Relating to the addition of land in the territory of the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Impact
The addition of land to the Municipal Utility District could significantly impact local governance and utility service provision in San Marcos. By stipulating that consent from the municipality is necessary for any expansion, the bill seeks to maintain a balance between developmental progress and local authority. This could affect the development patterns in the area, ensuring that municipal priorities and concerns are taken into account when considering infrastructure and utility needs.
Summary
SB1075 aims to amend the Special District Local Laws Code to facilitate the addition of land to the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1. Specifically, the bill specifies that the temporary directors of this district are prohibited from holding an election to approve new territory until they have secured consent from the municipalities that govern the area. This requirement for municipal consent is critical, as it ensures local community involvement in decisions regarding district expansions and the governance of utility services.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding this bill is the degree of local control versus development needs. While supporters argue that the bill protects local interests by requiring municipal consent, opponents may see it as a potential hindrance to economic development and expansion of utility services in areas that might benefit from such additions. There can be concerns that the municipal consent requirement could slow down necessary utility expansions and response to growing populations in the area.
Voting_history
The voting history reflects strong support for SB1075, with 134 votes in favor and none against during its third reading in the House on May 17, 2013. This overwhelming approval suggests broad agreement among legislators regarding the importance of local governance in decisions about utility district expansions.
Relating to the Mustang Ridge Municipal Utility District, the Wildwood Municipal Utility District, the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District, and the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting limited powers of eminent domain.
Relating to the creation of the Deer Creek Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; 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 Theon Ranches Municipal Utility District No. 4; 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 Theon Ranches Municipal Utility District No. 3; 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 Knob Creek Municipal Utility District of Bell County; 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 Solana Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; 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 Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.