MS SC590

Recognizes the Town of Belmont, Mississippi, as one of Bloomberg Business Week's "Best Places in America to Raise Kids" and the Mississippi runner-up in the ranking.

Notes that Belmont was evaluated among 5,418 locations nationwide with populations between the state median and 50,000 residents, with rankings based primarily on school performance, crime statistics, and cost of living.

Acknowledges Belmont's population of less than 2,000 residents and identifies Tiffin Motor Homes as its largest employer following decline in manufacturing employment.

Highlights that Belmont's selection reflects its good public schools, low crime, safe community environment, and affordability for middle-income families.

Directs that the resolution be forwarded to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of Belmont and the Board of Supervisors of Tishomingo County.