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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.2 - Scope

Current through June 25, 2024
In keeping with this purpose and intent, this ordinance is
				  designed to permit only such signs as will not, by their reason, size,
				  location, construction, or manner of display, endanger the public safety of
				  individuals, confuse, mislead, or obstruct the vision necessary for traffic
				  safety, or otherwise endanger public health, safety, and morals; and to permit
				  and regulate signs in such a manner as to support and complement land-use
				  objectives in such a fashion that high standards for the visual environment
				  within all areas of the port are developed and maintained.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.3 - Definitions and City of Gulfport Comprehensive Sign Ordinance, March 1987

Current through June 25, 2024
The Mississippi State Port Authority has adopted by reference
				  and incorporated herein provisions of the City of Gulfport Comprehensive Sign
				  Ordinance, March 1987, as amended from time to time, as follows:
A. Section II Definitions;
B. Section IV. Signs Permitted in General
				Business, Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial Districts;
C. Section V. Prohibited Signs;
D. Section VI. Construction Specifications;
				and
E. Section VII. Exempt Signs.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.4 - Conflict between Authorities

Current through June 25, 2024
In the event of a conflict between the City of Gulfport
				  Comprehensive Sign Ordinance and this procedure, the policies of the City of
				  Gulfport shall prevail. In all cases where the City of Gulfport must issue a
				  permit for a sign to be placed on property of the Mississippi State Port
				  Authority at Gulfport, the applicants shall submit application to the City of
				  Gulfport independently from the application submitted to the Port Authority. It
				  shall be the applicant's sole responsibility to determine if a City permit is
				  required.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.5 - Permits

Current through June 25, 2024
Except as otherwise provided in this procedure, it shall be
				  unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, move or convert any sign
				  on the Port of Gulfport or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a
				  sign permit for each such sign from the Port Authority as required by this
				  procedure. These directives shall not be construed to require any permit for a
				  change of copy on any sign, nor for the repainting, cleaning and other normal
				  maintenance or repair of a sign or sign structure for which a permit has
				  previously been issued, so long as the sign or sign structure is not modified
				  in any way. No new permit is required for signs which have permits and which
				  conform with requirements of this ordinance on the date of its adoption unless
				  and until the sign is altered or in any manner whatsoever, except as provided
				  herein above, or is relocated to another location at the
				  Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.6 - Application for Permit

Current through June 25, 2024
Application for a permit shall be made to the Port Authority
				  and shall be accompanied by such information as may be required to assure
				  compliance with all appropriate laws and regulations of the City of Gulfport
				  Sign Ordinance including, but not limited to:
A. Name and address of owner of the
				sign;
B. Name and address of owner
				or the person in possession of the premises where the sign is located or to be
				located;
C. Clear and legible
				drawings with descriptions and normal dimensions, showing location of the sign
				which is the subject of the permit and all other existing signs whose
				construction requires permits, when such signs are on the same
				premises;
D. If required by the
				City of Gulfport Sign Ordinance, an approved permit from the City of Gulfport
				issued in accordance with the City's sign ordinance; and
E. Application for permit shall be filed with
				the Deputy Director of Engineering, Mississippi State Port Authority at
				Gulfport, together with a permit fee of $50.00.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.7 - Issuance of Permit

Current through June 25, 2024
The Port Authority shall issue a permit when the permit
				  application is properly made and approved by the Board of Commissioners of the
				  Mississippi State Port Authority at a regularly scheduled meeting of that body.
				  When a permit is denied, suspended or revoked, written notice shall be given
				  stating the reason therefore.
A.
				Duration of Permit. All permits shall be for a one year period and shall be
				renewed not later than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date.
B. Renewal Fees. Unless a sign is to be
				modified, altered, or replaced, there shall be no renewal fee for the extension
				of the permit for an additional year. If modification, alteration, or
				replacement is requested then the applicant shall file a new application and
				pay a new permit fee.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.8 - Notification to MSPA

