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MS SB3056
Bill
AI Summary
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Authorizes Jackson's governing authorities to establish special local improvement assessment districts and levy an annual special assessment of up to 6 mills on taxable real property within those districts.
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Requires either adoption of a resolution with 60% property owner approval or a ballot referendum process with 60% owner approval; boundaries cannot be modified or assessments increased without 70% owner approval and public hearing.
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Permits assessment proceeds to fund local improvements including parks, sidewalks, streets, security equipment, private patrol services, and related planning and administrative costs.
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Authorizes issuance of bonds payable solely from special assessment revenue without voter approval, outside municipal debt limitations, and establishes that bond proceeds and income are exempt from state taxation.
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Allows delegation of authority to urban renewal agencies or redevelopment authorities and permits homeowners associations to manage improvements; districts may be dissolved when planned activities are complete and all debts are satisfied.
Legislative Description
City of Jackson; authorize to create special local improvement taxing districts.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
3/29/2017