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FL H1321

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2017

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Dubose

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the Downtown Development Authority of Fort Lauderdale by adding residential property to the authority's boundaries, specifically including approximately 47.7 acres of additional land in the downtown area.

  • Changes voting eligibility from property owners to "duly qualified electors" residing within the corporate limits of the Downtown Development Authority, removing previous property-based voting qualifications.

  • Modifies budget and millage procedures by requiring the authority to comply with Truth in Millage rules and Florida Statutes section 200.065, with the authority (rather than the city commission) responsible for levying the ad valorem tax.

  • Requires a referendum for approval by a majority vote of qualified electors residing within the Downtown Development Authority boundaries, with the referendum to be held in conjunction with the next Broward County primary election.

  • Establishes detailed registration procedures for electors based on residential status within the Downtown Development Authority area, replacing previous freehold ownership registration requirements.

Legislative Description

Downtown Development Authority of the City of Fort Lauderdale, Broward County

Last Action

Died in Local, Federal and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee

5/5/2017

Committee Referrals

Local, Federal and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee3/10/2017

Full Bill Text

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