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2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3501 - Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3501.105. Advisory Boards

Sec. 3501.105.  ADVISORY BOARDS.  The board may appoint advisory boards to assist the board in administering this chapter.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 423 (S.B. 1751), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3501 - Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3501.106. Bonds

Sec. 3501.106.  BONDS.  (a) The authority may issue bonds if authorized by board resolution.
(b)  A bond issued under this chapter must:
(1)  be payable solely from authority revenue;
(2)  mature not later than 40 years after its date of issuance; and
(3)  state on its face that it is not an obligation of this state or a municipality.
(c)  The authority may exercise the powers granted to the governing body of an issuer with regard to the issuance of obligations and the execution of credit agreements under Chapter 1371, Government Code.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 423 (S.B. 1751), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2005.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 288 (H.B. 4579), Sec. 8, eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3501 - Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter D. Dissolution › Section 3501.151. Legislative Intent

Sec. 3501.151.  LEGISLATIVE INTENT.  The legislature intends that the authority be dissolved after conveyance and sale of all of the base property.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3501 - Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter D. Dissolution › Section 3501.152. Duty to Dissolve

Sec. 3501.152.  DUTY TO DISSOLVE.  (a)  The authority shall be dissolved on approval of the City of Lubbock and Lubbock County:
(1)  when all the functions of the authority are performed and completed;  and
(2)  after all debts or obligations have been satisfied or retired with the assets of the authority.
(b)  On dissolution, any remaining assets of the authority shall be conveyed or transferred to the City of Lubbock and Lubbock County in proportion to any initial contribution of money made.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3502.001. Definitions

Sec. 3502.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Authority" means the Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority.
(2)  "Board" means the board of directors of the authority.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3502.002. Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority

Sec. 3502.002.  WESTWORTH VILLAGE-WHITE SETTLEMENT REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.  The authority is established as a political subdivision of this state if Westworth Village and White Settlement each:
(1)  adopt a resolution authorizing the authority's establishment;  and
(2)  appoint three members to the board.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3502.003. Authority Territory

Sec. 3502.003.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY.  The boundaries of the authority territory are the boundaries of Westworth Village and White Settlement.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3502.004. Exemption From Taxation

Sec. 3502.004.  EXEMPTION FROM TAXATION.  The property, revenue, and income of the authority are exempt from all taxes imposed by the state or a political subdivision of the state.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3502.051. Composition of Board

Sec. 3502.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD.  The board consists of six directors.  The governing body of each municipality in the authority shall appoint three directors.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3502.052. Term

Sec. 3502.052.  TERM.  A director serves a two-year term.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3502.053. Vacancies

Sec. 3502.053.  VACANCIES.  A vacancy on the board is filled for the unexpired term in the manner provided for the original appointment.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3502.054. Officers

Sec. 3502.054.  OFFICERS.  (a)  The board shall select from its membership a presiding officer and an assistant presiding officer.
(b)  The assistant presiding officer presides in the absence of the presiding officer.
(c)  The board shall select a secretary-treasurer.  The secretary-treasurer is not required to be a director.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3502.055. Employees

Sec. 3502.055.  EMPLOYEES.  The board may employ all persons necessary to carry out the functions of the authority.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Authority Powers and Duties › Section 3502.101. Authority of Board

Sec. 3502.101.  AUTHORITY OF BOARD.  The board shall manage, operate, and control the authority.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Authority Powers and Duties › Section 3502.102. General Powers

Sec. 3502.102.  GENERAL POWERS.  The authority may exercise, on approval by and in coordination with the governor, all powers necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of this chapter, including the power to:
(1)  sue and be sued, and plead and be impleaded, in its own name;
(2)  adopt an official seal;
(3)  adopt and enforce bylaws and rules for the conduct of its affairs;
(4)  acquire, hold, use, and dispose of its revenue, income, receipts, and money from every source;
(5)  select its depository;
(6)  acquire, hold, own, lease, rent, or dispose of any property or interest in property, including rights or easements, in performing duties and exercising powers under this chapter by purchase, exchange, gift, assignment, condemnation, sale, lease, or otherwise and to hold, manage, operate, or improve the property;
(7)  sell, assign, lease, encumber, mortgage, or otherwise dispose of any property or interest in property, and release or relinquish any right, title, claim, lien, interest, easement, or demand however acquired;
(8)  notwithstanding any other law, perform an activity authorized by Subdivision (7) by public or private sale, with or without public bidding;
(9)  lease or rent any lands within the property and buildings, structures, or facilities located on the property from or to any person to carry out the purposes of this chapter;
(10)  request and accept any appropriation, grant, allocation, subsidy, guaranty, aid, service, labor, material, or gift from any source, including the federal government, this state, a public agency, or a political subdivision;
(11)  maintain an office and appoint and determine the duties, tenure, qualifications, and compensation of officers, employees, agents, and professional advisors and counselors, including financial consultants, accountants, attorneys, architects, engineers, appraisers, and financing experts, as the board considers necessary or advisable;
(12)  borrow money;
(13)  establish, impose, and collect rents, rates, fees, and charges for its facilities and services;
(14)  acquire land or any interest in land within the boundaries of the authority by condemnation in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, subject to the approval of each municipality in the authority;  and
(15)  exercise the powers in Chapters 373 and 380, Local Government Code, granted to a municipality for the development of housing and expansion of economic development and commercial activity.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Authority Powers and Duties › Section 3502.103. Receipt of Property