Current through June 25, 2024
The person locating, erecting, altering or relocating a sign
				  shall notify the Port Authority's engineer immediately upon completion of the
				  work for which permits are required. The Port's engineer shall inspect and have
				  the authority to order the repair, alteration or removal of
				  signs.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.9 - Inspection

Current through June 25, 2024
All free-standing signs shall be subject to a footing
				  inspection and all signs to a final electrical inspection by a Qualified
				  Inspector. Applicant shall reimburse the Port Authority for all costs
				  associated with footing and electrical inspection.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.10 - Maintenance

Current through June 25, 2024
Every sign on the Port, excluding building and window signs,
				  including but not limited to those signs, for which permits, or for which no
				  permits are required, shall be maintained in good structural condition at all
				  times at the sole cost and expense of the applicant.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.11 - Signs Declared Unlawful

Current through June 25, 2024
The Port Authority's Executive Director may declare any sign
				  unlawful if it endangers public safety for reason, including but not limited
				  to, improper placement or location, inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or
				  abandonment. Any such declaration shall state the reasons that the sign
				  constitutes a safety hazard to the general public. The Port Authority's
				  Executive Director may declare any such sign to be unlawful, and such
				  declaration shall state, in writing, the reason or reasons why such sign and
				  the keeping, owning, maintenance, construction, and display or operation
				  thereof, is unlawful under the terms of this procedure.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.12 - Signs Permitted

Current through June 25, 2024
Permitted signs shall be those signs permitted under Section
				  4.3 of the "City of Gulfport
				  Comprehensive Sign Ordinance" covering General-Business, Light-Industrial and
				  Heavy Industrial Districts. All provisions of this Section
				  4.3 shall apply.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.13 - Prohibited Signs

Current through June 25, 2024
Prohibited signs shall be those signs prohibited under
				  Section V of the "City of Gulfport Comprehensive Sign Ordinance. All provisions
				  of Section V shall apply.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.14 - Construction Specifications

Current through June 25, 2024
Construction Specifications shall be the same as those set
				  forth in Section VI of the "City of Gulfport Comprehensive Sign Ordinance". All
				  provisions of this Section VI shall apply.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.15 - Exempt Signs

Current through June 25, 2024
Exempt signs shall be the same as those set forth in Sections
				  7.1(a) thru (c) and
				  7.2 (a) thru (p) of the "City of Gulfport Comprehensive Sign
				  Ordinance."
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.16 - Removal and Disposition of Signs

Current through June 25, 2024
All signs shall be maintained in a safe, presentable and good
				  structural material condition at all times. Abandoned, dangerous, defective, or
				  unlawful signs may be removed or required to be removed upon giving 30-days'
				  notice to the owner. All removal and disposition of signs shall be at the sole
				  cost and expense of applicant and/or person responsible for the placement of
				  the sign.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 16 - Sign Approval & Placement › Rule 28-301-16.17 - Administration

Current through June 25, 2024
All administrative interpretations of this policy and
				  procedure shall be made by the Executive Director. The Executive Director shall
				  designate a representative to monitor, inspect and enforce the provisions of
				  this procedure. The duties and responsibilities of the Authority's
				  representative shall include, but not be limited to the following:
A. Examine all applications for permits for
				erection of signs, authorize the continued use of signs which conform with the
				requirements of this ordinance, record and file all applications for permits
				with any accompanying plans and documents, make an annual inspection of all
				signs on the Port and make such reports as the Port may require.
B. If any sign has been constructed or
				erected or is being maintained in violation of the provisions of the procedure,
				promptly notify the owner or lessor thereof in writing.
C. Keep the Executive Director advised of all
				applications, violations, and inspections. Source: Mississippi Code
				§§
									59-1-1,
				59-1-9
				and
				59-5-21
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.1 - Policy Statement

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction promulgates standard Port policy and
				  procedures concerning the use of alcoholic beverages and the use, transport,
				  and/or sale of controlled substances on Port property.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.2 - Scope

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction defines an alcoholic beverage as any
				  substance/liquid containing alcohol, malted or brewed, which, when consumed may
				  result in an altered sense of awareness.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.3 - Definition

