Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Claiborne County ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.ccmsgov.us/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.ccmsgov.us/news/) - [Honoring our Retirees](https://www.ccmsgov.us/honoring-our-retirees/) - In honor and appreciation of your years of service and dedication to the Claiborne County Board of Supervisors, Best wishes in all your future endeavors! Fayette Rogers 16+ Years Claiborne County Road Department Mary Young 25 Years Claiborne County Parks and Recreation Carolyn Coleman 24+ Years Claiborne County Sheriff Department As this chapter of your ## Pages - [Welcome to Claiborne County](https://www.ccmsgov.us/) - Bordered by the Mississippi River on the west and the Big Black River on the north, Claiborne County is a place of rich natural beauty, fertile agricultural resources, and thriving industry. The county is named after William Claiborne, the second governor of the Mississippi Territory. Claiborne County is home to Alcorn University, Grand Gulf Nuclear - [Local Jobs Available](https://www.ccmsgov.us/local-jobs-available/) - Click here for a list of jobs in and around Claiborne County. - [Fire Services](https://www.ccmsgov.us/fire-services/) - The Claiborne County Fire Services is a proud team of dedicated professionals and volunteers. Our mission is to deliver emergency services to the County of Claiborne and protect its well-being through preparedness, prevention, and education. Fire Chief Kelvin Shaifer Email: kelvinshaifer@claibornecountyms.gov Physical Address Claiborne County Fire Department 412 Market St Port Gibson, MS 39150 Mailing - [Community Links](https://www.ccmsgov.us/community-links/) - 2025 Summer Youth Work Program Click here to download form The 2025 Summer Youth Work Program is scheduled to start June 16, 2026. Graduates of the Claiborne County High School Class of 2025 will be given first preference followed by incoming Seniors, Class of 2026. It is imperative that each applicant complete the full application - [Solid Waste Department](https://www.ccmsgov.us/solid-waste-department/) - The Claiborne County Solid Waste Department oversees residential and commercial trash collection and disposal for areas outside of municipalities. Contact Information: 410 Market St Port Gibson, MS 39150 Phone: 601-437-1171 Extended weekend schedule for the month of June. Friday, June 6, 2025- 8am until 12 noon Saturday, June 7, 2025- 8am until 12 noon Friday, - [Purchasing Department](https://www.ccmsgov.us/purchasing-department/) - The Claiborne County Purchasing office has sole responsibility for purchasing all equipment, heavy equipment, machinery, supplies, commodities, materials, and services used by any office or department of the County except for those offices or departments whose expenditures are not required by law to be approved by the Board of Supervisors. Contact Information Coming soon Requests - [Coroner](https://www.ccmsgov.us/coroner/) - The County Coroner is responsible for investigating deaths to determine cause and manner. Findings are then reported to the State Health Department, and the State Medical Examiner in Jackson, MS. Future planned additions to this section will be a missing person description database. Information on unknown deceased persons will be released here in hopes of - [Circuit Clerk](https://www.ccmsgov.us/circuit-clerk/) - Welcome to the Claiborne County Circuit Clerk web page! Here you will find information about our office and descriptions of our duties, plus our office address, telephone numbers, and email address. Please feel free to contact us if we can be of service to you. Duties and Responsibilities The Circuit Clerk serves as Clerk of - [Forms](https://www.ccmsgov.us/forms/) - Click any link below to download additional information in PDF format. Application for Replacement Title Birth Certificate Request Form Cell Phone Tower Application Disabled Parking Application Employment Application Homestead Exemption Worksheet Job Application Motor Boat Registration Application Passport Application Permit Application Voter Registration Form - [Local Attractions](https://www.ccmsgov.us/local-attractions/) - Claiborne County is filled with attractions and activities that can keep you and your family entertained. There's plenty for everyone to enjoy! We've put together some helpful links for planning your visit. Things to See & Do Museums National Park National Register of Historic Places National Wildlife Refuge State Fishing Lakes State Parks State Park - [Emergency Management](https://www.ccmsgov.us/emergency-management/) - Director: Marvin Ratliff, Sr. Contact: 601-437-4684 Staff: (Left to right) Matthew Chase - Operations Officer Cheemeeka Harris - Public Information Officer Mauriuna Jackson - Communications Officer The mission of the Claiborne County Emergency Management