Sec. 3502.103.  RECEIPT OF PROPERTY.  The authority shall accept title, on approval by and in coordination with the governor, from the United States to all or any portion of the real property situated:
(1)  within the boundaries of the authority, together with any improvements located on the property and personal property related to the property, commonly referred to as:
(A)  Parcel A--18 Hole Golf Course;
(B)  Parcel B--Wherry Housing Area;
(C)  Parcel C--Kings Branch Housing Area;
(D)  Parcel D--Stables Area and Vacant Land;
(E)  Parcel E--5 acres;
(F)  Parcel F--18 acres;  and
(G)  Parcel H--Firing Range;  and
(2)  outside the boundaries of the authority within an unincorporated area in Tarrant County, together with any improvements located on the property and personal property related to the property, commonly referred to as Parcel G--Weapons Storage Area.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Authority Powers and Duties › Section 3502.104. Use of Property

Sec. 3502.104.  USE OF PROPERTY.  (a)  The authority shall use the property described by Section 3502.103 and all assistance available for the property from the United States and all other sources to replace and enhance the economic benefits generated for the property by Carswell Air Force Base with diversified activity, including planned land uses to foster:
(1)  creation of new jobs;
(2)  economic development;
(3)  industry;
(4)  commerce;
(5)  manufacturing;
(6)  housing;
(7)  recreation;  and
(8)  the construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities, improvements, and infrastructures on the property.
(b)  The governing body of Fort Worth must consent in writing before any use or development of land within the property commonly referred to as Parcel G may be undertaken.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter C. Authority Powers and Duties › Section 3502.105. Awarding of Contracts

Sec. 3502.105.  AWARDING OF CONTRACTS.  (a)  The board may adopt rules governing the receiving of bids and the awarding of contracts.
(b)  A contract in the amount of more than $15,000 for the construction of improvements or the purchase of material, machinery, equipment, supplies, or any other property, other than real property, may only be awarded on competitive bids received by the authority.
(c)  Notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the authority not later than the 16th day before the date set for receiving bids for a contract described by Subsection (b).
(d)  This section does not apply to:
(1)  personal or professional services;  or
(2)  the acquisition or sale of the property.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter D. Dissolution › Section 3502.151. Legislative Intent

Sec. 3502.151.  LEGISLATIVE INTENT.  The legislature intends that the authority be dissolved after conveyance and sale of all of the property described by Section 3502.103.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3502 - Westworth Village-White Settlement Redevelopment Authority › Subchapter D. Dissolution › Section 3502.152. Power to Dissolve

Sec. 3502.152.  POWER TO DISSOLVE.  (a)  The board may dissolve the authority if:
(1)  each municipality in the authority approves the dissolution;  and
(2)  all debts or obligations have been satisfied or retired.
(b)  Any assets of the authority remaining after all debts or obligations have been satisfied shall be conveyed or transferred to the municipalities in the authority as approved by the board.
Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1277, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.001. Definitions

Sec. 3503.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Authority" means the TexAmericas Center.
(2)  "Board" means the authority's board of directors.
(3)  "Property" means land, improvements, and personal property described in Section 3503.004.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 49 (S.B. 410), Sec. 2, eff. May 12, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.002. Nature of Authority

Sec. 3503.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY.  (a)  The authority is a governmental agency and a political subdivision of this state.
(b)  The operations of the authority are considered to be essential governmental functions and are not proprietary functions for any purpose, including the application of Chapter 101, Civil Practice and Remedies Code.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.003. Purposes of Authority

