Texas House Bill HB3889

Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Caption

Relating to the dissolution of the Lipan Creek Flood Control District.

Impact

The implications of HB3889 are notable as it removes the operational framework of the Lipan Creek Flood Control District. This means that responsibilities related to flood control that were managed at the district level will cease to exist. As a result, the counties receiving the assets will need to reassess how to manage flood-related issues and financial responsibilities moving forward. Without a dedicated flood control district, the counties will have to ensure they have the appropriate resources and governance structures to handle any potential flooding in the region.

Summary

House Bill 3889 focuses on the dissolution of the Lipan Creek Flood Control District. The bill mandates that upon its enactment, the district will be formally disbanded, leading to the expiration of the terms of its directors. One significant aspect of this dissolution is that any remaining assets, including tax or assessment revenues, will be transferred to Concho and Tom Green Counties. The allocation of these assets will be distributed based on the proportion of territory each county holds within the Lipan Creek Flood Control District.

Contention

There may be contention regarding the management of the assets and the transition of responsibilities following the dissolution of the district. Stakeholders, including local residents and government officials, might express concerns about the effectiveness of flood control measures once the district is abolished. There could also be discussions surrounding the transparency and allocation of transferred assets to ensure local needs are adequately addressed after the district's termination.