The bill establishes the Wise Regional Water District, governed by a board of directors with the authority to issue bonds, impose fees, and exercise limited eminent domain powers. The district will cover Wise County and may expand to include areas within municipalities or water districts outside the county through contractual agreements. Key definitions are provided, along with the administrative structure, including the appointment and qualifications of board members. The bill mandates the board to adopt bylaws for operations, specifies the composition and voting rights of the board, and outlines the process for appointing initial directors, ensuring that they are qualified voters residing in the district.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for the creation and governance of subdistricts within the Wise Regional Water District, requiring public hearings and municipal approval for their establishment. It details the petition process for creating subdistricts, including the need for public notice and the board's responsibilities in defining boundaries. The governance structure for subdistricts is established, with boards of supervisors appointed from residents, and it clarifies that subdistricts will have similar powers to the district but cannot exercise eminent domain. The bill also emphasizes the district's authority to enter into contracts for water and wastewater services and ensures that all property owned by the district or subdistrict is exempt from taxation.

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