By: Hancock  S.B. No. 1162
         (In the Senate - Filed March 10, 2015; March 17, 2015, read
  first time and referred to Committee on Intergovernmental
  Relations; April 22, 2015, reported favorably by the following
  vote:  Yeas 5, Nays 0; April 22, 2015, sent to printer.)
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A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
 
AN ACT
 
  relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws
  concerning water and wastewater special districts, including
  conforming amendments.
         BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
  ARTICLE 1.  NONSUBSTANTIVE REVISION OF LOCAL LAWS
         SECTION 1.01.  Subtitle A, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 6610, 6611, 6612, 6613, and
  6614 to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 6610.  SAN PATRICIO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6610.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6610.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6610.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PURPOSE
  Sec. 6610.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  Sec. 6610.005.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 6610.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
  Sec. 6610.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
  Sec. 6610.053.  DIRECTOR'S BOND
  Sec. 6610.054.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 6610.055.  BOARD VACANCY
  Sec. 6610.056.  BOARD MEETINGS
  Sec. 6610.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE
  Sec. 6610.058.  DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6610.101.  GENERAL POWERS
  Sec. 6610.102.  GENERAL RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE POWERS
  Sec. 6610.103.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN
  Sec. 6610.104.  CONSTRUCTION ON PUBLIC LAND
  Sec. 6610.105.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
  Sec. 6610.106.  DISPOSAL OF DISTRICT PROPERTY
  Sec. 6610.107.  DISPOSAL OF IMPOUNDED WATER
  Sec. 6610.108.  CONTRACTS AND COOPERATION WITH STATE
                   AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS
  Sec. 6610.109.  ARRANGEMENTS WITH UNITED STATES
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6610.151.  DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY 
  Sec. 6610.152.  ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
                   PUBLIC INSPECTION 
  Sec. 6610.153.  FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT 
  Sec. 6610.154.  DEPOSITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER E. TAXES
  Sec. 6610.201.  AD VALOREM TAX FOR MAINTENANCE AND
                   OPERATION
 
  Sec. 6610.202.  ELECTION FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
                   TAX 
  Sec. 6610.203.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
  Sec. 6610.204.  CERTIFICATION OF TAX RATE
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
  Sec. 6610.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR
                   BONDS
  Sec. 6610.252.  FORM OF BONDS
  Sec. 6610.253.  MATURITY
  Sec. 6610.254.  ELECTION REQUIRED
  Sec. 6610.255.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS
  CHAPTER 6610.  SAN PATRICIO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6610.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Commissioners court" means the San Patricio
  County Commissioners Court.
               (3)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (4)  "District" means the San Patricio County Drainage
  District. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6610.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, to provide drainage for the
  district and reclamation and drainage of the district's overflowed
  lands and other lands needing drainage.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  187, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PURPOSE. (a)  All
  property in the district and in this state will benefit from the
  district, the improvements and facilities acquired or constructed
  under this chapter, and all the provisions of this chapter.
         (b)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Secs. 1 (part), 17.)
         Sec. 6610.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY.  The district's
  boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of San Patricio
  County unless the district's territory has been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (2)  other law. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 1
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 6610.005.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
  chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
  61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 16.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 6610.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The board
  consists of five directors appointed by the commissioners court as
  follows:
               (1)  one director appointed from each county
  commissioners precinct; and
               (2)  one director appointed from the county at large.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered two-year terms, with the
  terms of two directors expiring on January 31 of each even-numbered
  year and the terms of three directors expiring on January 31 of each
  odd-numbered year.
         (c)  In January of each year, the commissioners court shall
  appoint directors to succeed directors whose term of office will
  expire January 31.  The appointed directors' terms begin on
  February 1 of that year.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 4
  (part).)
         Sec. 6610.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a)  A director
  must:
               (1)  be at least 18 years of age;
               (2)  be a resident of this state; and
               (3)  own land subject to taxation in the district.
         (b)  A director appointed from a county commissioners
  precinct must be a resident of the precinct for which the director
  is appointed.
         (c)  A person is not eligible to serve as a director if the
  person owes delinquent taxes to San Patricio County.  (Acts 61st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.053.  DIRECTOR'S BOND. (a)  Each director shall
  furnish a bond for $5,000 payable to the district and conditioned on
  faithful performance of the director's duties.
         (b)  The bonds must be submitted to the commissioners court
  for approval. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.054.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS.  (a)  Each
  director shall receive compensation as set by the commissioners
  court in an amount not to exceed the sum of $2,400 in any one
  calendar year.
         (b)  In all areas of conflict with Subsection (a) of this
  section, Section 49.060, Water Code, takes precedence.
         (c)  A director's compensation may be increased as
  authorized by Section 49.060, Water Code, by resolution adopted by
  the board in accordance with Subsection (e) of that section on or
  after September 1, 1995.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 8
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 6610.055.  BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
  office of director, the commissioners court shall appoint a
  director for the unexpired term. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187,
  Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.056.  BOARD MEETINGS. (a)  The board shall hold
  regular meetings at least once each calendar month at times
  prescribed by order adopted by the board.
         (b)  The board shall hold special meetings when called by the
  board president or by any two other directors.  The board secretary
  shall give written notice of a special meeting to each director.  A
  director may waive the notice. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec.
  5 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE. The board shall designate
  the location of the district's principal office at any place within
  the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.058.  DISTRICT EMPLOYEES.  (a)  The board shall
  set the compensation of the general manager, attorneys, engineers,
  and all other employees of the district.
         (b)  The board shall set the term and time of employment of
  all employees of the district and the method by which an employee
  may be discharged. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 8 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6610.101.  GENERAL POWERS. (a)  The district has the
  powers of government and may exercise the rights, privileges, and
  functions provided under this chapter.
         (b)  The district may perform any act necessary or proper to
  carry out a district purpose. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Secs.
  1 (part), 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.102.  GENERAL RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE POWERS.
  The district may:
               (1)  devise plans and construct works to lessen and
  control floods and excess water;
               (2)  reclaim land in the district;
               (3)  provide drainage facilities and improvements for
  the reclamation and drainage of the overflowed land and other land
  in the district that needs drainage;
               (4)  acquire and construct properties, facilities, and
  improvements inside or outside the district that in the judgment of
  the board are necessary to lessen and control floods in the district
  or to facilitate drainage and reclamation of land in the district;
               (5)  remove natural or artificial obstructions from
  streams and watercourses; and
               (6)  clean, straighten, widen, and maintain streams,
  watercourses, and drainage ditches. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.103.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN.
  (a)  The district, by gift, devise, purchase, lease, or
  condemnation, may acquire an easement, right-of-way, or other
  property needed to carry on the work of the district.
         (b)  The district may exercise the power of eminent domain.
  Procedures with reference to condemnation, the assessment and
  estimation of damages, payment, appeal, and entrance on property
  pending appeal, and all other procedures prescribed by Chapter 21,
  Property Code, apply to the district.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.104.  CONSTRUCTION ON PUBLIC LAND. (a)  The
  district may construct, acquire, own, and operate works, ditches,
  canals, or other improvements over, across, through, under, or
  along:
               (1)  a public stream, canal, road, or highway; or
               (2)  land belonging to this state.
         (b)  A plan for an improvement under Subsection (a) on a
  state highway is subject to the approval of the Texas Department of
  Transportation.
         (c)  A plan for an improvement under Subsection (a) on Texas
  Department of Criminal Justice land is subject to the approval of
  the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
         (d)  A plan for an improvement of a public water supply canal
  or public stream under Subsection (a) is subject to the approval of
  the state or federal agency that has jurisdiction over or that owns
  the public water supply canal or stream. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.105.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power makes necessary
  the relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade
  of, or altering the construction of a railroad, the necessary
  action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of the district.
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.106.  DISPOSAL OF DISTRICT PROPERTY. (a)  The
  district may sell, trade, or otherwise dispose of property or a
  property right that is no longer needed for a district purpose.
         (b)  District land that adjoins privately owned land shall
  revert to the adjoining landowner when no longer needed for a
  district purpose. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.107.  DISPOSAL OF IMPOUNDED WATER. The district
  may sell or otherwise dispose of any water impounded by a district
  improvement under conditions, contracts, and terms determined by
  the board, subject to the approval of any other political
  subdivision that has been granted rights to the water before May 13,
  1969.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.108.  CONTRACTS AND COOPERATION WITH STATE AND
  POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS. The district may cooperate and contract
  with an agency or political subdivision of this state to carry out a
  district purpose. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.109.  ARRANGEMENTS WITH UNITED STATES. (a)  The
  district may cooperate with, contract with, or receive a grant,
  loan, or advancement from the United States to carry out a district
  power or to further a district purpose.
         (b)  The district may contribute to the United States in
  connection with any project that is undertaken by the United States
  and affects or relates to a district purpose. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 10 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6610.151.  DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY. The district may
  disburse its money only by a check, draft, order, or other written
  instrument signed by a person authorized to sign the instrument by
  board order or resolution. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 7
  (part).)
         Sec. 6610.152.  ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
  PUBLIC INSPECTION. (a)  The board shall keep complete and accurate
  accounts conforming to approved methods of bookkeeping.
         (b)  The accounts and all contracts, documents, and records
  of the district shall be maintained at a place or places in the
  district designated by the board.
         (c)  All contracts, documents, and records of the district
  shall be open for public inspection at all reasonable times.  (Acts
  61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.153.  FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT. Copies of
  the audit report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water
  Code, shall be certified to by the accountant who performed the
  audit and filed:
               (1)  as required by Section 49.194, Water Code; and
               (2)  with the state auditor. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  187, Sec. 7 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6610.154.  DEPOSITORY. (a)  The board shall designate
  one or more banks in the district to serve as a depository for
  district money.
         (b)  All district money shall be deposited in a depository
  bank, except that sufficient money shall be remitted to the
  appropriate bank of payment to pay the principal of and interest on
  the district's outstanding bonds on or before the maturity date of
  the principal and interest.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
  insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
  must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
  county funds.
         (d)  If the board designates a depository bank as the
  treasurer of the district, the bank shall serve as the treasurer.  
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 9.)
  SUBCHAPTER E. TAXES
         Sec. 6610.201.  AD VALOREM TAX FOR MAINTENANCE AND
  OPERATION. (a)  The board may impose an annual ad valorem tax at a
  rate not to exceed 35 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable
  property in the district for the maintenance, operation, upkeep,
  and improvement of the district and the district's facilities,
  properties, and improvements.
         (b)  The board may hold elections to increase, reduce, or
  abate a tax imposed under this section, subject to the limitation
  prescribed by Subsection (a).
         (c)  An election to authorize the imposition of the tax or a
  subsequent tax election must be held as provided by Section
  6610.202.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 14 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.202.  ELECTION FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX.
  (a)  The order calling an election under Section 6610.201 must
  specify:
               (1)  the date of the election;
               (2)  the location of the voting places; and
               (3)  the presiding judge for each voting place.
         (b)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
  substantial copy of the order calling the election in a newspaper of
  general circulation in San Patricio County. The notice must be
  published once each week for two consecutive weeks. The first
  publication must be at least 14 days before the date of the
  election.
         (c)  In addition to the requirements of the Election Code,
  the ballots for an election for the imposition of a maintenance and
  operation tax must have printed on them "For Maintenance tax" and
  the contrary of that proposition.
         (d)  The failure of an election does not prohibit subsequent
  elections for the same purpose. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187,
  Secs. 2 (part), 14 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.203.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The San Patricio
  County tax assessor-collector shall assess and collect taxes
  imposed by the board. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 15
  (part).)
         Sec. 6610.204.  CERTIFICATION OF TAX RATE. Each year, the
  board shall certify to the San Patricio County tax
  assessor-collector the rate or rates of tax that the board has
  imposed for bond and maintenance purposes. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 187, Sec. 15 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
         Sec. 6610.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR BONDS.
  (a)  The board may issue district bonds to acquire money to
  accomplish any district purpose or carry out any power granted
  under this chapter to the district.
         (b)  The board may impose continuing direct annual ad valorem
  taxes on all taxable property in the district sufficient to:
               (1)  provide for the payment of the interest on the
  bonds as the interest accrues; and
               (2)  create and provide for a sinking fund to pay the
  principal of the bonds as the principal matures. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 11 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.252.  FORM OF BONDS. District bonds and any
  interest coupons appurtenant to the bonds must be signed and
  executed as provided by the board in the order authorizing the
  issuance of the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 11
  (part).)
         Sec. 6610.253.  MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
  later than 40 years after their date of issuance. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 11 (part).)
         Sec. 6610.254.  ELECTION REQUIRED. (a)  Bonds, other than
  refunding bonds, may not be issued under Section 6610.251 unless
  first authorized by a majority of the voters voting at an election
  held to determine whether the bonds should be issued and whether a
  tax should be imposed to pay the principal of and interest on the
  bonds.
         (b)  If a majority of the voters voting at a district bond
  election vote in favor of the issuance of bonds and the imposition
  of taxes, the board may:
               (1)  issue, sell, and deliver the bonds;
               (2)  receive and use the proceeds for district
  purposes; and
               (3)  impose taxes on all taxable property in the
  district sufficient to pay the interest on and principal of the
  bonds.
         (c)  Notice of the election shall be given in the manner
  provided by Section 6610.202.
         (d)  In addition to the requirements of the Election Code,
  the ballots must have printed on them "For the bonds and levy of
  taxes in payment thereof" and the contrary of that proposition.  
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec. 11 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6610.255.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a)  The board may
  appropriate or set aside out of proceeds from the sale of district
  bonds an amount for:
               (1)  the payment of interest expected to accrue during
  the period of construction of improvements or facilities; and
               (2)  the payment of all expenses incurred and to be
  incurred in the issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds.
         (b)  For purposes of this section, the period of construction
  may not exceed three years.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 187, Sec.
  13(a).)
  CHAPTER 6611. WILLACY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6611.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6611.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6611.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
  Sec. 6611.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 6611.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD
  Sec. 6611.052.  DUTIES OF COUNTY OFFICIALS IN
                   CONNECTION WITH DISTRICT; DISTRICT
                   OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6611.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6611.102.  DISTRICT POWERS
  Sec. 6611.103.  EMINENT DOMAIN
  Sec. 6611.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
  Sec. 6611.105.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER D. TAXES
  Sec. 6611.151.  AD VALOREM TAX FOR MAINTENANCE AND
                   OPERATIONS
  Sec. 6611.152.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 6611.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR
                   BONDS
  Sec. 6611.202.  LIMITATION ON DEBT
  Sec. 6611.203.  MATURITY
  Sec. 6611.204.  BOND ELECTION
  CHAPTER 6611. WILLACY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6611.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Willacy County Drainage
  District No. 2. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6611.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, for the sole purpose of the
  reclamation and drainage of the district's overflowed lands and
  other lands needing drainage. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Secs.
  1 (part), 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6611.003.  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 creation of the district and the improvements
  the district will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Secs. 11, 13.)
         Sec. 6611.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 11, Acts
  of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter G, Chapter 53, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 6611.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  five elected directors.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 5
  (part).)
         Sec. 6611.052.  DUTIES OF COUNTY OFFICIALS IN CONNECTION
  WITH DISTRICT; DISTRICT OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS. (a)  The
  county tax assessor-collector, county treasurer, and county
  depository of Willacy County shall perform all duties in connection
  with the district that they are required to perform by law in
  connection with official matters for Willacy County.
         (b)  The board may employ a general manager for the district
  and any other agents, attorneys, engineers, and employees
  considered necessary in connection with the purposes of this
  chapter. All compensation for a person employed under this
  subsection may be payable from funds created under this chapter for
  the maintenance and operation of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 7.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6611.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. To accomplish
  the purpose of reclaiming and draining the district's overflowed
  lands and other lands needing drainage, the district has all the
  rights, powers, privileges, and duties provided by general law
  applicable to a fresh water supply district created under Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including the power to
  conserve, transport, and distribute fresh water. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6611.102.  DISTRICT POWERS.  (a)  The district may
  construct, acquire, improve, enlarge, extend, repair, maintain, or
  replace any wall, dam, dike, levee, embankment, canal, drain, tank,
  lateral, or pump that the board considers necessary to carry out the
  district's purpose.
         (b)  The district may make, construct, or otherwise acquire
  an improvement inside or outside the district's boundaries as
  necessary to carry out the powers granted by this chapter or general
  law.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6611.103.  EMINENT DOMAIN. The district's power of
  eminent domain is confined to Willacy County. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 4.)
         Sec. 6611.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.  
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted under
  this chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting,
  changing the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway,
  railroad, electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph
  property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
  accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6611.105.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT.  (a)  In
  addition to adding land as provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49,
  Water Code, the district may add land as provided by this section.
  Land added to the district need not be contiguous to the district.
         (b)  The owner or owners of land may request by petition that
  the board include the land in the district.
         (c)  A petition under Subsection (b) must be filed with the
  board and describe the land to be added to the district. The
  description may be by metes and bounds or by lot and block number.
  The petition must be signed and executed in the manner provided by
  law for the conveyance of real estate.
         (d)  The board shall hear and consider a petition filed under
  this section.  The board may grant the petition and add the land to
  the district if the board considers the addition to be to the
  advantage of the district.
         (e)  A petition granted under this section shall be filed and
  recorded in the deed records of Willacy County. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 12.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. TAXES
         Sec. 6611.151.  AD VALOREM TAX FOR MAINTENANCE AND
  OPERATIONS. (a)  The board may impose a tax at a rate not to exceed
  25 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable property in the district
  to pay the cost of maintaining district property and operating the
  district.
         (b)  An election to authorize the imposition of the tax must
  be called by the board in the manner provided by Section 6611.204.  
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6611.152.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The Willacy County
  tax assessor-collector is the tax assessor-collector for the
  district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 10 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 6611.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR BONDS.
  (a)  The board may issue district bonds to acquire money to
  accomplish any district purpose or carry out any power granted
  under this chapter to the district.
         (b)  The board may impose a tax on all taxable property in the
  district, as shown by the most recent certified appraisal roll of
  the district, sufficient to:
               (1)  provide for the payment of the interest on the
  bonds as the interest accrues; and
               (2)  create a sinking fund for the redemption of the
  bonds as the bonds mature.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 8(a)
  (part).)
         Sec. 6611.202.  LIMITATION ON DEBT. The total principal
  amount of bonds issued under Section 6611.201 that the district may
  have outstanding at any time may not exceed 15 percent of the
  assessed value of all taxable property in the district as shown by
  the most recent appraisal roll of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 8(a) (part).)
         Sec. 6611.203.  MATURITY. District bonds issued under
  Section 6611.201 must mature not later than 30 years after their
  date of issuance. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Sec. 8(e) (part).)
         Sec. 6611.204.  BOND ELECTION. (a)  The board may submit a
  proposition for the issuance of district bonds under Section
  6611.201 at an election called for that purpose at any time the
  board considers proper.
         (b)  Chapter 1251, Government Code, applies to a district
  bond election except to the extent of any conflict with this
  chapter.
         (c)  If a majority of the voters voting at a district bond
  election vote in favor of the issuance of bonds and the imposition
  of taxes, the board may:
               (1)  issue, sell, and deliver the bonds;
               (2)  receive, use, and apply the proceeds for district
  purposes; and
               (3)  impose taxes on all property subject to taxation
  in the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 11, Secs. 8(b) (part),
  (c) (part).)
  CHAPTER 6612.  CAMERON COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6612.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6612.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6612.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
  Sec. 6612.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 6612.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6612.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES
  CHAPTER 6612.  CAMERON COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6612.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Commissioners court" means the Cameron County
  Commissioners Court.
               (3)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (4)  "District" means the Cameron County Drainage
  District No. 1. (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 145, Sec. 5 (part);
  New.)
         Sec. 6612.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Cameron County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, for all purposes
  of that section, including the reclamation and drainage of its
  seeped, salty, waterlogged, and overflowed land and other land
  needing drainage. (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 145, Secs. 1 (part), 2
  (part), 5 (part).)
         Sec. 6612.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a)  The conversion of the district into a conservation and
  reclamation district under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, and the provision to the district of the powers
  conferred by that section:
               (1)  will benefit the residents and property in the
  district; and
               (2)  benefit all property included in the district.
         (b)  No property which is benefited is not included in the
  district.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 41st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 145, Secs. 2 (part), 11 (part).)
         Sec. 6612.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 145, Acts
  of the 41st Legislature, Regular Session, 1929, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter I, Chapter 56, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 56, Water Code;
               (3)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (4)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 6612.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  three directors appointed by the commissioners court. (Acts 41st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 145, Sec. 4 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6612.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. (a)  The
  district has the:
               (1)  rights, powers, functions, and privileges
  provided to a conservation and reclamation district by the Texas
  Constitution and general law;
               (2)  rights, powers, privileges, and duties provided to
  a drainage district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, and organized under general law, including Chapters
  49 and 56, Water Code; and
               (3)  powers of government and the authority to exercise
  the rights, privileges, and functions conferred by this chapter.
         (b)  The district has the right and power of a drainage
  district organized under Chapter 56, Water Code, to impose taxes
  and issue bonds. (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 145, Secs. 1 (part), 5
  (part), 7 (part), 11 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 6613.  CAMERON COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6613.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6613.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6613.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 6613.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 6613.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD
  Sec. 6613.052.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6613.101.  GENERAL POWERS
  Sec. 6613.102.  CONTROL, CONSTRUCTION, AND REPAIR OF
                   DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS; CONTRACTS FOR
                   NEW CONSTRUCTION
  SUBCHAPTER D. FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6613.151.  TAXES
  Sec. 6613.152.  DISTRICT FUNDS
  CHAPTER 6613.  CAMERON COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6613.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Cameron County Drainage
  District No. 3. (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Secs. 3 (part), 10
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 6613.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  drainage district created as a conservation and reclamation
  district under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Secs. 3 (part), 10 (part).)
         Sec. 6613.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a)  The conversion of the district into a conservation and
  reclamation district under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution:
               (1)  is feasible, practicable, and needed;
               (2)  will be a public benefit and a public utility; and
               (3)  will benefit all land and property included in the
  district.
         (b)  All property in the district is benefited, and no
  property benefited is not included in the district.
         (c)  No land is included in the district except land that
  will be benefited.  (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Secs. 2 (part), 3
  (part).)
         Sec. 6613.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 45, Acts
  of the 41st Legislature, Regular Session, 1929, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (2)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 6613.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  three directors.  (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Sec. 6 (part);
  New.)
         Sec. 6613.052.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS. (a)  A director
  shall receive for the director's services not more than $5 per day
  for the time the director is actually engaged in the work of the
  district, which shall be set by order of the commissioners court.
         (b)  In all areas of conflict with Subsection (a) of this
  section, Section 49.060, Water Code, takes precedence.
         (c)  A director's compensation may be increased as
  authorized by Section 49.060, Water Code, by resolution adopted by
  the board in accordance with Subsection (e) of that section on or
  after September 1, 1995.  (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Sec. 6
  (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6613.101.  GENERAL POWERS. The district has the
  powers, functions, and privileges provided under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and the general laws governing
  drainage districts. (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Secs. 9 (part),
  10 (part).)
         Sec. 6613.102.  CONTROL, CONSTRUCTION, AND REPAIR OF
  DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS; CONTRACTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION. (a)  The
  board may control and supervise the construction and maintenance of
  canals, drains, ditches, levees, and other improvements of the
  district and shall keep them in repair.
         (b)  The board may construct new improvements necessary for
  the drainage of land in the district.
         (c)  A contract for new construction may or may not be let on
  bids and contracts as provided by law, within the discretion of the
  board as may seem for the best interest of the district.  (Acts 41st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Sec. 4.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6613.151.  TAXES. The board shall annually impose
  taxes on all taxable property in the district:
               (1)  in an amount sufficient to pay the interest as it
  becomes due on district bonds and to create a sinking fund for the
  payment of the bonds at maturity; and
               (2)  to pay for the maintenance and operation of the
  district and necessary improvements to be made for the district.  
  (Acts 41st Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Sec. 5.)
         Sec. 6613.152.  DISTRICT FUNDS. (a)  The interest and
  sinking fund consists of taxes collected for the fund.  Money in the
  interest and sinking fund may be paid out only to:
               (1)  pay district bonds and satisfy and discharge
  interest on the bonds; and
               (2)  defray the expense of imposing a tax for the fund.
         (b)  The maintenance and improvement fund consists of money
  collected by assessment or other sources for:
               (1)  the maintenance of property owned or acquired by
  the district;
               (2)  necessary improvements to be made by the district;
  and
               (3)  the general purposes of the district.  (Acts 41st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 45, Secs. 7, 8.)
  CHAPTER 6614. OLD RIVER DRAINAGE DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY,
  TEXAS, NO. 1
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6614.001.  DEFINITION
  Sec. 6614.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6614.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT
  Sec. 6614.004.  GOVERNING LAW
  SUBCHAPTER B.  POWERS
  Sec. 6614.051.  GENERAL POWERS
  CHAPTER 6614. OLD RIVER DRAINAGE DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY,
  TEXAS, NO. 1
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6614.001.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "district"
  means the Old River Drainage District of Liberty County, Texas, No.
  1. (New.)
         Sec. 6614.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district under Section 59, Article
  XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 41st Leg., 4th C.S., Ch. 4, S.L.,
  Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6614.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT. The conversion of the
  district into a conservation and reclamation district under Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and the provision to the
  district of the powers conferred by that section will benefit the
  residents of and property in the district. (Acts 41st Leg., 4th
  C.S., Ch. 4, S.L., Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6614.004.  GOVERNING LAW. The general laws applicable
  to conservation and reclamation districts govern the district.
  (Acts 41st Leg., 4th C.S., Ch. 4, S.L., Sec. 4.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  POWERS
         Sec. 6614.051.  GENERAL POWERS. The district has the powers
  conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, to a
  conservation and reclamation district.  (Acts 41st Leg., 4th C.S.,
  Ch. 4, S.L., Sec. 2 (part).)
         SECTION 1.02.  Subtitle B, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 6910, 6912, 6914, and 6915
  to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 6910.  HULL FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6910.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6910.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT
  Sec. 6910.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
  Sec. 6910.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
  Sec. 6910.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6910.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6910.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS
  Sec. 6910.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
  Sec. 6910.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6910.151.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
  CHAPTER 6910.  HULL FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6910.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of supervisors of the
  district.
               (2)  "District" means the Hull Fresh Water Supply
  District.
               (3)  "Supervisor" means a member of the board. (Acts
  57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6910.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in Liberty
  County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
               (2)  a fresh water supply district; and
               (3)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 533, Secs. 1 (part), 5 (part), 6 (part).)
         Sec. 6910.003.  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 creation of the district and the improvements
  that the district will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 57th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 533, Secs. 5 (part), 6 (part).)
         Sec. 6910.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 533, Acts
  of the 57th Legislature, Regular Session, 1961, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter G, Chapter 53, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
         Sec. 6910.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  five elected supervisors.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 3
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6910.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. The district has
  all the rights, powers, privileges, and duties provided by general
  law applicable to a fresh water supply district created under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49
  and 53, Water Code. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6910.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS. The district
  may make, construct, or otherwise acquire improvements inside or
  outside the district that are necessary to carry out a power granted
  to the district under this chapter or a general law described by
  Section 6910.101. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6910.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district.
  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6910.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted under
  this chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting,
  changing the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway,
  railroad, electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph
  property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
  accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 57th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 533, Sec. 2 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6910.151.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a)  The
  board shall appoint a tax assessor-collector for the district for a
  term not to exceed the term of office of the supervisors making the
  appointment.
         (b)  The district's tax assessor-collector is not required
  to be a resident or voter of the district. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 533, Sec. 4 (part).)
  CHAPTER 6912.  MEMORIAL VILLAGES WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6912.001.  DEFINITIONS
  Sec. 6912.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY
  Sec. 6912.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
  Sec. 6912.004.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY
  Sec. 6912.005.  CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
  Sec. 6912.006.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
  Sec. 6912.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD
  Sec. 6912.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
  Sec. 6912.053.  ELIGIBILITY FOR CANDIDACY FOR BOARD
                   POSITIONS
  Sec. 6912.054.  SUPERVISORS' ELECTION
  Sec. 6912.055.  BALLOT PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDATES
  Sec. 6912.056.  SUPERVISOR'S BOND
  Sec. 6912.057.  VACANCIES
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6912.101.  GENERAL POWERS
  Sec. 6912.102.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER OR SEWAGE
                   SERVICES
  Sec. 6912.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6912.151.  TAX METHOD
  Sec. 6912.152.  IMPOSITION OF TAXES; TAX
                   ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
  Sec. 6912.153.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 6912.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 6912.201.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 6912.  MEMORIAL VILLAGES WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6912.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Authority" means the Memorial Villages Water
  Authority.
               (2)  "Board" means the board of supervisors of the
  authority.
               (3)  "Supervisor" means a member of the board. (Acts
  57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6912.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY. The authority is a
  conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and a political subdivision of
  this state.  (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 6912.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a)  The authority is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land included in the boundaries of the authority
  will benefit from the authority.
         (c)  The authority is essential to the accomplishment of the
  preservation and conservation of the natural resources of this
  state.
         (d)  This chapter addresses a subject in which the state and
  general public are interested.
         (e)  Because the accomplishment of the purposes stated in
  this chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for
  the improvement of their property and industries, the authority in
  carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
  essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 57th
  Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Secs. 2 (part), 9 (part), 11 (part).)
         Sec. 6912.004.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY. The authority is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 20, Acts
  of the 57th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962, as that
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter G, Chapter 53, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
         Sec. 6912.005.  CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
  court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
  constitution of this state or of the United States, the authority by
  resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
  the constitution. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 12
  (part).)
         Sec. 6912.006.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
  chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
  57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 11 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
         Sec. 6912.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  seven elected supervisors. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Secs.
  3(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A supervisor
  must:
               (1)  be at least 18 years of age; and
               (2)  reside in and own land in the authority.  (Acts
  57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.053.  ELIGIBILITY FOR CANDIDACY FOR BOARD
  POSITIONS. (a)  To be eligible as a candidate for Position 1 or
  Position 2, a person must at the time be a resident of the City of
  Hedwig Village, Texas.
         (b)  To be eligible as a candidate for Position 3 or Position
  4, a person must at the time be a resident of the City of Hunters
  Creek Village, Texas.
         (c)  To be eligible as a candidate for Position 5 or Position
  6, a person must at the time be a resident of the City of Piney Point
  Village, Texas.
         (d)  Position 7 is an at-large position. (Acts 57th Leg.,
  3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 3(c) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.054.  SUPERVISORS' ELECTION. (a)  Notice of a
  supervisors' election must be published once in a newspaper of
  general circulation in Harris County at least 30 days before the
  date of the election.
         (b)  The election order must state the time, place, and
  purpose of the election. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec.
  3(e) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.055.  BALLOT PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDATES. (a)  A
  person who wants the person's name printed on the ballot as a
  candidate for supervisor must submit a petition to the board's
  secretary requesting that action.
         (b)  The petition must be signed by at least 10 residents of
  the authority who are qualified to vote at the election. (Acts 57th
  Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 3(f) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.056.  SUPERVISOR'S BOND. Each supervisor shall
  give a bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful performance of
  the supervisor's duties. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec.
  3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 6912.057.  VACANCIES. A vacancy on the board shall be
  filled by appointment by the remaining supervisors until the next
  election of supervisors for the authority. If the position is not
  scheduled to be filled at the election, the person elected to fill
  the position shall serve only for the remainder of the unexpired
  term. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Secs. 3(b) (part), (d)
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6912.101.  GENERAL POWERS. The authority has all the
  rights, powers, and privileges provided by general law applicable
  to a fresh water supply district created under Section 59, Article
  XVI, Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 53, Water Code,
  and by all other laws that are helpful in carrying out the purposes
  for which the authority is created. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch.
  20, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 6912.102.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER OR SEWAGE
  SERVICES. (a)  The authority may contract with a municipality or
  other entity to supply to the entity water or sewage services. A
  municipality or other entity may contract with the authority to
  supply to the authority water or sewage services.
