The proposed resolution, introduced by Councilmember Trayon White, Sr., declares an emergency regarding the need to amend the Business Improvement Districts Act of 1996 to facilitate the establishment and administration of the Soul of the City Business Improvement District. The resolution highlights that the Council previously passed emergency legislation in January 2026, which authorized the establishment of this district, and followed it with permanent legislation in February 2026. However, the emergency legislation is set to expire on April 22, 2026, before the permanent legislation is expected to take effect on April 30, 2026.

To ensure that the provisions of the emergency legislation remain in effect without interruption until the permanent legislation is enacted, the Council has determined that the circumstances warrant the adoption of this emergency resolution after a single reading. The resolution is intended to maintain continuity in the administration of the Soul of the City Business Improvement District during the transition from emergency to permanent status. It is set to take effect immediately upon adoption.