarks are available in the video below or on the MageeNews.com Facebook page.

May questioned what he described as unfair treatment by Sheriff Mullins, stating that the sheriff does not answer or return his phone calls. Later in the meeting, Sheriff Mullins responded that he does not communicate with May because May has filed a lawsuit against him and communication is restricted during ongoing litigation.

Near the conclusion of May’s remarks, a verbal disagreement occurred inside the courtroom between May and Melissa Mullins, the wife of Sheriff Mullins. May and his wife, Hanna, exited the courtroom. Shortly thereafter, a loud noise was heard in the overflow area, causing concern among those in attendance.

Several individuals followed the couple into the overflow area, where an altercation occurred. According to statements made at the scene, Mrs. May alleged that both she and her husband had sustained injuries during the incident. She requested that an ambulance be called to transport them to the hospital for evaluation. Law enforcement officers on site responded immediately to assist and restore order. Another verbal dispute occurred outside the courthouse between May and officers.

After the disturbance, the meeting was called back to order. Several citizens addressed the Board in support of Sheriff Mullins.

The Board then resumed regular business.

A presentation was held honoring Robert L. Lang upon his retirement after 15 years of service.

Road Manager Jeremy Bolton requested approval of the February Road Report, which was approved. The Board also approved a promotional pay increase for Victor Brown to non-CDL pay at $14.95 per hour.

A motion was approved to award the bid for painting and striping railroad crossings at Gum Springs, Emmit Brown, and Rom Berry (stop bar only), as requested by the Mississippi Department of Transportation through Mr. Josh Stubbs. The lowest bid of $4,590.00 was submitted by Park Right Striping, LLC.

Supervisors approved a motion to ratify and donate 10 damaged bridge flats (cracked and chipped) to Lamar County for use in a county project. The materials were determined to have no monetary value.

Two new school bus turnarounds located at 200 Downs Avenue and 169 Thurman Road were approved.

Sheriff Paul Mullins presented February 2026 invoices from Summit Food Service totaling $21,158.92, which were approved. The Board also approved the hiring of Brianna Williams as a part-time, non-certified jail employee at $12.90 per hour.

Tax Assessor-Collector Jamie Brewer requested approval of February solid waste credits, changes to the real and personal property rolls, and changes to the homestead rolls. All were approved.

County Administrator Charlie Welch presented the following report:

 

 

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