This bill establishes provisions for the creation of village districts aimed at addressing cyanobacteria and related water quality issues. It amends existing laws to include a new subparagraph in RSA 52:1, allowing for the mitigation of cyanobacteria and water quality protection as a purpose of village districts. Additionally, it introduces a new section (RSA 52:1-b) that permits village districts to collaborate with other districts or towns to implement cyanobacteria mitigation projects and participate in state or federal programs. The bill also allows for the establishment of contingency and reserve funds specifically for these projects, as outlined in the new section RSA 52:4-b.

Furthermore, the bill updates definitions related to cyanobacteria mitigation and water quality protection in RSA 52-A:1, clarifying the scope of public services and facilities involved. It expands the authority of towns, cities, and village districts to establish special assessment districts for funding public facilities and services related to water quality, as detailed in the amended RSA 52-A:2. The bill also allows for joint applications for funding from state and federal sources to support these initiatives. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 52:1, 52-A:1, 52-A:2
SB493 text: 52:1, 52-A:1, 52-A:2