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction defines "controlled substance" as any
				  substance which is under the control of "controlled substance(s)" legislation
				  and which, when consumed, may result in an altered sense of awareness, and
				  which is not directed for use by competent medical
				  authorities.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.4 - Application

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction applies to any person on, employed on, or
				  conducting commerce on State Port property.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.5 - Responsibility of Enforcement

Current through June 25, 2024
The Captain of Security, employees of the Port's security
				  department, MSPA officials, MSPA employees, and managers of commercial/firms
				  operating on Port property are responsible to ensure compliance with the
				  provisions of this instruction.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.6 - Authority

Current through June 25, 2024
Schedule of Charges, Rules, and Regulations for Port Terminal
				  Services, Items 102 and 220.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.7 - Possession Strictly Prohibited

Current through June 25, 2024
The possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages and
				  illegal drugs (controlled substances) on Port property and within Port
				  facilities is prohibited.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.8 - Persons Denied Entry

Current through June 25, 2024
Persons attempting entry onto the Port, obviously under the
				  influence of alcohol or in an obvious altered state of awareness will be
				  denied. Any resistance to this stipulation will result in an immediate call to
				  Gulfport Police Department for assistance.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.9 - Expulsion from Premises

Current through June 25, 2024
Persons found within the confines of the Port Industrial Area
				  (fenced areas of the East and West Piers) either consuming or under the
				  influence of alcohol or in an altered state of awareness will be expelled from
				  these areas.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.10 - Operating Machinery or Equipment Strictly Prohibited

Current through June 25, 2024
Person found operating vehicles or machinery while obviously
				  under the influence of alcohol or in an altered state of awareness will be
				  reported to:
A. foreman;
B. employer; or
C. Deputy Director of Operations immediately
				for corrective action/expulsion from the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.11 - Recordkeeping of Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
All violations will be recorded and forwarded to the Port
				  Dock Superintendent for possible continuing action, on an irregularity
				  report.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 17 - Use of Alcohol or Controlled Substance(s) › Rule 28-301-17.12 - Serious Infractions/Repeat Offenders

Current through June 25, 2024
Serious infractions involving damage to property/endangerment
				  of life, and repeat offenders will be reported by the Port Operations to the
				  Port's Executive Offices for possible suspension/barring from Port
				  facilities.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 18 - Port Security - Job Description(s) and Duties (Generalized) › Rule 28-301-18.1 - Purpose

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction is to establish general job descriptions and
				  requirements for the Security Department at the Mississippi State Port
				  Authority at Gulfport, MS.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 18 - Port Security - Job Description(s) and Duties (Generalized) › Rule 28-301-18.2 - Scope

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction defines generalized position descriptions,
				  job requirements, and the scope of responsibility for specific positions within
				  the Security Department, also referred to within this and other instructions as
				  Port Security, to promulgate an efficient, effective department in support of
				  Port security and operations.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 18 - Port Security - Job Description(s) and Duties (Generalized) › Rule 28-301-18.3 - Application

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction is applicable to contract agencies, both
				  present and future, providing contract security advisement and service to the
				  Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 18 - Port Security - Job Description(s) and Duties (Generalized) › Rule 28-301-18.4 - Responsibility

Current through June 25, 2024
Contracting security agencies are responsible to be familiar
				  and comply with the contents of this instruction. Personal equipment and
				  supplies, unless otherwise specified in this instruction or as covered in
				  contractual agreement, provided to Security Department employees, as well as
				  care and maintenance of said equipment/supplies rests solely with the
				  contracting Agency.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 18 - Port Security - Job Description(s) and Duties (Generalized) › Rule 28-301-18.5 - Authority

Current through June 25, 2024
Specific procedures and authority to discharge these
				  procedures are contained in this Operations and Procedures
				  Manual.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.1 - Purpose

Current through June 25, 2024
Only authorized persons engaged in port and related vessel
				  activities are permitted within the fenced areas of the Port Loitering,
				  fishing, is strictly prohibited. Trespassers are subject to immediate expulsion
				  from these areas and persons resisting expulsion are subject to arrest by local
				  law enforcement agencies.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.2 - Procedures - Generally