         (b)  The authority may contract with a municipality for the
  rental or leasing of or for the operation of the municipality's
  water production, water supply, water filtration, or purification
  and water supply facilities or sewerage system or facilities. A
  municipality may contract with the authority for the rental or
  leasing of or for the operation of the authority's water
  production, water supply, water filtration, or purification and
  water supply facilities or sewerage system or facilities.
         (c)  A contract may be:
               (1)  on the terms and for the consideration agreed to by
  the parties; and
               (2)  for any period not to exceed 50 years.
         (d)  An election is not required by a municipality for
  approval of a water, sewer, or water and sewer contract. A contract
  may be entered into without the necessity of an election. (Acts
  57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 10.)
         Sec. 6912.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the authority's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power makes necessary
  relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or altering
  the construction of a highway, railroad, electric transmission
  line, telephone or telegraph property or facility, or pipeline, the
  necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of the
  authority. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 5.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6912.151.  TAX METHOD. (a)  The authority shall use
  the ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20,
  Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6912.152.  IMPOSITION OF TAXES; TAX
  ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a)  Except as provided by this section, all
  provisions of the general laws governing fresh water supply
  districts that relate to the imposition of ad valorem taxes apply to
  the authority.
         (b)  The board shall appoint a tax assessor-collector for the
  authority.
         (c)  The tax assessor-collector:
               (1)  shall serve at the pleasure of the board; and
               (2)  is not required to be a resident or voter of the
  authority. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 6912.153.  DEPOSITORY. (a)  The board shall designate
  one or more banks inside or outside the authority to serve as a
  depository for authority money.
         (b)  All authority money shall be deposited in a depository
  bank, except that sufficient money shall be remitted to the
  appropriate bank of payment to pay the principal of and interest on
  the authority's outstanding bonds on or before the maturity date of
  the principal and interest.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
  insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
  must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
  county funds.
         (d)  Membership on the board of an officer or director of a
  bank does not disqualify the bank from being designated as a
  depository.  (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 6912.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The authority is not required to pay a tax or assessment on an
  authority project or any part of the project. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd
  C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 9 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 6912.201.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. An authority
  bond, the transfer of the bond, and income from the bond, including
  profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from taxation in
  this state. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 20, Sec. 9 (part).)
  CHAPTER 6914.  PETTUS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6914.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 6914.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 6914.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 6914.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
  Sec. 6914.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6914.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES 
  Sec. 6914.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS 
  Sec. 6914.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 6914.104.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6914.151.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR 
  CHAPTER 6914.  PETTUS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6914.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of supervisors of the
  district.
               (2)  "District" means the Pettus Municipal Utility
  District.
               (3)  "Supervisor" means a member of the board. (Acts
  57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6914.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in Bee
  County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
               (2)  a fresh water supply district; and
               (3)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd
  C.S., Ch. 38, Secs. 1 (part), 5 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 6914.003.  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 creation of the district and the improvements
  that the district will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd
  C.S., Ch. 38, Secs. 5 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 6914.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 38, Acts
  of the 57th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962, as that
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter G, Chapter 53, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
         Sec. 6914.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  five elected supervisors. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 3
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6914.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. The district has
  all the rights, powers, privileges, and duties provided by general
  law applicable to a fresh water supply district created under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49
  and 53, Water Code. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 6914.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS. (a)  The
  district may make, construct, or otherwise acquire improvements
  inside or outside the district but wholly in Bee County, that are
  necessary to carry out a power granted to the district under this
  chapter or a general law described by Section 6914.101.
         (b)  Before awarding a contract for the construction of an
  improvement, the district must submit a plan and specifications for
  the improvement to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  for approval.  Any substantial change made to the plan after
  submission must also be submitted to the commission for approval.
  (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6914.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted under
  this chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting,
  changing the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway,
  railroad, electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph
  property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
  accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 57th Leg.,
  3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6914.104.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT. (a)  The
  district may be composed of noncontiguous territory.
         (b)  In addition to adding land as provided by Subchapter J,
  Chapter 49, Water Code, the district may add land as provided by
  this section. Land added to the district need not be contiguous to
  the district.
         (c)  The owner of land may request by petition that the board
  include the land in the district.
         (d)  A petition under Subsection (c) must be filed with the
  board and describe the land to be added to the district. The
  description may be by metes and bounds or by lot and block number.
  The petition must be signed and executed in the manner provided by
  law for the conveyance of real estate.
         (e)  The board shall hear and consider a petition filed under
  this section. The board may grant the petition and add the land to
  the district if the board considers the addition to be to the
  advantage of the district.
         (f)  A petition granted under this section shall be filed and
  recorded in the office of the Bee County Clerk. (Acts 57th Leg.,
  3rd C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 6.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6914.151.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a)  The
  board shall appoint a tax assessor-collector for the district for a
  term not to exceed the term of office of the supervisors making the
  appointment.
         (b)  The district's tax assessor-collector is not required
  to be a resident or voter of the district. (Acts 57th Leg., 3rd
  C.S., Ch. 38, Sec. 4 (part).)
  CHAPTER 6915.  PORT MANSFIELD PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6915.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 6915.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 6915.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 6915.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 6915.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 6915.052.  TERMS 
  Sec. 6915.053.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 6915.054.  EMPLOYEES 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 6915.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES 
  Sec. 6915.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS 
  Sec. 6915.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 6915.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 6915.105.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE
                   OR SALE 
  Sec. 6915.106.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 6915.151.  AUTHORIZATION OF CERTAIN DISTRICT
                   OBLIGATIONS 
  Sec. 6915.152.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR 
  CHAPTER 6915.  PORT MANSFIELD PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6915.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of supervisors of the
  district.
               (2)  "District" means the Port Mansfield Public Utility
  District.
               (3)  "Supervisor" means a member of the board. (Acts
  58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 6915.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in Willacy
  County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
               (2)  a fresh water supply district; and
               (3)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 4, Secs. 1 (part), 7 (part), 8 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.003.  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 creation of the district and the improvements
  that the district will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 58th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 4, Secs. 7 (part), 8 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 4, Acts of
  the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963, as that territory may
  have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter G, Chapter 53, Water Code, before
  September 1, 1995;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 6915.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. (a)  The board
  consists of five supervisors, appointed by the board of navigation
  and canal commissioners of the Willacy County Navigation District,
  and the port director of the Willacy County Navigation District.
         (b)  The port director of the Willacy County Navigation
  District:
               (1)  serves as an ex officio member of the board;
               (2)  does not have voting rights at board meetings; and
               (3)  is not counted for purposes of establishing a
  quorum.  (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.052.  TERMS. Supervisors serve staggered two-year
  terms, with the terms of three supervisors expiring on January 15 of
  each odd-numbered year and the terms of two supervisors expiring on
  January 15 of each even-numbered year.  (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  4, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.053.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A supervisor
  must be a resident of Willacy County. A supervisor is not required
  to reside in or own land in the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  4, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.054.  EMPLOYEES.  The board shall employ all
  necessary employees for the proper handling and operation of the
  district, and may employ a general manager, attorney, bookkeeper,
  and engineer and assistants and laborers as may be required, on the
  terms and for the compensation set by the board. (Acts 58th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 6.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 6915.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. The district has
  all the rights, powers, privileges, and duties provided by general
  law applicable to a fresh water supply district created under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49
  and 53, Water Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.102.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS. The district
  may make, construct, or otherwise acquire improvements inside or
  outside the district that are necessary to carry out a power granted
  to the district under this chapter or a general law described by
  Section 6915.101. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER.
  Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, the district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside Willacy
  County. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2A.)
         Sec. 6915.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
  the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted under
  this chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting,
  changing the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway,
  railroad, electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph
  property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
  accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.105.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE OR
  SALE. A district contract for the purchase or sale of water may not
  exceed 40 years. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.106.  ADDITION OF TERRITORY TO DISTRICT.  (a)  In
  addition to the procedures provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49,
  Water Code, the district may add land that is contiguous to the
  district as provided by this section.
         (b)  The owner or owners of land may request by petition that
  the board include the land in the district.
         (c)  A petition under Subsection (b) must be filed with the
  board and describe the land to be added to the district. The
  description may be by metes and bounds or by lot and block number.
  The petition must be signed and executed in the manner provided by
  law for the conveyance of real estate.
         (d)  The board shall hear and consider a petition filed under
  this section. The board may grant the petition and add the land to
  the district if the board considers the addition to be to the
  advantage of the district.
         (e)  A petition granted under this section shall be filed and
  recorded in the deed records of Willacy County. (Acts 58th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 5.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 6915.151.  AUTHORIZATION OF CERTAIN DISTRICT
  OBLIGATIONS. It is not necessary to have an election to authorize a
  district obligation that is payable from any source other than ad
  valorem taxation.  (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 6915.152.  DISTRICT TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The tax
  assessor-collector for Willacy County is, ex officio, the tax
  assessor-collector for the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 4,
  Sec. 4 (part).)
         SECTION 1.03.  Subtitle C, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapter 7216 to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 7216. JOHNSON COUNTY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 7216.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 7216.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 7216.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 7216.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 7216.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 7216.101.  SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  Sec. 7216.102.  LIMITATION OF CERTAIN POWERS 
  Sec. 7216.103.  DISTRICT RULES 
  Sec. 7216.104.  CONFLICT WITH MUNICIPAL REGULATION 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 7216.151.  TAX-EXEMPT BOND FINANCING; SALES TAX
                   EXEMPTION 
  CHAPTER 7216. JOHNSON COUNTY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 7216.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Johnson County Special
  Utility District. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Secs. 1(a)
  (part), 2; New.)
         Sec. 7216.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Johnson, Hill, Ellis, and
  Tarrant Counties created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Secs. 1(a) (part),
  (b) (part).)
         Sec. 7216.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 78th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 780, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
         Sec. 7216.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 780, Acts
  of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter H, Chapter 65, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue bonds or refunding
  bonds or to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Sec. 4; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 7216.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
  governed by a board of not fewer than 5 or more than 11 elected
  directors. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Secs. 8(a) (part), (c)
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 7216.101.  SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. Except as
  specifically limited by Section 7216.102, the district has all of
  the rights, powers, privileges, authority, functions, and duties
  provided by general law applicable to a special utility district
  created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution,
  including those provided by Chapters 49 and 65, Water Code.  (Acts
  78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
         Sec. 7216.102.  LIMITATION OF CERTAIN POWERS.  (a)  Before
  June 20, 2009, the district:
               (1)  shall limit the exercise of its powers related to
  the provision of public water utility service to territory that is
  located within the boundaries of the district or as authorized by
  Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 10081; and
               (2)  may not provide wastewater service, solid waste
  service, firefighting service, or stormwater, flood control, and
  drainage services and may not convert to or otherwise become a
  municipal utility district, absent the express written consent of
  any municipality with extraterritorial jurisdiction that overlaps
  the district's boundaries.
         (b)  On or after June 20, 2009, to exercise a power
  restricted by this section, the district must file an application
  with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, if allowed by
  the law in existence at that time, to exercise that additional
  power.  In addition to filing an application seeking expansion of
  the district's powers, the district must apply for a sewer
  certificate of convenience and necessity for the district to
  provide retail wastewater service.  The district shall provide
  notice and a copy of an application for expansion of powers to each
  municipality whose jurisdiction, including extraterritorial
  jurisdiction, overlaps the district's boundaries, in addition to
  complying with any other applicable notice requirements.
         (c)  If a municipality that is entitled to the notice
  required by Subsection (b) files a request for a contested case
  hearing within 60 days after receipt of the notice, the Texas
  Commission on Environmental Quality shall directly refer the
  application to the State Office of Administrative Hearings for a
  contested case hearing. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Secs. 6(a)
  (part), (c).)
         Sec. 7216.103.  DISTRICT RULES. The district may adopt and
  enforce reasonable rules. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Sec. 11.)
         Sec. 7216.104.  CONFLICT WITH MUNICIPAL REGULATION. (a)  If
  a municipality asserts regulatory authority, including water
  quality standards, over a geographic area located within the
  district's jurisdiction, the municipality's regulation controls
  over the district's regulation if there is a regulatory conflict.
         (b)  This section does not apply to:
               (1)  potable water quality standards; or
               (2)  a dispute relating to retail water utility service
  areas. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Sec. 7.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 7216.151.  TAX-EXEMPT BOND FINANCING; SALES TAX
  EXEMPTION. This chapter may not be construed to impair the
  district's ability or right to obtain tax-exempt bond financing or
  a state sales tax exemption. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 780, Sec.
  6(b) (part).)
         SECTION 1.04.  Subtitle F, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 8228, 8371, 8372, 8386,
  8392, 8408, 8409, 8411, 8412, 8415, 8440, 8481, 8482, 8485, and 8486
  to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 8228.  WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1, OF
  MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8228.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8228.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8228.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8228.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8228.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8228.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  CHAPTER 8228. WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1, OF
  MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8228.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Wood Trace Municipal Utility
  District No. 1, of Montgomery County, Texas. (Acts 72nd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 218, Sec. 2; New.)
         Sec. 8228.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Montgomery County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 72nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 218, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 8228.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts
  72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 218, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
         Sec. 8228.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 218, Acts
  of the 72nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1991, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 218, Sec. 4; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8228.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 72nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 218, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8228.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
  functions, and duties provided by general law, including Chapters
  49, 50, and 54, Water Code, applicable to a municipal utility
  district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
  (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 218, Sec. 6(a) (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8371.  SAGEMEADOW UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8371.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8371.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8371.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8371.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8371.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8371.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8371.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8371.  SAGEMEADOW UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8371.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Sagemeadow Utility District.  
  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8371.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8371.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8371.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 679, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  the purpose for which the district is created or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8371.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8371.052.  BOARD VACANCY.  (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8371.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 679, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8372.  SHASLA PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8372.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8372.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8372.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8372.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8372.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8372.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8372.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8372.  SHASLA PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8372.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Shasla Public Utility
  District.  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8372.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8372.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8372.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 412, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8372.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8372.052.  BOARD VACANCY. (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8372.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 412, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8386.  SPANISH COVE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8386.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8386.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8386.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8386.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8386.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8386.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8386.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8386.  SPANISH COVE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8386.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Spanish Cove Public Utility
  District.  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8386.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8386.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8386.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 409, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8386.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8386.052.  BOARD VACANCY.  (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8386.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 409, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8392.  SPENCER ROAD PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8392.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8392.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8392.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8392.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8392.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8392.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8392.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8392.  SPENCER ROAD PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8392.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Spencer Road Public Utility
  District.  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8392.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8392.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8392.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 699, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8392.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8392.052.  BOARD VACANCY. (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8392.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 699, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8408.  THUNDERBIRD UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8408.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8408.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8408.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8408.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8408.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8408.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8408.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8408.  THUNDERBIRD UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8408.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Thunderbird Utility
  District.  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8408.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Fort Bend County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8408.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8408.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 456, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  the purpose for which the district is created or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8408.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8408.052.  BOARD VACANCY.  (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8408.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 456, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8409.  PORT O'CONNOR IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8409.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8409.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8409.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8409.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8409.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 8409.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8409.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  SALES AND USE TAX
  Sec. 8409.151.  APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN TAX CODE
                   PROVISIONS 
  Sec. 8409.152.  ELECTION; ADOPTION OF TAX 
  Sec. 8409.153.  SALES AND USE TAX RATE 
  Sec. 8409.154.  USE OF REVENUE 
  Sec. 8409.155.  ABOLITION OR DECREASE OF TAX 
  CHAPTER 8409.  PORT O'CONNOR IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8409.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Port O'Connor Improvement
  District. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Secs. 1 (part), 1A; New.)
         Sec. 8409.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Calhoun County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8409.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Secs. 1 (part), 4.)
         Sec. 8409.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 693, Acts
  of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 3; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8409.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The board
  is composed of five elected directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered terms. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 693, Sec. 7(b) (part).)
         Sec. 8409.052.  BOARD VACANCY. (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 7(b) (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8409.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred and imposed by general law applicable to a municipal
  utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  SALES AND USE TAX
         Sec. 8409.151.  APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN TAX CODE
  PROVISIONS. (a)  Chapter 321, Tax Code, governs the imposition,
  computation, administration, enforcement, and collection of the
  sales and use tax authorized by this subchapter, except to the
  extent Chapter 321, Tax Code, is inconsistent with this subchapter.
         (b)  A reference in Chapter 321, Tax Code, to a municipality
  or the governing body of a municipality is a reference to the
  district or the board, respectively. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  693, Sec. 11.)
         Sec. 8409.152.  ELECTION; ADOPTION OF TAX. (a)  The
  district may adopt a sales and use tax if authorized by a majority
  of the voters of the district voting at an election held for that
  purpose.
         (b)  The board by order may call an election to authorize the
  adoption of the sales and use tax. The election may be held on any
  uniform election date and in conjunction with any other district
  election.
         (c)  The district shall provide notice and hold the election
  in the manner provided by Subchapter D, Chapter 49, Water Code.
         (d)  The ballot shall be printed to provide for voting for or
  against the proposition: "Authorization of a sales and use tax in
  the Port O'Connor Improvement District at a rate not to exceed ____
  percent" (insert rate of one or more increments of one-eighth of one
  percent). (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 12.)
         Sec. 8409.153.  SALES AND USE TAX RATE. (a)  After the date
  the results are declared of an election held under Section 8409.152
  at which the voters authorized imposition of a tax, the board shall
  provide by resolution or order the initial rate of the tax, which
  must be in one or more increments of one-eighth of one percent.
         (b)  After the authorization of a tax under Section 8409.152,
  the board may increase or decrease the rate of the tax by one or more
  increments of one-eighth of one percent.
         (c)  The initial rate of the tax or any rate resulting from
  subsequent increases or decreases may not exceed the lesser of:
               (1)  the maximum rate authorized at the election held
  under Section 8409.152; or
               (2)  a rate that, when added to the rates of all sales
  and use taxes imposed by other political subdivisions with
  territory in the district, would result in the maximum combined
  rate prescribed by Section 321.101(f), Tax Code, at any location in
  the district.
         (d)  In determining whether the combined sales and use tax
  rate under Subsection (c)(2) would exceed the maximum combined rate
  prescribed by Section 321.101(f), Tax Code, at any location in the
  district, the board shall include:
               (1)  any sales and use tax imposed by a political
  subdivision whose territory overlaps all or part of the district;
               (2)  any sales and use tax to be imposed by Calhoun
  County as a result of an election held on the same date as the
  election held under Section 8409.152; and
               (3)  any increase to an existing sales and use tax
  imposed by Calhoun County as a result of an election held on the
  same date as the election held under Section 8409.152.
         (e)  The board shall notify the comptroller of any changes
  made to the tax rate in the same manner the municipal secretary
  provides notice to the comptroller under Section 321.405(b), Tax
  Code.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 13.)
         Sec. 8409.154.  USE OF REVENUE. Revenue from the sales and
  use tax imposed under Section 8409.153 is for the use and benefit of
  the district and may be used for any district purpose. The district
  may pledge all or part of the revenue to the payment of bonds,
  notes, or other obligations, and that pledge of revenue may be in
  combination with other revenue, including tax revenue, available to
  the district.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 14.)
         Sec. 8409.155.  ABOLITION OR DECREASE OF TAX. (a)  Except
  as provided by Subsection (b), the board may abolish or decrease the
  tax imposed under Section 8409.153 without an election.
         (b)  The board may not abolish or decrease the tax imposed
  under Section 8409.153 if the district has outstanding debt secured
  by the tax and repayment of the debt would be impaired by the
  abolition or decrease of the tax.
         (c)  If the board abolishes or decreases the tax, the board
  shall notify the comptroller of that action in the same manner the
  municipal secretary provides notice to the comptroller under
  Section 321.405(b), Tax Code.
         (d)  If the board abolishes the tax or decreases the tax rate
  to zero, a new election to authorize a sales and use tax must be held
  under Section 8409.152 before the district may subsequently impose
  the tax. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 693, Sec. 15.)
  CHAPTER 8411.  SPRING MEADOWS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8411.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8411.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8411.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8411.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8411.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8411.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  CHAPTER 8411.  SPRING MEADOWS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8411.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Spring Meadows Municipal
  Utility District.  (Acts 76th Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Sec. 2; New.)
         Sec. 8411.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 76th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 8411.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under powers conferred by Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  76th Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
         Sec. 8411.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 35, Acts
  of the 76th Legislature, Regular Session, 1999, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 76th Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Sec. 4; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8411.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 76th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8411.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
  functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
  including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code, applicable to a municipal
  utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution. (Acts 76th Leg., R.S., Ch. 35, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
  CHAPTER 8412.  VARNER CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8412.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8412.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8412.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8412.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8412.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8412.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8412.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  CHAPTER 8412.  VARNER CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8412.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Varner Creek Utility
  District.  (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8412.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Brazoria County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8412.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
         Sec. 8412.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 352, Acts
  of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
  process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8412.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8412.052.  BOARD VACANCY.  (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8412.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
  district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 352, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8415.  WEST CEDAR CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8415.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8415.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8415.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8415.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8415.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 8415.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8415.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS 
  Sec. 8415.102.  WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS 
  Sec. 8415.103.  TAXES 
  CHAPTER 8415.  WEST CEDAR CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8415.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the West Cedar Creek Municipal
  Utility District.  (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 1 (part);
  New.)
         Sec. 8415.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Henderson County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 64th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 8415.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts
  64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Secs. 1 (part), 5.)
         Sec. 8415.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY.  (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 742, Acts
  of the 64th Legislature, Regular Session, 1975, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body.  (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 3; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8415.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The board
  is composed of seven elected directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered terms. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 742, Sec. 8(b) (part).)
         Sec. 8415.052.  BOARD VACANCY. (a)  Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than four. (Acts 64th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 8(b) (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8415.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS.  The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
  conferred and imposed by general law applicable to a municipal
  utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code.  (Acts 64th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 8415.102.  WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS. The district may
  acquire, and may improve or extend, any existing water or sewer
  system that serves all or part of the district territory or may
  construct a water or sewer system to serve the inhabitants of the
  county in which the district is situated.  (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 742, Sec. 7(a).)
         Sec. 8415.103.  TAXES.  The district may not impose a tax
  unless the tax has been approved by the voters at an election called
  for that purpose.  (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 742, Sec. 7(b).)
  CHAPTER 8440. WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8440.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8440.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8440.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8440.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 8440.005.  APPLICATION OF CONDITIONS TO CREATION 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8440.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8440.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  CHAPTER 8440. WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8440.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means West Travis County Municipal
  Utility District No. 3. (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Sec. 2;
  New.)
         Sec. 8440.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 71st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 8440.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
         Sec. 8440.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 1212,
  Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular Session, 1989, as that
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Sec. 4; New.)
         Sec. 8440.005.  APPLICATION OF CONDITIONS TO CREATION. The
  enactment of Chapter 1212, Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1989, did not affect conditions to the consent of the
  creation of the district imposed by any jurisdiction in which the
  district is located.  (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Sec. 11.)
         SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8440.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS.  (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms.  (Acts 71st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8440.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
  functions, and duties provided by general law, including Chapters
  49, 50, and 54, Water Code, applicable to a municipal utility
  district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  
  (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1212, Sec. 6(a) (part); New.)
  CHAPTER 8481.  WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8481.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8481.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8481.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8481.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 8481.005.  APPLICATION OF CONDITIONS TO CREATION 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8481.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8481.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES 
  CHAPTER 8481.  WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8481.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the West Travis County Municipal
  Utility District No. 5. (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Sec. 2;
  New.)
         Sec. 8481.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 71st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 8481.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
         Sec. 8481.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 1214,
  Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular Session, 1989, as that
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Sec. 4; New.)
         Sec. 8481.005.  APPLICATION OF CONDITIONS TO CREATION. The
  enactment of Chapter 1214, Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1989, did not affect conditions to the consent of the
  creation of the district imposed by any jurisdiction in which the
  district is located.  (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Sec. 11.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8481.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 71st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8481.101.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES. (a)  The
  district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties:
               (1)  provided by general law applicable to a municipal
  utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code;
               (2)  relating to a road district or road utility
  district created under Section 52, Article III, Texas Constitution;
  and
               (3)  relating to a supply and distribution facility or
  system in order to provide potable and nonpotable water to the
  residents and businesses of Travis and Hays Counties.
         (b)  Notwithstanding Subsections (a)(2) and (3), the
  district may not construct, acquire, maintain, or operate a toll
  road. (Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1214, Secs. 6(a) (part), (c),
  (d).)
  CHAPTER 8482.  WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8482.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8482.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8482.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8482.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 8482.005.  ADDITION OR EXCLUSION OF DISTRICT
                   TERRITORY; MUNICIPAL CONSENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  Sec. 8482.006.  PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
                   DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8482.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8482.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  SUBCHAPTER D. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
  Sec. 8482.151.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY 
  Sec. 8482.152.  DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION 
  CHAPTER 8482.  WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8482.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Williamson County Municipal
  Utility District No. 12. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Secs.
  1(1), (3); New.)
         Sec. 8482.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a)  The district is a
  municipal utility district in Williamson County created under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (b)  The district is a political subdivision of this state.
  (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Secs. 2(a) (part), (b), 3(b)
  (part).)
         Sec. 8482.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Secs. 3(a), (b) (part), (c).)
         Sec. 8482.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 761, Acts
  of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Sec. 5; New.)
         Sec. 8482.005.  ADDITION OR EXCLUSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY;
  MUNICIPAL CONSENT NOT REQUIRED. The district may add or exclude
  land in the manner provided by Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code,
  without the consent of any municipality. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  761, Sec. 13(b).)
         Sec. 8482.006.  PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
  A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
  is located may not take any action, including adopting an ordinance
  or resolution, that:
               (1)  impairs the district's ability to exercise the
  district's powers under this chapter; or
               (2)  limits the district's ability to finance,
  construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
  systems. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Sec. 12.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8482.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 78th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8482.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
  functions, and duties provided by general law, including Chapters
  49 and 54, Water Code, applicable to a municipal utility district
  created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Sec. 11; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
         Sec. 8482.151.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
  may annex the district on the earlier of:
               (1)  the date of installation of 90 percent of all
  works, improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
  necessary and adequate to:
                     (A)  provide service to the proposed development
  in the district;
                     (B)  accomplish the purposes for which the
  district was created; and
                     (C)  exercise the powers provided by general law
  and this chapter; or
               (2)  the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
  confirmed.  (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Sec. 13(a).)
         Sec. 8482.152.  DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
  a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
  is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
  annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
  issue bonds, the municipality shall:
               (1)  simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
  the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
  costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
  connection with the district that:
                     (A)  the district has agreed in writing to pay;
  and
                     (B)  would otherwise have been eligible for
  reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
  of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as those rules and
  requirements exist on the date of annexation; and
               (2)  after the annexation, install all necessary water,
  wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
  development in the district. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 761, Secs.  
  1(2), 14.)
  CHAPTER 8485.  WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 13
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8485.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8485.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8485.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8485.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 8485.005.  ADDITION OR EXCLUSION OF DISTRICT
                   TERRITORY; MUNICIPAL CONSENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  Sec. 8485.006.  PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
                   DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8485.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8485.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
  Sec. 8485.151.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY 
  Sec. 8485.152.  DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION 
  CHAPTER 8485.  WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 13
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8485.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Williamson County Municipal
  Utility District No. 13. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Secs. 1(1),
  (3); New.)
         Sec. 8485.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a)  The district is a
  municipal utility district in Williamson County created under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (b)  The district is a political subdivision of this state.  
  (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Secs. 2(a) (part), (b), 3(b)
  (part).)
         Sec. 8485.003.  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 and projects accomplished by the
  district under powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts
  78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Secs. 3(a), (b) (part), (c).)
         Sec. 8485.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 760, Acts
  of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Sec. 5; New.)
         Sec. 8485.005.  ADDITION OR EXCLUSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY;
  MUNICIPAL CONSENT NOT REQUIRED. The district may add or exclude
  land in the manner provided by Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code,
  without the consent of any municipality.  (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  760, Sec. 13(b).)
         Sec. 8485.006.  PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
  A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
  is located may not take any action, including adopting an ordinance
  or resolution, that:
               (1)  impairs the district's ability to exercise the
  district's powers under this chapter; or
               (2)  limits the district's ability to finance,
  construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
  systems. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Sec. 12.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8485.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 78th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8485.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
  functions, and duties provided by general law, including Chapters
  49 and 54, Water Code, applicable to a municipal utility district
  created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Sec. 11; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
         Sec. 8485.151.  ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
  may annex the district on the earlier of:
               (1)  the date of installation of 90 percent of all
  works, improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
  necessary and adequate to:
                     (A)  provide service to the proposed development
  in the district;
                     (B)  accomplish the purposes for which the
  district was created; and
                     (C)  exercise the powers provided by general law
  and this chapter; or
               (2)  the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
  confirmed. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Sec. 13(a).)
         Sec. 8485.152.  DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
  a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
  is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
  annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
  issue bonds, the municipality shall:
               (1)  simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
  the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
  costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
  connection with the district that:
                     (A)  the district has agreed in writing to pay;
  and
                     (B)  would otherwise have been eligible for
  reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
  of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as those rules and
  requirements exist on the date of annexation; and
               (2)  after the annexation, install all necessary water,
  wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
  development in the district. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 760, Secs.
  1(2), 14.)
  CHAPTER 8486.  WILLIAMSON COUNTY WATER, SEWER, IRRIGATION, AND
  DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8486.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8486.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 8486.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 8486.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 8486.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8486.052.  BOARD VACANCY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8486.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
                   DUTIES 
  CHAPTER 8486. WILLIAMSON COUNTY WATER, SEWER, IRRIGATION, AND
  DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 3
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8486.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Williamson County Water,
  Sewer, Irrigation, and Drainage District No. 3. (Acts 70th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 2; New.)
         Sec. 8486.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Williamson County,
  created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  70th Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 1(a) (part).)
         Sec. 8486.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  70th Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Secs. 1(b), 5.)
         Sec. 8486.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 650, Acts
  of the 70th Legislature, Regular Session, 1987, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (3)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 70th Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 4; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 8486.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
  governed by a board of five elected directors. (Acts 70th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 650, Secs. 7(a), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 8486.052.  BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
  appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
  the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 70th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 7(e) (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8486.101.  MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
  DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, duties,
  and functions provided by general law applicable to a municipal
  utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code. (Acts
  70th Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
         SECTION 1.05.  Subtitle G, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapter 8506 to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 8506.  UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8506.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 8506.002.  CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 8506.003.  TERRITORY 
  Sec. 8506.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8506.051.  MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD 
  Sec. 8506.052.  TERMS 
  Sec. 8506.053.  REMOVAL 
  Sec. 8506.054.  VACANCY 
  Sec. 8506.055.  VOTING REQUIREMENT 
  Sec. 8506.056.  OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES 
  Sec. 8506.057.  SURETY BONDS 
  Sec. 8506.058.  AUTHORITY'S OFFICE AND DOMICILE 
  Sec. 8506.059.  CONFLICT OF INTEREST; CRIMINAL PENALTY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 8506.101.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 8506.102.  POWERS RELATED TO WATER OF COLORADO
                   RIVER AND ITS TRIBUTARIES 
  Sec. 8506.103.  SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF WATER OUTSIDE
                   BOUNDARIES OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 8506.104.  DEVELOPMENT, GENERATION, DISTRIBUTION,
                   AND SALE OF WATER POWER AND ELECTRIC
                   ENERGY 
  Sec. 8506.105.  PREVENTION OF DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR
                   PROPERTY 
  Sec. 8506.106.  FORESTATION AND REFORESTATION;
                   PREVENTION OF SOIL EROSION AND FLOODS 
  Sec. 8506.107.  AUTHORITY PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 8506.108.  SALE, LEASE, MORTGAGE, OR OTHER
                   DISPOSITION OF AUTHORITY PROPERTY 
  Sec. 8506.109.  OVERFLOW OR INUNDATION OF PUBLIC
                   PROPERTY; RELOCATION OF ROADS 
  Sec. 8506.110.  CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND
                   OPERATION OF FACILITIES 
  Sec. 8506.111.  SEAL 
  Sec. 8506.112.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS 
  Sec. 8506.113.  ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO
                   CONTRACTS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS 
  Sec. 8506.114.  LIMITATIONS ON POWERS OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 8506.115.  PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY'S LAND 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 8506.151.  DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY 
  Sec. 8506.152.  ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
                   PUBLIC INSPECTION 
  Sec. 8506.153.  FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT 
  Sec. 8506.154.  RATES AND OTHER CHARGES 
  Sec. 8506.155.  USE OF EXCESS REVENUE 
  Sec. 8506.156.  TAX OR ASSESSMENT OR PLEDGE OF CREDIT
                   OF STATE NOT AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER 
  SUBCHAPTER E. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY OR GRANTS
  Sec. 8506.201.  LOANS AND GRANTS 
  Sec. 8506.202.  STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND
                   REMEDIES OF BONDHOLDERS 
  Sec. 8506.203.  OBLIGATION PAYABLE FROM REVENUE 
  Sec. 8506.204.  POWER TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS 
  Sec. 8506.205.  TERMS OF ISSUANCE 
  Sec. 8506.206.  DEPOSIT OF PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 8506.207.  RESOLUTION PROVISIONS 
  Sec. 8506.208.  DEFAULT PROCEDURES 
  Sec. 8506.209.  POWER OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE BONDS
                   ISSUED BY AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 8506.210.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 8506.  UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8506.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Authority" means the Upper Colorado River
  Authority.
