If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by designating the county board of supervisors (BOS) as the trustee of a townsite, replacing the judge of the superior court in this role. This change aims to streamline the administration of townsite trusts, which includes responsibilities such as land management, sales, and tax assessments. The bill also requires that a trustee's bond be filed with the county recorder instead of the county BOS, altering the procedural requirements for bond submission. Additionally, it removes the requirement for the county BOS to approve townsite plats and eliminates the compensation rate of $5 per day for appraisers of unclaimed townsite lots.

The bill proposes to replace the term "judge of the superior court" with "board of supervisors" in the context of trusteeship, shifting responsibilities for land entry and title conveyance. It clarifies the trustee's duties, including executing a bond and maintaining financial accounts, while modifying monetary amounts such as increasing the bond from "two thousand dollars" to "$2,000." New provisions regarding the sale of lots and application processes are introduced, emphasizing public notice and clear procedures for applicants. Overall, these updates aim to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in the management of townsite trusts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-1101, 9-1102, 9-1103, 9-1105, 9-1106, 9-1111, 9-1112, 9-1116, 9-1117, 9-1118, 9-1131, 9-1132
Senate Engrossed Version: 9-1101, 9-1102, 9-1103, 9-1105, 9-1106, 9-1111, 9-1112, 9-1116, 9-1117, 9-1118, 9-1131, 9-1132
Chaptered Version: 9-1101, 9-1102, 9-1103, 9-1105, 9-1106, 9-1111, 9-1112, 9-1116, 9-1117, 9-1118, 9-1131, 9-1132