This bill authorizes municipalities in New Mexico to acquire, operate, and maintain municipal utilities specifically for storm water services, allowing them to charge fees for these services. A new section is added to the Municipal Code that defines the authority of municipalities to manage storm water through collection, treatment, storage, or disposal. Additionally, it mandates that property owners within the municipality pay a reasonable fee for the storm water services provided.

The bill also amends existing definitions in the Municipal Code to include "storm water facilities" within the definition of "municipal utility." Furthermore, it expands the types of services for which municipalities can require advance payments or deposits to include storm water service, alongside water, electricity, gas, sewer service, and refuse collection. This legislative change aims to enhance municipal capabilities in managing storm water effectively while ensuring that funding for these services is secured through appropriate fees.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 3-1-2, 3-23-1