               (2)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  authority.
               (3)  "Director" means a member of the board. (Acts 44th
  Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 1 (part), 3(a) (part); New.)
         Sec. 8506.002.  CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY. (a)  The
  authority is created as a conservation and reclamation district and
  a state agency.
         (b)  The creation of the authority is essential to the
  accomplishment of the purposes of Section 59(a), Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 1 (part),
  18 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.003.  TERRITORY. Unless modified under Subchapter
  J, Chapter 49, Water Code, or other law, the authority's territory
  consists of that part of this state included in the boundaries of
  Coke and Tom Green Counties. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126,
  Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8506.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
  chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
  44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 20.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8506.051.  MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD. (a)  The board
  consists of nine directors appointed by the governor with the
  advice and consent of the senate.
         (b)  Each director must be a resident of and a freehold
  property taxpayer in this state.
         (c)  Three directors must be residents of Tom Green County,
  three directors must be residents of Coke County, and three
  directors must be residents of counties contiguous to the authority
  or a county any part of which is within 25 miles of the authority.
  (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 8506.052.  TERMS. Directors are appointed for
  staggered terms of six years with three directors' terms expiring
  on February 1 of each odd-numbered year. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 8506.053.  REMOVAL. A director may be removed by the
  governor for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misconduct in
  office, after at least 10 days' written notice of the charge against
  the director and an opportunity to be heard in person or by counsel
  at a public hearing. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec.
  3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 8506.054.  VACANCY. A vacancy on the board shall be
  filled by the governor for the unexpired term. (Acts 44th Leg.,
  R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 8506.055.  VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a)  Except as provided
  by this chapter or the bylaws, action may be taken by the
  affirmative vote of a majority of the directors present at a
  meeting.
         (b)  The following are valid only if authorized or ratified
  by the affirmative vote of at least five directors:
               (1)  a contract that involves an amount greater than
  $10,000 or has a duration of more than one year;
               (2)  a bond, note, or other evidence of indebtedness;
  or
               (3)  an amendment of the bylaws. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 3(b) (part).)
         Sec. 8506.056.  OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES. (a)  The board shall
  select a secretary, a presiding officer, and a treasurer. The
  treasurer may also hold the office of secretary.
         (b)  The secretary shall keep accurate and complete records
  of all proceedings of the board.
         (c)  Until the board selects a secretary, or if the secretary
  is absent or unable to act, the board shall select a secretary pro
  tem.
         (d)  The presiding officer is the chief executive officer of
  the authority.
         (e)  The secretary, secretary pro tem, presiding officer,
  and treasurer have the powers and duties, hold office for the term,
  and are subject to removal in the manner provided by the bylaws.
         (f)  The board shall set the compensation of the secretary,
  secretary pro tem, presiding officer, and treasurer.
         (g)  The board may appoint other officers, agents, and
  employees, set their compensation and term of office, prescribe
  their duties and the method by which they may be removed, and
  delegate to them any of its powers and duties as it considers
  proper. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 2 (part), 4.)
         Sec. 8506.057.  SURETY BONDS. (a)  The presiding officer,
  the treasurer, and any other officer, agent, or employee of the
  authority who is charged with the collection, custody, or payment
  of authority money shall give bond conditioned on:
               (1)  the faithful performance of the person's duties;
  and
               (2)  an accounting for all money and property of the
  authority coming into the person's possession.
         (b)  The bond must be in a form and amount and with a surety
  approved by the board, and the surety on the bond must be a surety
  company authorized to do business in this state.
         (c)  The authority shall pay the premium on the bond and
  charge the premium as an operating expense.
         (d)  The bond must be payable to the board for the use and
  benefit of the authority. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126,
  Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.058.  AUTHORITY'S OFFICE AND DOMICILE. (a)  The
  board by majority vote shall determine the location of the
  authority's general office.
         (b)  The county in which the authority's general office is
  located is the authority's domicile.
         (c)  The presiding officer is in charge of the authority's
  general office. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.059.  CONFLICT OF INTEREST; CRIMINAL PENALTY. (a)  
  A director, officer, agent, or employee of the authority may not be
  directly or indirectly interested in a contract for the purchase of
  any property or construction of any work by or for the authority.
         (b)  A person commits an offense if the person violates this
  section. An offense under this subsection is a felony punishable
  by:
               (1)  a fine not to exceed $10,000;
               (2)  confinement in the institutional division of the
  Texas Department of Criminal Justice for not less than one year or
  more than 10 years; or
               (3)  both the fine and confinement. (Acts 44th Leg.,
  R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 7.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 8506.101.  GENERAL POWERS. (a)  The authority has:
               (1)  the powers of government and the authority to
  exercise the rights, privileges, and functions specified by this
  chapter; and
               (2)  all powers, rights, privileges, and functions
  conferred by general law on any district created pursuant to
  Section 59(a), Article XVI, Texas Constitution, except as expressly
  limited by this chapter.
         (b)  The authority may perform any act necessary or
  convenient to the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, or
  functions conferred on the authority by this chapter or any other
  law. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 1 (part), 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.102.  POWERS RELATED TO WATER OF COLORADO RIVER
  AND ITS TRIBUTARIES. Inside the boundaries of the authority, the
  authority may:
               (1)  control, store, and preserve the water of the
  Colorado River and its tributaries for any useful purpose; and
               (2)  use, distribute, and sell the water described by
  Subdivision (1) for any useful purpose. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.103.  SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF WATER OUTSIDE
  BOUNDARIES OF AUTHORITY. The authority may:
               (1)  sell and distribute water outside the boundaries
  of the authority to any municipality for domestic, municipal, or
  irrigation purposes or to any person for municipal purposes or
  irrigation; and
               (2)  construct a flume, irrigation ditch, pipeline, or
  storage reservoir outside the authority for a purpose described by
  Subdivision (1). (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.104.  DEVELOPMENT, GENERATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND
  SALE OF WATER POWER AND ELECTRIC ENERGY. (a)  The authority may:
               (1)  develop and generate water power and electric
  energy inside the boundaries of the authority; and
               (2)  distribute and sell water power and electric
  energy inside or outside the boundaries of the authority.
         (b)  A use authorized by this section is subordinate and
  inferior to an irrigation requirement. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.105.  PREVENTION OF DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY.
  The authority may prevent or aid in the prevention of damage to
  persons or property from the water of the Colorado River and its
  tributaries. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.106.  FORESTATION AND REFORESTATION; PREVENTION
  OF SOIL EROSION AND FLOODS. In the watershed of the Colorado River
  and its tributaries, the authority may:
               (1)  forest, reforest, or aid in foresting or
  reforesting; and
               (2)  prevent or aid in the prevention of soil erosion
  and floods. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.107.  AUTHORITY PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN.
  (a)  The authority may acquire, maintain, use, and operate property
  of any kind or any interest in property, inside or outside the
  boundaries of the authority, necessary or convenient to the
  exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, and functions conferred
  on the authority by this chapter.  The authority may acquire the
  property or interest in property by purchase, lease, gift, exercise
  of the power of eminent domain, or any other manner.
         (b)  The authority must exercise the power of eminent domain
  in the manner provided by:
               (1)  Chapter 21, Property Code; or
               (2)  the statutes relating to condemnation by districts
  organized under general law pursuant to Section 59(a), Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.108.  SALE, LEASE, MORTGAGE, OR OTHER DISPOSITION
  OF AUTHORITY PROPERTY. (a)  The authority may not:
               (1)  mortgage or otherwise encumber authority property
  of any kind, or any interest in authority property; or
               (2)  acquire any property or interest in property
  subject to a mortgage or conditional sale.
         (b)  Subsection (a) does not prevent pledging authority
  revenue as authorized by this chapter.
         (c)  This chapter does not authorize the sale, lease, or
  other disposition of authority property of any kind, or an interest
  in authority property, by the authority, by a receiver of any
  authority property, through a court proceeding, or otherwise.
         (d)  Notwithstanding Subsection (c), the authority may sell
  for cash authority property of any kind, or an interest in authority
  property, if:
               (1)  the board, by the affirmative vote of six members
  of the board, determines that the property or interest is not
  necessary or convenient to the business of the authority and
  approves the terms of the sale; and
               (2)  the aggregate value of the properties or interests
  sold in any year does not exceed $50,000.
         (e)  It is the intent of the legislature that, except by sale
  as expressly authorized by this section, authority property or an
  interest in authority property never come into the ownership or
  control, directly or indirectly, of any person other than a public
  authority created under the laws of this state.
         (f)  Authority property is exempt from forced sale. The sale
  of authority property under a judgment rendered in a suit is
  prohibited. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 2 (part),
  14.)
         Sec. 8506.109.  OVERFLOW OR INUNDATION OF PUBLIC PROPERTY;
  RELOCATION OF ROADS. The authority may overflow and inundate any
  public land or public property and require the relocation of a road
  or highway in the manner and to the extent permitted to a district
  organized under general law pursuant to Section 59(a), Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.110.  CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATION OF
  FACILITIES. The authority may construct, extend, improve,
  maintain, and reconstruct, cause to be constructed, extended,
  improved, maintained, and reconstructed, and use and operate
  facilities of any kind necessary or convenient to the exercise of
  the authority's powers, rights, privileges, and functions. (Acts
  44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.111.  SEAL. The authority may adopt and use a
  corporate seal. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.112.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS. The authority may
  make a contract or execute an instrument necessary or convenient to
  the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, and functions
  conferred on the authority by this chapter. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.113.  ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO CONTRACTS,
  RULES, AND REGULATIONS. The authority may enter into and carry out
  contracts or establish or comply with rules and regulations
  concerning labor and materials and other related matters in
  connection with any project the authority considers desirable or as
  requested by the United States, or any corporation or agency
  created, designated, or established by the United States, that may
  assist in the financing of the project. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 12.)
         Sec. 8506.114.  LIMITATIONS ON POWERS OF AUTHORITY. (a)  
  Notwithstanding any right or permit to use the water of the Colorado
  River and its tributaries for the generation of hydroelectric power
  that was issued by the former State Board of Water Engineers, was in
  existence as of May 2, 1935, and is acquired by the authority, the
  impounding and use of the floodwaters of the Colorado River and its
  tributaries for the generation of hydroelectric power by the
  authority or a person who succeeds to the rights and privileges
  conferred on the authority by this chapter are subject to the rights
  of any other person who before May 2, 1935, was impounding or as of
  that date was putting to beneficial use any water for the purposes
  described by Sections 11.024(1) and (2), Water Code, if the person:
               (1)  before May 2, 1935, received a permit for that use
  from the former State Board of Water Engineers; or
               (2)  by law was permitted before May 2, 1935, to impound
  water for those purposes.
         (b)  This chapter may not be construed to subject to
  condemnation by the authority or any successor of the authority, or
  by any person who succeeds to the rights and privileges conferred on
  the authority by this chapter, any water:
               (1)  impounded or to be impounded inside or outside the
  authority under any law authorizing water to be impounded or under
  any permit granted to a municipal corporation or body politic; or
               (2)  impounded or permitted to be impounded or used
  outside the authority under a permit granted to any person.
         (c)  This chapter may not be construed to deprive any person
  of the right to impound the water of the Colorado River or its
  tributaries for domestic or municipal purposes or to repeal any law
  granting such a right to a person.
         (d)  The rights of the authority to impound, use, or sell the
  water of the Colorado River and its tributaries for the generation
  of hydroelectric power are subordinate and inferior to the rights
  of:
               (1)  municipalities situated in the watershed of the
  Colorado River and its tributaries to build dams and impound
  floodwaters for municipal purposes; and
               (2)  any residents of this state or bodies politic to
  build dams and impound the floodwaters in the watershed of the
  Colorado River and its tributaries for domestic purposes and for
  the purposes of irrigation.
         (e)  The title to any right, property, license, franchise, or
  permit acquired by the authority is subject to the limitations
  imposed by Subsection (d). (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126,
  Secs. 2 (part), 2-a.)
         Sec. 8506.115.  PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY'S LAND. (a)  The
  authority may not prevent free public use of its land for
  recreational purposes, hunting, or fishing except:
               (1)  at such points where, in the opinion of the board,
  the use would interfere with the proper conduct of the business;
               (2)  in connection with the enforcement of sanitary
  regulations; or
               (3)  to protect the public's health.
         (b)  All public rights-of-way not traversing the areas to be
  flooded by the impounded waters shall remain open as a way of free
  public passage to and from the lakes created, and a charge may not
  be made to the public for the right to engage in hunting, fishing,
  boating, or swimming thereon.
         (c)  On notice by a resident of this state of a violation of
  this section, the attorney general shall institute the proper legal
  proceedings to require the authority or its successor to comply
  with this section.
         (d)  If the authority sells any of the authority's land
  bordering a lake created under this chapter, the authority shall
  retain in each tract a strip 80 feet wide abutting the high-water
  line of the lake for the purpose of passage and use by the public for
  public sports and amusements. This subsection does not apply to a
  sale of land by the authority to a state or federal agency to be used
  for game or fish sanctuaries, preserves, or for propagation
  purposes. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 15.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 8506.151.  DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY. The authority may
  disburse its money only by a check, draft, order, or other
  instrument signed by a person authorized to sign the instrument by
  the bylaws or a resolution in which at least five directors concur.
  (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.152.  ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
  PUBLIC INSPECTION. (a)  The authority shall keep complete and
  accurate accounts conforming to approved methods of bookkeeping.
         (b)  The accounts and all contracts, documents, and records
  of the authority shall be kept at the principal office of the
  authority.
         (c)  The contracts shall be open to public inspection at all
  reasonable times. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 6
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.153.  FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT. Copies of
  the audit report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water
  Code, shall be certified to by the accountant who performed the
  audit and filed:
               (1)  as required by Section 49.194, Water Code; and
               (2)  with the comptroller. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
  G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
         Sec. 8506.154.  RATES AND OTHER CHARGES. (a)  The board
  shall establish and collect rates and other charges for the sale or
  use of water, water connections, power, electric energy, or other
  services sold, provided, or supplied by the authority.
         (b)  The rates and charges must be reasonable,
  nondiscriminatory, and sufficient to provide revenue adequate to:
               (1)  pay all expenses necessary to the operation and
  maintenance of the properties and facilities of the authority;
               (2)  pay the interest on and the principal of all bonds
  issued under this chapter or its predecessor statute when and as
  they become due and payable;
               (3)  pay all sinking fund or reserve fund payments
  agreed to be made with respect to bonds issued under this chapter or
  its predecessor statute and payable out of that revenue when and as
  they become due and payable; and
               (4)  fulfill the terms of any agreements made with the
  holders of bonds issued under this chapter or its predecessor
  statute or with any person in their behalf.
         (c)  The rates and charges may not exceed what may be
  necessary to fulfill the obligations imposed on the authority by
  this chapter. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.155.  USE OF EXCESS REVENUE. If the authority
  receives revenue in excess of that required for the purposes
  specified by Section 8506.154(b), the board may:
               (1)  use the excess revenue to:
                     (A)  establish a reasonable depreciation and
  emergency fund; or
                     (B)  retire bonds issued under this chapter or its
  predecessor statute by purchase and cancellation or redemption; or
               (2)  apply the excess revenue to any corporate purpose.
  (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.156.  TAX OR ASSESSMENT OR PLEDGE OF CREDIT OF
  STATE NOT AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER. This chapter does not authorize
  the authority to:
               (1)  levy or collect a tax or assessment;
               (2)  create any debt payable out of taxes or
  assessments; or
               (3)  in any way pledge the credit of this state. (Acts
  44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 1 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY OR GRANTS
         Sec. 8506.201.  LOANS AND GRANTS. The authority may:
               (1)  borrow money for the authority's corporate
  purposes;
               (2)  borrow money or accept a grant from the United
  States and, in connection with the loan or grant, enter into any
  agreement the United States or the corporation or agency may
  require; and
               (3)  make and issue bonds for money borrowed, in the
  manner and to the extent provided by Sections 8506.204, 8506.205,
  8506.206, 8506.207, and 8506.208. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch.
  126, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.202.  STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
  OF BONDHOLDERS. This chapter does not deprive this state of its
  power to regulate and control rates or charges to be collected for
  the use of water, water connections, power, electric energy, or
  another service. The state pledges to and agrees with the
  purchasers and successive holders of the bonds issued under this
  chapter that the state will not limit or alter the power this
  chapter gives the authority to establish and collect rates and
  charges that will produce revenue sufficient to pay the items
  specified by Section 8506.154(b) or in any way impair the rights or
  remedies of the holders of the bonds, or of any person in their
  behalf, until the following are fully met and discharged:
               (1)  the bonds;
               (2)  the interest on the bonds;
               (3)  interest on unpaid installments of interest;
               (4)  all costs and expenses in connection with any
  action or proceedings by or on behalf of the bondholders; and
               (5)  all other obligations of the authority in
  connection with the bonds. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126,
  Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.203.  OBLIGATION PAYABLE FROM REVENUE. A debt,
  liability, or obligation of the authority for the payment of money,
  however entered into or incurred and whether arising from an
  express or implied contract or otherwise, is payable solely:
               (1)  out of the revenue received by the authority with
  respect to its properties, subject to any prior lien on the revenue
  conferred by any resolution previously adopted as provided by this
  chapter authorizing the issuance of bonds; or
               (2)  if the board so determines, out of the proceeds of
  sale by the authority of bonds payable solely from revenue
  described by Subdivision (1). (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126,
  Sec. 9.)
         Sec. 8506.204.  POWER TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS. (a)  The
  authority may issue revenue bonds for any corporate purpose in any
  amount authorized by the directors but not to exceed an aggregate
  principal amount of $6 million.
         (b)  The bonds may be secured only by a pledge of the amounts
  granted or donated by this state or out of any other current revenue
  of the district, which amounts shall be paid to the legal holders of
  the bonds.
         (c)  The bonds must be authorized by a board resolution.
  (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 2 (part), 10 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.205.  TERMS OF ISSUANCE. Authority bonds may be:
               (1)  sold for cash;
               (2)  issued on terms the board determines in exchange
  for property of any kind, or any interest in property, that the
  board considers necessary or convenient for the corporate purpose
  for which the bonds are issued; or
               (3)  issued in exchange for like principal amounts of
  other obligations of the authority, whether matured or unmatured.
  (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.206.  DEPOSIT OF PROCEEDS. The proceeds of sale of
  authority bonds shall be deposited in one or more banks or trust
  companies, and shall be paid out according to the terms, on which
  the authority and the purchasers of the bonds agree. (Acts 44th
  Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 8506.207.  RESOLUTION PROVISIONS. (a)  A resolution
  authorizing bonds may contain provisions approved by the board that
  are not inconsistent with this chapter, including provisions:
               (1)  reserving the right to redeem the bonds at the time
  or times, in the amounts, and at the prices, not exceeding 105
  percent of the principal amount of the bonds, plus accrued
  interest, as may be provided;
               (2)  providing for the setting aside of sinking funds
  or reserve funds and the regulation and disposition of those funds;
               (3)  pledging, to secure the payment of the principal
  of and interest on the bonds and of the sinking fund or reserve fund
  payments agreed to be made with respect to the bonds:
                     (A)  all or any part of the gross or net revenue
  subsequently received by the authority with respect to the property
  to be acquired or constructed with the bonds or the proceeds of the
  bonds; or
                     (B)  all or any part of the gross or net revenue
  subsequently received by the authority from any source;
               (4)  prescribing the purposes to which the bonds or any
  bonds subsequently to be issued, or the proceeds of the bonds, may
  be applied;
               (5)  agreeing to set and collect rates and charges
  sufficient to produce revenue adequate to pay the items specified
  by Section 8506.154(b) and prescribing the use and disposition of
  all revenue;
               (6)  prescribing limitations on the issuance of
  additional bonds and on the agreements that may be made with the
  purchasers and successive holders of those bonds;
               (7)  regarding the construction, extension,
  improvement, reconstruction, operation, maintenance, and repair of
  the properties of the authority and the carrying of insurance on all
  or any part of those properties covering loss or damage or loss of
  use and occupancy resulting from specified risks;
               (8)  setting the procedure, if any, by which, if the
  authority so desires, the terms of a contract with the bondholders
  may be amended or abrogated, the amount of bonds the holders of
  which must consent to that amendment or abrogation, and the manner
  in which the consent may be given; and
               (9)  providing for the execution and delivery by the
  authority to a bank or trust company authorized by law to accept
  trusts, or to the United States or any officer of the United States,
  of indentures and agreements for the benefit of the bondholders
  setting forth any or all of the agreements authorized by this
  chapter to be made with or for the benefit of the bondholders and
  any other provisions that are customary in such indentures or
  agreements.
         (b)  A provision authorized by this section that is contained
  in a bond resolution is part of the contract between the authority
  and the bondholders. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.208.  DEFAULT PROCEDURES. (a)  This section
  applies only to a default in:
               (1)  the payment of the interest on bonds as the
  interest becomes due and payable;
               (2)  the payment of the principal of bonds as they
  become due and payable, whether at maturity, by call for
  redemption, or otherwise; or
               (3)  the performance of an agreement made with the
  purchasers or successive holders of bonds.
         (b)  A resolution authorizing bonds and any indenture or
  agreement entered into under the resolution may provide that in the
  event of a default described by Subsection (a) that continues for a
  period, if any, prescribed by the resolution, the trustee under the
  indenture entered into with respect to the bonds authorized by the
  resolution, or, if there is no indenture, a trustee appointed in the
  manner provided in the resolution by the holders of 25 percent in
  aggregate principal amount of the bonds authorized by the
  resolution and then outstanding may, and on the written request of
  the holders of 25 percent in aggregate principal amount of the bonds
  authorized by the resolution then outstanding, shall, in the
  trustee's own name, but for the equal and proportionate benefit of
  the holders of all of the bonds, and with or without having
  possession of the bonds:
               (1)  by mandamus or other suit, action, or proceeding
  at law or in equity, enforce all rights of the bondholders;
               (2)  bring suit on the bonds or the appurtenant
  coupons;
               (3)  by action or suit in equity, require the authority
  to account as if it were the trustee of an express trust for the
  bondholders;
               (4)  by action or suit in equity, enjoin any acts or
  things that may be unlawful or in violation of the rights of the
  bondholders; or
               (5)  after such notice to the authority as the
  resolution may provide, declare the principal of all of the bonds
  due and payable, and if all defaults have been made good, then with
  the written consent of the holders of 25 percent in aggregate
  principal amount of the bonds then outstanding, annul the
  declaration and its consequences.
         (c)  Notwithstanding Subsection (b), the holders of more
  than a majority in principal amount of the bonds authorized by the
  resolution and then outstanding, by written instrument delivered to
  the trustee, are entitled to direct and control any and all action
  taken or to be taken by the trustee under this section.
         (d)  A resolution, indenture, or agreement relating to bonds
  may provide that in a suit, action, or proceeding under this
  section, the trustee, whether or not all of the bonds have been
  declared due and payable and with or without possession of any of
  the bonds, is entitled to the appointment of a receiver who may:
               (1)  enter and take possession of all or any part of the
  properties of the authority;
               (2)  operate and maintain the properties;
               (3)  set, collect, and receive rates and charges
  sufficient to provide revenue adequate to pay the items specified
  by Section 8506.154(b) and the costs and disbursements of the suit,
  action, or proceeding; and
               (4)  apply the revenue in conformity with this chapter
  and the resolution authorizing the bonds.
         (e)  In a suit, action, or proceeding by a trustee under this
  section, the reasonable fees, attorney's fees, and expenses of the
  trustee and of the receiver, if any, constitute taxable
  disbursements, and all costs and disbursements allowed by the court
  are a first charge on any revenue pledged to secure the payment of
  the bonds.
         (f)  The courts of the county in which the authority is
  domiciled have jurisdiction of a suit, action, or proceeding by a
  trustee on behalf of the bondholders and of all property involved in
  the suit, action, or proceeding.
         (g)  In addition to the powers specifically provided by this
  section, a trustee has all powers necessary or appropriate for the
  exercise of the powers specifically provided or incident to the
  general representation of the bondholders in the enforcement of
  their rights. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 8506.209.  POWER OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE BONDS ISSUED
  BY AUTHORITY. (a)  Using any money available for the purpose, the
  authority may purchase bonds issued by it at a price not exceeding
  the redemption price applicable at the time of purchase, or, if the
  bonds are not redeemable, at a price not exceeding the principal
  amount of the bonds plus accrued interest.
         (b)  All bonds purchased under this section shall be
  canceled, and bonds may not be issued in lieu of those bonds. (Acts
  44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Sec. 13.)
         Sec. 8506.210.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this chapter and the interest on the bond is exempt from
  taxation, except inheritance taxes, by this state or by any
  political subdivision of this state. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L.,
  Ch. 126, Sec. 16.)
         SECTION 1.06.  Subtitle I, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 9020, 9023, 9028, 9045,
  9049, 9050, 9051, 9052, 9053, 9055, 9056, 9057, 9059, 9060, 9061,
  9062, and 9063 to read as follows:
  CHAPTER 9020. DONAHOE CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9020.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9020.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 9020.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9020.004.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9020.005.  APPLICABILITY OF OTHER WATER CONTROL
                   AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT LAW 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9020.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9020.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9020.101.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9020.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9020.103.  CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
                   RECLAMATION 
  Sec. 9020.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER D. TAXES
  Sec. 9020.151.  IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX; ELECTION
                   PROCEDURE 
  Sec. 9020.152.  MAINTENANCE TAX RATE 
  Sec. 9020.153.  HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF
                   TAXATION; LIMITATION 
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 9020.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9020.202.  PLEDGE OF REVENUE TO PAY BONDS 
  CHAPTER 9020. DONAHOE CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9020.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Authority" means the Donahoe Creek Watershed
  Authority.
               (2)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  authority.
               (3)  "Director" means a member of the board. (Acts 55th
  Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9020.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY. The authority is a
  conservation and reclamation district in portions of Bell, Milam,
  and Williamson Counties. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 1
  (part).)
         Sec. 9020.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PURPOSE. (a)  All
  territory included in the authority will benefit from the works and
  projects accomplished by the authority under the powers conferred
  by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (b)  The creation of the authority is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Secs. 1 (part), 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9020.004.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY. The authority is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 29, Acts
  of the 55th Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1957, as that
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec.
  1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9020.005.  APPLICABILITY OF OTHER WATER CONTROL AND
  IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT LAW. Except as provided by this chapter,
  general laws pertaining to water control and improvement districts
  govern the authority. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 13.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9020.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  six elected directors. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 14
  (part).)
         Sec. 9020.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) Each
  director of the authority must:
               (1)  be a landowner within the authority; and
               (2)  reside in Bell, Milam, or Williamson County.
         (b)  A director who fails to meet the requirements of
  Subsection (a) during the director's tenure in office shall vacate
  that office. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 14 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9020.101.  GENERAL POWERS. The authority may exercise
  the rights, privileges, and functions provided by this chapter.
  (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9020.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. In exercising the power for which the authority is created,
  the authority has the powers conferred by general law on water
  control and improvement districts, including the power to:
               (1)  construct, acquire, improve, maintain, and repair
  a dam or other structure; and
               (2)  acquire land, easements, equipment, or other
  property needed to use, control, and distribute water that may be
  impounded, diverted, or controlled by the authority. (Acts 55th
  Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 5.)
         Sec. 9020.103.  CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
  RECLAMATION. The authority may:
               (1)  control, store, preserve, and distribute the water
  and floodwater in the authority for the irrigation of arid land,
  conservation, preservation, reclamation, and drainage of the lands
  in the authority;
               (2)  carry out flood prevention measures to prevent
  damage to the land and other property in the authority; and
               (3)  reclaim lands heretofore damaged because of the
  prior failure to provide the facilities authorized to be
  constructed under this chapter. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29,
  Sec. 4.)
         Sec. 9020.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the authority's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power
  of relocation, or any other power granted under this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or facility, or
  pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the authority. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec.
  11a.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. TAXES
         Sec. 9020.151.  IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX; ELECTION
  PROCEDURE. (a) The authority may impose a maintenance tax for the
  purpose of maintaining structures, channeling, or other
  improvements constructed by the authority or others in cooperation
  with the authority.
         (b)  A maintenance tax election shall be called and notice
  given in the same manner as for a bond election.
         (c)  This chapter does not prevent the calling of a
  subsequent maintenance tax election to establish or increase the
  amount of tax if the board determines that a maintenance tax
  election is required. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 8
  (part).)
         Sec. 9020.152.  MAINTENANCE TAX RATE. In calling a
  maintenance tax election, the board must specify the maximum
  proposed tax rate. To impose a maintenance tax at a rate that
  exceeds the maximum proposed rate approved by the voters, the board
  must submit the question of a tax rate increase to the voters.
  (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 9020.153.  HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF TAXATION;
  LIMITATION. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), the
  authority may call a hearing, in the same manner as for the adoption
  of the original plan of taxation, to consider changing the method of
  taxation.
         (b)  After authority bonds are approved by the attorney
  general or district court, the authority may not change its plan of
  taxation. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 10.)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 9020.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. To accomplish an
  authority purpose, the authority may issue bonds as provided by
  general law for water control and improvement districts to acquire
  money necessary to furnish land or easements or permanent
  improvements on the land or easements. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S.,
  Ch. 29, Secs. 8 (part), 11 (part), 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9020.202.  PLEDGE OF REVENUE TO PAY BONDS. When the
  board selects a plan of taxation, the board may pledge authority
  revenue to pay bonds authorized by voters. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st
  C.S., Ch. 29, Sec. 9.)
  CHAPTER 9023.  DUVAL COUNTY CONSERVATION AND RECLAMATION DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9023.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9023.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9023.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9023.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9023.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9023.052.  ELECTION OF DIRECTORS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9023.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9023.102.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS 
  Sec. 9023.103.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9023.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9023.105.  WATER PERMIT ACQUIRED FROM MUNICIPALITY 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  BONDS
  Sec. 9023.151.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9023.152.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED 
  Sec. 9023.153.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 9023.154.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 9023.155.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
                   BONDS 
  Sec. 9023.156.  BONDS SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 9023.157.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  DISANNEXATION OF MUNICIPAL TERRITORY
  Sec. 9023.201.  DEFINITION 
  Sec. 9023.202.  DISANNEXATION OF MUNICIPAL TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9023.203.  PETITION 
  Sec. 9023.204.  ELECTION ORDER 
  Sec. 9023.205.  BALLOT 
  Sec. 9023.206.  ELECTION 
  Sec. 9023.207.  BOARD VOTE 
  Sec. 9023.208.  APPOINTMENT OF MASTER 
  Sec. 9023.209.  DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY, RECEIVABLES,
                   AND OTHER ASSETS 
  Sec. 9023.210.  PROVISION OF SERVICES OUTSIDE
                   DISANNEXED MUNICIPAL TERRITORY 
  CHAPTER 9023.  DUVAL COUNTY CONSERVATION AND RECLAMATION DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9023.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Duval County Conservation and
  Reclamation District.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 1
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 9023.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district under
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
               (2)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 398, Secs. 1 (part), 13 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
  The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land included in the boundaries of the district will
  benefit from that inclusion.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 51st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 398, Secs. 4 (part), 13 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 398, Acts
  of the 51st Legislature, Regular Session, 1949, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Subchapter E or the relevant parts of its
  predecessor statute, former Section 4A, Chapter 398, Acts of the
  51st Legislature, Regular Session, 1949; or
               (4)  other law.  (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9023.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of four elected directors. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Secs.
