MS SB2607

Establishes expedited process for municipalities with population over 25,000 to clean small properties (1 acre or less) costing $250 or less without formal hearing, requiring only employee determination and 7-day notice to property owner.

Reduces maximum time for interim or hold-over municipal officers and employees to serve from 180 days to 90 days, with any actions taken after 90 days becoming invalid.

Authorizes municipal officers and employees to remain in position until appointment and qualification of successors, subject to the 90-day limitation in Section 21-15-41.

Allows registered voters to file objections regarding violations of interim/hold-over service limits in chancery court, with court authorized to award attorney's fees and costs to prevailing party.

Takes effect July 1, 2018, with 90-day hold-over limitation period for existing appointees commencing July 1, 2018.