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TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.107 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.107. Rates and Charges

Sec. 1009.107.  RATES AND CHARGES.  The board shall establish the rates and charges for:(1)  services;(2)  supplies; and(3)  the use of district facilities.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.108 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.108. Hospital Lease

Sec. 1009.108.  HOSPITAL LEASE.  The board may lease a district hospital to a qualified doctor or group of doctors.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.109 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.109. Eminent Domain

Sec. 1009.109.  EMINENT DOMAIN.  (a)  The district may exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or other interest in any type of property located in district territory if the interest is necessary or convenient for the district to exercise a power, right, or  privilege conferred by this chapter.(b)  The district must exercise the power of eminent domain in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.110 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.110. Gifts and Endowments

Sec. 1009.110.  GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS.  The board may accept on behalf of the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and administered by the board for a purpose and under a written direction, limitation, or provision prescribed by the donor that is not inconsistent with the proper management and objectives of the district.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.111 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.111. Contracts for Services to Certain Persons

Sec. 1009.111.  CONTRACTS FOR SERVICES TO CERTAIN PERSONS.  (a)  The board may contract with a county or a municipality located outside Cochran County for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of that county or municipality.(b)  The board may contract with this state or a federal agency for the treatment of a sick or injured person for whom the state or the federal government is responsible.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.112 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.112. Payment for Treatment; Procedures

Sec. 1009.112.  PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES.  (a)  When an indigent patient has been admitted to a district facility, the district administrator shall have an inquiry made into the circumstances of:(1)  the patient; and(2)  the patient's relatives who are legally liable for the patient's support.(b)  If the district administrator determines that the patient or those relatives cannot pay all or part of the costs of the patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount of the costs that cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.(c)  If the district administrator determines that the patient or those relatives can pay all or part of the costs of the patient's care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered to pay the district a specified amount each week for the patient's support.  The amount ordered must be proportionate to financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita cost of maintenance.(d)  The district administrator may collect the amount from the patient's estate, or from a relative who is legally liable for the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.(e)  If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt in the mind of the district administrator, the board shall hold a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:(1)  resolve the dispute or doubt; and(2)  issue an appropriate order.(f)  A party to the dispute who is not satisfied with the order may appeal to the district court.  The appeal shall be by trial de novo as that term is used in an appeal from a justice court to the county court.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.113 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter C. Powers and Duties|Section 1009.113. Authority to Sue and Be Sued

Sec. 1009.113.  AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED.  The district, through the board, may sue and be sued.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.151 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions|Section 1009.151. Budget; Notice of Hearing

Sec. 1009.151.  BUDGET; NOTICE OF HEARING.  (a)  The district administrator shall prepare an annual budget for approval by the board.  The budget must be for the fiscal year prescribed by Section 1009.152.(b)  Not later than August 31 of each year, the board shall give notice of a public hearing on the proposed budget.  The notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Cochran County at least 10 days before the date of the hearing.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.152 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions|Section 1009.152. Fiscal Year

Sec. 1009.152.  FISCAL YEAR.  The district operates on a fiscal year that begins on October 1 and ends on September 30.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.153 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions|Section 1009.153. Annual Audit

Sec. 1009.153.  ANNUAL AUDIT.  (a)  The district annually shall have an audit made of the district's financial condition.(b)  The audit shall be open to inspection at all times at the district's principal office.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.154 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions|Section 1009.154. Financial Report

Sec. 1009.154.  FINANCIAL REPORT.  As soon as practicable after the close of each fiscal year, the district administrator shall prepare for the board:(1)  a complete sworn statement of all district money; and(2)  a complete account of the disbursement of that money.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.155 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions|Section 1009.155. Depository

Sec. 1009.155.  DEPOSITORY.  (a)  The board shall select one or more banks in Cochran County to serve as a depository for district money.(b)  All district money shall be immediately deposited on receipt with a depository bank, except that sufficient money must be remitted to the appropriate bank to pay the principal of and interest on the district's outstanding bonds or other obligations on or before the maturity date of the principal and interest.(c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of county funds.(d)  Membership on the district's board of an officer or director of a bank does not disqualify the bank from being selected as a depository.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.201 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.201. General Obligation Bonds

Sec. 1009.201.  GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.  The board may issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith and credit of the district to purchase, construct, acquire, repair, or renovate buildings and improvements and to equip the buildings and improvements for a hospital and the hospital system.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.202 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.202. Tax to Pay General Obligation Bonds

Sec. 1009.202.  TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.  (a)  At the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district under Section 1009.201, the board shall impose an ad valorem tax in an amount sufficient to:(1)  create an interest and sinking fund; and(2)  pay the principal of and interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.(b)  The tax required by this section together with any other tax the district imposes in any year may not exceed 75 cents on each $100 assessed value of all taxable property in the district.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.203 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.203. General Obligation Bond Election

Sec. 1009.203.  GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION.  (a)  The district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are authorized by a majority of the voters voting in an election held for that purpose.(b)  The board shall call the election.  The election must be held in accordance with Chapter 1251, Government Code.(c)  The bond election order must specify:(1)  the date of the election;(2)  the amount of bonds to be authorized;(3)  the maximum maturity of the bonds;(4)  the maximum interest rate of the bonds;(5)  the location of the polling places; and(6)  the presiding election officers.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.204 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.204. Execution of General Obligation Bonds

Sec. 1009.204.  EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.  (a)  The board president shall execute the general obligation bonds in the district's name.(b)  The board secretary shall attest the bonds as provided by Chapter 618, Government Code.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.205 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.205. Refunding Bonds