  3(a) (part), (b) (part), (g).)
         Sec. 9023.052.  ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) Directors are
  elected to positions according to the place system as provided by
  this section.
         (b)  Except as provided by Subsection (c):
               (1)  a director elected to place 1 or 2 must be a
  resident of Benavides and be elected by the voters of the district
  who reside in Benavides and its extraterritorial jurisdiction; and
               (2)  a director elected to place 3 or 4 must be a
  resident of, and be elected by the voters of the district who reside
  in, the part of Duval County that is not within:
                     (A)  the corporate limits or extraterritorial
  jurisdiction of San Diego or Benavides; or
                     (B)  the Freer Water Control and Improvement
  District.
         (c)  If Benavides and the area within its extraterritorial
  jurisdiction disannex under Subchapter E:
               (1)  a director who represents Benavides and the area
  within its extraterritorial jurisdiction ceases to be a director on
  the date disannexation takes effect;
               (2)  the remaining directors as soon as possible shall
  order a special election to elect the appropriate number of
  directors to fill the unexpired terms if the disannexation results
  in vacancies on the board; and
               (3)  a director for each place on the board must be a
  resident of the part of Duval County that is not within:
                     (A)  the corporate limits or extraterritorial
  jurisdiction of San Diego or Benavides; or
                     (B)  the Freer Water Control and Improvement
  District. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Secs. 3(b) (part), (e),
  (f).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9023.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 51st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 2 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9023.102.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS. The board may
  enter into a contract with any individual or any public or private
  corporation, inside or outside the district, that the board
  considers advisable and expedient to accomplish the district's
  purposes.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 11 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.103.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY. The district may
  acquire property not already devoted to public use in the district
  that the board considers necessary to accomplish the district's
  objectives.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter, makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, pipeline, or telegraph or telephone property or
  facility, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 9
  (part).)
         Sec. 9023.105.  WATER PERMIT ACQUIRED FROM MUNICIPALITY. A
  water permit acquired by the district from a municipality in the
  district must be acquired subject to a provision that, in case of a
  shortage of water supply, the municipality has a right to receive
  water from the district that is superior to the right of anyone else
  to use water.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 12 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  BONDS
         Sec. 9023.151.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The district may
  issue bonds pursuant to a board resolution for any purpose
  permitted to water control and improvement districts, including the
  acquisition by construction or otherwise of plants and improvements
  for storing, treating, purifying, protecting, transporting,
  transmitting, delivering, and disposing of, through sale or
  otherwise, flood, storm, flow, or underground water for lawful
  uses. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.152.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED. A
  resolution authorizing the issuance of district bonds may contain
  any covenant the board considers necessary to ensure:
               (1)  the creation and maintenance of proper reserves;
  and
               (2)  the payment of the principal of and interest on the
  bonds. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.153.  MATURITY. District bonds, including
  refunding bonds, must mature not later than 40 years after the date
  of their issuance. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9023.154.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. The district may
  appropriate and pay from the proceeds of the sale of bonds the
  interest to accrue on the bonds for a period not to exceed three
  years from their date.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 5
  (part).)
         Sec. 9023.155.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.
  (a) In this section, "net revenues" means all income or increment
  from the ownership and operation of improvements and facilities
  operated by the district, minus the amount reasonably required to
  provide for the administration, efficient operation, and adequate
  maintenance of the improvements and facilities. The term does not
  include money derived from taxation.
         (b)  District bonds may be secured by:
               (1)  a pledge of the district's net revenues; or
               (2)  a pledge of the district's net revenues and the
  imposition of a continuing ad valorem tax described by Section
  9023.156.
         (c)  The district may issue bonds secured as provided by
  Subsection (b)(1) without submitting the question of the issuance
  to an election.
         (d)  The district may not issue bonds secured as provided by
  Subsection (b)(2) unless the bonds are authorized by a majority of
  the votes cast in an election in the district.
         (e)  Within the board's discretion, the bonds may also be
  secured by a lien on the physical properties of the district.
         (f)  The district may execute contracts, evidences of
  pledge, deeds of trust, trust indentures, and other instruments
  that fix a lien on net revenues and the physical properties of the
  district that the board, in its discretion, determines are
  necessary or convenient to evidence and secure the obligation of
  the district to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds.
         (g)  The resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds
  secured by a pledge of net revenues may:
               (1)  contain the conditions under which additional
  bonds secured by a pledge of net revenues may be subsequently
  issued;
               (2)  prescribe the conditions under which the district
  has the right to release the lien on net revenues and on the
  district's physical properties, if encumbered, by depositing at the
  bank or place of payment money sufficient to pay:
                     (A)  the principal of and interest on the bonds to
  the date on which the bonds may become optional and any premium
  payment stipulated in the resolution; or
                     (B)  the principal of and interest on the bonds to
  maturity if an option of prior payment is not reserved; or
               (3)  prescribe the conditions under which the
  continuing ad valorem tax described by Section 9023.156, if any, to
  be collected in any year during which any of the bonds are
  outstanding may be reduced or omitted when net revenues are
  sufficient to provide the money necessary for principal, interest,
  and reserve requirements prescribed by this subchapter.
         (h)  Additional bonds described by Subsection (g)(1) must be
  secured by a lien and pledge of net revenues that is inferior to the
  lien and pledge securing the bonds originally issued unless the
  additional bonds are issued in full compliance with the
  restrictions applicable to additional bonds on a parity with the
  bonds originally issued.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Secs. 7,
  8.)
         Sec. 9023.156.  BONDS SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXES. (a) This
  section does not apply to district bonds secured only by a pledge of
  net revenues as defined by Section 9023.155(a).
         (b)  If bonds have been voted, the board shall impose a
  continuing ad valorem tax on all property in the district
  sufficient:
               (1)  to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds
  as the principal and interest respectively mature;
               (2)  to create and maintain any reserve required by the
  resolution or resolutions authorizing the issuance of the bonds;
               (3)  to pay the expense of assessing and collecting the
  tax; and
               (4)  for anticipated delinquencies in the tax payments.
         (c)  The board annually shall determine and set or cause to
  be determined and set the rate of the ad valorem tax to be imposed
  under this section. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 6.)
         Sec. 9023.157.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a)  The district may issue
  refunding bonds without an election.
         (b)  District bonds may be refunded by:
               (1)  the issuance and delivery to holders of refunding
  bonds in lieu of the outstanding bonds; or
               (2)  the sale of refunding bonds and the use of the
  proceeds for retiring the outstanding bonds.  (Acts 51st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 5 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  DISANNEXATION OF MUNICIPAL TERRITORY
         Sec. 9023.201.  DEFINITION. In this subchapter,  "municipal
  territory" means the territory located in the corporate boundaries
  and the extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality located in
  the district.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Secs. 4A(a) (part),
  (b) (part).)
         Sec. 9023.202.  DISANNEXATION OF MUNICIPAL TERRITORY.
  Municipal territory may be disannexed from the district under this
  subchapter on petition for an election on disannexation and a vote
  in favor of the disannexation by the majority of voters voting at an
  election ordered for that purpose.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398,
  Sec. 4A(a) (part).)
         Sec. 9023.203.  PETITION. (a)  A petition for an election to
  disannex municipal territory under this subchapter must:
               (1)  be signed by at least the lesser of 250 registered
  voters of the district who are residents of the municipal territory
  or a number of registered voters equal to five percent of the total
  votes cast in the municipal territory in the most recent district
  election;
               (2)  state that the purpose of the petition is to order
  an election to determine whether the municipal territory should be
  disannexed; and
               (3)  include each petitioner's:
                     (A)  signature;
                     (B)  printed name;
                     (C)  address;
                     (D)  voting precinct;
                     (E)  voter certificate number; and
                     (F)  date of signing.
         (b)  The petition must be filed with the district manager.
         (c)  Not later than the 30th day after the date the petition
  is filed, the district manager shall:
               (1)  verify the validity of the petition; and
               (2)  determine whether the petition contains the number
  of signatures required to order an election. (Acts 51st Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 398, Secs. 4A(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 9023.204.  ELECTION ORDER. (a)  The board shall order
  an election for the purpose of disannexation of municipal territory
  under this subchapter if the district manager certifies the number
  of signatures required for ordering the election.
         (b)  The board shall order the election not later than the
  90th day after the date the district manager certifies the
  sufficiency of the petition.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec.
  4A(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9023.205.  BALLOT. The ballot for an election under
  this subchapter must permit voting for one of the following three
  propositions:
               (1)  "The City of (name of municipality) and the area
  within the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction shall not be
  disannexed from the Duval County Conservation and Reclamation
  District";
               (2)  "The City of (name of municipality) and the area
  within the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction shall be
  disannexed from the Duval County Conservation and Reclamation
  District, and on disannexation the city council of (name of
  municipality) shall establish or acquire systems to provide the
  water and sewer services formerly provided by the Duval County
  Conservation and Reclamation District in the disannexed area"; or
               (3)  "The City of (name of municipality) and the area
  within the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction shall be
  disannexed from the Duval County Conservation and Reclamation
  District, and on disannexation the city council of (name of
  municipality) shall initiate a petition for, and shall consent to,
  as provided by Sections 54.014 and 54.016, Water Code, the creation
  of a municipal utility district to provide the water and sewer
  services formerly provided by the Duval County Conservation and
  Reclamation District in the disannexed area."  (Acts 51st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 4A(c).)
         Sec. 9023.206.  ELECTION. (a)  Only voters who reside in the
  municipal territory to be disannexed under this subchapter may vote
  in the disannexation election.
         (b)  The municipal territory is not disannexed from the
  district if a majority of the total votes cast in the election is in
  favor of the proposition stated in Section 9023.205(1).
         (c)  If the total vote in favor of the propositions stated in
  Sections 9023.205(2) and (3) is a majority of the votes cast in the
  election, the majority of the votes cast in the election is for
  disannexation from the district.  As between the two propositions,
  the proposition that receives the greater number of votes prevails.
         (d)  If disannexation fails, an election under this
  subchapter to disannex the same municipal territory may not be held
  for one year.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Secs. 4A(b) (part),
  (d).)
         Sec. 9023.207.  BOARD VOTE. (a)  The directors shall vote to
  disannex municipal territory if the majority of the votes cast in an
  election under this subchapter is for disannexation.
         (b)  The directors shall vote to disannex the municipal
  territory at the same board meeting at which the directors canvass
  the election results.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 4A(e)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9023.208.  APPOINTMENT OF MASTER. Not later than the
  30th day after the election results are canvassed and the board
  votes to disannex municipal territory under Section 9023.207, the
  executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  shall appoint an independent master to oversee the distribution of
  assets consistent with disannexation.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  398, Sec. 4A(e) (part).)
         Sec. 9023.209.  DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY, RECEIVABLES, AND
  OTHER ASSETS.  (a)  All infrastructure and real property, including
  water and sewer lines, storage tanks, treatment plants, towers,
  buildings, land, and other facilities located within municipal
  territory disannexed under this subchapter that are related to the
  provision of water and sewer services by the district in the
  disannexed territory, shall revert to the disannexed municipality.
         (b)  All receivables from connections in municipal territory
  disannexed under this subchapter transfer to the disannexed
  municipality.
         (c)  Other assets, including vehicles, computers, office
  furniture and equipment, and cash, shall be divided between the
  district and the disannexed municipality by the master in
  proportion to the population of the district or the disannexed
  municipal territory.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 4A(e)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9023.210.  PROVISION OF SERVICES OUTSIDE DISANNEXED
  MUNICIPAL TERRITORY. (a)  This section applies only to a municipal
  water or sewer system established or acquired as a result of voter
  approval of the proposition stated in Section 9023.205(2).
         (b)  A municipal water or sewer system may serve an area
  immediately outside the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the
  disannexed municipality if the residents of the area agree to be
  served by the system.  (Acts 51st Leg., R.S., Ch. 398, Sec. 4B(a).)
  CHAPTER 9028. CHOCTAW WATERSHED WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9028.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9028.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9028.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9028.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9028.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9028.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9028.102.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9028.103.  WATERSHED PROTECTION AND FLOOD
                   PREVENTION ACT 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9028.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9028.152.  LIMITATION ON TAX RATE 
  Sec. 9028.153.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR 
  Sec. 9028.154.  ELECTION REQUIRED FOR FEDERAL LOAN 
  Sec. 9028.155.  APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN
                   PLANS FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
  Sec. 9028.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9028.202.  BOND ELECTION REQUIRED 
  CHAPTER 9028. CHOCTAW WATERSHED WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9028.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Choctaw Watershed Water
  Improvement District. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 1 (part);
  New.)
         Sec. 9028.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a water
  control and improvement district under Section 59, Article XVI,
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the district and the
  improvements, works, and measures constructed and accomplished by
  the district.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 33, Secs. 6 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 33, Acts
  of the 56th Legislature, Regular Session, 1959, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.  (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9028.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Secs.
  5(a) (part), (c) (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9028.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code.  (Acts 56th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 3 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9028.102.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, pipeline, or telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 8
  (part).)
         Sec. 9028.103.  WATERSHED PROTECTION AND FLOOD PREVENTION
  ACT. Subject to Section 9028.154, the district has the power
  necessary to fully qualify for and gain the full benefits of the
  Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act (16 U.S.C. Section
  1001 et seq.), including:
               (1)  all powers necessary to carry out the projects,
  works, and improvements contemplated by the Watershed Protection
  and Flood Prevention Act;
               (2)  the power to secure a loan or loans from the proper
  agencies of the federal government for the purpose of defraying the
  costs and expenses of the district in connection with carrying out
  its projects, works, and improvements under the Watershed
  Protection and Flood Prevention Act; and
               (3)  if necessary, the power to issue bonds as
  collateral for a loan described by Subdivision (2). (Acts 56th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 4 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9028.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec.
  6 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.152.  LIMITATION ON TAX RATE. The district may not
  impose taxes under this subchapter at a rate that exceeds five cents
  per $100 valuation. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.153.  TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The Grayson County
  tax assessor-collector shall collect taxes for the district and
  make them available for district purposes. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 33, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.154.  ELECTION REQUIRED FOR FEDERAL LOAN. The
  district may not consummate a loan from the federal government
  unless the loan is authorized by a majority of the votes cast in a
  district election. (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9028.155.  APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN PLANS
  FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS.  (a)  In this section, "commission"
  means the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
         (b)  This section applies only to plans contemplated by the
  district for works and improvements, or amendments to the plans,
  that are prepared by the Natural Resources Conservation Service of
  the United States Department of Agriculture and approved by the
  district's board.
         (c)  An engineer's report covering the plans and
  improvements to be constructed, and the maps, plats, profiles, and
  data fully showing and explaining the plans and improvements, are
  not required to be filed in the district office before an election
  is held to authorize the issuance of bonds for the works and
  improvements.  The plans and specifications, engineering reports,
  profiles, maps, and other data, and subsequent amendments to those
  items, are not required to be approved by the commission before the
  bonds are issued.
         (d)  Before the district may spend any money for the
  construction of any works and improvements, the commission must
  approve the portion of the works and improvements to be
  constructed.  The commission's advance approval for the entire
  project contemplated by the district is not required. The
  commission may approve on a separate or individual basis the
  portion of the entire project or works and improvements:
               (1)  to be constructed at a particular time; and
               (2)  on which plans and specifications of the Natural
  Resources Conservation Service have been prepared and submitted by
  the board to the commission.  (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec.
  10; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
         Sec. 9028.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. Subject to
  Section 9028.202, the district may issue bonds, in the manner
  provided by general law for water control and improvement
  districts, to:
               (1)  provide dams, structures, projects, and works of
  improvement for flood prevention, the conservation and development
  of water, and for other necessary plants, facilities, and equipment
  in connection therewith and for the improvement, repair, and
  operation of same;
               (2)  carry out any other power provided by this chapter
  or by Chapter 49 or 51, Water Code; and
               (3)  pay all costs, charges, and expenses of the
  district.  (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33, Sec. 8 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9028.202.  BOND ELECTION REQUIRED. The district may
  not issue bonds unless the bonds are authorized by a majority of the
  votes cast in a district election.  (Acts 56th Leg., R.S., Ch. 33,
  Sec. 9 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9045.  FALLBROOK UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9045.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9045.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9045.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9045.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9045.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9045.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND 
  Sec. 9045.007.  STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 9045.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9045.052.  APPOINTMENT OF TREASURER 
  Sec. 9045.053.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS 
  Sec. 9045.054.  BOARD VACANCY 
  Sec. 9045.055.  BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
                   CONTRACTS 
  Sec. 9045.056.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9045.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9045.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9045.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9045.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 9045.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9045.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9045.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9045.152.  DISTRICT ACCOUNTS 
  Sec. 9045.153.  COPY OF AUDIT REPORT 
  Sec. 9045.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  Sec. 9045.155.  DEPOSITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
  Sec. 9045.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9045.202.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 9045.203.  TRUST INDENTURE 
  Sec. 9045.204.  ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
                   ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN BONDS 
  Sec. 9045.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  CHAPTER 9045.  FALLBROOK UTILITY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9045.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Fallbrook Utility District of
  Harris County, Texas. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 1
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 9045.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 61st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (d)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (e)  The district in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Secs. 1 (part),
  4, 21 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 633, Acts
  of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9045.005 or its predecessor statute,
  former Section 9, Chapter 633, Acts of the 61st Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1969; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure.  A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  in any other manner, the legality or operation of
  the district or the board. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 3;
  New.)
         Sec. 9045.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) If land is
  annexed to the district under Section 49.301 or 51.714, Water Code,
  the board may require the petitioners to:
               (1)  assume the petitioners' pro rata share of the voted
  but unissued bonds of the district; and
               (2)  authorize the board to impose a tax on the
  petitioners' property to pay for the bonds after the bonds have been
  issued.
         (b)  If land is annexed to the district under Section 49.302,
  Water Code, the board may submit to the voters of the area to be
  annexed a proposition on the question of the assumption by the area
  to be annexed of its part of the voted but not yet issued or sold tax
  or tax-revenue bonds of the district and the imposition of an ad
  valorem tax on taxable property in the area to be annexed along with
  a tax in the rest of the district for the payment of the bonds.
         (c)  If the petitioners consent or if the election results
  favorably, the district may issue its voted but unissued tax or
  tax-revenue bonds regardless of changes to district boundaries
  since the voting or authorization of those bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND.  (a)  The
  board is not required to call or hold a hearing on the exclusion of
  land or other property from the district; provided, however, that
  the board shall hold a hearing if an owner of land or other property
  located in the district files a written petition for a hearing with
  the board secretary before the district's first bond election is
  called.
         (b)  The board may act on the petition in the same manner that
  it may act on a petition for the addition of land under Section
  49.301 or 51.714, Water Code.  A notice of hearing is not required.
         (c)  The board on its own motion may call and hold an
  exclusion hearing under general law.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  633, Sec. 7.)
         Sec. 9045.007.  STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL. The
  district's powers and duties are subject to the state policy of
  encouraging the development and use of integrated area-wide waste
  collection, treatment, and disposal systems to serve the waste
  disposal needs of this state's residents, if integrated systems can
  reasonably be provided for an area, so as to avoid the economic
  burden on residents and the impact on state water quality caused by
  the construction and operation of numerous small waste collection,
  treatment, and disposal facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  633, Sec. 5 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 9045.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  five elected directors. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9045.052.  APPOINTMENT OF TREASURER. The board may
  appoint the treasurer. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9045.053.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS. (a) Each
  director shall qualify by giving bond in the amount of $5,000 for
  the faithful performance of the director's duties.
         (b)  The directors' bonds shall be recorded in a record kept
  for that purpose in the district's office.
         (c)  The treasurer shall give bond in the amount required by
  the board. The treasurer's bond shall be conditioned on the
  treasurer's faithful accounting for all money that comes into the
  treasurer's custody as treasurer of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.054.  BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The county judge of Harris County shall appoint
  directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board if the number of
  qualified directors is less than three. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  633, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.055.  BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
  CONTRACTS.  The board president may execute all contracts,
  including construction contracts, entered into by the board on
  behalf of the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9045.056.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT. (a)
  When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
  board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
  power that this chapter or general law gives the president.
         (b)  If the board president is absent from a board meeting,
  the board vice president may sign an order adopted or other action
  taken at the meeting, or the board may authorize the president to
  sign the order or other action. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633,
  Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE. (a) The board shall
  designate, establish, and maintain a district office as provided by
  Section 49.062, Water Code.
         (b)  The board may establish a second district office outside
  the district. If the board establishes a district office outside
  the district, the board shall give notice of the location of that
  office by:
               (1)  filing a copy of the board resolution that
  establishes the location of the office:
                     (A)  with the Texas Commission on Environmental
  Quality; and
                     (B)  in the water control and improvement district
  records of Harris County; and
               (2)  publishing the location of the office in a
  newspaper of general circulation in Harris County.
         (c)  A district office may be a private residence, office, or
  dwelling.  A district office that is a private residence, office, or
  dwelling is a public place for matters relating to the district's
  business.
         (d)  The board shall give notice of any change in the
  location of the district office outside the district in the manner
  required by Subsection (b). (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec.
  15.)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9045.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has all of the rights, powers, privileges, and
  functions provided by general law applicable to water control and
  improvement districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 61st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
               (1)  make, purchase, construct, lease, or otherwise
  acquire property, works, facilities, or improvements, existing or
  to be made, constructed, or acquired, inside or outside the
  district's boundaries and necessary to carry out the powers granted
  by this chapter or general law; or
               (2)  enter into a contract with a person on terms the
  board considers desirable, fair, and advantageous for:
                     (A)  the purchase or sale of water;
                     (B)  the transportation, treatment, and disposal
  of the domestic, industrial, or communal wastes of the district or
  others;
                     (C)  the continuing and orderly development of
  land and property in the district through the purchase,
  construction, or installation of facilities, works, or
  improvements that the district is otherwise authorized to do or
  perform so that, to the greatest extent reasonably possible,
  considering sound engineering and economic practices, all of the
  land and property may ultimately receive the services of the
  facilities, works, or improvements; and
                     (D)  the performance of any of the rights or
  powers granted by this chapter or general law relating to water
  control and improvement districts.
         (b)  A contract under Subsection (a)(2) may not have a
  duration of more than 40 years. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633,
  Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN. The district may
  exercise the power of eminent domain only:
               (1)  in Harris County; and
               (2)  when necessary to carry out the purposes for which
  the district was created. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 13
  (part).)
         Sec. 9045.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain makes necessary relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting,
  changing the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway,
  railroad, electric transmission line, telegraph or telephone
  property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
  accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 13 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
  may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 18 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9045.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
  the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633,
  Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9045.152.  DISTRICT ACCOUNTS. The district shall keep
  a complete system of the district's accounts. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 14 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.153.  COPY OF AUDIT REPORT. A copy of the audit
  report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water Code, shall
  be delivered:
               (1)  to each director; and
               (2)  to a holder of at least 25 percent of the
  outstanding bonds of the district, on request. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 14 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9045.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
               (1)  district property; or
               (2)  a purchase made by the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 21 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.155.  DEPOSITORY. (a)  The board shall select one
  or more banks in this state to act as depository for the district's
  money.
         (b)  To the extent that money in the depository bank is not
  insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
  must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
  county funds.
         (c)  A director may be a shareholder in a bank that is a
  depository of district money. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec.
  14 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
         Sec. 9045.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. (a) The district may
  issue tax bonds, revenue bonds, or tax and revenue bonds to provide
  money for any purpose of this chapter, including the acquisition of
  land.
         (b)  The district must issue bonds in the manner provided by
  Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code, except that the district may issue
  bonds payable solely from net revenue by resolution or order of the
  board without an election.
         (c)  Bonds issued under this subchapter may be payable from
  all or any designated part of the revenue of district property and
  facilities or under a specific contract, as provided in the order or
  resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.202.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) Within the
  discretion of the board, bonds issued under this subchapter may be
  additionally secured by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical
  property of the district and franchises, easements, water rights
  and appropriation permits, leases, contracts, and all rights
  appurtenant to that property, vesting in the trustee:
               (1)  the power to sell the property for payment of the
  debt;
               (2)  the power to operate the property; and
               (3)  all other powers to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust or
  mortgage lien, if one is given:
               (1)  is the absolute owner of the property, facilities,
  and rights purchased; and
               (2)  may maintain and operate the property and
  facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.203.  TRUST INDENTURE. A trust indenture created
  under Section 9045.202, regardless of the existence of a deed of
  trust or mortgage lien on the property, may:
               (1)  contain provisions prescribed by the board for the
  security of the bonds and the preservation of the trust estate;
               (2)  provide for amendment or modification of the trust
  indenture;
               (3)  provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
  or mutilated bonds;
               (4)  condition the right to spend district money or
  sell district property on the approval of a licensed engineer
  selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
               (5)  provide for the investment of district money.
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.204.  ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF
  CERTAIN BONDS. (a) In an order or resolution authorizing the
  issuance of revenue, tax-revenue, revenue refunding, or
  tax-revenue refunding bonds, the board may:
               (1)  provide for:
                     (A)  the flow of money; and
                     (B)  the establishment and maintenance of the
  interest and sinking fund, reserve fund, or other fund;
               (2)  make additional covenants with respect to the
  bonds and the pledged revenue and the operation and maintenance of
  the improvements and facilities the revenue of which is pledged,
  including provisions for the operation or leasing of all or part of
  the improvements and facilities and the use or pledge of money
  received from the operation contract or lease as the board
  considers appropriate;
               (3)  prohibit the further issuance of bonds or other
  obligations payable from the pledged revenue or reserve the right
  to issue additional bonds to be secured by a pledge of and payable
  from the revenue on a parity with, or subordinate to, the lien and
  pledge in support of the bonds being issued, subject to any
  conditions set forth in the order or resolution; and
               (4)  include any other provision or covenant, as the
  board determines, that is not prohibited by the Texas Constitution
  or this chapter.
         (b)  The board may adopt and cause to be executed any other
  proceeding or instrument necessary or convenient in the issuance of
  the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9045.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district may
  appropriate or set aside out of proceeds from the sale of district
  bonds an amount for:
               (1)  the payment of interest, administrative, and
  operating expenses expected to accrue during the period of
  construction, as may be provided in the bond orders or resolutions;
  and
               (2)  the payment of all expenses incurred and to be
  incurred in the issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds.
         (b)  For purposes of this section, the period of construction
  may not exceed three years.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 633, Sec. 12
  (part).)
  CHAPTER 9049.  HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT
  DISTRICT-FONDREN ROAD
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9049.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9049.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9049.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9049.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9049.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 9049.052.  APPOINTMENT OF SECRETARY AND TREASURER 
  Sec. 9049.053.  DIRECTOR'S AND TREASURER'S BONDS 
  Sec. 9049.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9049.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9049.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9049.102.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9049.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9049.151.  TAX METHOD 
  CHAPTER 9049.  HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT
  DISTRICT-FONDREN ROAD
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9049.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Harris County Water Control
  and Improvement District-Fondren Road. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  246, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9049.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 58th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9049.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 246, Secs. 1 (part), 3; Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 611, Sec. 5.)
         Sec. 9049.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 246, Acts
  of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963, as amended by
  Sections 1 and 3, Chapter 611, Acts of the 60th Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1967, as that territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure.  A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue bonds or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bonds;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board.  (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 4; Acts 60th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 611, Secs. 2, 4; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9049.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (a)  The board consists
  of five elected directors.
         (b)  To be appointed as a director a person must reside in
  this state, but such director is not required to reside in the
  district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9049.052.  APPOINTMENT OF SECRETARY AND TREASURER. The
  board shall appoint a secretary and a treasurer, who are not
  required to be directors. The board may combine the offices of
  secretary and treasurer. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 7
  (part).)
         Sec. 9049.053.  DIRECTOR'S AND TREASURER'S BONDS.  (a)  Each
  director shall give bond in the amount of $5,000 conditioned on the
  faithful performance of the director's duties.
         (b)  The treasurer shall give bond in the amount required by
  the board. The treasurer's bond shall be conditioned on the
  treasurer's faithful accounting for all money that comes into the
  treasurer's custody as treasurer of the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9049.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The board
  president has the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts
  58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9049.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
  When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
  board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
  power this chapter gives the president. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  246, Sec. 7 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9049.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 58th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9049.102.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may exercise the power of eminent domain only in Harris County.
  (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9049.103.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.  If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or facility, or
  pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246, Sec. 9
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9049.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 246,
  Sec. 5 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9050.  INVERNESS FOREST IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9050.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9050.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9050.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9050.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9050.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9050.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND 
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 9050.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 9050.052.  DIRECTOR'S BOND 
  Sec. 9050.053.  DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY
                   FROM BOARD MEETING 
  Sec. 9050.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9050.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9050.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9050.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9050.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9050.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9050.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION 
  Sec. 9050.106.  EFFECT OF ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9050.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9050.152.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 9050.153.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 9050.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9050.202.  FAILED BOND ELECTION 
  Sec. 9050.203.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 9050.  INVERNESS FOREST IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9050.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Inverness Forest Improvement
  District. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9050.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (d)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (e)  The district in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Secs. 1 (part),
  4, 22 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 605, Acts
  of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9050.005 of this chapter or its
  predecessor statute, former Section 16, Chapter 605, Acts of the
  59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure.  A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type or kind of
  bond for a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 3; New.)
         Sec. 9050.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) Except as
  otherwise provided by this section, the district may annex
  territory as provided by Section 49.302, Water Code.
         (b)  Territory may not be annexed to the district without the
  written consent of at least a three-fourths majority of all
  landowners in the territory to be annexed whose land must also
  constitute at least three-fourths of the value of all land in the
  territory to be annexed, as shown by the tax rolls of the county in
  which the territory to be annexed is located.
         (c)  A person who owns land or an interest in land affected by
  the annexation may, on or before the 30th day after the date of the
  canvassing order of the election for the annexation, file in the
  district court in the county in which the district is located a
  petition to review, set aside, modify, or suspend the annexation.
  After the period for filing the suit has expired, the annexation is:
               (1)  conclusive for all purposes; and
               (2)  not subject to judicial review.  (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 16 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND. (a) The
  board is not required to call or hold a hearing on the exclusion of
  land or other property from the district; provided, however, that
  the board shall hold a hearing if an owner of land or other property
  located in the district files a written request for a hearing with
  the board secretary before the district's first bond election is
  called.
         (b)  This section may not be construed to prevent the board
  on its own motion from calling and holding an exclusion hearing
  under general law. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 7.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 9050.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (a) The board consists
  of five elected directors.
         (b)  To be appointed as a director, a person must:
               (1)  be at least 18 years of age; and
               (2)  reside in this state.
         (c)  Such director is not required to reside in the district.
         (d)  Such director is not required to own land in the
  district, but before the district awards any construction
  contracts, each director must own land in the district subject to
  district taxation.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.052.  DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall give a
  bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful performance of the
  director's duties.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.053.  DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY FROM
  BOARD MEETING. (a) The board secretary shall sign the minutes of
  each board meeting.
         (b)  If the board secretary is absent from a board meeting,
  the board shall name a secretary pro tem for the meeting who may:
               (1)  exercise all powers and duties of the secretary
  for the meeting;
               (2)  sign the minutes of the meeting; and
               (3)  attest all orders passed or other action taken at
  the meeting. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The board
  president has the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts
  59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
  When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
  board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
  power this chapter or general law gives the president.  (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 9 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9050.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9050.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
               (1)  purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire a
  waterworks system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer system, or
  drainage facility or any part of those systems or facilities;
               (2)  make any purchase, construction, improvement,
  extension, addition, or repair necessary to a system or facility
  described by Subdivision (1);
               (3)  purchase or otherwise acquire, operate, and
  maintain any land, right-of-way, easement, site, equipment,
  building, plant, structure, or facility necessary for a system or
  facility described by Subdivision (1); and
               (4)  sell water and other services.
