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2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3928.112. Annexation or Exclusion of Land

Sec. 3928.112.  ANNEXATION OR EXCLUSION OF LAND.  (a)  The district may annex land as provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code.
(b)  The district may exclude land as provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code.  Section 375.044(b), Local Government Code, does not apply to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3928.113. No Eminent Domain Power

Sec. 3928.113.  NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER.  The district may not exercise the power of eminent domain.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.151. Disbursements and Transfers of Money

Sec. 3928.151.  DISBURSEMENTS AND TRANSFERS OF MONEY.  The board by resolution shall establish the number of directors' signatures and the procedure required for a disbursement or transfer of district money.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.152. Money Used for Improvements or Services

Sec. 3928.152.  MONEY USED FOR IMPROVEMENTS OR SERVICES.  The district may acquire, construct, finance, operate, or maintain any improvement or service authorized under this chapter or Chapter 375, Local Government Code, using any money available to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.153. Petition Required for Financing Services and Improvements With Assessments

Sec. 3928.153.  PETITION REQUIRED FOR FINANCING SERVICES AND IMPROVEMENTS WITH ASSESSMENTS.  (a)  The board may not finance a service or improvement project with assessments under this chapter unless a written petition requesting that service or improvement has been filed with the board.
(b)  A petition filed under Subsection (a) must be signed by the owners of a majority of the assessed value of real property in the district subject to assessment according to the most recent certified tax appraisal roll for the county.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.154. Method of Notice for Hearing

Sec. 3928.154.  METHOD OF NOTICE FOR HEARING.  The district may mail the notice required by Section 375.115(c), Local Government Code, by certified or first class United States mail.  The board shall determine the method of notice.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.155. Assessments; Liens for Assessments

Sec. 3928.155.  ASSESSMENTS; LIENS FOR ASSESSMENTS.  (a)  The board by resolution may impose and collect an assessment for any purpose authorized by this chapter in all or any part of the district.
(b)  An assessment, a reassessment, or an assessment resulting from an addition to or correction of the assessment roll by the district, penalties and interest on an assessment or reassessment, an expense of collection, and reasonable attorney's fees incurred by the district:
(1)  are a first and prior lien against the property assessed;
(2)  are superior to any other lien or claim other than a lien or claim for county, school district, or municipal ad valorem taxes; and
(3)  are the personal liability of and a charge against the owners of the property even if the owners are not named in the assessment proceedings.
(c)  The lien is effective from the date of the board's resolution imposing the assessment until the date the assessment is paid.  The board may enforce the lien in the same manner that the board may enforce an ad valorem tax lien against real property.
(d)  The board may make a correction to or deletion from the assessment roll that does not increase the amount of assessment of any parcel of land without providing notice and holding a hearing in the manner required for additional assessments.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.156. Residential Property Not Exempt

Sec. 3928.156.  RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY NOT EXEMPT.  Section 375.161, Local Government Code, does not apply to a tax authorized or approved by the voters of the district or a required payment for a service provided by the district, including water and sewer services.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.157. Competitive Bidding

Sec. 3928.157.  COMPETITIVE BIDDING.  Subchapter I, Chapter 49, Water Code, applies to the district.  Sections 375.221 and 375.223, Local Government Code, do not apply to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter D. General Financial Provisions; Assessments › Section 3928.158. Tax and Assessment Abatements

Sec. 3928.158.  TAX AND ASSESSMENT ABATEMENTS.  The district may designate reinvestment zones and may grant abatements of district taxes or assessments on property in the zones.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.201. Elections Regarding Taxes and Bonds

Sec. 3928.201.  ELECTIONS REGARDING TAXES AND BONDS.  (a)  The district may issue, without an election, bonds, notes, and other obligations secured by:
(1)  revenue other than ad valorem taxes; or
(2)  contract payments described by Section 3928.203.
(b)  The district must hold an election in the manner provided by Subchapter L, Chapter 375, Local Government Code, to obtain voter approval before the district may impose an ad valorem tax or issue bonds payable from ad valorem taxes.
(c)  Section 375.243, Local Government Code, does not apply to the district.
(d)  All or any part of any facilities or improvements that may be acquired by a district by the issuance of its bonds may be submitted as a single proposition or as several propositions to be voted on at the election.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.202. Operation and Maintenance Tax

