Carolyn McAdams v. Sheriel F. Perkins

LAMAR, JUSTICE,

FOR THE COURT:

¶ 1. Carolyn McAdams, mayor of the City of Greenwood, appeals a decision of the Leflore County Circuit Court. The circuit court held that the Greenwood City Council’s decision to hire legal counsel to represent the city’s interest in an election contest exceeded its power and violated the Mississippi Constitution. Finding error in the trial judge’s interpretation of Mississippi Code Sections 25-1-47 and 21-17-5, we reverse and render.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

¶ 2. The City of Greenwood held a general election in which two candidates sought the office of mayor:…