The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend the current statutes regarding the Central Arizona Groundwater Replenishment District (CAGRD) by updating the formula used to calculate annual membership dues. Specifically, it would replace the existing method of determining dues based on the total current and projected annual replenishment obligation of member lands with a new calculation that factors in the projected groundwater use per lot multiplied by the total number of residential, commercial, and common area lots within each parcel of member land. This change aims to create a more equitable and transparent dues structure.

Additionally, the bill would modify the allocation of dues among member lands by establishing a uniform fee per lot, rather than prorating based on the replenishment obligations of active management areas. It would also make technical and conforming changes to ensure clarity and consistency in the language of the statute. Overall, these updates are intended to streamline the process of determining and collecting annual dues while ensuring that the financial responsibilities of CAGRD members are fairly assessed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 48-3779