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FL H1323
Bill
Status
4/28/2015
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen Peters
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Tierra Verde Fire Control and Rescue District as an independent special district in Pinellas County, Florida, with boundaries defined by specific geographic coordinates and references to city limits.
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Creates a governing board of five resident electors elected by district voters, with officers including a president, secretary, and treasurer who exercise powers under Florida Statutes Chapter 191.
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Authorizes the district to establish emergency medical services, rescue response services, and acquire related equipment subject to Chapter 401, Florida Statutes.
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Grants the board authority to levy up to 2 mills of property tax annually, assess and collect taxes through Pinellas County Tax Collector, and adopt rules and regulations for fire prevention and rescue work.
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Requires the district to enter into automatic aid agreements with Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Authority within 1 year and provide cost recovery for first responder services to Fort DeSoto Park; takes effect only upon majority voter approval in a referendum.
Legislative Description
Tierra Verde Fire Control District, Pinellas County
Last Action
Died in Local Government Affairs Subcommittee
4/28/2015