MS SB2619

Extends the repeal date of sections 49-17-707 through 49-17-713 from July 1, 2016 (no new date specified in the text as presented)

Maintains the Mississippi Gulf Coast Region Utility Board as a public body corporate and political subdivision to collaborate on water, wastewater, and stormwater issues in the Gulf Coast Region

Board composition includes the president of each county authority plus three at-large directors appointed by the Governor, with at-large directors serving six-year terms after initial staggered terms of two, four, and six years

Board powers include making recommendations to county authorities, resolving multicounty disputes, hiring staff, contracting for services, accepting grants and donations, and creating and maintaining reservoirs

Directors receive per diem and actual and necessary expenses but no salary, and must post bonds of at least $50,000