This bill amends the Business Improvement District Act in Nebraska, specifically targeting the protest procedures for the creation and modification of business improvement districts. Key changes include the introduction of a voting postcard system for property owners and users of space within the proposed districts. If a special assessment is to be used, proceedings will terminate if less than fifty percent of the record owners or users return the postcard vote in favor of the proposed district. Additionally, the bill clarifies the notification process for hearings, requiring that notices be sent to property owners and users of space, along with a self-addressed postcard for voting.

The bill also modifies the language regarding the city council's responsibilities during hearings, emphasizing the need to hear protests and receive evidence while ruling on written protests before the hearing concludes. The amendments aim to streamline the process and ensure that the voices of property owners and users are adequately represented in decisions affecting business improvement districts. The original sections of the law being amended are repealed, indicating a significant update to the existing legal framework governing these districts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-4027, 19-4029.01, 19-4029.04