Mississippi § 21-43-105 - Definitions.

§ 21-43-105. Definitions.

For the purposes of Sections 21-43-101 through 21-43-133 the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed herein unless the context shall otherwise require: “District” means a business improvement district established pursuant to Sections 21-43-101 through 21-43-133. “District management group” means an established and independent Mississippi non-profit corporation and may also include a local Chamber of Commerce, a downtown development corporation, a Main Street Project or a department of a local municipality as determined solely by a simple majority of the property owners included in the district. “District plan” means a set of goals and strategies as collectively determined by a majority of the property owners included in the district and as incorporated within Sections 21-43-101 through 21-43-133. “Improvements” means any capital project constructed within the public areas, with the approval of the municipality, for any business improvement district or services established under Sections 21-43-101 through 21-43-133 to improve the appearance or economic functioning of property located within the district including, but not limited to: Parks and related facilities; Sidewalks, street curbing, street medians, planting areas, underground utilities, lighting standards or fountains; Trees, shrubs, flowers or other vegetation; Security services which may include assistance to public law enforcement through employment of private security personnel and the purchase of equipment or technology; Economic development services and assistance including, but not limited to, promotion of business, retail or industrial development developer recruitment, business recruitment, business marketing and business retention; Parking management; Street and sidewalk cleaning; Recreational and/or cultural activities; Training programs for employees of businesses within the district; Any other services, events or activities which will enhance the economic prosperity, enjoyment, appearance, image and safety of the district; Refuse collection and disposal services; The production and marketing of special events and festivals; Management of public facilities; Fire prevention services; Water and sewer system enhancement; Drainage enhancements; Signage installation and removal; Planning studies; Marketing studies; Tourism development services; and Collective community child care centers. “Property owner” means that person or persons, entity or entities possessing a majority of the ownership interest in a piece of taxable real property. “Tax exempt properties” means properties which are exempt from certain real property taxes pursuant to Section 27-31-1.