Agency is to ensure continuity of essential county functions under all circumstances. This mission is viable to mitigate, prepare, respond and - [Business Startup & Assistance](https://www.ccmsgov.us/business-startup-assistance-2/) - If you are interested in starting or relocating a business in Claiborne County, download the Entrepreneur’s Tool Kit (PDF) for 100+ pages of resourceful guidance. Here is more information you will find helpful: Economic Development District Chamber of Commerce Business Information and Resources MDA Business Services Mississippi Business Finance Corporation MSBDC Small Business Assistance SBA - [911 Coordinator](https://www.ccmsgov.us/911-coordinator/) - Sabrina Bailey 911 Coordinator “…and nothing shall be impossible” P.O. Box 647 Port Gibson, MS 39150 Phone: 601-437-1151 Fax: 601-437-5535 sabrinabailey@ccmsgov.us Sabrina Bailey is honored to be serving as the 911 coordinator for Claiborne County. She strives to advance and maintain the emergency communication services throughout this county. Office Mission Statement The office of the E911 - [Application for Employment](https://www.ccmsgov.us/application-for-employment/) - Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Tax Assessor/Collector](https://www.ccmsgov.us/tax-assessor/) - Diane T. Davaul, MAE, MCR, RA, GA Tax Assessor/Collector "A Commitment To Service" P.O. Box 469 Port Gibson, MS 39150 601-437-5591 dianedavaul@ccmsgov.us Diane Theresa Davaul is much honored to be serving as Tax Assessor/Collector for Claiborne County, embracing a focus of accountability for the scriptures attest that when much is given- much is required. - [Departments](https://www.ccmsgov.us/departments/) - Click any link below for a page with more information: Claiborne County Economic Development District Emergency Management Finance Department Fire Services Purchasing Road Department Solid Waste - [New Resident Info](https://www.ccmsgov.us/new-resident-info-2/) - Welcome to Claiborne County! The following information is provided to help new residents during their transition. Find contact information for a wide array of activities, from obtaining a driver’s license to setting up utility accounts. Mississippi Driver’s License New Car Tag Voter Registration Homestead Exemption Weather Warning Signup Newspaper - Port Gibson Reveille Utilities Electricity - [Chancery Clerk](https://www.ccmsgov.us/chancery-clerk/) - Welcome to the Claiborne County Chancery Clerk web page! Here you will find information about our office and descriptions of our duties, the office address, telephone number, and email address. Please feel free to contact us if we can be of service to you. Duties and Responsibilities The Chancery Clerk occupies perhaps the most unique - [Claiborne County Class 1 Disposal Site (Rubbish Pit)](https://www.ccmsgov.us/departments/claiborne-county-class-1-disposal-site-rubbish-pit/) - Let’s Stop Illegal Dumping!! Claiborne County has a free Rubbish Disposal Site. Please take the time to utilize the free service to dispose of your construction and demolition debris, tree limbs, old furniture, etc. Please find attached the list of acceptable waste and prohibited waste for the Claiborne County Landfill. The landfill is open Monday - [Road Department](https://www.ccmsgov.us/road-department/) - The Claiborne County Road Department is responsible for the maintenance, up-keep and improvements to all county roads and bridges. Responsibilities include: Drainage (culverts, ditching, curb & guttering) Bridges Road Surface (paving & potholes) Mowing (rights-of-ways) Signage Trees (on rights-of-ways) Guardrail maintenance Contact Information: Mississippi 18 Port Gibson, Mississippi, 39150 Phone:601-437-4968 Fax: 601-437-3828 - [Demographics](https://www.ccmsgov.us/business-startup-assistance/) - The following sites provide a wealth of information about Claiborne County’s population, housing, education, economy, transportation, and businesses: Census Data Income and Careers Housing Economic Profile (PDF) Ports in Mississippi (PDF) Strategic Location - [Finance Department](https://www.ccmsgov.us/finance-department/) - This department manages and controls all financial functions of all county departments and the Clerk Courts in accordance with generally accepted principles of government accounting and various Mississippi statutes and Administrative Codes. The Finance Department is comprised of three main areas: General Accounting Accounts Payable Payroll Duties of the Finance Department include: controlling expenditures and - [Board of Supervisors](https://www.ccmsgov.us/board-of-supervisors/) - The Board of Supervisors is the county's governing body, establishing goals and objectives to direct the county's growth and development, and carries out other responsibilities as set forth by Mississippi statutes. Supervisors are elected from each of the