§ 61-5-77. Construction
Sections 61-5-71 through 61-5-75 are remedial, are entitled to a liberal construction, and are supplemental and in addition to all other laws on the subject. In event, however, said sections are in conflict with any other law, they shall take precedence, in order to accomplish the purpose of development for which they are expressly written.
§ 61-5-71. Declaration of public policy; legislative intent
It shall be the public policy of this state to encourage the construction, equipping, maintenance and operation of adequate transportation facilities, including airports, if needed, for use of the state university and the state supported four year colleges now or hereafter located in the state, as necessary in the operation and training program of such […]
§ 61-5-73. Powers of counties
The boards of supervisors of the several counties of the state are authorized, in their discretion, to acquire by condemnation, donation, lease or purchase land to be used as an airport or landing place for airplanes. They may erect such buildings thereon as they may deem necessary for such purpose, and equip and maintain such […]
§ 61-5-75. Powers of municipalities
The governing authorities of any municipality are authorized, in their discretion, to exercise all the powers conferred on boards of supervisors with reference to acquiring land to be used as an airport or landing place for airplanes, and erect suitable buildings thereon, and equip and maintain such airport. They may acquire airports or landing places […]