Texas Senate Bill SB2153

Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Caption

Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

Impact

The implications of SB2153 on state laws include the formalization of municipal utility districts as essential entities for managing local infrastructure projects. It grants the district the authority to issue bonds for funding, impose taxes and fees, and maintain essential services associated with local governance. The bill creates a clear structure for governance within the district, allowing for local decision-making while also requiring municipal consent for district activities.

Summary

SB2153 establishes the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251, which is created to serve public purposes such as constructing and maintaining necessary infrastructure within its territorial bounds. This bill empowers the district's board of directors to oversee the area and manage its functions under the regulatory framework provided by state law, emphasizing both environmental considerations and local community needs.

Contention

Noteworthy points of contention include the district's limited power of eminent domain, which may raise concerns among property owners and local communities regarding the potential for land acquisition without comprehensive oversight. Furthermore, the ability of the district to issue bonds and impose taxes could lead to debates on fiscal responsibility and taxpayer impacts, as community stakeholders evaluate how these financial mechanisms will affect their local economies and infrastructure development.