Sec. 3928.202.  OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE TAX.  (a)  If authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an election held in accordance with Section 3928.201, the district may impose an operation and maintenance tax on taxable property in the district in accordance with Section 49.107, Water Code, for any district purpose, including to:
(1)  maintain and operate the district;
(2)  construct or acquire improvements; or
(3)  provide a service.
(b)  The board shall determine the tax rate.  The rate may not exceed the rate approved at the election.
(c)  Section 49.107(h), Water Code, does not apply to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.203. Contract Taxes

Sec. 3928.203.  CONTRACT TAXES.  (a)  In accordance with Section 49.108, Water Code, the district may impose a tax other than an operation and maintenance tax and use the revenue derived from the tax to make payments under a contract after the provisions of the contract have been approved by a majority of the district voters voting at an election held for that purpose.
(b)  A contract approved by the district voters may contain a provision stating that the contract may be modified or amended by the board without further voter approval.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.204. Authority to Borrow Money and to Issue Bonds and Other Obligations

Sec. 3928.204.  AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY AND TO ISSUE BONDS AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS.  (a)  The district may borrow money on terms determined by the board.  Section 375.205, Local Government Code, does not apply to a loan, line of credit, or other borrowing from a bank or financial institution secured by revenue other than ad valorem taxes.
(b)  The district may issue bonds, notes, or other obligations payable wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes, assessments, impact fees, revenue, contract payments, grants, or other district money, or any combination of those sources of money, to pay for any authorized district purpose.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.205. Taxes for Bonds

Sec. 3928.205.  TAXES FOR BONDS.  At the time the district issues bonds payable wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes, the board shall provide for the annual imposition of a continuing direct annual ad valorem tax, without limit as to rate or amount, for each year that all or part of the bonds are outstanding as required and in the manner provided by Sections 54.601 and 54.602, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter E. Taxes and Bonds › Section 3928.206. Taxes and Bonds for Recreational Facilities

Sec. 3928.206.  TAXES AND BONDS FOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.  The limitation on the outstanding principal amount of bonds, notes, and other obligations provided by Section 49.4645, Water Code, does not apply to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter F. Defined Areas › Section 3928.251. Authority to Establish Defined Areas or Designated Property

Sec. 3928.251.  AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH DEFINED AREAS OR DESIGNATED PROPERTY.  The district may define areas or designate certain property of the district to pay for improvements, facilities, or services that primarily benefit that area or property and do not generally and directly benefit the district as a whole.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter F. Defined Areas › Section 3928.252. Procedure for Election

Sec. 3928.252.  PROCEDURE FOR ELECTION.  (a)  Before the district may impose an ad valorem tax or issue bonds payable from ad valorem taxes of the defined area or designated property, the board shall hold an election in the defined area or in the designated property only.
(b)  The board may submit the issues to the voters on the same ballot to be used in another election.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter F. Defined Areas › Section 3928.253. Declaring Result and Issuing Order

Sec. 3928.253.  DECLARING RESULT AND ISSUING ORDER.  (a)  If a majority of the voters voting at the election approve the proposition or propositions, the board shall declare the results and, by order, shall establish the defined area and describe it by metes and bounds or designate the specific property.
(b)  A court may not review the board's order except on the ground of fraud, palpable error, or arbitrary and confiscatory abuse of discretion.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter F. Defined Areas › Section 3928.254. Taxes for Services, Improvements, and Facilities in Defined Areas or Designated Property

Sec. 3928.254.  TAXES FOR SERVICES, IMPROVEMENTS, AND FACILITIES IN DEFINED AREAS OR DESIGNATED PROPERTY.  On voter approval and adoption of the order described by Section 3928.253, the district may apply separately, differently, equitably, and specifically its taxing power and lien authority to the defined area or designated property to provide money to construct, administer, maintain, and operate services, improvements, and facilities that primarily benefit the defined area or designated property.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter F. Defined Areas › Section 3928.255. Issuance of Bonds for Defined Area or Designated Property

Sec. 3928.255.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR DEFINED AREA OR DESIGNATED PROPERTY.  After the order under Section 3928.253 is adopted, the district may issue bonds to provide for any land, improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances for the defined area or designated property.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3928 - Kendleton Improvement District › Subchapter G. Dissolution and Municipal Annexation › Section 3928.301. Municipal Annexation; Dissolution

Sec. 3928.301.  MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION; DISSOLUTION.  (a)  The district is a "water or sewer district" under Section 43.071, Local Government Code.
(b)  Section 43.075, Local Government Code, applies to the district.
(c)  Section 375.264, Local Government Code, does not apply to the dissolution of the district by a municipality.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3954), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1376 (S.B. 1921), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.001. Definitions