         (b)  The district may exercise any of the rights or powers
  granted by this chapter inside or outside the district's
  boundaries, but only in Harris County.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  605, Sec. 17 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may exercise the power of eminent domain only in Harris County.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telegraph or telephone property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  605, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
  may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 20.)
         Sec. 9050.106.  EFFECT OF ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. (a)  
  Notwithstanding Section 43.075(d)(3), Local Government Code, if a
  municipality annexes all of the territory in the district, the
  municipality is not required to assume the duties of the district to
  provide flood control services or to operate or maintain the
  levees, retainage ponds, pumps, mitigation channel, or other flood
  control facilities, improvements, or properties that the district
  operates and maintains or is required to operate and maintain.
         (b)  The municipality may elect to assume none, part, or all
  of the duties described by Subsection (a).  The municipality shall
  state in the ordinance annexing the territory which duties, if any,
  the municipality elects to assume.
         (c)  If the municipality elects to assume none or part of the
  duties described by Subsection (a), the district is not abolished
  and continues to exist for the exclusive purpose of performing the
  duties the municipality does not assume.  The district is not
  required to transfer to the municipality money received from
  maintenance taxes before the date of annexation and may continue to
  impose a maintenance tax as necessary to perform the duties the
  municipality does not assume.  The district may retain other
  property and assets, including money from the district's operation
  and maintenance account, as the district considers necessary to
  perform those duties.
         (d)  At any time after annexation the municipality by
  ordinance may assume the remaining duties and assets retained by
  the district and the district's debts, liabilities, and
  obligations.  The municipality shall provide the board written
  notice of the assumption at least 120 days before the date the
  assumption takes effect.  The district is abolished on the date the
  assumption takes effect.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 17B.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9050.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
  the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605,
  Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9050.152.  DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
  or more banks or trust companies in this state to act as a
  depository of bond proceeds or of revenue derived from the
  operation of district facilities.
         (b)  The depository shall, as determined by the board:
               (1)  furnish indemnity bonds;
               (2)  pledge securities; or
               (3)  meet any other requirements. (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 15.)
         Sec. 9050.153.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
               (1)  a district project or any part of the project; or
               (2)  a district purchase. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  605, Sec. 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 9050.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The district may:
               (1)  issue bonds of any kind to carry out any purpose
  authorized by this chapter; and
               (2)  provide for and make payment for the bonds and for
  any expense necessarily incurred in connection with the issuance of
  the bonds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 17 (part).)
         Sec. 9050.202.  FAILED BOND ELECTION. (a) A general law,
  including Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code, that provides for
  calling a hearing on the dissolution of a district after a failed
  district bond election does not apply to the district.
         (b)  After the expiration of six months from the date of a
  failed bond election, the board may call a subsequent bond
  election.
         (c)  The district continues to exist and retain its full
  power to function and operate regardless of the outcome of a bond
  election.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec. 19.)
         Sec. 9050.203.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
  bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
  from taxation in this state. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 605, Sec.
  22 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9051. JEFFERSON COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT
  DISTRICT NO. 10
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9051.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9051.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9051.003.  LEGISLATIVE FINDING 
  Sec. 9051.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER 
  Sec. 9051.005.  CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES 
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY AND ANNEXATION
  Sec. 9051.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9051.052.  ANNEXATION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY BY
                   MUNICIPALITY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 9051.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 9051.102.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 9051.103.  DIRECTOR'S BOND 
  Sec. 9051.104.  QUORUM 
  Sec. 9051.105.  OFFICERS 
  Sec. 9051.106.  EMPLOYEES 
  Sec. 9051.107.  EXPENDITURES 
  Sec. 9051.108.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 9051.109.  BUDGET 
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9051.151.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9051.152.  DISTRICT PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9051.153.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9051.154.  POWERS RELATING TO WATERWORKS OR
                   SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM 
  Sec. 9051.155.  CHARGES, FEES, AND TOLLS; PENALTY FOR
                   FAILURE TO PAY 
  Sec. 9051.156.  SURVEYS AND INVESTIGATIONS 
  Sec. 9051.157.  LIMITATION ON DISTRICT POWERS RELATING
                   TO GROUNDWATER 
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9051.201.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9051.202.  AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAX; TAX ELECTION 
  Sec. 9051.203.  TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR 
  Sec. 9051.204.  TAX RATE 
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
  Sec. 9051.251.  DEFINITION 
  Sec. 9051.252.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9051.253.  FORM OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9051.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD
                   VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 9051.255.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES;
                   TAX RATE 
  Sec. 9051.256.  ELECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN BONDS 
  Sec. 9051.257.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
                   BONDS 
  Sec. 9051.258.  CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES 
  Sec. 9051.259.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  Sec. 9051.260.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 9051. JEFFERSON COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT
  DISTRICT NO. 10
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9051.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Jefferson County Water
  Control and Improvement District No. 10. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  245, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9051.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Jefferson County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, for the purposes
  of:
               (1)  controlling, conserving, protecting, preserving,
  distributing, and using surface water;
               (2)  producing, distributing, and using groundwater;
  and
               (3)  regulating, controlling, and disposing of
  sewerage, waste, and other refuse to prevent the contamination of
  the public waters. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Secs. 1 (part),
  2 (part), 3 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.003.  LEGISLATIVE FINDING. The legislature finds
  that the district is essential to the accomplishment of the
  purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 11 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
  chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
  54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 11 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.005.  CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
  court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
  constitution of this state or of the United States, the district by
  resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
  the constitution. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 12 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY AND ANNEXATION
         Sec. 9051.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 245, Acts
  of the 54th Legislature, Regular Session, 1955, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
         Sec. 9051.052.  ANNEXATION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY BY
  MUNICIPALITY. Territory contained in the district may not be
  annexed, either wholly or partly, by a municipality unless the
  annexation is approved by a majority of the voters voting in a
  single election held jointly in the municipality and the district
  for that purpose.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 3A.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 9051.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. The board
  consists of five elected directors who serve staggered four-year
  terms that begin on May 16 following their election.  (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.102.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A director must:
               (1)  be a resident, qualified voter; and
               (2)  own taxable property in the district.  (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.103.  DIRECTOR'S BOND.  (a)  Each director must
  qualify by giving bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful
  performance of the director's duties.
         (b)  The bond must be recorded in the official bond records
  of the county. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.104.  QUORUM. Any three members of the board
  constitute a quorum. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4
  (part).)
         Sec. 9051.105.  OFFICERS. The board shall elect from among
  its members a president, a vice president, and a
  secretary-treasurer. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4
  (part).)
         Sec. 9051.106.  EMPLOYEES. The board may employ engineers,
  attorneys, and other technical or nontechnical employees or
  assistants and set and provide the amount and manner of their
  compensation. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.107.  EXPENDITURES. The board may provide for the
  payment of expenditures considered essential to the proper
  maintenance and administration of the district. (Acts 54th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.108.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS. (a) A director
  shall receive a fee of $3 per day for attending each board meeting,
  except that not more than $6 per day may be paid to a director for
  meetings held in any one calendar month.
         (b)  In all areas of conflict with Subsection (a) of this
  section, Section 49.060, Water Code, takes precedence.
         (c)  A director's compensation may be increased as
  authorized by Section 49.060, Water Code, by resolution adopted by
  the board in accordance with Subsection (e) of that section on or
  after September 1, 1995. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 4
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 9051.109.  BUDGET. (a)  Before the adoption of the
  district's annual tax rate, the president of the board must
  prepare, or have prepared, and the board must approve a budget to
  cover all proposed expenditures of the district for the succeeding
  tax year.
         (b)  The budget must:
               (1)  be itemized to make as clear as practicable a
  comparison between the expenditures included in the proposed budget
  and the actual expenditures for the same or similar purposes for the
  preceding tax year;
               (2)  show as definitely as possible each project for
  which appropriations are included in the budget and the estimated
  amount of money included in the budget for each project; and
               (3)  contain a complete financial statement of the
  district showing:
                     (A)  all outstanding obligations;
                     (B)  the cash on hand to the credit of each fund;
                     (C)  the money received from all sources during
  the preceding year;
                     (D)  the money available from all sources during
  the succeeding year;
                     (E)  the estimated revenue available to cover the
  proposed budget; and
                     (F)  the estimated tax rate required for the
  succeeding tax year. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 6 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9051.151.  GENERAL POWERS. (a) Except as otherwise
  provided by this chapter, the district has all the powers and duties
  granted to water control and improvement districts by Chapters 49
  and 51, Water Code, and all other laws applicable to water control
  and improvement districts.
         (b)  The district may formulate and execute any plan
  considered essential to the accomplishment of the purposes for
  which it is created. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.152.  DISTRICT PROPERTY. (a)  The district may
  acquire, maintain, use, and operate property of any kind or any
  interest in property necessary to the exercise of the powers,
  rights, privileges, and functions of the district under this
  chapter.
         (b)  The district may acquire property or an interest in
  property as provided by Subsection (a) by purchase, construction,
  lease, gift, or any other manner.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245,
  Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9051.153.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, telegraph or telephone property or facility, or
  pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 8A.)
         Sec. 9051.154.  POWERS RELATING TO WATERWORKS OR SANITARY
  SEWER SYSTEM. The district may purchase, construct, or otherwise
  acquire a waterworks or sanitary sewer system and may:
               (1)  own and operate the system; and
               (2)  construct an addition, extension, or improvement
  to the system. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.155.  CHARGES, FEES, AND TOLLS; PENALTY FOR
  FAILURE TO PAY. The district may set and collect charges, fees, or
  tolls for the services of its water and sanitary systems and
  facilities and impose penalties for the failure to pay when due
  those charges, fees, or tolls. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec.
  7.)
         Sec. 9051.156.  SURVEYS AND INVESTIGATIONS. The board may
  conduct or arrange for a survey or an engineering investigation to
  provide information for the district to facilitate the
  accomplishment of a district purpose. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  245, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.157.  LIMITATION ON DISTRICT POWERS RELATING TO
  GROUNDWATER. The district may not adopt or enforce a rule relating
  to or require a permit for the production or use of groundwater by
  others.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 2 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9051.201.  TAX METHOD. The district shall use the ad
  valorem plan of taxation. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 2
  (part).)
         Sec. 9051.202.  AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAX; TAX ELECTION. (a)
  If a tax is authorized at an election under Section 49.107, Water
  Code, the district may impose a tax to provide money:
               (1)  necessary to construct or acquire, maintain, and
  operate improvements, works, plants, and facilities considered
  essential or beneficial to the district; or
               (2)  adequate to defray the cost of the maintenance,
  operation, and administration of the district.
         (b)  An election for the imposition of taxes authorized by
  this section must be ordered by the board. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 245, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.203.  TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR. The board shall
  appoint a tax assessor and collector. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  245, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9051.204.  TAX RATE. The board shall set the tax rate
  of the district annually and certify the rate to the tax assessor
  and collector. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 6 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
         Sec. 9051.251.  DEFINITION. In this subchapter, "net
  revenue" means the gross revenue of the district minus the amount
  necessary to pay the cost of maintaining and operating the district
  and its property. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 9(c)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9051.252.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. (a)  To accomplish
  district purposes, the board may borrow money, issue bonds, and
  prescribe the method of payment of the bonds by the use of net
  revenue, taxes, or both net revenue and taxes.
         (b)  Bonds must be authorized by a board resolution.
         (c)  In the resolution authorizing the bonds, the district
  may set aside an amount from the bond proceeds for:
               (1)  the payment of interest expected to accrue during
  construction; and
               (2)  a reserve interest and sinking fund.
         (d)  Bond proceeds may be used to pay all expenses
  necessarily incurred in accomplishing district purposes, including
  the expenses of issuing and selling the bonds.
         (e)  Pending the use of bond proceeds for the purpose for
  which the bonds were issued, the board may invest the proceeds in
  obligations of the United States. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245,
  Secs. 9(a), (b) (part), (f).)
         Sec. 9051.253.  FORM OF BONDS. District bonds must be:
               (1)  signed by the president; and
               (2)  attested by the secretary. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 245, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9051.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM
  TAXES. (a) Bonds, other than refunding bonds, payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes may not be issued unless authorized by
  a majority of the district voters voting at an election.
         (b)  The board may order an election under this section
  without a petition. The order must specify:
               (1)  the time and places at which the election will be
  held;
               (2)  the purpose for which the bonds will be issued;
               (3)  the maximum amount of the bonds;
               (4)  the maximum maturity of the bonds;
               (5)  the maximum interest rate;
               (6)  the form of the ballot; and
               (7)  the presiding judge for each voting place.
         (c)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
  substantial copy of the order in a newspaper of general circulation
  in the district. The notice must be published once each week for
  two consecutive weeks. The first publication must be at least 14
  days before the date of the election.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  245, Sec. 9(i) (part).)
         Sec. 9051.255.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES; TAX
  RATE. (a) If bonds are issued payable wholly or partly from ad
  valorem taxes, the board shall impose a tax sufficient to pay the
  bonds and the interest on the bonds as the bonds and interest become
  due.
         (b)  The board may adopt the rate of a tax imposed under
  Subsection (a) for any year after giving consideration to the money
  received from the pledged revenue that may be available for payment
  of principal and interest to the extent and in the manner permitted
  by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.  (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 9(d).)
         Sec. 9051.256.  ELECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN BONDS.  
  Bonds payable solely from the district's net revenue, from the
  proceeds of any water contract, or from any source other than ad
  valorem taxes may be issued pursuant to a board resolution without a
  hearing or election.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 9(i)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9051.257.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.  
  District bonds may be secured by a pledge of all or part of the net
  revenue of the district, or by the net revenue of one or more
  contracts made before or after the issuance of the bonds, or other
  revenue in the manner specified by board resolution.  The pledge may
  reserve the right, under conditions specified by the pledge, to
  issue additional bonds that will be on a parity with or subordinate
  to the bonds then being issued.  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245,
  Sec. 9(c) (part).)
         Sec. 9051.258.  CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES. If district
  bonds payable wholly or partly from revenue are issued, the board
  shall set by contract with the persons who contract with it for a
  water supply or water or sewer facilities the rates of compensation
  for water sold and water or sewer services provided by the district.
  The rates must be sufficient to pay:
               (1)  the expense of operating and maintaining the
  district and its facilities; and
               (2)  all obligations incurred by the district as they
  mature, including the reserve fund and other funds as may be
  provided for the bonds or other contracts under the terms of the
  bonds or other contracts and as may be provided in the board
  resolution pertaining to the bonds or other contracts. (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 9(e).)
         Sec. 9051.259.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The board may issue
  refunding bonds without an election to refund outstanding bonds
  issued under this subchapter and interest on those bonds.
         (b)  Refunding bonds may be issued to refund bonds of more
  than one series.
         (c)  In the case of bonds secured wholly or partly by net
  revenue, the district may:
               (1)  combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
  the security of the refunding bonds; or
               (2)  secure the refunding bonds by a pledge of other or
  additional revenue.
         (d)  The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
  issuance of other bonds and the rights and remedies of the holders
  apply to refunding bonds. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec.
  9(h).)
         Sec. 9051.260.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and the income from
  the bond, including profits on the sale of the bond, are exempt from
  taxation by this state or by any political subdivision of this
  state. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 245, Sec. 10.)
  CHAPTER 9052. FLAMINGO ISLES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF
  GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9052.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9052.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9052.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9052.004.  DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  Sec. 9052.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9052.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9052.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9052.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9052.152.  RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE 
  Sec. 9052.153.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS 
  Sec. 9052.154.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9052.155.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9052.156.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE
                   OR SALE 
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9052.201.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9052.202.  DEPOSITORY 
  CHAPTER 9052. FLAMINGO ISLES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF
  GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9052.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "District" means the Flamingo Isles Municipal
  Utility District of Galveston County, Texas. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 613, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9052.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in
  Galveston County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
               (2)  a water control and improvement district; and
               (3)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 613, Secs. 1 (part), 7 (part), 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC
  PURPOSE.  (a)  The district is created to serve a public use and
  benefit.
         (b)  All land and other property in the district will benefit
  from the creation of the district and the improvements the district
  will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 613, Secs. 7 (part), 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.004.  DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT. The district may
  be dissolved by the board in accordance with Sections
  51.781-51.791, Water Code.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 5
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
         Sec. 9052.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY.  (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 613, Acts
  of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9052.052 or its predecessor statute,
  former Section 5, Chapter 613, Acts of the 59th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1965; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue bonds or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bonds;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or its
  governing body. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 2; New.)
         Sec. 9052.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT.  The district
  may not add land to the district unless:
               (1)  an owner of land adjacent or contiguous to the
  district requests in writing that the district add land;
               (2)  the owner of the land to be added consents to the
  addition; and
               (3)  the land is adjacent or contiguous to the district
  when added.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 5 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9052.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD.  The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 4
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9052.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS.  The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.152.  RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE.  The district may
  provide for the reclamation and drainage of overflowed land and
  other land needing drainage in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 613, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.153.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS.  The district
  may make, construct, or otherwise acquire existing improvements or
  improvements to be made, constructed, or acquired, inside or
  outside the district, that are necessary to carry out a power
  granted to the district under this chapter or a general law
  described by Section 9052.151. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec.
  3 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.154.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.  
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  613, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.155.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 3 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.156.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE OR
  SALE. A district contract for the purchase or sale of water may not
  exceed 40 years. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613, Sec. 3 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9052.201.  TAX METHOD.  (a)  The district shall use the
  ad valorem basis or plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613,
  Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9052.202.  DEPOSITORY.  (a)  The board by resolution
  shall designate one or more banks inside or outside the district to
  serve as the district's depository. A designated bank serves for
  two years and until a successor is designated.
         (b)  All district money shall be secured in the manner
  provided for securing county funds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 613,
  Sec. 8.)
  CHAPTER 9053.  LAZY RIVER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9053.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9053.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9053.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9053.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9053.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9053.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND 
  Sec. 9053.007.  CERTAIN STATUTES NOT APPLICABLE TO
                   DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
  Sec. 9053.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 9053.052.  DIRECTOR'S BOND 
  Sec. 9053.053.  DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY
                   FROM BOARD MEETING 
  Sec. 9053.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9053.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9053.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9053.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9053.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9053.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9053.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9053.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9053.152.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 9053.153.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 9053.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9053.202.  EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK 
  Sec. 9053.203.  FAILED BOND ELECTION 
  Sec. 9053.204.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 9053.  LAZY RIVER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9053.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Lazy River Improvement
  District. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9053.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Montgomery County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (d)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (e)  The district in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Secs. 1 (part),
  4, 22 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 584, Acts
  of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9053.005 of this chapter or its
  predecessor statute, former Section 16, Chapter 584, Acts of the
  59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type or kind of
  bond or to pay the principal of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 3; New.)
         Sec. 9053.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) Except as
  otherwise provided by this section, the district may annex
  territory as provided by Section 49.302, Water Code.
         (b)  Territory may not be annexed to the district without the
  written consent of at least a three-fourths majority of all
  landowners in the territory to be annexed whose land must also
  constitute at least three-fourths of the value of all land in the
  territory to be annexed, as shown by the tax rolls of the county in
  which the territory to be annexed is located.
         (c)  A finding by the district that the requirements of
  Subsection (b) have been met is:
               (1)  conclusive for all purposes; and
               (2)  not subject to judicial review.  (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 16.)
         Sec. 9053.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND.  (a)  The
  board is not required to call or hold a hearing on the exclusion of
  land or other property from the district; provided, however, that
  the board shall hold a hearing if an owner of land or other property
  located in the district files a written request for a hearing with
  the board secretary before the district's first bond election is
  called.
         (b)  This section may not be construed to prevent the board
  on its own motion from calling and holding an exclusion hearing
  under general law. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 7.)
         Sec. 9053.007.  CERTAIN STATUTES NOT APPLICABLE TO DISTRICT.
  (a)  The district is created notwithstanding the provisions of
  Chapter 160, Acts of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963
  (former Article 970a, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), as those
  provisions existed on June 17, 1965, and those provisions do not
  apply to the district.
         (b)  Any conflict between this section and subsequent
  amendments to provisions described by Subsection (a) or the
  subsequent codification of provisions described by Subsection (a)
  in the Local Government Code is governed by the rules of statutory
  construction, including Sections 311.025(a) and 311.026,
  Government Code (Code Construction Act).  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 584, Sec. 13; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
         Sec. 9053.051.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (a) The board consists
  of five elected directors.
         (b)  To be appointed as a director, a person must:
               (1)  be at least 18 years of age; and
               (2)  reside in this state.
         (c)  Such director is not required to reside in the district.
         (d)  Such director is not required to own land in the
  district, but before the district awards any construction
  contracts, each director must own land in the district subject to
  district taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.052.  DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall give a
  bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful performance of the
  director's duties.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.053.  DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY FROM
  BOARD MEETING. (a) The board secretary shall sign the minutes of
  each board meeting.
         (b)  If the board secretary is absent from a board meeting,
  the board shall name a secretary pro tem for the meeting who may:
               (1)  exercise all powers and duties of the secretary
  for the meeting;
               (2)  sign the minutes of the meeting; and
               (3)  attest all orders passed or other action taken at
  the meeting. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.054.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The board
  president has the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts
  59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.055.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
  When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
  board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
  power this chapter or general law gives the president.  (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 9 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9053.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9053.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
               (1)  purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire a
  waterworks system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer system, or
  drainage facility or any part of those systems or facilities;
               (2)  make any purchase, construction, improvement,
  extension, addition, or repair necessary to a system or facility
  described by Subdivision (1);
               (3)  purchase or otherwise acquire, operate, and
  maintain any land, right-of-way, easement, site, equipment,
  building, plant, structure, or facility necessary for a system or
  facility described by Subdivision (1); and
               (4)  sell water and other services.
         (b)  The district may exercise any of the rights or powers
  granted by this chapter inside or outside the district's
  boundaries, but only in Montgomery County. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 584, Sec. 17 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may exercise the power of eminent domain only in Montgomery County.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, telegraph or telephone property or facility, or
  pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 12
  (part).)
         Sec. 9053.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
  may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 20.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9053.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
  the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584,
  Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9053.152.  DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
  or more banks or trust companies in this state to act as a
  depository of bond proceeds or of revenue derived from the
  operation of district facilities.
         (b)  The depository shall, as determined by the board:
               (1)  furnish indemnity bonds;
               (2)  pledge securities; or
               (3)  meet any other requirements. (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 15.)
         Sec. 9053.153.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
               (1)  a district project or any part of the project; or
               (2)  a district purchase. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  584, Sec. 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 9053.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The district may:
               (1)  issue bonds of any kind to carry out any purpose
  authorized by this chapter; and
               (2)  provide for and make payment for the bonds and for
  any expense necessarily incurred in connection with the issuance of
  the bonds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 17 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.202.  EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK. The
  district may exchange bonds, including refunding bonds:
               (1)  for property acquired by purchase; or
               (2)  in payment of the contract price of work performed
  or materials or services provided for the use and benefit of the
  district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 18 (part).)
         Sec. 9053.203.  FAILED BOND ELECTION. (a) A general law,
  including Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code, that provides for
  calling a hearing on the dissolution of a district after a failed
  district bond election does not apply to the district.
         (b)  After the expiration of 30 days from the date of a failed
  bond election, the board may call a subsequent bond election.
         (c)  The district continues to exist and retain its full
  power to function and operate regardless of the outcome of a bond
  election.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec. 19.)
         Sec. 9053.204.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
  bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
  from taxation in this state. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 584, Sec.
  22 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9055. WISE COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9055.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9055.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9055.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY AND ANNEXATIONS TO DISTRICT
  TERRITORY
  Sec. 9055.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9055.052.  AUTHORITY TO ANNEX TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9055.053.  PETITION FOR ANNEXATION; BOARD FINDINGS
                   AND RESOLUTION; HEARING 
  Sec. 9055.054.  ANNEXATION HEARING 
  Sec. 9055.055.  BOARD FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION; ELECTION 
  Sec. 9055.056.  NOTICE OF ANNEXATION ELECTION 
  Sec. 9055.057.  ELECTION RESULTS 
  Sec. 9055.058.  ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL
                   TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9055.059.  ASSUMPTION OF DEBT; TAXES 
  Sec. 9055.060.  RESTRICTION ON ANNEXATION OF RAILROAD
                   RIGHT-OF-WAY, TRANSMISSION LINE, OR
                   OTHER UTILITY PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9055.101.  BOARD 
  Sec. 9055.102.  APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 9055.103.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 9055.104.  VACANCY 
  Sec. 9055.105.  OFFICERS 
  Sec. 9055.106.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9055.107.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9055.151.  CONSTRUCTION OF DAM 
  Sec. 9055.152.  SOURCES OF WATER 
  Sec. 9055.153.  CONSTRUCTION OR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9055.154.  WATER APPROPRIATION PERMITS 
  Sec. 9055.155.  PURCHASE OF WATER 
  Sec. 9055.156.  EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 9055.157.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9055.158.  CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS 
  Sec. 9055.159.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER AND OPERATE
                   FACILITIES 
  Sec. 9055.160.  ADOPTION OF RULES 
  Sec. 9055.161.  APPLICABILITY AND ENFORCEMENT OF
                   CERTAIN LAWS 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  GENERAL FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9055.201.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 9055.202.  PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM ASSESSMENT OR
                   TAXATION 
  Sec. 9055.203.  COLLECTION OF DISTRICT TAXES; CONTRACTS
                   FOR PERFORMANCE OF ADMINISTRATIVE
                   DUTIES 
  SUBCHAPTER F.  BONDS
  Sec. 9055.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9055.252.  FORM OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9055.253.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 9055.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD
                   VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 9055.255.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM REVENUE 
  Sec. 9055.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 9055.257.  TAX AND RATE REQUIREMENTS 
  Sec. 9055.258.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 9055.259.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 9055.260.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER 
  Sec. 9055.261.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  Sec. 9055.262.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 9055. WISE COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9055.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Wise County Water Supply
  District. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9055.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
  All land in the district will benefit from the improvements to be
  acquired and constructed by the district.
         (b)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (c)  The district, in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter, will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 2 (part),
  19 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY AND ANNEXATIONS TO DISTRICT
  TERRITORY
         Sec. 9055.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 268, Acts
  of the 53rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1953, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (2)  this subchapter or its predecessor statute, former
  Section 5, Chapter 268, Acts of the 53rd Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1953; or
               (3)  other law. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 2
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 9055.052.  AUTHORITY TO ANNEX TERRITORY. Territory
  inside Wise County, whether contiguous to the district or not, may
  be annexed to the district in the manner provided by this
  subchapter. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.053.  PETITION FOR ANNEXATION; BOARD FINDINGS AND
  RESOLUTION; HEARING. (a) The board may annex territory under this
  subchapter if a petition requesting annexation is signed by 50
  registered voters of the territory to be annexed who own taxable
  property in that territory, or by a majority of the registered
  voters of that territory who own taxable property in that
  territory, and is filed with the board. The petition must describe
  the territory to be annexed by metes and bounds.
         (b)  If the board determines that the petition complies with
  Subsection (a), that the annexation would be in the interest of the
  district, and that the district will be able to supply water to the
  territory, the board shall:
               (1)  adopt a resolution declaring its intention to call
  an election in the territory to submit the proposition of whether
  the territory is to be annexed to the district; and
               (2)  set a time and place to hold a board hearing on the
  question of whether the territory to be annexed will benefit from
  the improvements, works, and facilities then owned or operated or
  contemplated to be owned or operated by the district. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 5(a), (b).)
         Sec. 9055.054.  ANNEXATION HEARING. (a) At least 10 days
  before the date of the annexation hearing, notice of the adoption of
  the resolution stating the time and place of the hearing and
  addressed to the citizens and owners of property in the territory to
  be annexed shall be published one time in a newspaper of general
  circulation in the territory to be annexed. The notice must
  describe the territory in the same manner in which Section
  9055.053(a) requires the petition to describe the territory.
         (b)  If a newspaper of general circulation is not published
  in the territory to be annexed, the notice shall be posted in three
  public places in the territory.
         (c)  Any interested person may appear at the hearing and
  offer evidence for or against the annexation.
         (d)  The hearing may proceed in the order and under the rules
  prescribed by the board and may be recessed from time to time.
  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 5(c), (d) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.055.  BOARD FINDINGS AND RESOLUTION; ELECTION.
  If, at the conclusion of the annexation hearing, the board finds
  that all land in the territory to be annexed will benefit from the
  present or contemplated improvements, works, or facilities of the
  district, the board shall adopt a resolution that:
               (1)  calls an election in the territory to be annexed;
  and
               (2)  states the date of the election and the place or
  places of holding the election. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268,
  Sec. 5(d) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.056.  NOTICE OF ANNEXATION ELECTION. At least 10
  days before the date set for the election, notice of the election
  must be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in
  the district. In addition to the requirements of Section 4.004,
  Election Code, notice of the annexation election must:
               (1)  state the conditions under which the territory may
  be annexed; or
               (2)  refer to the resolution of the board for that
  purpose. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 5(e).)
         Sec. 9055.057.  ELECTION RESULTS. (a) The board shall issue
  an order declaring the results of the annexation election.
         (b)  If the order shows that a majority of the votes cast are
  in favor of annexation, the board shall annex the proposed
  territory to the district. The annexation is incontestable except
  within the time for contesting elections under the general election
  law.
         (c)  A certified copy of the order shall be recorded in the
  deed records of the county in which the territory is located. (Acts
  53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.058.  ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN MUNICIPAL TERRITORY.
  (a) Territory annexed to any municipality in the district may be
  annexed to the district as provided by this section.
         (b)  At any time after final passage of an ordinance or
  resolution annexing territory to a municipality in the district,
  the board may give notice of a hearing on the question of annexing
  that territory or any part of that territory to the district. The
  notice is sufficient if it:
               (1)  states the date and place of the hearing; and
               (2)  describes the area proposed to be annexed or
  refers to the annexation ordinance or resolution of the
  municipality.
         (c)  At least 10 days before the date set for the hearing, the
  notice must be published one time in a newspaper of general
  circulation in the annexing municipality.
         (d)  If, as a result of the hearing, the board finds that the
  territory will benefit from the water supplied or to be supplied by
  the district, the board shall adopt a resolution annexing the
  territory to the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec.
  5(h).)
         Sec. 9055.059.  ASSUMPTION OF DEBT; TAXES. (a)  After
  territory is annexed to the district, the board may hold an election
  in the district as enlarged to determine whether the district as
  enlarged shall assume any tax-supported bonds then outstanding and
  those previously voted but not yet sold and impose an ad valorem tax
  on all taxable property in the district as enlarged to pay the
  bonds, unless the proposition is voted along with the annexation
  election and becomes binding on the territory annexed.
         (b)  An election held under Subsection (a) shall be held in
  the same manner as an election under this chapter for the issuance
  of bonds. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 5(i).)
         Sec. 9055.060.  RESTRICTION ON ANNEXATION OF RAILROAD
  RIGHT-OF-WAY, TRANSMISSION LINE, OR OTHER UTILITY PROPERTY.
  Railroad right-of-way, transmission lines and other property of
  electric and gas utilities that are not in the limits of a
  municipality will not benefit from improvements, works, and
  facilities the district is authorized to construct. Therefore,
  railroad right-of-way or transmission lines or other property of
  electric and gas utilities may not be annexed to the district unless
  the right-of-way, transmission lines and other property of electric
  and gas utilities are contained in the limits of a municipality
  annexed to the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 5(d)
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9055.101.  BOARD.  (a) The district is governed by a
  board of five directors.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered two-year terms expiring the
  first Tuesday of May.
