This bill amends several sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska related to the establishment and management of improvement districts by cities of the first class. Key changes include the expansion of the types of improvements that can be made, such as the construction of sidewalks and public spaces, and the introduction of provisions for funding these improvements through special assessments on benefited properties. The bill also clarifies the process for creating improvement districts, including the requirement for the mayor and city council to create these districts by ordinance and the need for public notice and the opportunity for property owners to object.

Additionally, the bill modifies the bidding process for improvements, allowing for more flexibility in the materials used and the ability for property owners to influence material selection. It establishes guidelines for the assessment of costs associated with improvements, ensuring that these costs are proportionate to the benefits received by the properties within the districts. The bill also introduces provisions for issuing street improvement bonds to finance these projects, while repealing the original sections that are being amended. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process of creating and funding improvement districts while enhancing the involvement of property owners in decision-making.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 16-617, 16-617.01, 16-618, 16-619, 16-620, 16-621, 16-622, 16-623, 16-624