Sec. 3929.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
(2)  "City" means the City of Burleson, Texas.
(3)  "Commission" means the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
(4)  "County" means Johnson County, Texas.
(5)  "Director" means a board member.
(6)  "District" means the Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
Amended by:
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 804 (H.B. 4303), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.002. Creation and Nature of District

Sec. 3929.002.  CREATION AND NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 is a special district created under Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.003. Purpose; Legislative Findings

Sec. 3929.003.  PURPOSE; LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS.  (a)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish the purposes of Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and other public purposes stated in this chapter.  By creating the district and in authorizing the city and other political subdivisions to contract with the district, the legislature has established a program to accomplish the public purposes set out in Section 52-a, Article III, Texas Constitution.
(b)  The creation of the district is necessary to promote, develop, encourage, and maintain employment, commerce, transportation, housing, tourism, recreation, the arts, entertainment, economic development, safety, and the public welfare in the district.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.004. Findings of Benefit and Public Purpose

Sec. 3929.004.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.  (a)  The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
(b)  All land and other property included in the district will benefit from the improvements and services to be provided by the district under powers conferred by Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and other powers granted under this chapter.
(c)  The district is created to accomplish the purposes of a municipal management district as provided by general law and Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
(d)  The creation of the district is in the public interest and is essential to:
(1)  further the public purposes of developing and diversifying the economy of the state;
(2)  eliminate unemployment and underemployment; and
(3)  develop or expand transportation and commerce.
(e)  The district will:
(1)  promote the health, safety, and general welfare of  residents, employers, potential employees, employees, visitors, and consumers in the district, and of the public;
(2)  provide needed funding for the district to preserve, maintain, and enhance the economic health and vitality of the district territory as a community and business center; and
(3)  promote the health, safety, welfare, and enjoyment of the public by providing pedestrian ways and by landscaping and developing certain areas in the district, which are necessary for the restoration, preservation, and enhancement of scenic beauty.
(f)  Pedestrian ways along or across a street, whether at grade or above or below the surface, and street lighting, street landscaping, parking, and street art objects are parts of and necessary components of a street and are considered to be a street or road improvement.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.005. Initial District Territory

Sec. 3929.005.  INITIAL DISTRICT TERRITORY.  (a)  The district is initially composed of the territory described by Section 2 of the Act enacting this chapter.
(b)  The boundaries and field notes contained in Section 2 of the Act enacting this chapter form a closure.  A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes in the legislative process does not affect the district's:
(1)  organization, existence, or validity;
(2)  right to contract;
(3)  authority to borrow money or issue bonds or other obligations described by Section 3929.253 or to pay the principal and interest of the bonds or other obligations;
(4)  right to impose or collect an assessment or collect other revenue; or
(5)  legality or operation.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.006. Eligibility for Inclusion in Special Zones

Sec. 3929.006.  ELIGIBILITY FOR INCLUSION IN SPECIAL ZONES.  (a)  All or any part of the area of the district is eligible to be included in:
(1)  a tax increment reinvestment zone created under Chapter 311, Tax Code;
(2)  a tax abatement reinvestment zone created under Chapter 312, Tax Code; or
(3)  an enterprise zone created under Chapter 2303, Government Code.
(b)  If the city creates a tax increment reinvestment zone described by Subsection (a), the city and the board of directors of the zone, by contract with the district, may grant money deposited in the tax increment fund to the district to be used by the district for:
(1)  the purposes permitted for money granted to a corporation under Section 380.002(b), Local Government Code; and
(2)  any other district purpose, including the right to pledge the money as security for any bonds or other obligations issued by the district under Section 3929.253.
(c)  If the city creates a tax increment reinvestment zone described by Subsection (a), the city may determine the percentage of the property in the zone that may be used for residential purposes and is not subject to the limitations provided by Section 311.006, Tax Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.007. Confirmation and Directors' Election Required

Sec. 3929.007.  CONFIRMATION AND DIRECTORS' ELECTION REQUIRED.  On receipt of a petition signed by the owners of a majority of the acreage and the assessed value of real property in the district according to the most recent certified tax appraisal roll for the county, the initial directors shall hold an election to confirm the creation of the district and to elect five permanent directors as provided by Section 49.102, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.008. Development and Operating Agreement Execution Required

Sec. 3929.008.  DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATING AGREEMENT EXECUTION REQUIRED.  (a)  The initial directors may not hold an election under Section 3929.007 until the city has entered into a development and operating agreement under Section 3929.156.
(b)  The district is dissolved and this chapter expires March 1, 2018, if the development and operating agreement is not entered into before that date.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.009. Applicability of Municipal Management District Law

