MAYOR JAKE WINDHAM

       Jake Windham has served as Mayor of Pearl, Mississippi, since July 1, 2017, and has been re-elected to subsequent terms in 2021 and 2025. A lifelong resident of Pearl and a graduate of Pearl High School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Mississippi in 2001 and completed his training at the Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy in 2002.

       Prior to his election as mayor, Mayor Windham dedicated 16 years to a career in law enforcement, serving with distinction in both the Pearl Police Department and the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office. His extensive experience in public safety continues to inform his leadership and reinforces his commitment to the citizens of Pearl.

       Mayor Windham’s leadership is guided by three enduring principles—faith, family, and community—which shape his vision and priorities for the City of Pearl. Throughout his tenure, he has emphasized the advancement of educational opportunities, the modernization of municipal infrastructure and services, the expansion of housing opportunities, and the cultivation of a pro-business environment to support sustained economic growth.

       In addition to his municipal responsibilities, Mayor Windham maintains an active role in regional and statewide governance. He serves on the Central Mississippi Planning and Development District Board of Directors and holds multiple leadership positions within the Mississippi Municipal League, including service on the Executive Board, Board of Directors, and Legislative Committee. He also serves as President of the West Rankin Utility Authority and the Rankin/Hinds Flood Control District.

       Mayor Windham further demonstrates his commitment to civic leadership through his involvement with the Central Mississippi Mayor’s Association and his service as a past president of the Pearl Kiwanis Club.