         (c)  A majority of directors constitutes a quorum. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.102.  APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS. In April of each
  year, the governing body of the City of Decatur shall appoint a
  director to succeed each director whose term expires during the
  following May. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 3(c) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.103.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) A person may
  not be appointed a director unless the person resides in and owns
  taxable property in the district.
         (b)  A member of a municipality's governing body or an
  employee of a municipality may not be a director. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.104.  VACANCY. The governing body of the City of
  Decatur shall appoint a successor to fill a vacancy on the board for
  the unexpired term. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 3(c)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9055.105.  OFFICERS. (a)  The board shall elect from
  the board's membership a president, a vice president, and any other
  officers as the board determines necessary. The president is the
  chief executive officer of the district and the presiding officer
  of the board. The vice president shall act as president if the
  president is absent or fails or declines to act.
         (b)  The board shall appoint a secretary and a treasurer, who
  are not required to be directors. The board may combine the offices
  of secretary and treasurer. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 4
  (part).)
         Sec. 9055.106.  VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The president has
  the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.107.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS. (a) Each
  director shall give bond in the amount of $5,000 conditioned on the
  faithful performance of the director's duties. The district shall
  pay the cost of the bond.
         (b)  The treasurer shall give bond in the amount required by
  the board. The treasurer's bond shall be conditioned on the
  treasurer's faithful accounting for all money that comes into the
  treasurer's custody as treasurer of the district. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 3(a) (part), 4 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9055.151.  CONSTRUCTION OF DAM. (a) The district may
  impound storm and flood waters and the unappropriated flow waters
  at one or more places and in an amount approved by the Texas
  Commission on Environmental Quality by constructing one or more
  dams inside or outside the district in Wise County. In exercising
  its powers under this subsection, the district shall comply with
  Subchapters A-D, Chapter 11, and Subchapter B, Chapter 12, Water
  Code.
         (b)  A dam or other works for the impounding of water under
  this section may not be constructed until the plans for the dam or
  other works are approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental
  Quality. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.152.  SOURCES OF WATER. The district may develop
  or otherwise acquire sources of water. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
  268, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.153.  CONSTRUCTION OR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY.
  (a) The district may construct or otherwise acquire all works,
  plants, and other facilities necessary or useful for the purpose of
  processing water impounded, developed, or otherwise acquired and
  transporting it to municipalities and others for municipal,
  domestic, and industrial purposes.
         (b)  The district, inside or outside the district, may:
               (1)  construct or otherwise acquire all works, plants,
  and other facilities necessary for the purpose of receiving and
  treating water purchased from others; and
               (2)  transport the water to municipalities and others
  for municipal, domestic, and industrial purposes. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 6 (part), 6a.)
         Sec. 9055.154.  WATER APPROPRIATION PERMITS. The district
  may acquire water appropriation permits directly from the Texas
  Commission on Environmental Quality or from owners of permits.
  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 16 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.155.  PURCHASE OF WATER. The district may
  purchase water or a water supply from any person. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 16 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.156.  EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) To carry out a power
  provided by this chapter, the district may exercise the power of
  eminent domain to acquire land and easements inside or outside the
  district in Wise County, including land above the probable high
  water line around the reservoirs.
         (b)  The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
  in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.
         (c)  The board shall determine the amount and the type of
  interest in land and easements to be acquired under this section.
  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9055.157.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
  relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
  transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or facility, or
  pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
  expense of the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 7
  (part).)
         Sec. 9055.158.  CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) This section
  applies only to a construction contract or contract for the
  purchase of materials, equipment, or supplies requiring an
  expenditure of more than $2,000.
         (b)  The district shall award a contract to the lowest and
  best bidder after publishing notice to bidders once a week for two
  weeks in a newspaper published in the district that is designated by
  the board.
         (c)  The notice is sufficient if it states:
               (1)  the time and place for opening the bids;
               (2)  the general nature of the work to be done or the
  materials, equipment, or supplies to be purchased; and
               (3)  the place where and the terms on which copies of
  the plans and specifications may be obtained. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9055.159.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER AND OPERATE
  FACILITIES. (a) The district may contract with municipalities and
  others to supply water to those entities.
         (b)  The district may contract with a municipality for the
  rental or leasing of or for the operation of the water production,
  water supply, and water supply facilities of the municipality.
         (c)  The district may contract with the City of Decatur for
  the operation of the district's facilities by the city.
         (d)  The contract may be on terms and for the time agreed to
  by the parties.
         (e)  The contract may provide that it will continue in effect
  until bonds specified in it and refunding bonds issued in lieu of
  the bonds are paid. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 14.)
         Sec. 9055.160.  ADOPTION OF RULES. The board may adopt
  reasonable rules to:
               (1)  secure, maintain, and preserve the sanitary
  condition of water in and water that flows into any reservoir owned
  by the district;
               (2)  prevent waste of or the unauthorized use of water;
  and
               (3)  regulate residence, hunting, fishing, boating,
  camping, and any other recreational or business privilege along or
  around any district reservoir and the stream leading into the
  reservoir, and its tributaries, or any body of land, or easement
  owned or controlled by the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
  268, Sec. 21(a).)
         Sec. 9055.161.  APPLICABILITY AND ENFORCEMENT OF CERTAIN
  LAWS. (a) The general laws applicable to a water control and
  improvement district for the preservation of the sanitary condition
  of water, the prevention of waste, and the regulation of hunting,
  fishing, boating, and other similar uses, apply to the district.
         (b)  The law officers of the county and state shall enforce
  in court the laws described by Subsection (a). (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 21(b).)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  GENERAL FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9055.201.  DEPOSITORY. (a) Except as provided by
  Subsection (i), the board shall designate one or more banks in the
  district to serve as depository for the district's money.
         (b)  District money shall be deposited with a designated
  depository bank or banks, except that:
               (1)  money pledged to pay bonds may be deposited with
  the trustee bank named in the trust agreement; and
               (2)  money shall be remitted to the bank of payment for
  the payment of principal of and interest on bonds.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank or a
  trustee bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance
  Corporation, the money must be secured in the manner provided by law
  for the security of county funds.
         (d)  The board shall prescribe the terms of service for
  depositories.
         (e)  Before designating a depository bank, the board shall
  issue a notice that:
               (1)  states the time and place at which the board will
  meet to designate a depository bank or banks; and
               (2)  invites the banks in the district to submit an
  application to be designated as a depository.
         (f)  The notice must be published one time in a newspaper
  published in the district and specified by the board.
         (g)  At the time stated in the notice, the board shall:
               (1)  consider the application and the management and
  condition of each bank that applies; and
               (2)  designate as a depository the bank or banks that:
                     (A)  offer the most favorable terms for handling
  the money; and
                     (B)  the board finds have proper management and
  are in condition to handle the money.
         (h)  Membership on the board of an officer or director of a
  bank does not disqualify the bank from being designated as a
  depository.
         (i)  If the board does not receive any applications before
  the time stated in the notice, or if the board rejects all
  applications, the board shall designate one or more banks located
  inside or outside the district on terms that the board finds
  advantageous to the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec.
  15.)
         Sec. 9055.202.  PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM ASSESSMENT OR TAXATION.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on a project
  or any part of a project. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 19
  (part).)
         Sec. 9055.203.  COLLECTION OF DISTRICT TAXES; CONTRACTS FOR
  PERFORMANCE OF ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES. (a)  The City of Decatur
  shall collect all taxes imposed by the district.
         (b)  The district may enter into a contract with the City of
  Decatur under which municipal employees, including the tax
  collector and assessor of the municipality, perform administrative
  duties that might otherwise require the district to employ
  personnel. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 20(a) (part),
  (b).)
  SUBCHAPTER F.  BONDS
         Sec. 9055.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a) The district
  may issue bonds to:
               (1)  provide a source of water supply for
  municipalities and other users for municipal, domestic, and
  industrial purposes; or
               (2)  carry out any other power conferred by this
  chapter.
         (b)  The bonds must be authorized by a board resolution.
  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 9(a) (part), (b) (part), (c),
  (e) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.252.  FORM OF BONDS. District bonds must be:
               (1)  issued in the district's name;
               (2)  signed by the president or vice president; and
               (3)  attested by the secretary. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 268, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.253.  MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
  later than 40 years after the date of their issuance. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM
  TAXES. (a) Bonds, other than refunding bonds, payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes may not be issued unless authorized by
  a district election held for that purpose at which a majority of the
  votes cast favor the bond issuance.
         (b)  The board may order an election under this section
  without a petition. The order must specify:
               (1)  the time and places at which the election will be
  held;
               (2)  the purpose for which the bonds will be issued;
               (3)  the maximum amount of the bonds;
               (4)  the maximum maturity of the bonds;
               (5)  the form of the ballot; and
               (6)  the presiding judge for each voting place.
         (c)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
  substantial copy of the order calling the election in a newspaper
  published in the district for two consecutive weeks. The first
  publication must be not later than the 21st day before the date of
  the election. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 12(a) (part),
  (b).)
         Sec. 9055.255.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM REVENUE. (a) In this
  section, "net revenue" means the gross revenue of the district
  minus the amount necessary to pay the cost of maintaining and
  operating the district and its property.
         (b)  Bonds issued under this subchapter may be secured under
  board resolution by a pledge of:
               (1)  all or part of the district's net revenue;
               (2)  the net revenue of one or more contracts made
  before or after the issuance of the bonds; or
               (3)  other revenue specified by board resolution.
         (c)  The pledge may reserve the right to issue additional
  bonds on a parity with or subordinate to the bonds being issued,
  subject to conditions specified by the pledge.
         (d)  Bonds not payable wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes
  may be issued without an election. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268,
  Secs. 9(a) (part), (d), 12(a) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES. The
  district may issue bonds payable from:
               (1)  ad valorem taxes imposed on taxable property in
  the district; or
               (2)  ad valorem taxes and revenue of the district.
  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 9(e) (part).)
         Sec. 9055.257.  TAX AND RATE REQUIREMENTS. (a) If the
  district issues bonds payable wholly or partly from ad valorem
  taxes, the board shall impose a tax sufficient to pay the bonds and
  the interest on the bonds as the bonds and interest become due. The
  board may adopt the rate of the tax after considering the money
  received from the pledged revenue available for payment of
  principal and interest to the extent and in the manner permitted by
  the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
         (b)  If the district issues bonds payable wholly or partly
  from revenue, the board shall set and revise the rates of
  compensation for water sold and services rendered by the district.
         (c)  For bonds payable wholly from revenue, the rates of
  compensation must be sufficient to:
               (1)  pay the expense of operating and maintaining the
  facilities of the district;
               (2)  pay the bonds as they mature and the interest as it
  accrues; and
               (3)  maintain the reserve and other funds as provided
  by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
         (d)  For bonds payable partly from revenue, the rates of
  compensation must be sufficient to assure compliance with the
  resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Acts 53rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 268, Secs. 9(e) (part), (f).)
         Sec. 9055.258.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) Bonds, including
  refunding bonds, authorized by this subchapter that are not payable
  wholly from ad valorem taxes may be additionally secured by a deed
  of trust lien on physical property of the district and all
  franchises, easements, water rights and appropriation permits,
  leases, contracts, and all rights appurtenant to the property,
  vesting in the trustee power to:
               (1)  sell the property for payment of the debt;
               (2)  operate the property; and
               (3)  take other action to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  The deed of trust may:
               (1)  contain any provision the board prescribes to
  secure the bonds and preserve the trust estate;
               (2)  provide for amendment or modification of the deed
  of trust; and
               (3)  provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
  or mutilated bonds.
         (c)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust:
               (1)  is the owner of the dam or dams and the other
  property and facilities purchased; and
               (2)  is entitled to maintain and operate the property
  and facilities. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 11.)
         Sec. 9055.259.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district may
  set aside an amount of proceeds from the sale of bonds issued under
  this subchapter for the payment of interest expected to accrue
  during construction and for one year after construction in a
  reserve interest and sinking fund. The resolution authorizing the
  bonds may provide for setting aside and using the proceeds as
  provided by this subsection.
         (b)  The district may use proceeds from the sale of the bonds
  to pay any expense necessarily incurred in accomplishing the
  purposes of the district. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec.
  9(g).)
         Sec. 9055.260.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER. (a) On default or
  threatened default in the payment of principal of or interest on
  bonds issued under this subchapter that are payable wholly or
  partly from revenue, a court may, on petition of the holders of 25
  percent of the outstanding bonds of the issue in default or
  threatened with default, appoint a receiver for the district.
         (b)  The receiver may collect and receive all district income
  except taxes, employ and discharge district agents and employees,
  take charge of money on hand, except money received from taxes,
  unless commingled, and manage the district's proprietary affairs
  without the consent of or hindrance by the board.
         (c)  The receiver may be authorized to sell or contract for
  the sale of water or to renew those contracts with the approval of
  the court that appointed the receiver.
         (d)  The court may vest the receiver with any other power or
  duty the court finds necessary to protect the bondholders. (Acts
  53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 9(h).)
         Sec. 9055.261.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may issue
  refunding bonds to refund outstanding bonds issued under this
  subchapter and interest on those bonds.
         (b)  Refunding bonds may:
               (1)  be issued to refund bonds of more than one series;
               (2)  combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
  the security of the refunding bonds; or
               (3)  be secured by a pledge of other or additional
  revenue.
         (c)  The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
  issuance of other bonds and the remedies of the holders apply to
  refunding bonds.
         (d)  The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (e)  Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
  district, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
  refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
  the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
  refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
  issued in an amount sufficient to pay the interest on the bonds to
  be refunded to their option date or maturity date, and the
  comptroller shall register the refunding bonds without the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 10.)
         Sec. 9055.262.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this subchapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
  bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
  from taxation in this state. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec.
  19 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9056. WILLOW CREEK WATER CONTROL DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9056.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9056.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9056.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9056.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9056.005.  APPLICABILITY OF WATER CONTROL AND
                   IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS LAWS 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9056.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9056.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 9056.053.  DIRECTOR'S BOND 
  Sec. 9056.054.  FAILURE TO CALL DIRECTOR ELECTION 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9056.101.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9056.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9056.103.  POWERS RELATING TO THE WATER OF WILLOW
                   CREEK; SURVEYS AND PLAN 
  Sec. 9056.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9056.105.  COOPERATION IN WILDLIFE PROGRAMS 
  Sec. 9056.106.  WATERSHED PROTECTION AND FLOOD
                   PREVENTION ACT 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9056.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9056.152.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  Sec. 9056.153.  ELECTION REQUIRED FOR FEDERAL LOAN 
  Sec. 9056.154.  MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES 
  Sec. 9056.155.  SPECIFICATION OF MAINTENANCE TAX RATE
                   AND METHOD 
  Sec. 9056.156.  USE OF MAINTENANCE TAX PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 9056.157.  APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN
                   PLANS FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
  Sec. 9056.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9056.202.  BOND ELECTION REQUIRED 
  Sec. 9056.203.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 9056. WILLOW CREEK WATER CONTROL DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9056.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a board member.
               (3)  "District" means the Willow Creek Water Control
  District. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9056.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Runnels and Tom Green
  Counties. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9056.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
  All territory included in the district will benefit from the works
  and projects accomplished by the district under the powers
  conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (b)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (d)  The district in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 1 (part),
  2(a), 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 9056.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 638, Acts
  of the 60th Legislature, Regular Session, 1967, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type or kind of
  bond or to pay the principal of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 1 (part), 2(c); New.)
         Sec. 9056.005.  APPLICABILITY OF WATER CONTROL AND
  IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS LAWS. Except as provided by this chapter,
  the general laws pertaining to water control and improvement
  districts, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code, govern the
  district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 14; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9056.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
  15(g) (part); Acts 67th Leg., R.S., Ch. 475, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9056.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a)  Each
  director of the district must:
               (1)  be a landowner within the district; and
               (2)  reside in Runnels or Tom Green County.
         (b)  A director must maintain compliance with the
  requirements of Subsection (a) during the director's tenure in
  office or vacate that office.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
  15(c).)
         Sec. 9056.053.  DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall give
  bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful performance of the
  director's duties.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 15(d)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9056.054.  FAILURE TO CALL DIRECTOR ELECTION. Failure
  to call a director election does not affect the legal status of the
  district, the board, or a director or the right of the board to act
  or function, and the directors continue to serve until an election
  is held and succeeding directors have been elected or appointed and
  have qualified.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 15(g).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9056.101.  GENERAL POWERS. The district may exercise
  the rights, privileges, and functions specified by this chapter.  
  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9056.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by the general laws of this state applicable to a
  water control and improvement district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including the power to:
               (1)  construct, acquire, improve, maintain, and repair
  a dam or other structure; and
               (2)  acquire, by eminent domain or otherwise, land,
  easements, equipment, or other property that may be needed to use,
  control, and distribute any water that may be impounded, diverted,
  or controlled by the district.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
  Secs. 5 (part), 7(a).)
         Sec. 9056.103.  POWERS RELATING TO THE WATER OF WILLOW
  CREEK; SURVEYS AND PLAN. (a) The district shall conduct
  preliminary surveys and develop a plan for the control and use of
  the water of Willow Creek to the end that improvements on any one
  part of the watershed will be mechanically and economically related
  to the improvements of the entire watershed.
         (b)  On completion of the surveys and plan and adoption of
  the surveys and plan by the board, a certified copy of the surveys
  and plan shall be filed for informational purposes with the Texas
  Commission on Environmental Quality. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  638, Sec. 3.)
         Sec. 9056.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.  
  (a)  In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  638, Sec. 7(b).)
         Sec. 9056.105.  COOPERATION IN WILDLIFE PROGRAMS. The
  district may cooperate with state, federal, and other agencies and
  groups in wildlife programs that are:
               (1)  not inconsistent with the purposes of the district
  under this chapter; and
               (2)  designed to improve the general habitat of
  wildlife and promote the propagation of wildlife.  (Acts 60th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 13.)
         Sec. 9056.106.  WATERSHED PROTECTION AND FLOOD PREVENTION
  ACT. Subject to Section 9056.153, the district has the power
  necessary to fully qualify for and gain the full benefits of the
  Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act (16 U.S.C. Section
  1001 et seq.), including:
               (1)  all powers necessary to carry out the projects,
  works, and improvements contemplated by the Watershed Protection
  and Flood Prevention Act;
               (2)  the power to secure a loan or loans from the proper
  agencies of the federal government for the purpose of defraying the
  costs and expenses of the district in connection with carrying out
  its projects, works, and improvements under the Watershed
  Protection and Flood Prevention Act; and
               (3)  if necessary, the power to issue bonds as
  collateral for a loan described by Subdivision (2). (Acts 60th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9056.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation, and taxes imposed by the district shall
  be on the ad valorem basis.
         (b)  A hearing on a plan of taxation is not required. (Acts
  60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 4(c).)
         Sec. 9056.152.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on a project
  or any part of a project. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 4(a)
  (part).)
         Sec. 9056.153.  ELECTION REQUIRED FOR FEDERAL LOAN. The
  district may not consummate a loan from the federal government
  unless the loan is authorized by a majority of the votes cast in a
  district election.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9056.154.  MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES. A
  maintenance tax election shall be held and notice of the election
  shall be given in the manner required by general law for a bond
  election.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 12(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9056.155.  SPECIFICATION OF MAINTENANCE TAX RATE AND
  METHOD. In calling a maintenance tax election, the board shall
  specify:
               (1)  the maximum tax rate that may be imposed in any
  year; and
               (2)  that the tax will be imposed on an ad valorem
  basis.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 12(b) (part).)
         Sec. 9056.156.  USE OF MAINTENANCE TAX PROCEEDS. (a)  The
  district may spend maintenance tax proceeds for:
               (1)  an easement or right-of-way;
               (2)  any purpose for which a district may spend bond
  proceeds; and
               (3)  maintenance purposes.
         (b)  The district may place surplus maintenance tax proceeds
  not needed for maintenance purposes into the sinking funds for
  outstanding district bonds.
         (c)  The board's determination to spend district maintenance
  tax proceeds is final and is not subject to judicial review, except
  on the grounds of fraud, palpable error, or gross abuse of
  discretion.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 12(c).)
         Sec. 9056.157.  APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN PLANS
  FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS.  (a)  In this section, "commission"
  means the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
         (b)  This section applies only to plans contemplated by the
  district for works and improvements, or amendments to the plans,
  that are prepared by the Natural Resources Conservation Service of
  the United States Department of Agriculture and approved by the
  district's board.
         (c)  An engineer's report covering the plans and
  improvements to be constructed, and the maps, plats, profiles, and
  data fully showing and explaining the plans and improvements, are
  not required to be filed in the district office before an election
  is held to authorize the issuance of bonds for the works and
  improvements.  The plans and specifications, engineering reports,
  profiles, maps, and other data, and subsequent amendments to those
  items, are not required to be approved by the commission before the
  bonds are issued.
         (d)  Before the district may spend any money for the
  construction of any works and improvements, the commission must
  approve the portion of the works and improvements to be
  constructed.  The commission's advance approval for the entire
  project contemplated by the district is not required. The
  commission may approve on a separate or individual basis the
  portion of the project or works and improvements:
               (1)  to be constructed at a particular time; and
               (2)  on which plans and specifications of the Natural
  Resources Conservation Service have been prepared and submitted by
  the board to the commission.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
  10; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
         Sec. 9056.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. Subject to
  Section 9056.202, the district may issue bonds, in the manner
  provided by general law for water control and improvement
  districts, to:
               (1)  provide dams, structures, projects, and works of
  improvement for flood prevention, the conservation and development
  of water, and for other necessary plants, facilities, and equipment
  in connection therewith and for the improvement, repair, and
  operation of same;
               (2)  carry out any other power provided by this chapter
  or by Chapter 49 or 51, Water Code; and
               (3)  pay all costs, charges, and expenses of the
  district.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 8; New.)
         Sec. 9056.202.  BOND ELECTION REQUIRED. The district may
  not issue bonds unless the bonds are authorized by a majority of the
  votes cast in a district election.  (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
  Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9056.203.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
  under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
  bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
  from taxation in this state. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
  4(a) (part).)
  CHAPTER 9057. MEDINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  NO. 2
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9057.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9057.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9057.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9057.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9057.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9057.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9057.102.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY; LIMIT ON
                   EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9057.103.  COST OF RELOCATING PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  BONDS
  Sec. 9057.151.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; BOND ELECTION 
  Sec. 9057.152.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED 
  CHAPTER 9057. MEDINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  NO. 2
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9057.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "District" means the Medina County Water Control
  and Improvement District No. 2.  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 198,
  Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9057.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in Medina
  County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
               (2)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 198, Secs. 1 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9057.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
  The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land included in the boundaries of the district will
  benefit from that inclusion.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 198, Secs. 4 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9057.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 198, Acts
  of the 53rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1953, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9057.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 198, Sec. 3
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9057.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 53rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 198, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9057.102.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY; LIMIT ON EMINENT
  DOMAIN POWER.  (a)  The district may acquire property that is
  necessary to accomplish the objectives of the district.
         (b)  To facilitate the acquisition of property, the district
  may exercise the power of eminent domain available to water control
  and improvement districts under general law.
         (c)  The powers granted in this section apply only in Medina
  County.  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 198, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9057.103.  COST OF RELOCATING PROPERTY. If the
  district's exercise of a power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary the relocation of a railroad line or right-of-way, the
  district shall pay the cost of the relocation and any actual and
  reasonable damage incurred in changing and adjusting the railroad
  lines and grades. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 198, Sec. 6 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. BONDS
         Sec. 9057.151.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; BOND ELECTION.
  (a) The district may issue bonds pursuant to a board order or
  resolution adopted after the proposition authorizing the bonds is:
               (1)  submitted to district voters at an election; and
               (2)  adopted by a majority of the district voters
  voting at the election.
         (b)  The district may issue bonds under this section for any
  purpose permitted to water control and improvement districts and in
  the manner and to the extent provided by the general laws governing
  water control and improvement districts. (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
  198, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9057.152.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED. An order
  or resolution authorizing the issuance of district bonds may
  contain any covenant the board considers necessary to ensure:
               (1)  the creation and maintenance of proper reserves;
  and
               (2)  the payment of the principal of and interest on the
  bonds.  (Acts 53rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 198, Sec. 5 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9059.  RIO GRANDE PALMS WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9059.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9059.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9059.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9059.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9059.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9059.052.  QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICE 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9059.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9059.102.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9059.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9059.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9059.151.  MAINTENANCE TAX 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
  Sec. 9059.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 9059.202.  EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9059.203.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED 
  Sec. 9059.204.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 9059.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 9059.206.  BONDS SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 9059.207.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  CHAPTER 9059.  RIO GRANDE PALMS WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9059.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Rio Grande Palms Water
  District. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9059.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in Cameron
  County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
               (2)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 324, Secs. 1 (part), 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.  (a)  
  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including the conservation and
  utilization of water.
         (b)  All land included in the district will benefit from that
  inclusion.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 324, Acts
  of the 57th Legislature, Regular Session, 1961, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subsection (b) or its predecessor statute, Section
  1, Chapter 324, Acts of the 57th Legislature, Regular Session,
  1961;
               (2)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (3)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The Commissioners Court of Cameron County shall
  redefine the boundaries of the district contained in Section 1,
  Chapter 324, Acts of the 57th Legislature, Regular Session, 1961,
  to correct any error or omission in those boundaries. (Acts 57th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9059.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 3
  (part).)
         Sec. 9059.052.  QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICE. (a)  A director
  must own land in the district.
         (b)  A director is not required to reside in the district.  
  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 3 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9059.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 57th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 2 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9059.102.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY. The district may
  acquire property located inside or outside the district that the
  board considers necessary to accomplish the district's objectives.
  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district.
  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  324, Sec. 10.)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9059.151.  MAINTENANCE TAX. The board may impose an ad
  valorem tax on all taxable property in the district for the
  maintenance and operation of district works and facilities if the
  tax is authorized by an election held as provided by law relating to
  water control and improvement district bond elections.  (Acts 57th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 7.)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
         Sec. 9059.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a)  The district
  may issue bonds pursuant to a resolution adopted by the board if a
  majority of district voters voting at an election vote to adopt the
  proposition authorizing the bonds.
         (b)  The district may issue bonds for any purpose permitted
  to a water control and improvement district, including:
               (1)  the improvement of rivers, creeks, streams,
  arroyos, and resacas, to prevent overflow, to furnish access to
  land in the district, to permit navigation of the water or
  irrigation of land in the district, or in aid of those purposes; or
               (2)  the acquisition of water rights, the construction
  or acquisition by purchase or other means, and maintenance of
  pools, lakes, reservoirs, dams, pipelines, canals and waterways,
  pumps, pump houses, and all other useful equipment, machinery, and
  facilities, for the purpose or in aid of irrigation, drainage,
  conservation, or navigation, including the purchase of an existing
  irrigation or conservation system.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324,
  Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.202.  EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY. The district
  may exchange bonds for property acquired for the use and benefit of
  the district.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.203.  CERTAIN BOND COVENANTS AUTHORIZED. A
  resolution authorizing the issuance of district bonds may contain
  any covenant the board considers necessary to ensure:
               (1)  the creation and maintenance of proper reserves;
  and
               (2)  the payment of the principal of and interest on the
  bonds. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.204.  MATURITY. District bonds, including
  refunding bonds, must mature not later than 40 years after the date
  of their issuance. (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9059.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. The district may
  appropriate and pay from the proceeds of the sale of bonds the
  interest to accrue on the bonds for a period not to exceed three
  years from their date.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 4
  (part).)
         Sec. 9059.206.  BONDS SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXES. (a)  If
  bonds have been voted, the board shall impose a continuing ad
  valorem tax on all property in the district sufficient:
               (1)  to pay the principal and interest on the bonds as
  the principal and interest respectively mature;
               (2)  to create and maintain any reserve required by the
  resolution or resolutions authorizing the issuance of the bonds;
               (3)  to pay the expense of assessing and collecting the
  tax; and
               (4)  for anticipated delinquencies in the tax payments.
         (b)  The board annually shall determine and set or cause to
  be determined and set the rate of the ad valorem tax to be imposed
  under this section.  (Acts 57th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 5.)
         Sec. 9059.207.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a)  The district may issue
  refunding bonds without an election.
         (b)  District bonds may be refunded by:
               (1)  the issuance and delivery to holders of refunding
  bonds in lieu of the outstanding bonds; or
               (2)  the sale of refunding bonds and the use of the
  proceeds for retiring the outstanding bonds.  (Acts 57th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 324, Sec. 4 (part).)
  CHAPTER 9060.  SAN LEON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GALVESTON
  COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9060.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9060.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9060.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9060.004.  APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN STATUTES;
                   DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  Sec. 9060.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9060.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9060.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9060.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9060.152.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS 
  Sec. 9060.153.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9060.154.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9060.155.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE
                   OR SALE 
  Sec. 9060.156.  INSTALLATION OF STREETLIGHTS 
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9060.201.  TAX METHOD 
  CHAPTER 9060.  SAN LEON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GALVESTON
  COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9060.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "District" means the San Leon Municipal Utility
  District of Galveston County, Texas.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  520, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9060.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in
  Galveston County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
  and
               (2)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 520, Secs. 1 (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.003.  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 creation of the district and the improvements
  the district will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 520, Secs. 6(a) (part), 7 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.004.  APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN STATUTES;
  DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT. (a)  Except as provided by Subsection (b),
  Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code, do not apply to the district.
         (b)  The district may be dissolved by the board in accordance
  with Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 520, Secs. 2 (part), 4 (part); New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
         Sec. 9060.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 520, Acts
  of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9060.052 or its predecessor statute,
  former Section 4, Chapter 520, Acts of the 59th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1965; or
               (4)  other law.  (New.)
         Sec. 9060.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT.  The district
  may not add land to the district unless:
               (1)  an owner of land adjacent or contiguous to the
  district requests in writing that the district add land;
               (2)  the owner of the land to be added consents to the
  addition; and
               (3)  the land is adjacent or contiguous to the district
  when added.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec. 4 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9060.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD.  The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec. 3
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9060.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.152.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS. The district
  may make, construct, or otherwise acquire improvements inside or
  outside the district that are necessary or convenient to carry out a
  power granted to the district under this chapter or a general law
  described by Section 9060.151. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec.
  2 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.153.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  520, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.154.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.155.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE OR
  SALE. A district contract for the purchase or sale of water may not
  exceed 40 years. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9060.156.  INSTALLATION OF STREETLIGHTS. (a) On
  approval by a majority of the voters of the district voting at an
  election held for that purpose, the district may:
               (1)  install, operate, and maintain street lighting in
  a public utility easement or public right-of-way inside the
  district; and
               (2)  assess the cost of the installation, operation,
  and maintenance of the street lighting as an additional charge in
  the monthly billings of the district's customers.
         (b)  The district may not use money from taxes or bonds
  supported by taxes for a purpose described by this section.
         (c)  This section does not authorize the district to install,
  operate, or maintain street lighting on a right-of-way that is part
  of the designated state highway system. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  520, Sec. 2A.)
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9060.201.  TAX METHOD.  (a)  The district shall use the
  ad valorem basis or plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 520,
  Sec. 6(b).)
  CHAPTER 9061. TATTOR ROAD MUNICIPAL DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9061.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9061.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9061.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9061.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9061.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9061.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND 
  Sec. 9061.007.  STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL 
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9061.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9061.052.  APPOINTMENT OF TREASURER 
  Sec. 9061.053.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS 
  Sec. 9061.054.  BOARD VACANCY 
  Sec. 9061.055.  BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
                   CONTRACTS 
  Sec. 9061.056.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT 
  Sec. 9061.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9061.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9061.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9061.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 9061.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9061.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION 
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9061.151.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9061.152.  DISTRICT ACCOUNTS 
  Sec. 9061.153.  COPY OF AUDIT REPORT 
  Sec. 9061.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
                   REQUIRED 
  Sec. 9061.155.  DEPOSITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  BONDS
  Sec. 9061.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  Sec. 9061.202.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 9061.203.  TRUST INDENTURE 
  Sec. 9061.204.  ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
                   ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN BONDS 
  Sec. 9061.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  CHAPTER 9061. TATTOR ROAD MUNICIPAL DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9061.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (3)  "District" means the Tattor Road Municipal
  District.  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9061.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.  (Acts 61st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.003.  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 boundaries
  of the district will benefit from the works and projects
  accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
  59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
         (d)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (e)  The district in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter will be performing an essential public function under the
  Texas Constitution. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Secs. 1 (part),
  4, 21 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.004.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 846, Acts
  of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9061.005 or its predecessor statute,
  former Section 9, Chapter 846, Acts of the 61st Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1969; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
  closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
  in the legislative process does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  in any other manner, the legality or operation of
  the district or its governing body. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846,
  Sec. 3; New.)
