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FL H1577
Bill
Status
Passed
7/2/2024
Primary Sponsor
Alex Andrade
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AI Summary
- Repeals the Midway Fire District's authority to levy ad valorem (property) taxes, effective October 1, 2024, removing related provisions from the district's charter under chapter 2003-364, Laws of Florida
- Establishes maximum non-ad valorem assessment rates: $300 for residential properties up to 1,600 sq ft (plus $0.1544/sq ft above that), $500 for commercial properties up to 950 sq ft (plus $0.1544/sq ft above that), $30.96 for vacant land, and $30.96 for unimproved acreage up to 3 acres (plus $10.32/acre above that)
- Allows the Board of Commissioners to adopt the initial non-ad valorem assessment by resolution before July 1, 2024, without a referendum, notwithstanding s. 191.009, Florida Statutes; future rate changes remain subject to general law requirements
- Retains the district's other powers including bond issuance, borrowing (capped at 50% of annual budgeted revenues for debt service), fire prevention ordinance authority, emergency medical and rescue services, and contractual agreements
- Renumbers charter sections to reflect the deletion of ad valorem tax provisions and takes effect upon becoming law, except the charter amendments which take effect October 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Midway Fire District, Santa Rosa County
Last Action
Chapter No. 2024-298
7/2/2024
Committee Referrals
State Affairs2/8/2024
Ways and Means Committee2/1/2024
Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee1/13/2024
Full Bill Text
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