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MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS
The
Mississippi Levee Board utilizes contracts with individuals
to assist in the maintenance of the grass on the levee system.
In most cases the Levee Board only owns an easement on its
right-of-way, which results in an individual still owning
the land under the levee. This reversionary land owner has
the first rights to a maintenance contract. If the reversionary
land owner does not want this contract, it is given to an
individual whom the Board feels is best qualified to provide
the required maintenance. in their best interests. Maintenance
contractors sign a contract obligating them to maintain the
grass on the levee through grazing or clipping. They are required
to place a bond with the Board to insure performance. They
are also required to provide proof of insurance and to maintain
all fences in the contract area.
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