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction establishes standard procedures for the Port
				  Security Department in control and identification of visitors entering the
				  fenced area of the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.3 - Scope

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction defines areas of responsibility and outlines
				  procedures to be followed to ensure the control of visitors to the State Port
				  of Gulfport, Mississippi.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.4 - Application

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction is applicable to all commercial and MSPA
				  agencies operating or performing port oriented operations within the fenced
				  areas of the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.5 - Responsibilities

Current through June 25, 2024
The Captain of Security is responsible to ensure total
				  compliance with the provision of this instruction.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.6 - Pilferage Prevention

Current through June 25, 2024
Because of the inherent security problems and potential
				  pilferage of cargo associated with Port operations and maritime port
				  activities, the identification and control of visitors entering the fenced
				  areas of the Port is essential.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.7 - Port of Gulfport Access Limited

Current through June 25, 2024
The Port Contract Captain of Security and all members of the
				  Port Security Department staffing the Port of Gulfport entry/exit accesses will
				  limit access to those persons having a legitimate, official need to enter the
				  Port. All persons requesting entrance onto the Port of Gulfport shall be
				  required to possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential
				  (TWIC).
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.8 - Certain Vehicles Exempt

Current through June 25, 2024
Vehicles displaying the MSPA decal on their windshields are
				  acknowledged to having official business on the Premises but are still required
				  to possess a TWIC card and are subject to searched upon entry. Law enforcement
				  officials at the State and Local levels are not required to possess a TWIC card
				  to gain unescorted access to Restricted/Secure areas at the Port of
				  Gulfport.
First Responders at the State or Local levels are not
				  required to possess a TWIC in order to gain unescorted access to
				  Restricted/Secure areas during an emergency situation. They may, however,
				  voluntarily obtain a TWIC where their offices fall within or where they desire
				  frequent unescorted access to a restricted/secure area of a vessel, facility in
				  a non-emergency situation.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.9 - Limited Access of Visitors

Current through June 25, 2024
Casual visitors, i.e. sightseers, tourists, etc., are
				  strictly prohibited from unescorted entry into the Port's Restricted/Secure
				  area(s).
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.10 - Access of Media and Press

Current through June 25, 2024
Members of the news media must obtain permission from and be
				  cleared by MSPA officials prior to being granted access to the Port. If
				  properly granted access, media and press personnel must be escorted at all
				  times while on Port Property.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.11 - Visitors of Vessels

Current through June 25, 2024
All persons desiring entrance to the Port for the purpose of
				  visiting a vessel (except those identified under Rule 8 above) must produce
				  proof of authorization to board the vessel, produce proof of identity, TWIC
				  card and "sign-in" in the Visitors Control Log maintained at the West Gate.
				  Proof of authorization to board the vessel is a letter/pass signed by a member
				  of the ship's officer component or by the ship's agent/stevedore responsible
				  for the vessel's cargo movement. Said proof of authorization will be
				  surrendered to the gate guard and forwarded to Port Operations the next
				  business day.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 19 - Visitor Control › Rule 28-301-19.12 - Visitors to Longshoremen

Current through June 25, 2024
Visitors to longshoremen (non-emergency) will be required to
				  wait outside the fenced area. The security roving patrol will contact the dock
				  foreman and advise the longshoreman of the visitor.
Visitors to longshoremen to make deliveries, i.e. food,
				  clothing, etc.:
A. During business
				hours/cargo movement being accomplished the visitor will be required to wait
				outside the fenced area and the Security Supervisor will advise the dock
				foreman of the visitor's presence at the gate.
B. Unless exempted under Rule 8 above, no one
				will be allowed access to the Port for the purpose of serving legal writs,
				summons, etc. Persons desiring contact with an individual on the Port for-said
				purpose(s) are required to wait outside the fenced area. The Security
				Supervisor will notify persons subject to such action(s) they have a visitor,
				however, will not identify the visitor or the purpose.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.1 - Purpose

