This bill amends the existing laws governing the Lee County Mosquito Control District by revising its boundaries to encompass all of Lee County, effectively abolishing the Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District. The bill repeals chapter 2001-335, which pertains to the Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District, and mandates the merger of the two districts. As part of this merger, all assets and liabilities of the Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District will be transferred to the Lee County Mosquito Control District.
Additionally, the bill requires a referendum to be held on November 3, 2026, during the general election, to seek approval from voters regarding the merger and boundary changes. The referendum will ask voters if they support the amendments to the Lee County Mosquito Control District, including the transfer of assets and liabilities from the Fort Myers Beach district. The act will only take effect if a majority of voters from both districts approve the changes in the referendum.