Sec. 1009.205.  REFUNDING BONDS.  (a)  The board may, without an election, issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding general obligation bonds issued or assumed by the district.(b)  A refunding bond may be:(1)  sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond applied to the payment of the bonds to be refunded; or(2)  exchanged in whole or in part for not less than a like principal amount of the bonds to be refunded.(c)  If a refunding bond is sold, the bond must be issued and the payments must be made in the manner provided by Subchapters B and C, Chapter 1207, Government Code.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.206 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter E. Bonds|Section 1009.206. Bonds Exempt From Taxation

Sec. 1009.206.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION.  The following are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of this state:(1)  bonds issued by the district;(2)  the transfer of the bonds; and(3)  the bond revenues and profits made in the sale of the bonds.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.251 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter F. Taxes|Section 1009.251. Imposition of Ad Valorem Tax

Sec. 1009.251.  IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX.  The board shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to district taxation in the manner  provided by law for county taxes.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1009.252 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1009 - Cochran Memorial Hospital District|Subchapter F. Taxes|Section 1009.252. Tax Assessor-Collector

Sec. 1009.252.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR.  (a)  The tax assessor-collector of Cochran County shall collect taxes imposed by the district and promptly transfer the money collected to a district depository.(b)  The assessor-collector shall receive the compensation provided for by contract with the district, except the compensation may not exceed the amount allowed for assessment and collection of county taxes.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.01, eff. April 1, 2007.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.001 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 1010.001. Definitions

Sec. 1010.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:(1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the district.(2)  "Director" means a member of the board.(3)  "District" means the Burleson County Hospital District.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.002 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 1010.002. Authority for Operation

Sec. 1010.002.  AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION.  The district operates under and has the rights, powers, and duties provided by Section 9, Article IX, Texas Constitution, and this chapter.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.003 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 1010.003. Essential Public Function

Sec. 1010.003.  ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION.  The district is a governmental agency performing an essential public function in carrying out the purposes of this chapter.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.004 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 1010.004. District Territory

Sec. 1010.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY.  The boundaries of the district are coextensive with the boundaries of Burleson County.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.005 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 1010.005. Correction of Invalid Procedures

Sec. 1010.005.  CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES.  If a court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the constitution of this state or of the United States, the board by resolution or order may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with the constitution.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.051 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.051. Board Election; Term

Sec. 1010.051.  BOARD ELECTION; TERM.  (a)  The district is governed by a board of 11 elected directors.(b)  Unless four-year terms are established under Section 285.081, Health and Safety Code:(1)  directors serve two-year terms; and(2)  the terms of the five directors elected to even-numbered places expire in even-numbered years and the terms of the six directors elected to odd-numbered places expire in odd-numbered years.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.052 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.052. Qualifications for Office

Sec. 1010.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE.  To serve as a director, a person must be:(1)  at least 21 years of age; and(2)  a qualified voter of the district.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.053 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.053. Bond; Record of Bond and Oath or Affirmation of Office

Sec. 1010.053.  BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH OR AFFIRMATION OF OFFICE.  (a)  As soon as practicable after a director is elected or appointed, the director shall execute a bond for $5,000 that is:(1)  approved by the board;(2)  payable to the district; and(3)  conditioned on the faithful performance of the director's duties.(b)  Each director's bond and constitutional oath or affirmation of office shall be filed with the district and retained in the district's records.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.054 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.054. Board Vacancy

Sec. 1010.054.  BOARD VACANCY.  If a vacancy occurs in the office of director, the board shall promptly appoint a director for the unexpired term.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.055 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.055. Officers

Sec. 1010.055.  OFFICERS.  (a)  The board shall elect from its membership a president, a vice president, a secretary, a treasurer, and any other officers the board considers necessary.  The district's depository bank may be designated as district treasurer.(b)  The president is the district's chief executive officer and shall preside at all board meetings.  The vice president shall act as president if the president is absent or disabled.(c)  The secretary shall:(1)  act as president if both the president and vice president are absent or disabled;(2)  act as secretary of the board; and(3)  see that all district records and books are properly kept.(d)  The board may appoint an assistant or deputy secretary to assist the secretary.  The assistant or deputy secretary may certify the authenticity of any district record, including any proceeding related to district contracts or bonds or other indebtedness.(e)  The board may require an officer to execute a bond that is:(1)  payable to the district; and(2)  conditioned on the faithful performance of the officer's duties.(f)  If a vacancy occurs in an office, the board shall appoint a replacement for the unexpired term.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.056 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.056. Compensation; Expenses

Sec. 1010.056.  COMPENSATION; EXPENSES.  A director serves without compensation but may be reimbursed for travel or other expenses incurred on the district's behalf if:(1)  the director presents a verified statement; and(2)  the board approves the expenses.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.057 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.057. Voting Requirement

Sec. 1010.057.  VOTING REQUIREMENT.  A concurrence of six directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district business.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|
TX Spec Dist Code § 1010.058 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Special District Local Laws Code|Title 3 - Health|Subtitle A - Hospital Districts|Chapter 1010 - Burleson County Hospital District|Subchapter B. District Administration|Section 1010.058. Meetings

Sec. 1010.058.  MEETINGS.  (a)  The board:(1)  shall hold the board's meetings at the board's designated meeting place;(2)  may establish a schedule of regular meetings to conduct district business; and(3)  may hold special meetings at other times as district business requires.(b)  Except as provided by this section, Chapter 551, Government Code, applies to board meetings.(c)  If there is an emergency or urgent public necessity, posting of notice of a board meeting is not required.(d)  Failure to post notice does not affect the validity of an action taken at a regular board meeting.  Failure to post notice may affect the validity of an action taken at a special meeting unless the board declares, by an action taken at the special meeting, that an emergency exists.(e)  Any interested person may attend a board meeting.|Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.|