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction promulgates standard speed limits on the
				  State Port at Gulfport Mississippi.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.2 - Scope

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction establishes safe speed zones and limits on
				  the Port and provides authority to the Port Security Department to enforce
				  speed limits on the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.3 - Application

Current through June 25, 2024
This instruction is applicable to all agencies, commercial
				  and State Port Authority, as well as all persons visiting or conducting
				  business on the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.4 - Responsibility

Current through June 25, 2024
A. All
				MSPA officials and employees witnessing violations of the contents of this
				instruction are responsible to report said incidents to the Port Security
				Department.
B. The Captain of
				Security/Facility security Officer, working in concert with security department
				employees, is responsible to ensure compliance with the Provisions of this
				instruction.
C. The Dock
				Superintendent is responsible for the review of reports generated as the result
				of this instruction and to forward appropriate (repeat offender) reports to the
				Deputy Director of Operations/Facility Security Officer for possible further
				action.
D. The Port Executive
				Director is the final arbiter of this instruction and reviews reports (repeat
				offenders) for possible administrative action(s).
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.5 - Authority

Current through June 25, 2024
Schedule of Charges, Rules, and Regulations for Port Terminal
				  Services, Items 190, 198, 212, and 214.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.6 - Speed Limits Strictly Enforced

Current through June 25, 2024
Because the inherent safety factors of operating a Port
				  Industrial cargo movement facility, and to afford the best possible safe
				  working environment on the Port the speed at which vehicles travel on the Port
				  must be strictly controlled. Therefore, the State Port Authority has
				  established the following speed limits:
A. Routine traffic throughways: 20 MPH,
				unless otherwise posted.
B. Docks,
				warehouse aprons, and roadways between warehouses: 10 MPH.
C. Areas where persons are actively engaged
				in dockside cargo movement operations: 5 MPH.
D. Open storage area: 15 MPH
E. Whereas the aforementioned limits are
				considered maximum speed limits, all vehicle operators entering congested
				work/traffic areas are enjoined to reduce their speed to a lower, safer limit.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.7 - Duty to Report Speeding Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
MSPA officials/employees, as well as any Port user observing
				  a vehicle exceeding maximum allowable speed limit(s) on the Port are to report
				  their observations to the Port Security Department. This requirement applies
				  equally to any vehicle observed operating in such a manner so as to pose a
				  hazard to persons, cargo movement operations or facilities on the
				  Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.8 - Enforcement

Current through June 25, 2024
Vehicles entering the Port at excessive speed(s) will be
				  stopped by the Port Security Department Gate Guard and cautioned to observe
				  Port speed limits. Repeat offenders will be reported, by the gate guard, to the
				  Captain of Security/MSPA Facility Security Officer on duty.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.9 - Identifying Violators

Current through June 25, 2024
The Captain of Security/MSPA Facility Security Officer will
				  make a concentrated effort to positively identify offenders of this instruction
				  and:
A.
First time
				offenders.
Caution the driver and document the incident in the form of
				an irregularity report.
B.
Repeat offenders.
Inform the driver a "repeat offense" report is
				being documented and forwarded to the Deputy Director of Operations. If
				possible stern administrative actions. (NOTE: Reports in such instances will be
				prepared to include reference to previous incident report.)
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.10 - Review of Speeding Reports by Deputy Director of Operations

Current through June 25, 2024
The Port Operations will review all reports addressing
				  speeding hazardous vehicle operations on the Port with emphasis in reports
				  concerning repeat offenders. Repeat offender reports shall be forwarded to the
				  Deputy Director of Operations, with suitable recommendation for a formal
				  warning, suspension of driving privileges, permanent barring from driving on
				  the Port, etc.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.11 - Review of Speeding Reports by Commission