Sec. 3503.003.  PURPOSES OF AUTHORITY.  (a)  The authority is created to:
(1)  accept title on approval by, and in coordination with, the governor to all or a portion of the property on, adjacent to, or related to the property described by Section 3503.004 from the United States;
(2)  promote the location and development of new businesses, industries, and commercial activities on or related to the property;
(3)  undertake a project the board considers necessary or incidental to the industrial, commercial, or business development, redevelopment, maintenance, and expansion of new or existing businesses on and for the property described by Section 3503.004, including the acquisition, construction, operation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, replacement, improvement, extension, expansion, or enhancement of:
(A)  roads, bridges, and rights-of-way;
(B)  housing;
(C)  property;
(D)  police, fire, medical, cultural, educational, and research services, equipment, institutions, and resources;
(E)  other community support services;
(F)  flood control, water, wastewater treatment, natural gas, electricity, solid waste disposal, steam generation, communications, and all other utility facilities and services;
(G)  other infrastructure improvements; and
(H)  any other services or facilities acquired by the authority from the United States;
(4)  promote or support an active military base located in the same county as the authority to prevent closure or realignment of the base and attract new military missions to the base;
(5)  exercise the powers granted to a conservation and reclamation district under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
(6)  promote regional economic development and job creation inside the district's boundaries and outside of the district's boundaries in Bowie County and adjacent counties.
(b)  The property described by Subsection (a)(1) consists of any kind of property, whether real, personal, or mixed, and any rights, whether tangible or intangible, assets, benefits, or improvements related to the existence, development, operation, or maintenance of the property, of the authority.
(c)  The creation of the authority is necessary to promote, develop, encourage, and maintain employment, commerce, economic development, and the public welfare, and to conserve the natural resources of this state, and is essential to accomplish the purposes of Sections 49-d, 52, and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, in an area previously established and developed by the United States government for military support purposes that will no longer be similarly maintained for those purposes by the federal government.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1245 (S.B. 1879), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 993 (H.B. 967), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.004. Authority Territory

Sec. 3503.004.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY.  (a)  The authority is composed of the territory described by Section 8A, Chapter 831, Acts of the 75th Legislature, Regular Session, 1997, as added by Section 5, Chapter 1312, Acts of the 76th Legislature, Regular Session, 1999, as that territory may have been modified under this chapter or other law.
(b)  The boundaries of the authority are the same as the boundaries of the real property described by Subsection (a).
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.005. Expansion of Territory

Sec. 3503.005.  EXPANSION OF TERRITORY.  The authority's territory may be expanded as additional:
(1)  real property is conveyed or leased to the authority by the United States; or
(2)  counties or municipalities approve annexations.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 987 (H.B. 3802), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.006. Relation to Other Law

Sec. 3503.006.  RELATION TO OTHER LAW.  This chapter does not limit the power of the authority or other person, including another governmental entity, to use other law not in conflict with this chapter to the extent convenient or necessary to carry out a power, express or implied, granted by this chapter.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.007. Legislative Intent on Applicability of Other Laws

Sec. 3503.007.  LEGISLATIVE INTENT ON APPLICABILITY OF OTHER LAWS.  The legislature intends that the authority shall have all power necessary to fully qualify and gain the benefits of any law that is helpful in carrying out the purposes for which the authority is created.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.008. Applicability of State Regulatory Authority

Sec. 3503.008.  APPLICABILITY OF STATE REGULATORY AUTHORITY.  The authority is subject to the regulatory authority of the state, including any state agency, to the same extent as a municipal corporation.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3503.009. Applicability of Open Government Laws

Sec. 3503.009.  APPLICABILITY OF OPEN GOVERNMENT LAWS.  Chapters 551 and 552, Government Code, apply to the authority.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.051. General Duties

Sec. 3503.051.  GENERAL DUTIES.  The board shall manage, control, and operate the authority.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.052. Composition

Sec. 3503.052.  COMPOSITION.  The board is composed of the following 15 directors:
(1)  two directors appointed by the county judge of Bowie County;
(2)  one director appointed by the commissioners court of Bowie County;
(3)  three directors appointed by the mayor of Texarkana;
(4)  one director appointed by the mayor of New Boston;
(5)  one director appointed by the mayor of Hooks;
(6)  one director appointed by the mayor of Nash;
(7)  one director appointed by the mayor of Wake Village;
(8)  one director appointed by the mayor of Leary;
(9)  one director appointed by the mayor of Redwater;
(10)  one director appointed by the mayor of Maud;
(11)  one director appointed by the mayor of DeKalb; and
(12)  one director appointed by the mayor of Red Lick.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.053. Term; Service by Elected Officials

