Miss. Code Ann. § 21-37-1: Miss. Code Ann. § 21-37-1

The governing authorities of every municipality may construct, erect, purchase and equip a suitable, convenient, and creditable city, town or village hall, necessary schools, fire and police stations, and all necessary buildings for the offices and court of the municipality, for the meetings of the governing authorities, and for such other purposes, including public meetings of the citizens, as may be designated by ordinance.