House Bill No. [insert number] enacts R.S. 33:9091.28 to establish the Castle Manor Improvement District in Orleans Parish. This district is created as a political subdivision of the state, with defined boundaries that include properties along Cerise Avenue, Chef Menteur Highway, Gawain Drive, and Dwyer Road canal. The primary purpose of the district is to promote beautification and security within its area. Governance will be managed by a seven-member board of commissioners, which includes representatives from the Castle Manor Improvement Association and appointments from local government officials. The board will have the authority to adopt rules, maintain financial records, and conduct meetings, with members serving without compensation but eligible for reimbursement of expenses.

The bill also authorizes the city of New Orleans to impose a parcel fee to fund the district, subject to voter approval. The fee structure varies for residential and commercial parcels, with specific amounts set for the first five years of collection. The district may also accept additional voluntary contributions and is required to adopt an annual budget, subject to audit. Provisions are included for indemnification of board members and the handling of funds should the district cease to exist, ensuring that any remaining funds are used to enhance security in the area.