Sec. 3503.053.  TERM; SERVICE BY ELECTED OFFICIALS.  (a)  Each director serves for a term of two years.
(b)  The board by rule or resolution may:
(1)  provide for the appointment of directors of the board in alternating years; and
(2)  determine the number of directors and the manner of deciding which directors shall be appointed in odd-numbered years and which directors shall be appointed in even-numbered years.
(c)  A director who is also an elected official serves for a term coinciding with the term of the elected office.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.054. Vacancies

Sec. 3503.054.  VACANCIES.  A vacancy on the board is filled in the same manner as the original appointment.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.055. Officers

Sec. 3503.055.  OFFICERS.  (a)  The board shall elect from among its membership a president and a vice president.
(b)  The vice president shall preside in the absence of the president.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.056. Recall

Sec. 3503.056.  RECALL.  A director may be recalled at any time by the appointing official.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.057. Compensation; Reimbursement

Sec. 3503.057.  COMPENSATION; REIMBURSEMENT.  A director is not entitled to compensation for service on the board but is entitled to be reimbursed for necessary expenses incurred in carrying out the duties of a director.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.058. Compensation; Board Position Not Civil Office of Emolument

Sec. 3503.058.  COMPENSATION; BOARD POSITION NOT CIVIL OFFICE OF EMOLUMENT.  (a)  A position on the board may not be construed to be a civil office of emolument for any purpose, including a purpose described in Section 40, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
(b)  Elected officials of Bowie County and municipalities may serve on the board without penalty or forfeiture of office.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.059. Rules; Proceedings

Sec. 3503.059.  RULES; PROCEEDINGS.  The board shall adopt rules to govern its proceedings.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3503.060. Conflict of Interest; Applicability of Other Law

Sec. 3503.060.  CONFLICT OF INTEREST; APPLICABILITY OF OTHER LAW.  A conflict of interest, under either statutory or common law, for a director regarding a particular matter to come before the board, is governed by Chapter 171, Local Government Code.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.1015. Additional Powers of Other Entities; Bonds

Sec. 3503.1015.  ADDITIONAL POWERS OF OTHER ENTITIES; BONDS.  The authority may exercise the powers given to:
(1)  the governing body of a "unit," as defined by Section 501.002(17), Local Government Code, and may issue district bonds for a purpose specified by Subtitle C1, Title 12, Local Government Code;
(2)  an emergency services district under Chapter 775, Health and Safety Code; or
(3)  a rural or urban transit district under Chapter 458, Transportation Code.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 998 (S.B. 1743), Sec. 1, eff. June 15, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 87 (S.B. 1969), Sec. 21.021, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.102. General Property Powers

Sec. 3503.102.  GENERAL PROPERTY POWERS.  The authority may acquire, purchase, construct, own, operate, maintain, repair, improve, or extend, lease, or sell on terms, including rentals or sale prices, on which the parties agree, any work, improvement, facility, plant, building, structure, equipment, or appliance and any property or any interest in related property that is incident to or necessary to carry out or perform an authority power.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.103. Water, Sewer, and Natural Gas Projects; Eminent Domain

Sec. 3503.103.  WATER, SEWER, AND NATURAL GAS PROJECTS;  EMINENT DOMAIN.  (a)  The authority may undertake a project under Section 3503.003(a)(3) to develop water, sewer, and natural gas projects to benefit the authority.
(b)  The authority may exercise the power of eminent domain for a project under this section.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.104. Waste Disposal

Sec. 3503.104.  WASTE DISPOSAL.  (a)  The authority may provide for the collection, transmission, treatment, disposal, and control of municipal, domestic, industrial, and commercial waste water and sewage.
(b)  The authority may exercise the powers granted to a district under Chapter 30, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.105. Other Powers Related to Water

Sec. 3503.105.  OTHER POWERS RELATED TO WATER.  The authority may provide for the construction, storage, transmission, treatment, supply, and distribution of water for any useful purpose, including for a municipal, domestic, industrial, or commercial purpose.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.106. Contracts

Sec. 3503.106.  CONTRACTS.  The authority and any person may contract with each other in any manner and on terms on which the parties agree regarding a power the authority may exercise or a facility or service that the authority may provide or finance.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.107. Employees

Sec. 3503.107.  EMPLOYEES.  The board may employ persons to carry out the powers and duties of the authority.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.108. Limitation on Use of Eminent Domain

