Texas Senate Bill SB2156

Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Caption

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

Impact

The bill significantly enhances the regulatory framework for water management within Brazoria County. By establishing this district, the local government gains a structured approach to improving water quality and infrastructure, which has implications for community health and environmental protection. The district will have the ability to issue bonds to finance projects, ensuring that necessary funding can be acquired to support these initiatives. This financial mechanism aims to promote sustainable development while addressing immediate infrastructural needs.

Summary

SB2156 aims to establish the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10. This district will be responsible for various water management and environmental control initiatives within its designated area. The creation of this district is intended to facilitate better management of local water resources and infrastructure, addressing significant public needs related to stormwater control and waste management. It entails the granting of specific legal powers to the district, including the authority to impose fees and taxes to fund these initiatives.

Contention

A notable point of contention within discussions surrounding SB2156 is the provision granting limited power of eminent domain to the district. This aspect has raised concerns among local residents and environmental advocates who fear that such powers may lead to the involuntary acquisition of private land for district projects. Furthermore, the methods by which taxes and assessments are imposed and the level of transparency in these financial activities may also be contentious, particularly concerning community engagement in decision-making.