Gulfport was established in 1910 and has grown to include more than 12,000 residents. Gulfport City Hall is home to many city departments including the Gulfport Police Department, Mayor's Office, City Council Members Offices, Community Development, Public Works, Office of the City Clerk and Human Resources, and Office of the City Attorney. The City Council holds regular meetings on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7pm at City Hall.