Sec. 3503.108.  LIMITATION ON USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN.  Except as provided by Section 3503.103, the authority may not exercise the power of eminent domain.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 998 (S.B. 1743), Sec. 2, eff. June 15, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.109. Indemnity

Sec. 3503.109.  INDEMNITY.  The authority may indemnify an authority employee or board member or former authority employee or board member for necessary expenses and costs, including attorney's fees, incurred by that person in connection with a claim asserted against that person if:
(1)  the claim relates to an act or omission of the person when acting in the scope of the person's board membership or authority employment; and
(2)  the person has not been found liable or guilty on the claim.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 987 (H.B. 3802), Sec. 3, eff. June 19, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.110. Assumed Name

Sec. 3503.110.  ASSUMED NAME.  The authority may conduct business under an assumed name by filing an assumed name certificate under Subchapter C, Chapter 71, Business & Commerce Code, and complying with that chapter in the same manner as an incorporated business.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 49 (S.B. 410), Sec. 3, eff. May 12, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.111. Nonprofit Corporations

Sec. 3503.111.  NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS.  (a)  The authority may authorize by resolution the incorporation of a nonprofit corporation under the Business Organizations Code to exercise the powers granted to the authority.  A corporation created under this section must be a nonmember, nonstock corporation.
(b)  Each nonprofit corporation created under this section may:
(1)  acquire and hold title to real property and improvements to that property; and
(2)  collect and remit to the authority income, less expenses, from that real property and from improvements to that property.
(c)  The board shall appoint the board of directors of each nonprofit corporation created under this section.  A board member is not required to reside in the authority.
(d)  A board member or employee of the authority may simultaneously serve as a member of the board of directors of a nonprofit corporation.  A person serving as a board member of the authority and of a nonprofit corporation created by the authority may participate in all votes relating to the business of the authority or the corporation, regardless of any statutory prohibition.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 493 (S.B. 1563), Sec. 1, eff. June 16, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.112. Nonprofit Corporations and Limited Liability Companies

Sec. 3503.112.  NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS AND LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES.  (a)  The authority may authorize by resolution the creation of a nonprofit corporation under the Business Organizations Code to undertake on behalf of the authority a project described by Section 3503.003 or carry out any other purpose described by that section on the authority's behalf.
(a-1)  After the creation of a nonprofit corporation under Subsection (a), the authority may authorize by resolution:
(1)  the creation of a limited liability company under the Business Organizations Code for the purposes described by Subsection (a); and
(2)  the designation of the nonprofit corporation described by Subsection (a) to participate as a member of the company.
(b)  The board shall appoint the board of directors of each nonprofit corporation or limited liability company created under this section.  A board member is not required to reside in the authority.
(c)  A board member or employee of the authority may simultaneously serve as a member of the board of directors of a nonprofit corporation or limited liability company created under this section.  A person serving as a board member of the authority and of a nonprofit corporation or limited liability company created under this section may participate in all votes relating to the business of the authority, corporation, or company.
(d)  A nonprofit corporation or limited liability company created under this section may not exercise the power of eminent domain.
(e)  A nonprofit corporation or limited liability company created under this section is subject to Chapters 551 and 552, Government Code.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 993 (H.B. 967), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2017.
Amended by:
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 112 (S.B. 1187), Sec. 2, eff. May 23, 2023.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3503.113. Powers and Authorities of Defense Base Development Authority

Sec. 3503.113.  POWERS AND AUTHORITIES OF DEFENSE BASE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.  (a)  The authority may exercise the powers given to a defense base development authority created under Chapter 379B, Local Government Code.
(b)  This chapter prevails over Chapter 379B, Local Government Code, in the event of a conflict.
Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33 (S.B. 479), Sec. 2, eff. May 15, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter D. Additional Financial Provisions › Section 3503.151. Use of Revenue From Other Governmental Entities; Limitation

Sec. 3503.151.  USE OF REVENUE FROM OTHER GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES; LIMITATION.  (a)  Any governmental entity of this state may:
(1)  use and pledge available revenue for the payment of an amount due under a contract entered into with the authority as an additional source of payment of the contracts or as the sole source of payment of the contracts; and
(2)  covenant with respect to available revenue to assure the availability of the revenue when required.
(b)  The governmental entity may not use, pledge, or covenant under this section revenue from ad valorem taxes, or the proceeds of bonds paid wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes, unless the use, pledge, or covenant has been approved by the voters of the governmental entity at an election called for the purpose of:
(1)  imposing taxes or issuing or refunding bonds; or
(2)  using or pledging the entity's revenue or proceeds under contracts with the authority under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter D. Additional Financial Provisions › Section 3503.152. Fees for Use of Other Governmental Entities' Utilities

