Relating to the powers and the board of the Harris County Improvement District No. 12.
Impact
The bill expands the powers of the Harris County Improvement District No. 12 concerning its operational functionalities, such as providing public facilities and infrastructure to promote economic development. The amendments include provisions that allow the district to govern its rules more effectively, as well as promote safety, welfare, and visual aesthetics in the community through various public amenities. A significant change facilitated by HB4150 is the allowance for directors of the district to manage without the prerequisite of property ownership or other involved qualifications, potentially broadening the candidate pool for district leadership.
Summary
House Bill 4150 pertains to the powers and governance of the Harris County Improvement District No. 12. This legislative measure seeks to enhance the operational framework of this special district by amending various sections of the Special District Local Laws Code. The bill confirms the district's status as a governmental unit while ensuring that it retains its governmental and sovereign immunity against lawsuits. This foundational aspect underscores the district's capabilities while protecting it from judicial liabilities, thereby allowing it to focus on its mission without the threat of constant litigation.
Contention
While the bill aims to foster growth and enhance the administrative capabilities of the Harris County Improvement District, there may be points of contention regarding the dilution of local control over governance. Critics might argue that expanding the district’s powers without adequate oversight could lead to inefficiencies or poorly aligned priorities with local community needs. The specific provisions about conflicts of law signify a potential tension with existing legal frameworks and expectations from local government entities, raising concerns about accountability and representation in the district's governance.
Relating to the powers of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 110; providing authority to impose a fee and impose fines and penalties.
Relating to the powers of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 110; providing authority to impose a fee and impose fines and penalties.
Relating to the Harris County Flood Control District and the transfer to it of the assets, programs, and facilities of the Harris County Toll Road Authority; providing for the appointment of the governing body.
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 589; 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 Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 589; 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 Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 582; 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 Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 597; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.