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Feb 19, 2021: WLOX: Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich now unopposed in reelection bid
Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich will serve another term as the city’s mayor after his lone opponent was disqualified. Friday, the Democratic Executive Committee ruled Arneka Gardner-Keys did not live in the city limits, and therefore did not meet the qualifications to run for the office. |
Feb 19, 2021: Gilich is unopposed for reelection after Arneka Gardner-Keys was disqualified. |
Apr 8, 2016: Sun Herald: Biloxi says good-bye to two favorite sons in one week
Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich went to the Gulf Coast Military Academy with Patterson, and he remembers Taranto playing with the Coast band Rockin' Rebels.
Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich went to the Gulf Coast Military Academy with Patterson, and he remembers Taranto playing with the Coast band Rockin' Rebels.
Mar 15, 2016: WLOX: Biloxi City Council votes unanimously to settle 'debtor's prison' lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in Gulfport in October 2015. Defendants named in the suit included the city, Police Chief John Miller, City Judge James Steele and Judicial Correction Services, a for-profit company that handled fine collections for the city prior to Mayor FoFo Gilich taking office.
The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in Gulfport in October 2015. Defendants named in the suit included the city, Police Chief John Miller, City Judge James Steele and Judicial Correction Services, a for-profit company that handled fine collections for the city prior to Mayor FoFo Gilich taking office.
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Feb 2, 2016: WXXV: Biloxi Infrastructure Woes
Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich is proposing temporary pavement of seven roads in east Biloxi. 
Jan 29, 2016: Gulf Live: Pascagoula hoping to make good impression during Amtrak's tour of coast
Like Blevins, Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich his hoping to make a big impression on Amtrak officials. He noted that all of the options included in the Amtrak study result in passenger rail service for the Mississippi coast. Jan 28, 2016: WXXV: Biloxi Garbage Rates to Increase
Mayor Gilich and the City Council still have yet to come to an agreement on how they will re-align the garbage water and sewer fees. |
Jan 26, 2016: WXXV: Mayor Proposes Tree Advisory Committee
This afternoon, the City Council voted unanimously to create a tree committee advisory board. This came after some residents called for more citizens having a say in the removal of trees in the city. Mayor Gilich proposed changing the city’s tree ordinance to create the advisory committee. So far, the fate of the trees has been decided by the city arborist and the community development director.
This afternoon, the City Council voted unanimously to create a tree committee advisory board. This came after some residents called for more citizens having a say in the removal of trees in the city. Mayor Gilich proposed changing the city’s tree ordinance to create the advisory committee. So far, the fate of the trees has been decided by the city arborist and the community development director.
Jan 19, 2016: Biloxi.ms: Gilich proposes tree committee, more oversight
Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich is proposing changing the city’s tree ordinance to create a seven-member advisory committee and provide more oversight over the process.
Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich is proposing changing the city’s tree ordinance to create a seven-member advisory committee and provide more oversight over the process.
Jan 19, 2016: WXXV: Biloxi Water and Sewer Rate Increase on Hold
On Friday, the council asked for alternatives to Mayor Gilich’s proposed 11 percent increase for customers who use 8,000 gallons or more a month.
On Friday, the council asked for alternatives to Mayor Gilich’s proposed 11 percent increase for customers who use 8,000 gallons or more a month.
Jan 11, 2016: Sun Herald: Harrison County signs on to high-speed Internet project
"There is no downside to this," Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich told the supervisors Monday.
"There is no downside to this," Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich told the supervisors Monday.
Jan 2, 2016: Sun Herald: FORUM | South Mississippi cities deserve better than government broadband
Mississippi will receive $1.5 billion as part of its settlement from the British Petroleum oil spill. A new plan proposes to use a significant portion of that settlement to build a government-owned broadband "fiber ring" connecting several South Mississippi cities including Biloxi, Gulfport and D'Iberville. Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich said the total cost of the network, which officials hope will eventually encompass 12 cities and three counties, could top $100 million.
Mississippi will receive $1.5 billion as part of its settlement from the British Petroleum oil spill. A new plan proposes to use a significant portion of that settlement to build a government-owned broadband "fiber ring" connecting several South Mississippi cities including Biloxi, Gulfport and D'Iberville. Biloxi Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich said the total cost of the network, which officials hope will eventually encompass 12 cities and three counties, could top $100 million.
Jan 1, 2016: City of Biloxi: City eyes new water, sewer rates for high-end users
“No one likes to see any increases,” Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich said, “but we have an state-mandated obligation to make sure that our water and sewer system has the appropriate revenue for maintenance and operations, as well as capital improvements for growth in water production and water pressure.
“No one likes to see any increases,” Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich said, “but we have an state-mandated obligation to make sure that our water and sewer system has the appropriate revenue for maintenance and operations, as well as capital improvements for growth in water production and water pressure.
Nov 17, 2015: Biloxi.ms: Gilich presents ambitious vision to council
“You can’t get anything done without a plan and without a vision,” Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich says, and this morning the mayor presented a list of more than two-dozen big-ticket items for the Biloxi City Council to consider as the beginnings of a seven-year plan.
“You can’t get anything done without a plan and without a vision,” Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich says, and this morning the mayor presented a list of more than two-dozen big-ticket items for the Biloxi City Council to consider as the beginnings of a seven-year plan.
Oct 11, 2015: Washington Times: 2 Beach Boys, governor judge ‘Best Cruiser’ in Mississippi
Johnston, Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich were among judges for “Best Cruiser on the Beach.”
Johnston, Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich were among judges for “Best Cruiser on the Beach.”
