Mississippi Code
Business Improvement Districts Act
§ 21-43-103. Legislative findings of fact and declaration of intent

The Legislature finds that:
The business districts within many municipalities in the state are in a deteriorated condition;
This deteriorated condition affects the economic and general welfare of the people of the State of Mississippi;
Establishment of business improvement districts is an effective means for restoring and promoting business activity; and
It is the intent of the Legislature to provide for a process for establishing these districts.