The bill amends the existing laws governing the West Villages Improvement District in Sarasota County, specifically chapter 2004-456, to update statutory references and revise several key provisions. Notably, it removes the previous prohibition on the district obtaining fee simple title to certain real properties, thereby allowing the district greater flexibility in property ownership. Additionally, the bill revises the election procedures for board members, transitioning from landowner elections to elections by qualified electors as the population of the district grows. The new language specifies the thresholds for when board members must be elected by qualified electors, starting with one member once 17,598 qualified electors reside in the district, and eventually transitioning to all members being elected by qualified electors when the population reaches 39,595.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the district's powers regarding eminent domain, allowing the district to exercise this power for public infrastructure needs within its boundaries, while removing previous restrictions related to the City of North Port and unincorporated Sarasota County. The amendments also establish that all governing board members elected by qualified electors must reside in the district and outlines the election process, ensuring it aligns with general election laws. The bill is set to take effect upon becoming law.