The bill establishes the Bermont Drainage District in Charlotte County as a public corporation, ratifying and confirming all previous proceedings related to its creation. It outlines the district's status, boundaries, and minimum charter requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant Florida statutes. The district is defined as an independent water control district, with specific geographic boundaries detailed in the bill. The governing board, known as the "Board of Supervisors of the Bermont Drainage District," will consist of three landowner members elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis, with provisions for additional votes based on land ownership.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the district's governance, financial management, and operational procedures, aligning with existing state laws. It emphasizes the district's authority to levy maintenance taxes and outlines the methods for collecting assessments and conducting elections. The act is declared retroactive to March 12, 2025, and includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The bill will take effect upon becoming law.