House Bill No. by Representative Hilferty amends the regulations governing the Lakewood Crime Prevention and Improvement District in Orleans Parish. The bill increases the maximum parcel fee that can be levied within the district from $450 to $600 per parcel per year. Additionally, it modifies the expiration terms of the fee, stating that it will now expire based on the terms provided in the proposition authorizing the fee, not to exceed eight years, rather than the previous stipulation of expiring on December 31st after the 2010 mayoral election.

The bill also repeals a provision related to the initial election timing for the fee, which was previously tied to the November 2, 2004, election or any subsequent regularly scheduled election in the city. The proposed changes aim to enhance the district's ability to fund crime prevention and improvement initiatives by allowing for a higher fee and a more flexible renewal process. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.

Statutes affected:
HB191 Original: 33:8(F)(2), 33:8(F)(4)