Sept 2, 2015: Sun Herald: Biloxi plans to make its $4.1 million from BP grow
"What we're doing is creating an opportunity for the city to borrow from itself, to avoid interest payments, to be able to match any state or federal grants that become available," said Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich, "and we'd do it while growing the $4.1 million."
"What we're doing is creating an opportunity for the city to borrow from itself, to avoid interest payments, to be able to match any state or federal grants that become available," said Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich, "and we'd do it while growing the $4.1 million."
July 23, 2015: WXXV: Mayor Gilich Recognizes Group of Volunteers from Boston
After his event at the Hard Rock, Mayor Gilich made his way to the Biloxi Visitor’s Center to recognize a group of volunteers from Boston.
After his event at the Hard Rock, Mayor Gilich made his way to the Biloxi Visitor’s Center to recognize a group of volunteers from Boston.
July 21, 2015: WXXV: Barry Lyons Honored at Today's City Council Meeting
Tears formed in Biloxi Mayor Gilich’s eyes as he proclaimed today ‘Barry Lyons Day’ and embraced the man who’s been waiting for this moment for over two decades. “The words can’t describe it. The feeling I have inside is overwhelming,” said Barry Lyons.
Tears formed in Biloxi Mayor Gilich’s eyes as he proclaimed today ‘Barry Lyons Day’ and embraced the man who’s been waiting for this moment for over two decades. “The words can’t describe it. The feeling I have inside is overwhelming,” said Barry Lyons.
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June 25, 2015: WXXV: Mayor Gilich Talked Biloxi’s Future at Breakfast with the Mayor
Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich talked about what’s next for Biloxi at today’s “Breakfast with the Mayor” event. |
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June 11, 2015: WLOX: Biloxi mayor proposes new gate at Keesler Air Force Base
Thursday, Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich announced a new committee he's formed to help find funding for a new gate at Keesler Air Force Base on Division Street. June 10, 2015: Biloxi Ms: City officially dedicates downtown bike lanes
Downtown Biloxi officially picked up 200 new public parking spaces and two miles of bike lanes when Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich cut a ribbon this morning. |
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May 16, 2015: Sun Herald: PAUL HAMPTON: Endorsement could come back to haunt Palazzo
"FoFo Gilich ran a hard race and it was a well-deserved victory. As the U.S. congressman representing South Mississippi I look forward to working with Mr. Gilich to better the Gulf Coast and ensure the continued success of the City of Biloxi." 
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Mar 17, 2015: Sun Herald: Biloxi special election for mayor is April 28
Those who have already announced they are running are Councilwoman Dixie Newman, former Harrison County District Attorney Cono Caranna and Biloxi businessman Andrew "FoFo" Gilich, all of whom attended the meeting. Windy Swetman III announced his candidacy Tuesday night and Councilman Felix Gines will launch his campaign Saturday. Mar 12, 2015: Sun Herald: Caranna, Gilich to run for Biloxi mayor
Biloxi businessman Andrew "FoFo" Gilich and former Harrison County district attorney Cono Caranna Sr. announced they will run in the special election. |
Dec 8, 2013: World Now: Biloxi's Slavic Benevolent Association marks centennial
A short video traced the journey of the Slavs from Europe to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, illustrating the rich history with photos of fishing boats, seafood factories and celebrations of community milestones. Association President Andrew "Fo Fo" Gillich couldn't conceal his emotion as he talked about the shared roots in Croatia, a nation with a turbulent past steeped in tradition. Mario Skunca, Deputy Chief of Mission from the Embassy of Croatia told the crowd the circumstances of their shared families could have easily landed him in Biloxi, as his family too had roots in the seafood industry and sought a better future in other nations.
A short video traced the journey of the Slavs from Europe to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, illustrating the rich history with photos of fishing boats, seafood factories and celebrations of community milestones. Association President Andrew "Fo Fo" Gillich couldn't conceal his emotion as he talked about the shared roots in Croatia, a nation with a turbulent past steeped in tradition. Mario Skunca, Deputy Chief of Mission from the Embassy of Croatia told the crowd the circumstances of their shared families could have easily landed him in Biloxi, as his family too had roots in the seafood industry and sought a better future in other nations.
May 25, 2009: Gulf Coast News: Biloxi City Council to Consider Expanded Hispanic Assistance Center
The planning commission denied a conditional use and parking variance for the petitioners in a meeting May 7. The property holder, Gulf South Analytical Services, Inc. owned by Biloxi businessman Andrew "FoFo"Gillich, and the Village El Pueblo Outreach Services, requested the Conditional Use and the Parking Variance.
The planning commission denied a conditional use and parking variance for the petitioners in a meeting May 7. The property holder, Gulf South Analytical Services, Inc. owned by Biloxi businessman Andrew "FoFo"Gillich, and the Village El Pueblo Outreach Services, requested the Conditional Use and the Parking Variance.
May 18, 2008: Gulf South Free Press: Who Will Be Biloxi’s New Mayor?
Other possible candidates are just starting to consider a campaign for mayor, including Andrew “FoFo” Gillich Jr., who ran a close race with Holloway in 2001, and state Rep. Michael Janus, who said “if Mayor Holloway does not run I’ll consider tossing my hat into the ring. I’m not going to run against him.”
Other possible candidates are just starting to consider a campaign for mayor, including Andrew “FoFo” Gillich Jr., who ran a close race with Holloway in 2001, and state Rep. Michael Janus, who said “if Mayor Holloway does not run I’ll consider tossing my hat into the ring. I’m not going to run against him.”