The amended act affirms the Port District's regulatory powers as superior to local governments, meaning it can vacate local ordinances, issue permits, and create regulations regarding property use as needed for its objectives. Particularly, this centralization of authority aims to streamline processes relevant to commerce and economic activities, potentially leading to increased efficiency in operations related to the Port District.
Summary
SB3654 amends the Shawneetown Regional Port District Act by granting the Port District increased regulatory authority over public and municipal properties within a specified vicinity of navigable waterways. Specifically, it allows the Port District to oversee properties located within 7,000 feet of navigable waterways in Shawnee Township, Bowlesville Township, and the Village of Old Shawneetown. The bill seeks to promote commerce and economic development by enhancing the Port District's role in regulating land use and construction in this area.
Contention
Notably, the bill may face opposition due to its implications on local governance. By preempting local authorities, the measure could be seen as encroaching upon local government powers, which may ignite debates concerning the balance of authority between state and local jurisdictions. Stakeholders who prioritize local control may voice concerns regarding the ability of the district to impact community regulations and priorities without broader community input.
Relating to providing property tax relief through the public school finance system, exemptions, limitations on appraisals and taxes, and property tax administration.
Relating to providing school district property tax relief through rent-relief and through adjusting entitlements, compression, and exemptions under the public school finance system.
Relating to providing property tax relief through the public school finance system, exemptions, limitations on appraisals and taxes, and property tax administration; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
Relating to providing property tax relief through the public school finance system, exemptions, limitations on appraisals and taxes, and property tax administration; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
Relating to a reduction in the maximum compressed tax rate of a school district and additional state aid for certain school districts impacted by compression, an increase in the amount of certain exemptions from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads, an adjustment in the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in the exemption amounts, and the protection of school districts against the resulting loss in local revenue.