The bill, S.B. No. 1933, amends the Special District Local Laws Code to revise the appointment process and qualifications for the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District. It introduces a new definition for "Commission," referring to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and establishes that the board will consist of seven directors appointed by this commission. The bill outlines a formal application process for potential directors, including public notice of open positions, required qualifications, and a review process for evaluating applicants. Additionally, it sets term limits for directors, stating they cannot serve more than two consecutive terms or exceed eight years in total.
The bill also specifies the qualifications necessary for appointment, such as residency in the district and relevant experience in water utility management or public service. It includes provisions for the removal of directors under certain conditions and mandates that the commission be notified of any removals. Furthermore, it repeals certain existing provisions related to the appointment and qualifications of directors, streamlining the governance structure of the Agua Special Utility District. The changes will not affect the terms of current directors but will apply to any vacancies occurring after the bill's effective date.
Statutes affected: Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 7201.001, Special District Local Laws Code 7201.055, Special District Local Laws Code 7201.058, Special District Local Laws Code 7201.059, The following provisions of the Special District Local Laws Code 49.052 (Special District Local Laws Code 7201, The following provisions of the Special District Local Laws Code 49)