Sec. 3929.009.  APPLICABILITY OF MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT LAW.  (a)  Except as provided by this chapter, Chapter 375, Local Government Code, including Subchapters E and F, applies to the district.
(b)  The following provisions of Chapter 375, Local Government Code, do not apply to the district:
(1)  Sections 375.164 and 375.262; and
(2)  Subchapters B and O.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.010. Construction of Chapter

Sec. 3929.010.  CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER.  This chapter shall be construed in conformity with the findings and purposes stated in this chapter.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.011. Concurrence on Additional Powers

Sec. 3929.011.  CONCURRENCE ON ADDITIONAL POWERS.  If the legislature grants the district a power that is in addition to the powers approved by the initial resolution of the governing body of the city consenting to the creation of the district, the district may not exercise that power unless the governing body of the city consents to that change by ordinance or resolution.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 3929.012. City Consent to Creation of District

Sec. 3929.012.  CITY CONSENT TO CREATION OF DISTRICT.  The city's consent to the creation of the district is not subject to the limitations on the conditions or other restrictions the city may place on its consent under Section 42.042, Local Government Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3929.051. Governing Body; Terms

Sec. 3929.051.  GOVERNING BODY; TERMS.  (a)  The district is governed by a board of five elected directors.
(b)  Except as provided by Section 3929.054, directors serve staggered four-year terms, with two or three directors' terms expiring June 1 of each odd-numbered year.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3929.052. Board Meetings

Sec. 3929.052.  BOARD MEETINGS.  The board shall hold meetings at a place accessible to the public.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3929.053. Removal of Directors

Sec. 3929.053.  REMOVAL OF DIRECTORS.  (a)  The board may remove a director by unanimous vote of the other directors if the director has missed at least half of the meetings scheduled during the preceding 12 months.
(b)  A director removed under this section may file a written appeal with the commission not later than the 30th day after the date the director receives written notice of the board action.  The commission may reinstate the director if the commission finds that the removal was unwarranted under the circumstances after considering the reasons for the absences, the time and place of the meetings, the business conducted at the meetings missed, and any other relevant circumstances.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter B. Board of Directors › Section 3929.054. Initial Directors

Sec. 3929.054.  INITIAL DIRECTORS.  (a)  The initial board consists of:
Pos. No.   Name of Director
1         David Rex
2         Barb Levis
3         John Tatum
4         Charles Collie
5         Stephanie Fine
(b)  Initial directors serve until the earlier of:
(1)  the date permanent directors are elected under Section 3929.007; or
(2)  the fourth anniversary of the effective date of the Act enacting this chapter.
(c)  If permanent directors have not been elected under Section 3929.007 and the terms of the initial directors have expired, successor initial directors shall be appointed or reappointed as provided by Subsection (d) to serve terms that expire on the earlier of:
(1)  the date permanent directors are elected under Section 3929.007; or
(2)  the fourth anniversary of the date of the appointment or reappointment.
(d)  If Subsection (c) applies, the owner or owners of a majority of the assessed value of the real property in the district according to the most recent certified tax appraisal rolls for the county may submit a petition to the commission requesting that the commission appoint as successor initial directors the five persons named in the petition.  The commission shall appoint as successor initial directors the five persons named in the petition.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.101. General Powers and Duties

Sec. 3929.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES.  The district has the powers and duties necessary to accomplish the purposes for which the district is created.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.102. Improvement Projects

Sec. 3929.102.  IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.  The district may provide, or it may enter into contracts with a governmental or private entity to provide, the improvement projects described by Subchapter C-1 or activities in support of or incidental to those projects.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.103. Water District Powers

Sec. 3929.103.  WATER DISTRICT POWERS.  The district has the powers provided by the general laws relating to conservation and reclamation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.104. Authority for Road Projects

Sec. 3929.104.  AUTHORITY FOR ROAD PROJECTS.  Under Section 52, Article III, Texas Constitution, the district may design, acquire, construct, finance, issue bonds for, improve, operate, maintain, and convey to this state, a county, or a municipality for operation and maintenance macadamized, graveled, or paved roads or improvements, including storm drainage, in aid of those roads.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.105. Road Standards and Requirements