five districts in the county to serve a four-year term. The Board oversees county operations and enacts - [Courts](https://www.ccmsgov.us/courts/) - Chancery District Court 401 Market Street Port Gibson, MS 39150 Phone: 601-437-4992 Fax 601-437-3137 Cases heard in the Chancery Court include domestic/family matters, divorce, child custody, property division, adoptions, alimony, estates of descendants, land issues (titles, contracts), emancipation (declaring a minor to be 21 for work purposes), property title confirmation, property disputes (over $50,000), insurance - [Constables](https://www.ccmsgov.us/constables/) - Constables are elected from their respective districts and have county-wide jurisdiction. They have the authority to serve civil process and make arrests throughout Claiborne County. East District David Flowers, Jr. P.O. Box 497 Port Gibson, MS 39150 Phone: 601-437-4478 Fax: 601-437-3833 West District Roosevelt Dotson, Sr. P.O. Box 497 Port Gibson, MS 39150 Phone: 601-437-4478 - [Election Commission](https://www.ccmsgov.us/election-commission/) - The members of the Election Commission are responsible for conducting all general and special elections in Claiborne County. When contracted, the Election Commission assists the Republican and Democratic parties with the primary elections. The Election Commission is responsible for ensuring that all elections are conducted fairly, honestly, and legally in all areas of the laws - [Take A Tour](https://www.ccmsgov.us/take-a-tour/) - Around the County 10 images Historical Markers 32 images - [Airport](https://www.ccmsgov.us/airport/) - Claiborne County can be reached by several area airports. Click any link below for more information about each airport: Vicksburg Municipal Airport Hardy-Anders Field Natchez-Adams County Airport - [Sheriff](https://www.ccmsgov.us/sheriff/) - Welcome to the Claiborne County Sheriff web page. Here you will find information about our office and descriptions of our duties, plus our office address and telephone numbers. Please feel free to contact us if we can be of service to you. Duties and Responsibilities The Sheriff is elected at-large and serves a four-year term. - [How Do I?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/how-do-i/) - a Do I have to refile for homestead every year? No, not unless there is a deed change or a change in marital status. Contact the Tax Assessor’s office. a Do I need a license or a permit to open a business? Yes. If the business is located inside the city limits, a license will - [New Resident Info](https://www.ccmsgov.us/new-resident-info/) - [Privacy Policy Page](https://www.ccmsgov.us/privacy-policy/) - www.ccmsgov.us is committed to protecting the rights of all visitors to www.ccmsgov.us. We are committed to keeping your personal information secure and have created this privacy statement to share our information gathering and dissemination practices for this website. Information Collection and Use We will protect your information, and will not release your name, email address ## FAQs - [Do I need a license or a permit to open a business?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/do-i-need-a-license-or-a-permit-to-open-a-business/) - Yes. If the business is located inside the city limits, a license will be issued by the city. If the business is outside of the city limits and inside the county, the County Tax Collector will issue your license. - [When I sell my car, do I keep the tag?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/when-i-sell-my-car-do-i-keep-the-tag/) - Yes. You may also be eligible for a credit against future taxes. If the tag has not expired, take the tag and your original receipt to the Tax Collector for a credit voucher. - [Where do I get a car tag/license plate?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-do-i-get-a-car-tag-license-plate/) - Car and truck tags are issued by the Tax Collector. You have 7 working days from the date of purchase to register your vehicle. New residents moving from another state have 30 days to obtain a new plate. It is helpful to bring your automobile registration and/or title. New residents from another county in Mississippi - [How do I renew my car tag?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-renew-my-car-tag/) - Car tags can be renewed by visiting the Tax Collector's office. - [How do I file for homestead exemption?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-file-for-homestead-exemption/) - Visit the Tax Assessor's office between January 2 and April 1. - [How do I register to vote?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-register-to-vote/) - The minimum voting age is 18, however, you may register to vote in a primary election if you will turn 18 before the general election. You must register at least 30 days prior to any election to be entitled to vote in that election. In order to register, visit the Circuit Clerk's office. It is - [How do I vote absentee?