         Sec. 9061.005.  EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) If land is
  annexed by the district under Section 49.301 or 51.714, Water Code,
  the board may require the petitioners to:
               (1)  assume the petitioners' pro rata share of the voted
  but unissued bonds of the district; and
               (2)  authorize the board to impose a tax on the
  petitioners' property to pay for the bonds after the bonds have been
  issued.
         (b)  If land is annexed by the district under Section 49.302,
  Water Code, the board may submit to the voters of the area to be
  annexed a proposition on the question of the assumption by the area
  to be annexed of its part of the voted but not yet issued or sold tax
  or tax-revenue bonds of the district and the imposition of an ad
  valorem tax on taxable property in the area to be annexed along with
  a tax in the rest of the district for the payment of the bonds.
         (c)  If the petitioners consent or if the election results
  favorably, the district may issue its voted but unissued tax or
  tax-revenue bonds regardless of changes to district boundaries
  since the voting or authorization of those bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 9 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.006.  HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND.  (a)  The
  board is not required to call or hold a hearing on the exclusion of
  land or other property from the district; provided, however, that
  the board shall hold a hearing if an owner of land or other property
  located in the district files a written petition for a hearing with
  the board secretary before the district's first bond election is
  called.
         (b)  The board may act on the petition in the same manner that
  it may act on a petition for the addition of land under Section
  49.301 or 51.714, Water Code.  A notice of hearing is not required.
         (c)  The board on its own motion may call and hold an
  exclusion hearing under general law. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  846, Sec. 7.)
         Sec. 9061.007.  STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL. The
  district's powers and duties are subject to the state policy of
  encouraging the development and use of integrated area-wide waste
  collection, treatment, and disposal systems to serve the waste
  disposal needs of this state's residents, if integrated systems can
  reasonably be provided for an area, so as to avoid the economic
  burden on residents and the impact on state water quality caused by
  the construction and operation of numerous small waste collection,
  treatment, and disposal facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  846, Sec. 5 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9061.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
  five elected directors. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9061.052.  APPOINTMENT OF TREASURER. The board may
  appoint the treasurer. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9061.053.  DIRECTOR AND TREASURER BONDS. (a) Each
  director shall qualify by giving bond in the amount of $5,000 for
  the faithful performance of the director's duties.
         (b)  The directors' bonds must be recorded in a record kept
  for that purpose in the district's office.
         (c)  The treasurer shall give bond in the amount required by
  the board, conditioned on the treasurer's faithful accounting for
  all money that comes into the treasurer's custody as district
  treasurer. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.054.  BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
  Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
  in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
         (b)  The county judge of Harris County shall appoint
  directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board if the number of
  qualified directors is less than three. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  846, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.055.  BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
  CONTRACTS. The board president may execute all contracts, including
  construction contracts, entered into by the board on behalf of the
  district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.056.  ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT. (a)
  When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
  board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
  power that this chapter or general law gives the president.
         (b)  If the board president is absent from a board meeting,
  the board vice president may sign an order adopted or other action
  taken at the meeting, or the board may authorize the president to
  sign the order or action. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 9061.057.  DISTRICT OFFICE. (a) The board shall
  designate, establish, and maintain a district office as provided by
  Section 49.062, Water Code.
         (b)  The board may establish a second district office outside
  the district. If the board establishes a district office outside
  the district, the board shall give notice of the location of that
  office by:
               (1)  filing a copy of the board resolution that
  establishes the location of the office:
                     (A)  with the Texas Commission on Environmental
  Quality; and
                     (B)  in the water control and improvement district
  records of Harris County; and
               (2)  publishing the location of the office in a
  newspaper of general circulation in Harris County.
         (c)  A district office may be a private residence, office, or
  dwelling. A district office that is a private residence, office, or
  dwelling is a public place for matters relating to the district's
  business.
         (d)  The board shall give notice of any change in the
  location of the district office outside the district in the manner
  required by Subsection (b). (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec.
  15.)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9061.101.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The district has all of the rights, powers, privileges, and
  functions provided by general law applicable to water control and
  improvement districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 61st
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.102.  ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
               (1)  make, purchase, construct, lease, or otherwise
  acquire property, works, facilities, or improvements, existing or
  to be made, constructed, or acquired, inside or outside the
  district's boundaries and necessary to carry out the powers granted
  by this chapter or general law; or
               (2)  enter into a contract with a person on terms the
  board considers desirable, fair, and advantageous for:
                     (A)  the purchase or sale of water;
                     (B)  the transportation, treatment, and disposal
  of the domestic, industrial, or communal wastes of the district or
  others;
                     (C)  the continuing and orderly development of
  land and property in the district through the purchase,
  construction, or installation of facilities, works, or
  improvements that the district is otherwise authorized to do or
  perform so that, to the greatest extent reasonably possible,
  considering sound engineering and economic practices, all of the
  land and property may ultimately receive the services of the
  facilities, works, or improvements; and
                     (D)  the performance of any of the rights or
  powers granted by this chapter or general law relating to water
  control and improvement districts.
         (b)  A contract under Subsection (a)(2) may not have a
  duration of more than 40 years. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846,
  Sec. 5 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.103.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN. The district may
  exercise the power of eminent domain only:
               (1)  in Harris County; and
               (2)  when necessary to carry out the purposes for which
  the district was created. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 13
  (part).)
         Sec. 9061.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telegraph or telephone property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
  846, Sec. 13 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.105.  NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
  may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 18 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9061.151.  TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
  ad valorem plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
  the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846,
  Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 9061.152.  DISTRICT ACCOUNTS. The district shall keep
  a complete system of the district's accounts. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 14 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.153.  COPY OF AUDIT REPORT. A copy of the audit
  report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water Code, shall
  be delivered:
               (1)  to each director; and
               (2)  to a holder of at least 25 percent of the
  outstanding bonds of the district, on request. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 14 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9061.154.  PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
  The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
               (1)  district property; or
               (2)  a purchase made by the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 21 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.155.  DEPOSITORY. (a)  The board shall select one
  or more banks in this state to act as depository for the district's
  money.
         (b)  To the extent that money in the depository bank is not
  insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
  must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
  county funds.
         (c)  A director may be a shareholder in a bank that is a
  depository of district money. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec.
  14 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 9061.201.  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. (a) The district may
  issue tax bonds, revenue bonds, or tax and revenue bonds to provide
  money for any purpose of this chapter, including the acquisition of
  land.
         (b)  The district must issue bonds in the manner provided by
  Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code, except that the district may issue
  bonds payable solely from net revenue by resolution or order of the
  board without an election.
         (c)  Bonds issued under this subchapter may be payable from
  all or any designated part of the revenue of district property and
  facilities or under a specific contract, as provided in the order or
  resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.202.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) Within the
  discretion of the board, bonds issued under this subchapter may be
  additionally secured by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical
  property of the district and franchises, easements, water rights
  and appropriation permits, leases, contracts, and all rights
  appurtenant to that property, vesting in the trustee:
               (1)  the power to sell the property for payment of the
  debt;
               (2)  the power to operate the property; and
               (3)  all other powers to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust or
  mortgage lien, if one is given:
               (1)  is the absolute owner of the property, facilities,
  and rights purchased; and
               (2)  may maintain and operate the property and
  facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.203.  TRUST INDENTURE. A trust indenture created
  under Section 9061.202, regardless of the existence of a deed of
  trust or mortgage lien on the property, may:
               (1)  contain provisions prescribed by the board for the
  security of the bonds and the preservation of the trust estate;
               (2)  provide for amendment or modification of the trust
  indenture;
               (3)  provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
  or mutilated bonds;
               (4)  condition the right to spend district money or
  sell district property on the approval of a licensed engineer
  selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
               (5)  provide for the investment of district money.
  (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.204.  ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF
  CERTAIN BONDS. (a) In an order or resolution authorizing the
  issuance of revenue, tax-revenue, revenue refunding, or
  tax-revenue refunding bonds, the board may:
               (1)  provide for:
                     (A)  the flow of money; and
                     (B)  the establishment and maintenance of the
  interest and sinking fund, reserve fund, or other fund;
               (2)  make additional covenants with respect to the
  bonds and the pledged revenue and the operation and maintenance of
  the improvements and facilities the revenue of which is pledged,
  including provisions for the operation or leasing of all or part of
  the improvements and facilities and the use or pledge of money
  received from the operation contract or lease as the board
  considers appropriate;
               (3)  prohibit the further issuance of bonds or other
  obligations payable from the pledged revenue or reserve the right
  to issue additional bonds to be secured by a pledge of and payable
  from the revenue on a parity with, or subordinate to, the lien and
  pledge in support of the bonds being issued, subject to any
  conditions set forth in the order or resolution; and
               (4)  include any other provision or covenant, as the
  board determines, that is not prohibited by the Texas Constitution
  or this chapter.
         (b)  The board may adopt and cause to be executed any other
  proceeding or instrument necessary or convenient in the issuance of
  the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 12 (part).)
         Sec. 9061.205.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district may
  appropriate or set aside out of proceeds from the sale of district
  bonds an amount for:
               (1)  the payment of interest, administrative, and
  operating expenses expected to accrue during the period of
  construction, as may be provided in the bond orders or resolutions;
  and
               (2)  the payment of all expenses incurred and to be
  incurred in the issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds.
         (b)  For purposes of this section, the period of construction
  may not exceed three years. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 846, Sec. 12
  (part).)
  CHAPTER 9062.  TREASURE ISLAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF
  BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9062.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9062.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9062.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 9062.004.  DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
  Sec. 9062.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9062.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT 
  Sec. 9062.053.  EXCLUSION OF LAND FROM DISTRICT 
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9062.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9062.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9062.152.  RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE 
  Sec. 9062.153.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS 
  Sec. 9062.154.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  Sec. 9062.155.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER 
  Sec. 9062.156.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE
                   OR SALE 
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9062.201.  TAX METHOD 
  Sec. 9062.202.  DEPOSITORY 
  CHAPTER 9062.  TREASURE ISLAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF
  BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS
  SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9062.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the district's board of directors.
               (2)  "District" means the Treasure Island Municipal
  Utility District of Brazoria County, Texas. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 532, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9062.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT.  The district is:
               (1)  a conservation and reclamation district in
  Brazoria County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution;
               (2)  a water control and improvement district; and
               (3)  a municipal corporation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 532, Secs. 1 (part), 6 (part), 8 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
  The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land and other property in the district will benefit
  from the creation of the district and the improvements the district
  will purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire.
         (c)  The district is essential to accomplish the purposes of
  Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 532, Secs. 6 (part), 8 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.004.  DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT. The district may
  be dissolved by the board in accordance with Sections
  51.781-51.791, Water Code.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 4
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  DISTRICT TERRITORY
         Sec. 9062.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 532, Acts
  of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
               (3)  Section 9062.052 or its predecessor statute,
  former Section 4, Chapter 532, Acts of the 59th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1965; or
               (4)  other law. (New.)
         Sec. 9062.052.  ADDITION OF LAND TO DISTRICT.  The district
  may not add land to the district unless:
               (1)  an owner of land adjacent or contiguous to the
  district requests in writing that the district add land;
               (2)  the owner of the land to be added consents to the
  addition; and
               (3)  the land is adjacent or contiguous to the district
  when added.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.053.  EXCLUSION OF LAND FROM DISTRICT.  (a)  Land
  may be excluded from the district in the manner provided by:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code; or
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code.
         (b)  The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
  the exclusion of land or other property from the district;
  provided, however, that the board shall hold a hearing if an owner
  of land or other property located in the district files a written
  request for a hearing with the board secretary before the
  district's first bond election is called.
         (c)  Subsection (b) may not be construed to prevent the board
  on its own motion from calling and holding an exclusion hearing
  under general law.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Secs. 4 (part),
  6 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9062.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
  of five elected directors. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 3
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9062.151.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS.  The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.152.  RECLAMATION AND DRAINAGE.  The district may
  provide for the reclamation and drainage of overflowed land and
  other land needing drainage in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 532, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.153.  ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS. The district
  may make, construct, or otherwise acquire improvements inside or
  outside the district that are necessary to carry out a power granted
  to the district under this chapter or a general law described by
  Section 9062.151. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.154.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
  (a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
  relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
  in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
  facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
  domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
  chapter makes necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing
  the grade of, or altering the construction of a highway, railroad,
  electric transmission line, telephone or telegraph property or
  facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
  at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  532, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.155.  LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
  may not exercise the power of eminent domain outside the district.
  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.156.  DURATION OF CONTRACT FOR WATER PURCHASE OR
  SALE. A district contract for the purchase or sale of water may not
  exceed 40 years. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532, Sec. 2 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9062.201.  TAX METHOD.  (a)  The district shall use the
  ad valorem basis or plan of taxation.
         (b)  The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
  adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532,
  Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 9062.202.  DEPOSITORY.  (a)  The board by resolution
  shall designate one or more banks inside or outside the district to
  serve as the district's depository. A designated bank serves for
  two years and until a successor is designated.
         (b)  All district money shall be secured in the manner
  provided for securing county funds.  (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 532,
  Sec. 7.)
  CHAPTER 9063. UPPER JASPER COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9063.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 9063.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 9063.003.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY 
  Sec. 9063.004.  SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY NOT AFFECTED;
                   LEGISLATIVE INTENT 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 9063.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD 
  Sec. 9063.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 9063.101.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 9063.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
                   POWERS 
  Sec. 9063.103.  COOPERATION AND AGREEMENTS WITH OTHER
                   AGENCIES 
  Sec. 9063.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 9063.151.  TAX METHOD; HEARING REQUIRED 
  CHAPTER 9063. UPPER JASPER COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9063.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Authority" means the Upper Jasper County Water
  Authority.
               (2)  "Board" means the authority's board of directors.
               (3)  "Director" means a board member. (Acts 54th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9063.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY. (a)  The authority is a
  conservation and reclamation district.
         (b)  The creation of the authority is essential to accomplish
  the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
  54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9063.003.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY. The authority consists
  of the territory included in the boundaries of County Commissioners
  Precincts 1 and 2 of Jasper County, as those boundaries existed on
  June 22, 1955. The authority's territory may have been modified
  under:
               (1)  Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 1
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 9063.004.  SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY NOT AFFECTED;
  LEGISLATIVE INTENT.  In enacting Chapter 508, Acts of the 54th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1955, revised as this chapter, the
  legislature intended to preserve the area and authority of the
  Sabine River Authority as that area and authority existed on June
  22, 1955, and this chapter may not be construed as limiting the area
  and authority of the Sabine River Authority as it existed on June
  22, 1955. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 4 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 9063.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The authority is
  governed by a board of five elected directors. (Acts 54th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 2 (part).)
         Sec. 9063.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a)  A director
  must be:
               (1)  at least 18 years of age;
               (2)  a resident of the state and authority; and
               (3)  the owner of property subject to taxation in the
  authority.
         (b)  At least one director must reside in County
  Commissioners Precinct 1 of Jasper County. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 508, Sec. 2 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 9063.101.  GENERAL POWERS. The authority may exercise
  the rights, privileges, and functions provided by this chapter.  
  (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 9063.102.  WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
  POWERS. The authority has the rights, powers, privileges, and
  duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
  improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 54th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 3 (part); New.)
         Sec. 9063.103.  COOPERATION AND AGREEMENTS WITH OTHER
  AGENCIES. (a)  On terms the board determines to be in the best
  interests of the authority, the authority may cooperate and enter
  into agreements with another political subdivision of the state,
  including the Sabine River Authority, for the construction,
  improvement, extension, maintenance, repair, and operation of
  water supply and distribution projects and facilities in the
  authority.
         (b)  The authority may, separately or jointly with an agency
  described by Subsection (a), acquire, construct, enlarge, improve,
  extend, repair, maintain, and operate water distribution projects
  and facilities for supplying water to users in the authority. (Acts
  54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 4 (part).)
         Sec. 9063.104.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
  the authority's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power
  of relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter makes
  necessary relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
  altering the construction of a railroad, highway or other public
  road, electric transmission line, or telephone or telegraph
  property or facility, the necessary action shall be accomplished at
  the sole expense of the authority. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508,
  Sec. 3a.)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 9063.151.  TAX METHOD; HEARING REQUIRED. Before an
  election authorizing bonds, the board must hold a public hearing on
  the adoption of the plan of taxation to be used by the authority and
  adopt a plan of taxation. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 508, Sec. 3
  (part).)
         SECTION 1.07.  Subtitle X, Title 6, Special District Local
  Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 11005, 11006, and 11007 to
  read as follows:
  CHAPTER 11005.  MUENSTER WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11005.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 11005.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11005.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
  Sec. 11005.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  Sec. 11005.052.  ANNEXATION OF CITY TERRITORY 
  Sec. 11005.053.  ANNEXATION OF OTHER TERRITORY 
  Sec. 11005.054.  DETACHMENT OF DISTRICT TERRITORY AFTER
                    ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 11005.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 11005.102.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS 
  Sec. 11005.103.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 11005.104.  VACANCIES 
  Sec. 11005.105.  REMOVAL FROM OFFICE 
  Sec. 11005.106.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; QUORUM; VOTING
                    REQUIREMENTS 
  Sec. 11005.107.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS 
  Sec. 11005.108.  DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS 
  Sec. 11005.109.  MEETINGS 
  Sec. 11005.110.  PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS 
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 11005.151.  DISTRICT POWERS 
  Sec. 11005.152.  PERMITS 
  Sec. 11005.153.  GENERAL AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES
                    AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO
                    CONTRACT WITH DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11005.154.  DISTRICT AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT TO
                    SUPPLY WATER 
  Sec. 11005.155.  SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF
                    LAND; STORAGE CAPACITY 
  Sec. 11005.156.  CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS 
  Sec. 11005.157.  CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11005.158.  SURPLUS PROPERTY 
  Sec. 11005.159.  EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 11005.160.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING
                    PROPERTY; RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND
                    EASEMENTS 
  Sec. 11005.161.  OTHER DISTRICT POWERS 
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11005.201.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 11005.202.  INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY 
  Sec. 11005.203.  DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM
                    TAXATION AND ASSESSMENT 
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
  Sec. 11005.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 11005.252.  FORM OF BONDS 
  Sec. 11005.253.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 11005.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD
                    VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 11005.255.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
                    BONDS 
  Sec. 11005.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 11005.257.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 11005.258.  TRUST INDENTURE 
  Sec. 11005.259.  RATES FOR SERVICES; PAYMENT OF REVENUE
                    BONDS 
  Sec. 11005.260.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 11005.261.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER 
  Sec. 11005.262.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  Sec. 11005.263.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS 
  Sec. 11005.264.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 11005.  MUENSTER WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11005.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "City" means the city of Muenster.
               (3)  "City council" means the city council of the city.
               (4)  "Director" means a member of the board appointed
  by the city council.
               (5)  "District" means the Muenster Water District.
  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 1 (part), 2 (part), 4(a)
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 11005.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619,
  Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a) All territory and taxable property in the city will benefit
  from the works and improvements of the district.
         (b)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  property and industries.
         (c)  The district, in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter, will be performing an essential public function under the
  constitution. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 2 (part), 22
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
         Sec. 11005.051.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The boundaries of
  the district are coextensive with the boundaries of the city as
  those boundaries existed on January 1, 1973, and as the district
  territory may have been modified under:
               (1)  this subchapter or its predecessor statute,
  Section 7, Chapter 619, Acts of the 63rd Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1973;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  An invalidity in the fixing of the boundaries of the
  city as they existed on January 1, 1973, does not affect the
  boundaries of the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 2
  (part); New.)
         Sec. 11005.052.  ANNEXATION OF CITY TERRITORY. (a)
  Territory annexed to the city after January 1, 1973, may be annexed
  to the district as provided by this section.
         (b)  At any time after final passage of an ordinance or
  resolution annexing territory to the city, the board may give
  notice of a hearing on the question of annexing that territory to
  the district. The notice is sufficient if it:
               (1)  states the date and place of the hearing; and
               (2)  describes the territory proposed to be annexed or
  refers to the annexation ordinance or resolution of the city.
         (c)  At least 10 days before the date set for the hearing, the
  notice must be published one time in a newspaper of general
  circulation in the city.
         (d)  If, as a result of the hearing, the board finds that the
  territory will benefit from the present or contemplated
  improvements, works, or facilities of the district, the board shall
  adopt a resolution annexing the territory to the district.
         (e)  After the territory is annexed to the district, the
  board may hold an election in the entire district to determine
  whether:
               (1)  the entire district will assume any tax-supported
  bonds then outstanding and those bonds previously voted but not yet
  sold; and
               (2)  an ad valorem tax for the payment of the bonds will
  be imposed on all taxable property in the district.
         (f)  An election held under Subsection (e) must be held and
  notice must be given in the same manner as an election is held and
  notice is given under Section 11005.254 for the issuance of bonds.
  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 7 (part), (a), (b), (c), (d).)
         Sec. 11005.053.  ANNEXATION OF OTHER TERRITORY. (a)
  Territory other than territory subject to Section 11005.052 may be
  annexed to the district as provided by this section.
         (b)  The board may annex territory or a municipality under
  this section only if a petition requesting annexation is signed by
  50 registered voters of the territory or municipality to be
  annexed, or a majority of the registered voters of that territory or
  municipality, whichever is fewer, and is filed with the board. The
  petition must describe the territory to be annexed by metes and
  bounds, or otherwise.  If the territory is the same as that
  contained in the boundaries of a municipality, the petition is
  sufficient if it states that the territory to be annexed is the
  territory contained in the municipal boundaries.
         (c)  If the board finds that the petition complies with
  Subsection (b), that the annexation would be in the best interest of
  the territory or municipality and the district, and that the
  district will be able to supply water to the territory or
  municipality, the board shall:
               (1)  adopt a resolution stating the conditions, if any,
  under which the territory or municipality may be annexed to the
  district; and
               (2)  set a time and place to hold a hearing on the
  question of whether the territory or municipality to be annexed
  will benefit from:
                     (A)  the improvements, works, or facilities owned
  or operated or contemplated to be owned or operated by the district;
  or
                     (B)  the other functions of the district.
         (d)  At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
  of the adoption of the resolution stating the time and place of the
  hearing must be published one time in a newspaper of general
  circulation in the territory or municipality proposed to be
  annexed. The notice must describe the territory in the same manner
  in which Subsection (b) requires or permits the petition to
  describe the territory.
         (e)  Any interested person may appear at the hearing and
  offer evidence for or against the annexation.
         (f)  The hearing may proceed in the order and under the rules
  prescribed by the board.  The hearing may be recessed from time to
  time.
         (g)  If, at the conclusion of the hearing, the board finds
  that the property in the territory or municipality will benefit
  from the present or contemplated improvements, works, or facilities
  of the district, the board shall adopt a resolution making a finding
  of the benefit and calling an election in the territory or
  municipality to be annexed.
         (h)  The resolution must state:
               (1)  the date of the election;
               (2)  each place where the election will be held; and
               (3)  the proposition to be voted on.
         (i)  At least 10 days before the date set for the election,
  notice of the election must be given by publishing a substantial
  copy of the resolution calling the election one time in a newspaper
  of general circulation in the territory proposed to be annexed.
         (j)  In calling an election on the proposition for annexation
  of the territory or municipality, the board may include, as part of
  the same proposition or as a separate proposition, a proposition
  for:
               (1)  the territory to assume its part of the
  tax-supported bonds of the district then outstanding and those
  bonds previously voted but not yet sold; and
               (2)  an ad valorem tax to be imposed on taxable property
  in the territory along with the tax in the rest of the district for
  the payment of the bonds.
         (k)  If a majority of the votes cast at the election are in
  favor of annexation, the board by resolution shall annex the
  territory to the district.
         (l)  An annexation under this section is incontestable
  except in the manner and within the time for contesting elections
  under the Election Code. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 7(e)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11005.054.  DETACHMENT OF DISTRICT TERRITORY AFTER
  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. Territory may not be detached from the district
  after the issuance of bonds payable from revenue or taxes, or both
  revenue and taxes. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 17(a)
  (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 11005.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
  district is governed by a board of five directors appointed by the
  city council. The directors occupy numbered places on the board.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered two-year terms, with the
  terms of the directors occupying Places 1, 2, and 3 expiring at
  midnight on March 1 of each odd-numbered year and the terms of the
  directors occupying Places 4 and 5 expiring at midnight on March 1
  of each even-numbered year.
         (c)  The mayor of the city serves, ex officio, as an honorary
  board member. The mayor may attend all board meetings and
  participate in all board proceedings except that the mayor may not
  vote. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.102.  COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS.  (a)  A director
  may not receive any remuneration or emolument of office, but the
  director is entitled to reimbursement for the actual expenses
  incurred in performing the director's duties, to the extent
  authorized and permitted by the board.
         (b)  In all areas of conflict with Subsection (a) of this
  section, Section 49.060, Water Code, takes precedence.
         (c)  A director's compensation may be increased as
  authorized by Section 49.060, Water Code, by resolution adopted by
  the board in accordance with Subsection (e) of that section on or
  after September 1, 1995.  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 5(a);
  New.)
         Sec. 11005.103.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE.  (a)  To be
  eligible to be appointed or to serve as a director, a person:
               (1)  must be a resident, qualified voter of the
  district;
               (2)  must not hold any other public office; and
               (3)  must not be an officer or employee of the city.
         (b)  A director is eligible for reappointment. (Acts 63rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 4(a) (part), (b).)
         Sec. 11005.104.  VACANCIES. Any vacancy occurring on the
  board shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment in the
  manner in which the vacating director was appointed. (Acts 63rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.105.  REMOVAL FROM OFFICE. (a)  After reasonable
  notice and a public hearing, the board may remove a director from
  office for misfeasance, malfeasance, or wilful neglect of duty.
         (b)  Reasonable notice and a public hearing are not required
  if the notice and hearing are expressly waived in writing. (Acts
  63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 4(c).)
         Sec. 11005.106.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; QUORUM; VOTING
  REQUIREMENTS. (a) The district shall act through resolutions
  adopted by the board.
         (b)  Three directors constitute a quorum.
         (c)  Each director has a vote.
         (d)  The affirmative vote of at least three directors is
  necessary to adopt any resolution. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619,
  Sec. 5(c).)
         Sec. 11005.107.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a) The board
  shall elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer
  at the first meeting of the board in March of each year or at any
  time necessary to fill a vacancy.
         (b)  The board shall elect the president and vice president
  from among the directors.
         (c)  The president shall serve for a term of one year.
         (d)  The offices of secretary and treasurer:
               (1)  may be held by one person; and
               (2)  are not required to be held by a director.
         (e)  The board may appoint as assistant board secretary one
  or more persons who are not directors. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
  619, Secs. 5(b) (part), (d) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.108.  DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a) The
  board president shall preside at board meetings and perform other
  duties prescribed by the board.
         (b)  The board secretary is the official custodian of the
  minutes, books, records, and seal of the board and shall perform
  other duties and functions prescribed by the board. An assistant
  board secretary may perform any duty or function of the board
  secretary.
         (c)  The board treasurer shall perform duties and functions
  prescribed by the board. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 5(b)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11005.109.  MEETINGS. The board shall have regular
  meetings at times specified by board resolution and shall have
  special meetings when called by the board president or by any three
  directors. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 5(e).)
         Sec. 11005.110.  PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS. A
  director is not personally liable for any bond issued or contract
  executed by the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec.
  5(f).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 11005.151.  DISTRICT POWERS. The district may exercise
  any power necessary or appropriate to achieve the purposes of this
  chapter, including the power to:
               (1)  sue and be sued, and plead and be impleaded, in its
  own name;
               (2)  adopt an official seal;
               (3)  adopt and enforce bylaws and rules for the conduct
  of its affairs;
               (4)  acquire, hold, use, and dispose of its receipts
  and money from any source;
               (5)  select a depository or depositories;
               (6)  acquire, own, rent, lease, accept, hold, or
  dispose of property, or an interest in property, including a right
  or easement, by purchase, exchange, gift, assignment,
  condemnation, sale, lease, or otherwise, in performing district
  duties or exercising district powers under this chapter;
               (7)  hold, manage, operate, or improve property;
               (8)  lease or rent any land, building, structure, or
  facility from or to any person;
               (9)  sell, assign, lease, encumber, mortgage, or
  otherwise dispose of property, or an interest in property, and
  release or relinquish a right, title, claim, lien, interest,
  easement, or demand, regardless of the manner in which acquired,
  and conduct a transaction authorized by this subdivision by public
  or private sale, with or without public bidding;
               (10)  issue bonds, provide for and secure the payment
  of the bonds, and provide for the rights of the holders of the bonds
  in the manner and to the extent authorized by this chapter;
               (11)  request and accept any appropriation, grant,
  allocation, subsidy, guaranty, aid, service, material, or gift from
  any source, including the federal government, the state, a public
  agency, or a political subdivision;
               (12)  operate and maintain an office;
               (13)  appoint and determine the duties, tenure,
  qualifications, and compensation of officers, employees, agents,
  professional advisors, and counselors considered necessary or
  advisable by the board, including financial consultants,
  accountants, attorneys, architects, engineers, appraisers, and
  financing experts; and
               (14)  exercise any power granted by Chapter 30, Water
  Code, to districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 6 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.152.  PERMITS. (a) The district may obtain
  through appropriate proceedings an appropriation permit or a
  diversion permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental
  Quality.
         (b)  The district may acquire a water appropriation permit
  from a permit owner by contract or otherwise. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 619, Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.153.  GENERAL AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND
  POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT WITH DISTRICT. A public agency
  or political subdivision of this state, including the city, may
  enter into a contract or agreement with the district, on terms
  agreed to by the parties, for any purpose relating to the district's
  powers or functions, including a contract or agreement for a water
  supply. Approval, notice, consent, or an election is not required
  in connection with the contract or agreement. (Acts 63rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.154.  DISTRICT AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT TO SUPPLY
  WATER. (a) The district may contract with municipalities and
  others, including the city, to supply water to them. The district
  may sell water inside or outside the boundaries of the district.
         (b)  The district may contract with a public agency or
  political subdivision for the rental or leasing of or for the
  operation of the water production, water supply, water filtration
  or purification, and water supply facilities of the entity on the
  consideration agreed to by the district and the entity.
         (c)  A contract under Subsection (a) or (b) may:
               (1)  be on terms and for the time agreed to by the
  parties; and
               (2)  provide that it will continue in effect until
  bonds specified in it and refunding bonds issued in lieu of the
  bonds are paid.
         (d)  The district may contract with the city for the
  operation of the district's water facilities by the city. An
  election is not required in connection with the contract. (Acts
  63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 9(a) (part), 19.)
         Sec. 11005.155.  SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF LAND;
  STORAGE CAPACITY. (a) The district may acquire or construct,
  inside or outside the district, a reservoir or any work, plant,
  transmission line, or other facility necessary or useful to divert,
  impound, store, treat, or transport to the city and others water for
  municipal, domestic, industrial, mining, oil flooding, or any other
  useful purpose.
         (b)  The district may develop or otherwise acquire
  underground sources of water.
         (c)  The district may acquire land, or an interest in land,
  inside or outside the district, for any work, plant, or other
  facility necessary or useful to divert, impound, store, treat, or
  transport to the city and others water for municipal, domestic,
  industrial, mining, oil flooding, or any other useful purpose.
         (d)  The district may lease, purchase, or otherwise acquire
  rights in and to storage and storage capacity in any reservoir
  constructed or to be constructed by any person or from the United
  States. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 8 (part), 9(a)
  (part), 10 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.156.  CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) The district
  may award a construction contract that requires an expenditure of
  more than $5,000 only after publication of notice to bidders once
  each week for two weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the
  district.
