MS SB2907

Authorizes Hancock County Board of Supervisors to consolidate two or all of its rural utility districts for administrative purposes after conducting a public hearing.

Consolidating districts dissolve their respective boards of commissioners and transfer all records, debts, liabilities, obligations, and contracts to the new consolidated board of commissioners.

Consolidated district board of commissioners must have at least five members with equal representation from each supervisor district, appointed by the board of supervisors.

Commissioners must meet eligibility requirements under Section 19-5-171 and general powers and duties of commissioners apply under Sections 19-5-151 through 19-5-207 to the entire consolidated district area.

Effective July 1, 2018.