Senate Bill No. introduced by W. Curdy aims to revise urban transportation district laws in Montana by implementing several key changes. The bill mandates the election of commissioners to govern transportation districts, removing the previous provision that allowed local governments to decide whether the board should be elected or appointed. Additionally, it prohibits local governments from requiring the addition of land to an urban transportation district as a condition for development, ensuring that property owners can petition for inclusion without facing exactions. The bill also requires transportation districts to maintain an inventory or map that clearly delineates areas added to the district.

Furthermore, the bill allows for the removal of areas from a transportation district if they have not received direct transportation service for five years, exempting those areas from any existing indebtedness. This provision aims to provide relief to property owners in areas that are no longer served by the district. The bill includes definitions for terms such as "direct transportation service" and outlines the procedures for board elections, including the determination of board member numbers, terms, and vacancy filling processes. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in the governance of urban transportation districts while protecting property owners' rights.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241
SB0510_1(1): 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241
SB0510_1(2): 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241
SB0510_1(3): 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241
SB0510_1(4): 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241
SB0510_1: 7-14-202, 7-14-212, 7-14-241