Sec. 3929.105.  ROAD STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS.  (a)  A road project must meet all applicable construction standards, zoning and subdivision requirements, and regulations of each municipality in whose corporate limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction the road project is located.
(b)  If a road project is not located in the corporate limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality, the road project must meet all applicable construction standards, subdivision requirements, and regulations of each county in which the road project is located.
(c)  If the state will maintain and operate the road, the Texas Transportation Commission must approve the plans and specifications of the road project.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.106. Public Improvement District Powers

Sec. 3929.106.  PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT POWERS.  The district has the powers provided by Chapter 372, Local Government Code, to a municipality or county.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.107. Contract Powers

Sec. 3929.107.  CONTRACT POWERS.  The district may contract with a governmental or private entity, on terms determined by the board, to carry out a power or duty authorized by this chapter or to accomplish a purpose for which the district is created.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.108. Ad Valorem Taxation

Sec. 3929.108.  AD VALOREM TAXATION.  The district may not impose an ad valorem tax.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.109. Limitations on Emergency Services Powers

Sec. 3929.109.  LIMITATIONS ON EMERGENCY SERVICES POWERS.  The district may not establish, operate, maintain, or finance a police or fire department without the consent of the city by ordinance or resolution.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.110. Adding or Removing Territory

Sec. 3929.110.  ADDING OR REMOVING TERRITORY.  As provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code, the board may add territory inside the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the city to the district or remove territory inside the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the city from the district, except that:
(1)  the addition or removal of the territory must be approved by the city;
(2)  the addition or removal may not occur without petition by the owners of the territory being added or removed; and
(3)  territory may not be removed from the district if bonds or other obligations of the district payable wholly or partly from assessments assessed on the territory are outstanding.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.111. No Toll Roads

Sec. 3929.111.  NO TOLL ROADS.  The district may not construct, acquire, maintain, or operate a toll road.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.112. Eminent Domain

Sec. 3929.112.  EMINENT DOMAIN.  (a)  Section 375.094, Local Government Code, does not apply to the district.
(b)  Except as provided by Subsection (c), and subject to the consent of the city by ordinance or resolution, the district may exercise the right of eminent domain in the manner provided by Section 49.222, Water Code.  The city may not unreasonably withhold consent under this section.
(c)  The district may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district to acquire a site or easement for:
(1)  a road project authorized by Section 3929.104; or
(2)  a recreational facility as defined by Section 49.462, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.113. Enforcement of Real Property Restrictions

Sec. 3929.113.  ENFORCEMENT OF REAL PROPERTY RESTRICTIONS.  The district may enforce a real property restriction in the manner provided by Section 54.237, Water Code, if, in the reasonable judgment of the board, the enforcement of the restriction is necessary.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties › Section 3929.114. Powers Subject to Development and Operating Agreement

Sec. 3929.114.  POWERS SUBJECT TO DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATING AGREEMENT.  In addition to the other limitations provided by this chapter, the district's authority to exercise its powers is subject to the terms of the development and operating agreement required under Section 3929.156.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. -1. Improvement Projects and Services › Section 3929.151. Improvement Projects and Services

Sec. 3929.151.  IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND SERVICES.  The district may provide, design, construct, acquire, improve, relocate, operate, maintain, or finance an improvement project or service, including water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway projects or services, using any money available to the district, or contract with a governmental or private entity and reimburse that entity for the provision, design, construction, acquisition, improvement, relocation, operation, maintenance, or financing of an improvement project, service, or cost, for the provision of credit enhancement, or for any cost of operating or maintaining the district or the issuance of district obligations authorized under this chapter, Chapter 372 or 375, Local Government Code, or Chapter 49 or 54, Water Code.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. -1. Improvement Projects and Services › Section 3929.152. Board Determination Required

Sec. 3929.152.  BOARD DETERMINATION REQUIRED.  The district may not undertake an improvement project unless the board determines the project is necessary to accomplish a public purpose of the district.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. -1. Improvement Projects and Services › Section 3929.153. Location of Improvement Project

Sec. 3929.153.  LOCATION OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.  An improvement project may be located or provide service inside or outside the district.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Special District Local Laws Code › Title 4 - Development and Improvement › Subtitle C - Development, Improvement, and Management › Chapter 3929 - Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2 › Subchapter C. -1. Improvement Projects and Services › Section 3929.154. City Requirements

Sec. 3929.154.  CITY REQUIREMENTS.  An improvement project in the district must comply with any applicable requirements of the city, including codes and ordinances, unless specifically waived or superseded by the development and operating agreement entered into under Section 3929.156 or another agreement with the city.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 978 (H.B. 3605), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.