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DE SB71
Bill
Status
Passed
7/15/2013
Primary Sponsor
Brian Bushweller
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AI Summary
- Eliminates the requirement for an election when all owners of property proposed for annexation petition for it.
- Requires annexation petitions without elections to be processed using zoning map amendment procedures established in Dover Code with public hearings and notice requirements.
- Retains the election requirement when annexation is not petitioned by all property owners, with elections held 30-60 days after council resolution adoption.
- Limits voting in annexation elections to property owners (one vote each), with separate elections permitted for multiple annexation areas on the same day.
- Polls for annexation elections shall remain open from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with annexation approved if a majority of votes cast favor inclusion.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend The Charter Of The City Of Dover Regarding Annexations
Last Action
Signed by Governor
7/15/2013
Committee Referrals
Administration6/5/2013
Community/County Affairs5/9/2013
Full Bill Text
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