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GA SB539

Bill

Status

Vetoed

6/8/2010

Primary Sponsor

Vincent Fort

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the Act creating the McPherson Implementing Local Redevelopment Authority (originally approved May 14, 2008) to modify membership provisions and ensure community representation
  • The authority consists of 11 to 15 members, with a majority from the City of Atlanta, appointed by the Governor from nominees submitted by local governing authorities; members serve four-year terms
  • Adds a new ex officio member appointed jointly by state legislators whose districts include Fort McPherson, who must be a resident living within one mile of Fort McPherson's boundaries and an active member of a local community organization
  • Includes nonvoting ex officio members from six state agencies and the University System of Georgia, and allows creation of advisory subcommittees on topics such as health care, education, housing, environment, and economic development
  • Members are prohibited from having any direct or indirect financial interest in contracts, work, sales, leases, or purchases involving the authority

Legislative Description

McPherson Implementing Local Redevelopment Authority; modify certain provisions; membership; community representation

Last Action

Veto V24

6/8/2010

Committee Referrals

Intragovernmental Coordination - Local4/1/2010
State and Local Governmental Operations3/26/2010

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