Texas § SD.3846.004 - FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE

§ SD.3846.004. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE

FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit. (b) All land and other property included in the district will benefit from the works, projects, improvements, and services to be provided by the district under powers granted by Section 52 , Article III, and Section 59 , Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and other powers granted under this chapter. (c) Each improvement project authorized by this chapter is essential to carry out a public purpose. (d) The creation of the district is in the public interest and is essential to: (1) further the public purposes of developing and diversifying the economy of the state; (2) eliminate unemployment and underemployment; and (3) develop or expand transportation and commerce. (e) The district will: (1) promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents, employers, employees, and consumers in the district and of the public; (2) promote and develop public transportation and pedestrian facilities and systems by new and alternative means, including securing expanded and improved transportation and pedestrian facilities and systems; (3) provide needed funding for the area in the district to preserve, maintain, and enhance the economic health and vitality of the area as a community and business center; and (4) promote the health, safety, welfare, education, convenience, and enjoyment of the public by: (A) improving, landscaping, and developing certain areas in and adjacent to the district; and (B) providing public services and facilities in and adjacent to the district that are necessary for the restoration, preservation, enhancement, and enjoyment of scenic and aesthetic beauty. (f) The district will not act as the agent or instrumentality of any private interest even though the district will benefit many private interests as well as the public. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166 ), Sec. 1.03, eff. April 1, 2009.