LA HB139

Creates the Parkview Oaks Crime Prevention and Improvement District as a political subdivision in East Baton Rouge Parish to aid in crime prevention, enhance security patrols, improve lighting and signage, and provide for overall neighborhood betterment

Establishes a seven-member board of commissioners with four members appointed by the Parkview Oaks Civic Association, one each by the state House member, state Senator, and parish council member representing the area

Authorizes the district to impose a parcel fee up to $250 per year per parcel ($150 maximum in the first year), subject to voter approval, with the fee expiring after a maximum of 10 years but renewable through subsequent elections

Requires the fee to be collected alongside ad valorem taxes, with the tax collector permitted to retain up to 1% as a collection fee

Specifies that any law enforcement services funded through the district shall supplement, not replace, existing publicly funded law enforcement, and that district assets would transfer to the city/parish of Baton Rouge if the district dissolves