Sec. 3503.152.  FEES FOR USE OF OTHER GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES' UTILITIES.  (a)  A governmental entity may charge a fee to any person for using a service or facility provided by a utility operated by the governmental entity and provided under a contract with the authority, including a fee for:
(1)  water charges;
(2)  sewage charges;
(3)  solid waste disposal system fees and charges, including garbage collection or handling fees; and
(4)  other fees or charges.
(b)  The governmental entity may use and pledge a sufficient amount of the money collected under Subsection (a) to make a payment to the authority as required under a contract with the authority and may covenant to do so in an amount sufficient to make a payment to the authority when due.
(c)  A payment, if the parties agree in the contract, is an expense of operation of the facilities or utility operated by the governmental entity.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter D. Additional Financial Provisions › Section 3503.154. Exemption From Taxation

Sec. 3503.154.  EXEMPTION FROM TAXATION.  The property, revenue, and income of the authority and of each nonprofit corporation created under Section 3503.111 are exempt from all taxes imposed by the state or a political subdivision of the state.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 493 (S.B. 1563), Sec. 2, eff. June 16, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter D. Additional Financial Provisions › Section 3503.1541. Certain Property Exempt From Taxation

Sec. 3503.1541.  CERTAIN PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM TAXATION.  (a)  A leasehold or other possessory interest granted to a person by the authority or by a nonprofit corporation holding title for the authority is owned, used, and held for a public purpose for and on behalf of the authority and is exempt from taxation under Section 11.11, Tax Code.
(b)  Section 25.07(a), Tax Code, does not apply to a leasehold or other possessory interest granted to a person by the authority or by a nonprofit corporation holding title for the authority during the period the authority or nonprofit corporation owns the estate or interest encumbered by the possessory interest.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 333 (S.B. 579), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2020.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter D. Additional Financial Provisions › Section 3503.155. No Taxing Power

Sec. 3503.155.  NO TAXING POWER.  The authority may not impose a tax.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 998 (S.B. 1743), Sec. 3, eff. June 15, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter E. Bonds › Section 3503.201. General Authority to Issue Bonds

Sec. 3503.201.  GENERAL AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS.  To exercise a power granted under this chapter, the authority may issue bonds to acquire, purchase, construct, maintain, repair, improve, or extend works, improvements, facilities, plants, buildings, structures, appliances, and property.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter E. Bonds › Section 3503.202. Revenue Bonds

Sec. 3503.202.  REVENUE BONDS.  (a)  The authority may issue revenue bonds, including revenue bonds to pay for feasibility studies for proposed authority projects, including projects regarding engineering, planning and design, and environmental studies.
(b)  The authority may include in a revenue bond issue the money to operate and maintain facilities acquired or constructed through the revenue bond issue for a period not to exceed two years after the date of the facility's completion.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter E. Bonds › Section 3503.203. Approval by Attorney General

Sec. 3503.203.  APPROVAL BY ATTORNEY GENERAL.  If bonds issued by the authority recite that they are secured by a pledge of payments under a contract, a copy of the contract and the proceedings relating to the contract may be submitted to the attorney general along with the bonds.  If the attorney general finds that the bonds have been authorized and the contract was entered into in accordance with law, the attorney general shall approve the bonds and the contract.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter E. Bonds › Section 3503.204. Bonds for Water or Sewer Projects; Applicability of Water Code

Sec. 3503.204.  BONDS FOR WATER OR SEWER PROJECTS; APPLICABILITY OF WATER CODE.  Bonds issued under this chapter for a water or sewer project shall be issued in accordance with Sections 54.502 and 54.503, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle B - Defense Base Development › Chapter 3503 - Texamericas Center › Subchapter E. Bonds › Section 3503.205. Obligations and Credit Agreements

Sec. 3503.205.  OBLIGATIONS AND CREDIT AGREEMENTS.  (a)  The authority may issue, sell, and deliver obligations and execute credit agreements as provided by Chapter 1371, Government Code.
(b)  The authority may delegate its authority in connection with the issuance of bonds in the same manner as an issuer under Chapter 1371, Government Code.
Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33 (S.B. 479), Sec. 3, eff. May 15, 2021.