Louis stated this proposal places new requirements and procedures on municipalities. There would be an increase in overtime cost to comply with the 10 day permit approval deadline. Officials stated that these costs are estimates and the actual fiscal impact is unknown. Officials of the City of Springfield assume this proposal would have fiscal impact to City funds. Officials stated the loss of revenues would be several million dollars annually.
Officials assume the actual loss of revenues, in kind services, and other requirements is unknown.
Officials of the City of Hannibal assume there would be a loss of revenue due to the loss of the franchise fee. A political subdivision may refuse to grant or may revoke a permit under certain circumstances. Appeal procedures are provided for a refusal or revocation of a permit. This legislation is not federally mandated, would not duplicate any other program and would not require additional capital improvements or rental space.