HB 2805-S - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 2ND SUB)

Finds that there is a need to understand what impact the current trends in city and county revenue sources and expenditures may have on land-use planning and meeting the goals of the growth management act, especially goals regarding locating development where adequate facilities exist, reducing sprawl, encouraging efficient transportation systems, and providing affordable housing.

Declares an intent to create the blue ribbon commission on land use and local government finance to understand and make recommendations on the impact that current trends in city and county revenue sources and expenditures may have on land-use decisions made by counties and cities and meeting the goals of the growth management act.

Provides that the commission shall convene commencing June 1, 2004, and shall complete its work by June 30, 2006. The commission shall submit a report to the governor and the appropriate committees of the legislature stating its findings, conclusions, and recommendations not later than November 1, 2005.