Current through June 25, 2024
The Deputy Director of Operations reviews all reports
				  concerning repeat/habitual offenders and determines justification to initiate
				  administrative action(s) against the offender. Should a formal warning be
				  justified, the offender will be notified, in writing over the Executive
				  Director's signature. Should temporary or permanent suspension of driving
				  privilege(s) be justified, the item will be included as an agenda item for the
				  next Port Commissioners meeting where final determination will be
				  made.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.12 - Notice of Suspension of Driving Privilege

Current through June 25, 2024
Persons being considered for temporary or permanent driving
				  suspension will be advised of the Port Commissioners' determination and
				  afforded five (5) working days to provide mitigating circumstances to justify
				  reconsideration. Failure to respond within five (5) days will result in the
				  enactment of the Port Commissioner's decision without further
				  advisement.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.13 - Violator's Vehicle Prohibited Access

Current through June 25, 2024
In all cases addressed in Rules 1 thru 12, this instruction,
				  suspension of driving privileges is restricted to the persons operating a
				  private vehicle on the Port and may include restriction(s) enacted against the
				  person's vehicle itself.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 20 - Traffic Control (Vehicles) › Rule 28-301-20.14 - Commercial Agency's Vehicle

Current through June 25, 2024
Cases involving the use of a commercial agency's vehicle, to
				  include cargo movement equipment, will be addressed to the concerned commercial
				  agency by the Deputy Director for final determination, using the general
				  procedures contained in this instruction.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.1 - Policy Statement

Current through June 25, 2024
Parking of personal vehicles in unauthorized areas is a
				  matter of daily concern, particularly in congested work areas and dockside.
				  Safety and security considerations are obvious. Incidents of lost time
				  resulting from vehicles blocking operations increase costs and require
				  immediate resolution.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.2 - Parking Area

Current through June 25, 2024
The Stevedore, having obtained prior approval from Port
				  Operations, will regulate parking during their particular
				  operations.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.3 - Personal Vehicle on Dockside Area Prohibited

Current through June 25, 2024
No personal vehicles will be allowed on dockside or in cargo
				  handling areas. The Stevedore will regulate vehicles during their
				  operations.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.4 - Parking on Dockside or Cargo Handling Areas Prohibited

Current through June 25, 2024
Dockside, as well as parking in cargo handling areas, is
				  prohibited. Vehicles found parked in these areas will be cited and may be
				  required to show just cause as to why they should not be restricted from
				  entering the Port.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.5 - MSPA Not Responsible for Damage to Vehicle Occurring in Prohibited Areas

Current through June 25, 2024
Vehicles must be kept clear of cargo operations at all times.
				  In no way does this imply Port liability for damage to vehicles, nor any
				  additional costs incurred by unauthorized vehicles impeding cargo
				  operations.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.6 - Additional Parking Prohibitions

Current through June 25, 2024
Under no circumstances will vehicles be parked in Fire Lanes
				  or so as to be an obstruction to cargo movement, or impede free passage of Port
				  Operations and Security Vehicles. Under no circumstances is a vehicle to be
				  parked, unattended, within 20 feet of the Port gantries, or on the tracks
				  servicing these apparatus. Vehicles found parked and impeding the safe, free
				  movement of these apparatus may be cited and removed at the owner's
				  expense.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 21 - Parking of Personal Vehicles › Rule 28-301-21.7 - Penalty for Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
All vehicles that are found parked in unauthorized areas as
				  well as vehicles blocking Port operations and Fire Lanes will be cited and may
				  be towed at the owner's expense.
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 28 - Ports and Airports › Part 301 - Operations and Procedures Manual of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport › Chapter 22 - Port Tours › Rule 28-301-22.1 - Scheduling

Current through June 25, 2024
Tours for the Port of Gulfport will be scheduled in the
				  following manner:
A. All requests for
				tours will be processed through the Business Development Office. Coordination
				for tours will be handled by the Administrative Assistant at
				228-865-4300.
B. Tours will be
				conducted by the Executive Director, or his designee, who will stay with the
				group during their visit inside the Port Restricted/Secure areas.
C. Contact: Operations Manager
				865-4317
Mississippi Code
				  §§
										59-1-1,
				  59-1-9
				  and
				  59-5-21