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-vote-absentee/) - You can request a ballot up to 45 days in advance through the mail, or you can visit the Circuit Clerk's office. - [How do I obtain a marriage license?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-obtain-a-marriage-license/) - The Circuit Clerk's office issues marriage licenses. You must bring a blood test receipt dated within the last 30 days, a picture id, and if you are under 21, you must obtain your parent's signature on the registration form. - [How do I obtain a passport?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-obtain-a-passport/) - Visit travel.state.gov for detailed information regarding applying for a passport and international travel. Where you apply for a passport depends on when you need your U.S. passport. Go to the Where to Apply page at travel.state.gov to determine where to apply based on when the passport is needed. - [How do I obtain a 911 address?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-obtain-a-911-address/) - 911 addresses are assigned through the Chancery Clerk's office. It is helpful to know your street's name and your nearest neighbors. - [Where do I file a land deed?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-do-i-file-a-land-deed/) - Land deeds are filed in the Chancery Clerk's office. - [Who is my Supervisor?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/who-is-my-supervisor/) - Contact the Board of Supervisors' office for assistance in determining the district you live in and its Supervisor. - [Where do I vote?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-do-i-vote/) - Call the Circuit Clerk's office at 601-437-5841. - [Where do I obtain public records relating to Criminal History, Civil Litigation and Tax Liens?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-do-i-obtain-public-records-relating-to-criminal-history-civil-litigation-and-tax-liens/) - Contact the Circuit Clerk's office. - [Where do I obtain public records pertaining to divorce, estates, land and delinquent taxes, Board of Supervisor minutes and orders?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-do-i-obtain-public-records-pertaining-to-divorce-estates-land-and-delinquent-taxes-board-of-supervisor-minutes-and-orders/) - Contact the Chancery Clerk's office. - [Where is the courthouse located?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/where-is-the-courthouse-located/) - The courthouse is located at: 410 Market Street Port Gibson, MS 39150 Click here for map & directions. - [How do I apply for the special or over 65 homestead exemption and who qualifies?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-apply-for-the-special-or-over-65-homestead-exemption-and-who-qualifies/) - The special or over 65 exemption is for homeowners who became disabled or turned 65 years old during the prior year. It exempts the first $75,000 of true value from taxation. Contact the Tax Assessor's office for more detailed information. - [What is the deadline for applying for homestead exemption?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/what-is-the-deadline-for-applying-for-homestead-exemption/) - April 1st of the year AFTER you move into your home. - [Do I have to refile for homestead every year?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/do-i-have-to-refile-for-homestead-every-year/) - No, not unless there is a deed change or a change in marital status. Contact the Tax Assessor's office. - [What do I do if I move from my homestead property?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/what-do-i-do-if-i-move-from-my-homestead-property/) - You need to come to the Tax Assessor's office and sign a "Request to Delete Homestead" form. - [How do I pay my land taxes?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-pay-my-land-taxes/) - Contact the Tax Assessor's office. - [How do I pay my delinquent taxes?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-pay-my-delinquent-taxes/) - Contact the Chancery Clerk's office. - [I have a question about jury duty, who do I contact?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/i-have-a-question-about-jury-duty-who-do-i-contact/) - Contact the Circuit Clerk's office. - [How do I qualify as a candidate in an upcoming election?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-qualify-as-a-candidate-in-an-upcoming-election/) - Contact the Circuit Clerk's office. - [How do I find out where to vote in an election?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq/how-do-i-find-out-where-to-vote-in-an-election/) - Contact the Circuit Clerk's office. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.ccmsgov.us/category/uncategorized/) ## FAQ Categories - [How Do I?](https://www.ccmsgov.us/ufaq-category/how-do-i/)