The legislative power of the municipality shall be exercised by the municipal council, except as may be otherwise provided by general law.
Structure Mississippi Code
Chapter 8 - Mayor-Council Form of Government
§ 21-8-1. Adoption of mayor-council form authorized
§ 21-8-3. Initiation of proceedings for adoption
§ 21-8-9. Council to exercise legislative power
§ 21-8-15. Mayor to exercise executive power
§ 21-8-19. Acting mayor; filling of vacancy in office of mayor
§ 21-8-25. Chief administrative officer
§ 21-8-27. Control of mayor and his subordinates by council
§ 21-8-33. Existing laws unaffected by reorganization; application of civil service laws
§ 21-8-41. Applicability of general municipal law
§ 21-8-43. Inconsistent statutes repealed