Can I pay delinquent taxes for someone else?

Yes you can. However, there's a myth that paying someone else's taxes gives you rights on the property. Paying someone's property taxes does not give you any ownership, or provide you any claim on the property. You have simply paid the taxes for that owner. For more information, click the Land Redemption button on the left hand menu, or by clicking here.

Clerk of the Board

Duties and Responsibilities

In Mississippi, the Chancery Clerk also serves as the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, which is a major part of the job. These duties are defined largely by Mississippi state law and practical county operations.

Core Duties as Clerk of the Board

Attend and Record Board Meetings
- Attend all Board of Supervisors meetings
- Take and maintain official minutes (this is critical—minutes are the legal record of county actions)
- Ensure minutes are accurate, complete, and properly approved
Maintain Official Records
- Keep and preserve all board records, including: Minutes, Resolutions, Orders, Contracts
- Maintain records in compliance with Mississippi record retention laws
Prepare Agendas and Documentation
- Work with supervisors and county staff to: Compile meeting agendas, Organize supporting documents
- Distribute materials prior to meetings
Publish Notices & Legal Advertising
- Ensure legal notices are properly:
  - Advertised in the newspaper (e.g., meeting notices, bids, hearings)
  - Posted according to law
  - This includes bid notices, public hearings, and budget notices
Process Claims and Accounts Payable
- Receive and file claims against the county
- Present claims to the Board for approval
- After approval:
  - Prepare checks
  - Maintain records of disbursements
Maintain County Financial Records
- Keep a ledger of:
  - County revenues
  - Expenditures
  - Track budgets and ensure proper documentation of financial actions
Handle Bids and Contracts
- Receive and open bids (often publicly during meetings)
- Record bid results in minutes
- Maintain official contract records once awarded
Administer Oaths and Maintain Bonds
- Administer oaths of office to county officials
- Maintain surety bonds for elected officials and employees

Board Minutes & Claims

Minutes Clerk
Mailing Address Angela Thrash, Chancery Clerk Attn: Minutes Clerk PO Drawer CC Gulfport, MS 39502	Physical Address Angela Thrash, Chancery Clerk Attn: Minutes Clerk 1801 23rd Ave Gulfport, MS 39501
Henrietta Caranna - Minutes Clerk Phone: (228) 865-4195 Fax: (228) 214-1513 Email: minutesclerk@co.harrison.ms.us
Claudine Forbes - Minutes Clerk Phone: (228) 865-4195 Fax: (228) 214-1513 Email: cforbes@co.harrison.ms.us
Brenda Salloum - Minutes Clerk Phone: (228) 865-4195 Fax: (228) 214-1513 Email: bsalloum@co.harrison.ms.us