| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Local Government Committee | |
HB 2961
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Authorizing the establishment of utility local improvement districts for underground facilities that transmit or distribute electricity or communications.
Sponsors: Representatives Nelson, Simpson and Hasegawa.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/31/08
Staff: Thamas Osborn (786-7129).
Background:
Cities and towns are authorized to create a utility local improvement district for the purpose of
constructing, acquiring, or purchasing all or a portion of the following types of utilities:
A utility local improvement district may be created either through a resolution passed by the
governing body of the city or town, or by the petition of property owners within the proposed
district. Both the resolution and petition methods of creating the district are subject to
procedures and requirements specified by statute, including requirements pertaining to public
notice and hearings.
The costs of creating a utility local improvement district may be paid, in whole or in part,
through taxes assessed against property that is specially benefitted by the improvements in the
district. The city or town may issue and sell revenue bonds in order to finance projects within
the district.
Summary of Bill:
Cities and towns are authorized to create a utility local improvement district for the purpose of
building underground facilities for the transmission or distribution of electricity or
communications.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.