Relating to the de-annexation of land in Bastrop County by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District.
Impact
The implications of this bill are significant for local governance and water resource management within the affected regions. If enacted, SB433 will streamline the process of de-annexation, thereby allowing for localized decision-making regarding land use and water resources without the oversight of the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. This could potentially influence future developmental or conservation projects in the area, as local governance will gain more control over the land in question.
Summary
SB433 pertains specifically to the de-annexation of certain territories within Bastrop County from the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. The bill mandates that the district's board must, within 30 days following the bill's effective date, pass a resolution to officially remove the specified territory from its jurisdiction. The outlined territory encompasses approximately 410 acres and is clearly defined by geographic boundaries that involve points at the intersections of Bastrop, Travis, and Caldwell counties.
Contention
The bill may raise points of contention regarding the protection of aquifer resources and the conservation efforts that are currently under the district's jurisdiction. Stakeholders may express concern that de-annexation could lead to less stringent regulations regarding land use, which in turn could affect the quality and sustainability of local water resources. Opponents of the bill might argue that such changes could weaken conservation efforts, while proponents could advocate for local control and flexibility in managing land resources.
Relating to the equalization of the rates of production fees charged on certain wells by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Mountain Springs Municipal Utility District of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.