         (b)  The notice is sufficient if it states:
               (1)  the time and place for opening the bids;
               (2)  the general nature of the work to be done or the
  material, equipment, or supplies to be purchased; and
               (3)  where the terms of bidding and copies of the plans
  and specifications may be obtained. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619,
  Sec. 12.)
         Sec. 11005.157.  CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO DISTRICT. A public
  agency or political subdivision of this state, including the city,
  may lease, sell, or otherwise convey its land or an interest in its
  land to the district for consideration that the parties agree is
  adequate. Approval, notice, consent, or an election is not
  required in connection with the conveyance. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 619, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.158.  SURPLUS PROPERTY. Subject to the terms of a
  resolution or deed of trust authorizing or securing bonds issued by
  the district, the district may sell, lease, rent, trade, or
  otherwise dispose of property that the board considers is not
  needed for a district purpose. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec.
  10 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.159.  EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) To carry out a power
  conferred by this chapter, the district may exercise the power of
  eminent domain to acquire the fee simple title to land, or any other
  interest in land, and other property and easements, inside or
  outside the district, including land or an interest in land needed
  for a reservoir, dam, or flood easement above the probable
  high-water line around a reservoir.
         (b)  The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
  in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.
         (c)  The district is a municipal corporation for the purposes
  of Chapter 21, Property Code.
         (d)  The board shall determine the amount and the type of
  interest in land, other property, or easements to be acquired under
  this section. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 11(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.160.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY;
  RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS. (a)  If the district's exercise of its
  eminent domain, police, or other power requires relocating,
  raising, lowering, rerouting, or changing the grade of or altering
  the construction of any railroad, electric transmission,
  telegraph, or telephone line, conduit, pole, property, or facility
  or pipeline, the action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of
  the district. The term "sole expense" means the actual cost of the
  lowering, rerouting, or change in grade or alteration of
  construction to provide a comparable replacement without enhancing
  the facility, after deducting from the cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  The district has all necessary or useful rights-of-way
  and easements along, over, under, and across all public, state,
  municipal, and county roads, highways, and places for any of its
  purposes. The district shall restore a used facility to its
  previous condition as nearly as possible at the sole expense of the
  district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 11(b), (c).)
         Sec. 11005.161.  OTHER DISTRICT POWERS. The district has
  the same power as is conferred by general law on municipal utility
  districts or on water control and improvement districts, with
  reference to entering land and making surveys and attending to
  other business of the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619,
  Sec. 11(a) (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11005.201.  DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall designate
  one or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as the
  depository for the district's money.
         (b)  District money shall be deposited in the depository
  designated by the board, except that:
               (1)  bond proceeds and money pledged to pay bonds, to
  the extent provided in a resolution or trust indenture authorizing
  or securing district bonds, may be deposited with another bank or
  trustee named in the bond resolution or trust indenture; and
               (2)  money shall be remitted to each paying agent for
  the payment of principal of and interest on the bonds.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank or trustee
  bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation,
  the money must be secured in the manner provided by law for the
  security of municipal money. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec.
  20 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.202.  INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY. The board
  may invest district money in obligations and make time deposits of
  district money in the manner determined by the board or in the
  manner permitted or required in a resolution or trust indenture
  authorizing or securing district bonds. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
  619, Sec. 20 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.203.  DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
  AND ASSESSMENT. The district is not required to pay a tax or
  assessment on its facilities or any part of its facilities.  (Acts
  63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
         Sec. 11005.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a) The district
  may issue bonds payable from and secured by revenue or ad valorem
  taxes, or both revenue and ad valorem taxes, of the district to
  carry out any power conferred by this chapter. The bonds must be
  authorized by a board resolution.
         (b)  The bonds must be issued in the manner and under the
  terms of the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 14(a), (b) (part), (e)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11005.252.  FORM OF BONDS. District bonds must be:
               (1)  issued in the district's name;
               (2)  signed by the president or vice president; and
               (3)  attested by the secretary. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 619, Sec. 14(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.253.  MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
  later than 40 years after the date of their issuance. (Acts 63rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 14(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM
  TAXES. (a) Bonds, other than refunding bonds, payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes may not be issued unless authorized by
  a majority of the district voters voting at an election held for
  that purpose.
         (b)  The board may call an election under this section
  without a petition. The resolution calling the election must
  specify:
               (1)  the time and place at which the election will be
  held;
               (2)  the purpose for which the bonds will be issued;
               (3)  the amount of the bonds;
               (4)  the form of the ballot; and
               (5)  other matters the board considers necessary or
  advisable.
         (c)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
  substantial copy of the resolution calling the election in a
  newspaper of general circulation in the district. The notice must
  be published once each week for two consecutive weeks. The first
  publication must be not later than the 14th day before the date of
  the election.
         (d)  The district may issue bonds not payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes without an election. (Acts 63rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 17(a) (part), (b).)
         Sec. 11005.255.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.
  (a) District bonds issued may be secured by a pledge of all or part
  of the district's revenue, or by all or part of the revenue of one or
  more contracts previously or subsequently made or other revenue or
  income specified by board resolution or a trust indenture securing
  the bonds. The pledge may reserve the right, under conditions
  specified by the pledge, to issue additional bonds that will be on a
  parity with or subordinate to the bonds then being issued.
         (b)  The district may issue bonds secured by both taxes and
  revenue of the district described by Subsection (a). (Acts 63rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 14(d), (e) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES. (a)
  If bonds are issued payable wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes,
  the board shall annually impose a tax on the taxable property in the
  district in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and
  interest on the bonds when due.
         (b)  The district may adopt the rate of a tax imposed under
  Subsection (a) for any year after giving consideration to the money
  received from the pledged revenue that may be available for payment
  of principal and interest, to the extent and in the manner permitted
  by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.  (Acts 63rd
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Secs. 14(e) (part), 23(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.257.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) District bonds,
  including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
  valorem taxes may be additionally secured, at the discretion of the
  board, by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical property of
  the district and all franchises, easements, water rights and
  appropriation permits, leases, and contracts and all rights
  appurtenant to the property, vesting in the trustee power to:
               (1)  sell the property for the payment of the debt;
               (2)  operate the property; and
               (3)  take other action to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust lien, if
  one is given:
               (1)  is the absolute owner of property, facilities, and
  rights purchased; and
               (2)  is entitled to maintain and operate the property,
  facilities, and rights. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 16
  (part).)
         Sec. 11005.258.  TRUST INDENTURE. (a) District bonds,
  including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
  valorem taxes may be additionally secured by a trust indenture. The
  trustee may be a bank with trust powers located inside or outside
  the state.
         (b)  A trust indenture, regardless of the existence of a deed
  of trust or mortgage lien on property, may:
               (1)  provide for the security of the bonds and the
  preservation of the trust estate as prescribed by the board;
               (2)  provide for amendment or modification of the trust
  indenture;
               (3)  provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
  or mutilated bonds;
               (4)  condition the right to spend district money or
  sell district property on the approval of a licensed engineer
  selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
               (5)  provide for the investment of district money.
  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 16 (part).)
         Sec. 11005.259.  RATES FOR SERVICES; PAYMENT OF REVENUE
  BONDS. (a) If district bonds payable wholly from revenue are
  issued, the board shall set the rates of compensation for water sold
  and services provided by the district. The rates must be sufficient
  to:
               (1)  pay the expense of operating and maintaining
  district facilities;
               (2)  pay the principal of and interest on the bonds when
  due; and
               (3)  maintain the reserve fund and other funds as
  provided in the resolution authorizing the bonds.
         (b)  If bonds payable partly from revenue are issued, the
  board shall set the rate of compensation for water sold and any
  other services provided by the district. The rate must be
  sufficient to ensure compliance with the resolution authorizing the
  bonds or the trust indenture securing the bonds. (Acts 63rd Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 14(f).)
         Sec. 11005.260.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district may
  set aside an amount of proceeds from the sale of district bonds for:
               (1)  the payment of interest expected to accrue during
  construction not to exceed three years;
               (2)  a reserve interest and sinking fund; and
               (3)  other funds as may be provided in the resolution
  authorizing the bonds or in the trust indenture.
         (b)  The district may use proceeds from the sale of the bonds
  to pay any expense necessarily incurred in accomplishing the
  purpose of the district, including  any expense of issuing and
  selling the bonds.  (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 14(g).)
         Sec. 11005.261.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER. (a) On default or
  threatened default in the payment of the principal of or interest on
  district bonds that are payable wholly or partly from revenue, a
  court may, on petition of the holders of outstanding bonds, appoint
  a receiver for the district.
         (b)  The receiver may collect and receive all district
  income, except taxes, employ and discharge district agents and
  employees, take charge of money on hand, except money received from
  taxes, unless commingled, and manage the proprietary affairs of the
  district without consent or hindrance by the board.
         (c)  The receiver may be authorized to sell or contract for
  the sale of water or to renew those contracts with the approval of
  the court that appointed the receiver.
         (d)  The court may vest the receiver with any other power or
  duty the court finds necessary to protect the bondholders. (Acts
  63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 14(h) (part).)
         Sec. 11005.262.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may
  issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding district bonds and
  interest on those bonds.
         (b)  Refunding bonds may:
               (1)  be issued to refund bonds of more than one series;
               (2)  combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
  the security of the refunding bonds; or
               (3)  be secured by a pledge of other or additional
  revenue or mortgage liens.
         (c)  The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
  issuance of other bonds, their security, and the remedies of the
  holders apply to refunding bonds.
         (d)  The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (e)  Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
  district, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
  refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
  the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
  refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
  issued in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest
  and any required redemption premium on the bonds to be refunded to
  any redemption date or to their maturity date, and the comptroller
  shall register the refunding bonds without the surrender and
  cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (f)  An election is not required to authorize the issuance of
  refunding bonds.
         (g)  The district may also issue refunding bonds under any
  other applicable law. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 15.)
         Sec. 11005.263.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS. The
  resolution authorizing the bonds or the trust indenture securing
  the bonds may limit or qualify the rights of the holders of less
  than all of the outstanding bonds payable from the same source to
  institute or prosecute litigation affecting the district's
  property or income. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 14(h)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11005.264.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A district
  bond, the transfer of the bond, and the income from the bond,
  including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from
  taxation in this state. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 619, Sec. 22
  (part).)
  CHAPTER 11006.  SOUTH TEXAS WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11006.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 11006.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 11006.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  SUBCHAPTER B. AUTHORITY TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
  Sec. 11006.051.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY 
  Sec. 11006.052.  ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 11006.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 11006.102.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 11006.103.  VACANCIES 
  Sec. 11006.104.  REMOVAL FROM OFFICE 
  Sec. 11006.105.  BOND 
  Sec. 11006.106.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; VOTING 
  Sec. 11006.107.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS 
  Sec. 11006.108.  DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS 
  Sec. 11006.109.  MEETINGS 
  Sec. 11006.110.  PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS 
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 11006.151.  GENERAL POWERS 
  Sec. 11006.152.  PERMITS 
  Sec. 11006.153.  GENERAL POWER OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND
                    POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT
                    WITH AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 11006.154.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER 
  Sec. 11006.155.  SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF
                    LAND; STORAGE CAPACITY 
  Sec. 11006.156.  CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO AUTHORITY 
  Sec. 11006.157.  SURPLUS PROPERTY 
  Sec. 11006.158.  EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 11006.159.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING
                    PROPERTY; RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND
                    EASEMENTS 
  Sec. 11006.160.  OTHER AUTHORITY POWERS 
  SUBCHAPTER E.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11006.201.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 11006.202.  INVESTMENT OF AUTHORITY MONEY 
  Sec. 11006.203.  AUTHORITY ACCOUNTS 
  Sec. 11006.204.  AUTHORITY FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM
                    TAXATION AND ASSESSMENT 
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
  Sec. 11006.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 11006.252.  FORM OF BONDS 
  Sec. 11006.253.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 11006.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD
                    VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 11006.255.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
                    BONDS 
  Sec. 11006.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES 
  Sec. 11006.257.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 11006.258.  TRUST INDENTURE 
  Sec. 11006.259.  CHARGES FOR AUTHORITY SERVICES 
  Sec. 11006.260.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 11006.261.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER 
  Sec. 11006.262.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  Sec. 11006.263.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS 
  Sec. 11006.264.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  Sec. 11006.265.  DETACHMENT OF AUTHORITY TERRITORY
                    AFTER ISSUANCE OF BONDS 
  CHAPTER 11006.  SOUTH TEXAS WATER AUTHORITY
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11006.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Authority" means the South Texas Water Authority.
               (2)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  authority.
               (3)  "Cities" means the cities of Agua Dulce, Bishop,
  Driscoll, and Kingsville.
               (4)  "Director" means a member of the board.  (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 1 (part), 4(a) (part); New.)
         Sec. 11006.002.  NATURE OF AUTHORITY. The authority is a
  conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
  Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436,
  Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a)  The authority is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land and other property in the authority will
  benefit from the works and projects to be accomplished by the
  authority under powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution.
         (c)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  properties and industries.
         (d)  The authority, in carrying out the purposes of this
  chapter, will be performing an essential public function under the
  constitution of this state. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs.
  3, 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER B. AUTHORITY TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
         Sec. 11006.051.  AUTHORITY TERRITORY. (a)  The authority is
  composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 436, Acts
  of the 66th Legislature, Regular Session, 1979, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  this subchapter or its predecessor statute,
  Section 7, Chapter 436, Acts of the 66th Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1979;
               (2)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (3)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries of the authority form a closure. A
  mistake does not affect:
               (1)  the authority's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the authority's right to issue any type of bond for
  a purpose for which the authority is created or to pay the principal
  of and interest on the bond;
               (3)  the authority's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the authority, its
  bonds, or its governing body. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec.
  2 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.052.  ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY. (a) Territory
  may be annexed to the authority as provided by this section.
         (b)  The board may annex territory or a municipality under
  this section only if a petition requesting annexation is signed by
  50 registered voters of the territory or municipality to be
  annexed, or a majority of the registered voters of that territory or
  municipality, whichever is fewer, and is filed with the board. The
  petition must describe the territory to be annexed by metes and
  bounds, or otherwise, except that if the territory is the same as
  that contained in the boundaries of a municipality, the petition is
  sufficient if it states that the territory to be annexed is the
  territory contained in the municipal boundaries.
         (c)  If the board determines that the petition complies with
  Subsection (b), that the annexation would be in the best interest of
  the territory or municipality and the authority, and that the
  authority will be able to supply water or have water supplied to the
  territory or municipality, the board shall:
               (1)  adopt a resolution stating the conditions, if any,
  under which the territory or municipality may be annexed to the
  authority; and
               (2)  set a time and place to hold a hearing on the
  question of whether the territory or municipality to be annexed
  will benefit from:
                     (A)  the improvements, works, or facilities owned
  or operated or contemplated to be owned or operated by the
  authority; or
                     (B)  the other functions of the authority.
         (d)  At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
  of the adoption of the resolution stating the time and place of the
  hearing must be published one time in a newspaper of general
  circulation in the territory or municipality proposed to be
  annexed. The notice must describe the territory in the same manner
  in which Subsection (b) requires the petition to describe the
  territory.
         (e)  Any interested person may appear at the hearing and
  offer evidence for or against the annexation.
         (f)  The hearing may proceed in the order and under the rules
  prescribed by the board and may be recessed from time to time.
         (g)  If, at the conclusion of the hearing, the board finds
  that the property in the territory or municipality will benefit
  from the present or contemplated improvements, works, or
  facilities, the board shall adopt a resolution making a finding of
  the benefit and calling an election in the territory or
  municipality to be annexed.
         (h)  The resolution must state:
               (1)  the date of the election;
               (2)  each place where the election will be held; and
               (3)  the proposition to be voted on.
         (i)  At least 10 days before the date set for the election,
  notice of the election must be given by publishing a substantial
  copy of the resolution calling the election one time in a newspaper
  of general circulation in the territory or municipality proposed to
  be annexed.
         (j)  If a majority of the votes cast at the election are in
  favor of annexation, the board by resolution shall annex the
  territory or municipality to the authority.
         (k)  An annexation under this section is incontestable
  except in the manner and within the time for contesting elections
  under the Election Code.
         (l)  The board is not required to call an election if:
               (1)  a petition requesting annexation is signed by all
  residents and landowners of the territory or municipality to be
  annexed, the same as provided by law for conveyance of real
  property; and
               (2)  the petition:
                     (A)  states that the petitioners:
                           (i)  approve their share of the outstanding
  bonds or other obligations and the unissued bonds, if any, of the
  authority; and
                           (ii)  authorize the board to set rates
  sufficient to pay their share of the debt and impose taxes
  sufficient to pay those bonds, if authorized; and
                     (B)  is filed in the office of the county clerk of
  each county in which the authority is located. (Acts 66th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 7(a), (b), (c) (part), (d) (part), (e).)
  SUBCHAPTER C.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 11006.101.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  authority is governed by a board of nine directors. The directors
  occupy numbered places on the board. The Commissioners Court of
  Kleberg County shall appoint directors for Places 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9,
  and the Commissioners Court of Nueces County shall appoint
  directors for Places 2, 4, 6, and 8.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered two-year terms, with the
  terms of the directors occupying Places 1, 2, 3, and 4 commencing at
  12:01 a.m. on April 1 of each even-numbered year and the terms of
  the directors occupying Places 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 commencing at 12:01
  a.m. on April 1 of each odd-numbered year.
         (c)  In March of each year, the appropriate commissioners
  court shall appoint directors to the appropriate places on the
  board. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.102.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a)  To be
  eligible to be appointed or to serve as a director, a person:
               (1)  must be a resident, qualified voter of:
                     (A)  the authority; and
                     (B)  the county from which the person is
  appointed; and
               (2)  may not:
                     (A)  hold another public office; or
                     (B)  be an officer or employee of the authority.
         (b)  Of the directors appointed by the Commissioners Court of
  Nueces County:
               (1)  one must be a resident of the municipality of Agua
  Dulce;
               (2)  one must be a resident of the municipality of
  Bishop;
               (3)  one must be a resident of the municipality of
  Driscoll; and
               (4)  one must be appointed at large and may be a
  resident of any of those municipalities.
         (c)  A director is eligible for reappointment. (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 4(a) (part), (b).)
         Sec. 11006.103.  VACANCIES. Any vacancy occurring on the
  board shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment in the
  manner in which the vacating director was appointed.  (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.104.  REMOVAL FROM OFFICE. After reasonable
  notice and a public hearing, the board may remove a director from
  office for misfeasance, malfeasance, or wilful neglect of duty.
  Reasonable notice and a public hearing are not required if the
  notice and hearing are expressly waived in writing.  (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 4(c).)
         Sec. 11006.105.  BOND. Each director shall execute a good
  and sufficient bond for $5,000 that is:
               (1)  payable to the authority; and
               (2)  conditioned on the faithful performance of the
  director's duties.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 5(b)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.106.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; VOTING. (a) The
  authority shall act by resolutions adopted by the board.
         (b)  All directors are entitled to vote.  (Acts 66th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 5(d) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.107.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a) The board
  shall elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer
  at the first meeting of the board in April of each year or at any
  time necessary to fill a vacancy.
         (b)  The board shall elect the president and vice president
  from among the directors.
         (c)  The president serves for a one-year term.
         (d)  The offices of secretary and treasurer:
               (1)  may be held by one person; and
               (2)  are not required to be held by a director.
         (e)  The board may appoint as assistant board secretary one
  or more persons who are not directors.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  436, Secs. 5(c) (part), (e) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.108.  DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a) The
  board president shall preside at board meetings and perform other
  duties prescribed by the board.
         (b)  The board vice president shall perform the duties of the
  president when the president is not present or is otherwise
  incapacitated.
         (c)  The board secretary is the official custodian of the
  minutes, books, records, and seal of the board and shall perform
  other duties and functions prescribed by the board. An assistant
  board secretary may perform any duty or function of the board
  secretary.
         (d)  The board treasurer shall perform duties and functions
  prescribed by the board.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 5(c)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.109.  MEETINGS. The board shall have regular
  meetings at times specified by board resolution and shall have
  special meetings when called by the board president or by any three
  directors.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 5(f).)
         Sec. 11006.110.  PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS. A
  director is not personally liable for a bond issued or contract
  executed by the authority.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec.
  5(g).)
  SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 11006.151.  GENERAL POWERS. The authority may exercise
  any power necessary or appropriate to achieve the purposes of this
  chapter, including the power to:
               (1)  sue and be sued and plead and be impleaded in its
  own name;
               (2)  adopt an official seal;
               (3)  adopt and enforce bylaws and rules for the conduct
  of its affairs;
               (4)  acquire, hold, use, and dispose of its receipts
  and money from any source;
               (5)  select a depository or depositories;
               (6)  acquire, own, rent, lease, accept, hold, or
  dispose of property, or an interest in property, including a right
  or easement, by purchase, exchange, gift, assignment,
  condemnation, sale, lease, or otherwise, in performing authority
  duties or exercising authority powers under this chapter;
               (7)  hold, manage, operate, or improve property;
               (8)  lease or rent any land, building, structure, or
  facility from or to any person;
               (9)  sell, assign, lease, encumber, mortgage, or
  otherwise dispose of property, or an interest in property, and
  release or relinquish a right, title, claim, lien, interest,
  easement, or demand, regardless of the manner in which acquired,
  and conduct a transaction authorized by this subdivision by public
  or private sale, with or without public bidding, notwithstanding
  any other law;
               (10)  issue bonds, provide for and secure the payment
  of the bonds, and provide for the rights of the holders of the bonds
  in the manner and to the extent authorized by this chapter;
               (11)  request and accept any appropriation, grant,
  allocation, subsidy, guaranty, aid, service, material, or gift from
  any source, including the federal government, the state, a public
  agency, or a political subdivision;
               (12)  operate and maintain an office;
               (13)  appoint and determine the duties, tenure,
  qualifications, and compensation of officers, employees, agents,
  professional advisors, and counselors, including financial
  consultants, accountants, attorneys, architects, engineers,
  appraisers, and financing experts considered necessary or
  advisable by the board; and
               (14)  exercise any power granted by Chapter 383, Health
  and Safety Code, or Chapter 30, Water Code.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 436, Secs. 6(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i), (k).)
         Sec. 11006.152.  PERMITS. (a)  The authority may obtain,
  through appropriate proceedings, an appropriation permit or a
  diversion permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental
  Quality.
         (b)  The authority may acquire a water appropriation permit
  from a permit owner by contract or otherwise. (Acts 66th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 8 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.153.  GENERAL POWER OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND
  POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT WITH AUTHORITY. A public agency
  or political subdivision of this state, including the cities, may
  enter into a contract or agreement with the authority, on terms
  agreed to by the parties, for any purpose relating to the
  authority's powers or functions. Approval, notice, consent, or an
  election is not required in connection with the contract or
  agreement. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.154.  CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER. (a)  The
  authority may contract with public agencies or political
  subdivisions, including the cities, to supply water to them. The
  authority may sell water inside or outside the boundaries of the
  authority.
         (b)  Contracts under Subsection (a) may provide that the
  contractual payments by the political subdivisions:
               (1)  will be payable from revenue or the imposition of
  taxes or both; and
               (2)  will constitute the purchase of the authority's
  system at the time all indebtedness incurred by the authority for
  acquisition, construction, improvement, and extensions of the
  system is paid in full.
         (c)  The authority may contract with a public agency or
  political subdivision for the rental or leasing of or for the
  operation of the water supply, water, and filtration or
  purification facilities of the entity for the consideration agreed
  to by the authority and the entity.
         (d)  A contract under Subsection (a) or (c) may:
               (1)  be on the terms and for the time agreed to by the
  parties; and
               (2)  provide that it will continue in effect until
  bonds specified in it and refunding bonds issued in lieu of the
  bonds are paid.
         (e)  The authority may enter into contracts or agreements
  with the Nueces River Authority and the City of Corpus Christi for
  the purchase of water.
         (f)  The authority and the City of Corpus Christi may enter
  into contracts or agreements for the sale of water and the operation
  and maintenance of the authority's water lines if considered
  advisable.
         (g)  Public agencies or political subdivisions of this
  state, including the cities, may enter into contracts or agreements
  with the authority for a water supply.
         (h)  Approval, notice, consent, or an election is not
  required in connection with a contract or agreement described by
  Subsection (e), (f), or (g).  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs.
  9(a) (part), (b) (part), 19.)
         Sec. 11006.155.  SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF LAND;
  STORAGE CAPACITY. (a) The authority may acquire or construct,
  inside or outside the authority, any work, well, plant,
  transmission line, or other facility necessary or useful to divert,
  impound, drill for, store, treat, or transport water to the cities
  for municipal, domestic, agricultural, industrial, or any other
  useful purposes.
         (b)  The authority may develop or otherwise acquire
  underground sources of water.
         (c)  The authority may acquire land, or an interest in land,
  inside or outside the authority for any reservoir, work, well,
  plant, transmission line, or other facility necessary or useful to
  impound, store, treat, or transport water to the cities and others
  for municipal, domestic, agricultural, industrial, mining, oil
  flooding, or any other useful purposes.
         (d)  The authority may lease, purchase, or otherwise acquire
  rights in and to storage and storage capacity in any reservoir
  constructed or to be constructed by any person.  (Acts 66th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 8 (part), 9(a) (part), 10 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.156.  CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO AUTHORITY. A public
  agency or political subdivision of this state, including the
  cities, may lease, sell, or otherwise convey its land or an interest
  in its land to the authority for the consideration that the parties
  agree is adequate.  Approval, notice, consent, or an election is not
  required in connection with the conveyance.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 436, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.157.  SURPLUS PROPERTY. Subject to the terms of a
  resolution or deed of trust authorizing or securing bonds issued by
  the authority, the authority may sell, lease, rent, trade, or
  otherwise dispose of property that the board considers not needed
  for an authority purpose. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 10
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.158.  EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) To carry out a power
  conferred by this chapter, the authority may exercise the power of
  eminent domain to acquire the fee simple title to land, or any other
  interest in land, and other property and easements, inside or
  outside the authority, including land or an interest in land needed
  for a reservoir, dam, or flood easement above the probable
  high-water line around a reservoir.
         (b)  The authority must exercise the power of eminent domain
  in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.
         (c)  The authority is a municipal corporation for the
  purposes of Chapter 21, Property Code.
         (d)  The board shall determine the amount and the type of
  interest in land, other property, or easements to be acquired.
  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 11(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.159.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY;
  RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS. (a) If the authority's exercise of
  its eminent domain, police, or other power requires relocating,
  raising, lowering, rerouting, or changing the grade of or altering
  the construction of any railroad, electric transmission,
  telegraph, or telephone line, conduit, pole, property, or facility
  or pipeline, the action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of
  the authority. The term "sole expense" means the actual cost of the
  raising, lowering, rerouting, or change in grade or alteration of
  construction to provide a comparable replacement without enhancing
  the facility, after deducting from the cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  The authority has all necessary or useful rights-of-way
  and easements along, over, under, and across all public, state,
  municipal, and county roads, highways, and places for any of its
  purposes. The authority shall restore a used facility to its
  previous condition as nearly as possible at the sole expense of the
  authority. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 11(b), (c).)
         Sec. 11006.160.  OTHER AUTHORITY POWERS. The authority has
  the same power as is conferred by general law on municipal utility
  districts and on water control and improvement districts with
  reference to entering land, making surveys, and attending to other
  business of the authority. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec.
  11(a) (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11006.201.  DEPOSITORY. (a)  The board shall designate
  one or more banks inside or outside the authority to serve as the
  depository for the authority's money.
         (b)  Authority money shall be deposited in the depository
  designated by the board, except that:
               (1)  bond proceeds and money pledged to pay bonds, to
  the extent provided in a resolution or trust indenture authorizing
  or securing authority bonds, may be deposited with another bank or
  trustee named in the bond resolution or trust indenture; and
               (2)  money shall be remitted to each paying agent for
  the payment of principal of and interest on the bonds.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank or a
  trustee bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance
  Corporation, the money must be secured in the manner provided by law
  for the security of municipal money.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  436, Sec. 20 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.202.  INVESTMENT OF AUTHORITY MONEY. The board
  may invest authority money in obligations and make time deposits of
  authority money in the manner determined by the board or in the
  manner permitted or required in a resolution or trust indenture
  authorizing or securing authority bonds. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 436, Sec. 20 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.203.  AUTHORITY ACCOUNTS. The authority shall
  maintain a complete system of the authority's accounts. (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 25 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.204.  AUTHORITY FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
  AND ASSESSMENT. The authority is not required to pay a tax or
  assessment on its facilities or any part of its facilities. (Acts
  66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
         Sec. 11006.251.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a) The
  authority may issue bonds payable from and secured by revenue or ad
  valorem taxes, or both revenue and ad valorem taxes, of the
  authority to carry out any power or authority conferred by this
  chapter. The bonds must be authorized by a board resolution.
         (b)  The bonds must be issued in the manner and under the
  terms of the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 13(a), (b) (part), (d)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.252.  FORM OF BONDS. Authority bonds must be:
               (1)  issued in the authority's name;
               (2)  signed by the president or vice president; and
               (3)  attested by the secretary. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 436, Sec. 13(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.253.  MATURITY. Authority bonds must mature not
  later than 50 years after the date of their issuance. (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 13(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.254.  ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM
  TAXES. (a) Bonds, other than refunding bonds, payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes may not be issued unless authorized by
  a majority of the authority voters voting at an election held for
  that purpose.
         (b)  The board may call an election under this section
  without a petition. The resolution calling the election must
  specify:
               (1)  the time and place at which the election will be
  held;
               (2)  the purpose for which the bonds will be issued;
               (3)  the amount of the bonds;
               (4)  the form of the ballot; and
               (5)  other matters the board considers necessary or
  advisable.
         (c)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
  substantial copy of the resolution calling the election in a
  newspaper of general circulation in the authority. The notice must
  be published once each week for two consecutive weeks. The first
  publication must be not later than the 14th day before the date of
  the election.
         (d)  The authority may issue bonds not payable wholly or
  partly from ad valorem taxes without an election. (Acts 66th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 16 (part), 17(a) (part), (b).)
         Sec. 11006.255.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.
  (a) Authority bonds issued may be secured by a pledge of all or part
  of the authority's revenue or by all or part of the revenue of one or
  more contracts made or other revenue or income specified by board
  resolution or a trust indenture securing the bonds. The pledge may
  reserve the right, under conditions specified by the pledge, to
  issue additional bonds that will be on a parity with or subordinate
  to the bonds then being issued.
         (b)  The authority may issue bonds secured by both taxes and
  revenue of the authority described by Subsection (a). (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 13(c), (d) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.256.  BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES. (a)
  If bonds are issued payable wholly or partly from ad valorem taxes,
  the board shall annually impose a tax on the taxable property in the
  authority in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and
  interest on the bonds when due but not to exceed 20 cents on the $100
  valuation of taxable property in the authority.
         (b)  The board may adopt the rate of a tax imposed under
  Subsection (a) for any year after giving consideration to the money
  received from the pledged revenue that may be available for payment
  of principal and interest, to the extent and in the manner permitted
  by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.  (Acts 66th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 13(d) (part), 24(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.257.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) Authority bonds,
  including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
  valorem taxes may be additionally secured, at the discretion of the
  board, by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical property of
  the authority and all franchises, easements, water rights and
  appropriation permits, leases, and contracts and all rights
  appurtenant to the property, vesting in the trustee power to:
               (1)  sell the property for the payment of the debt;
               (2)  operate the property; and
               (3)  take other action to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust lien, if
  one is given:
               (1)  is the absolute owner of property, facilities, and
  rights purchased; and
               (2)  is entitled to maintain and operate the property,
  facilities, and rights. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 15
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.258.  TRUST INDENTURE. (a) Authority bonds,
  including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
  valorem taxes may be additionally secured by a trust indenture. The
  trustee may be a bank with trust powers located inside or outside
  this state.
         (b)  A trust indenture, regardless of the existence of a deed
  of trust or mortgage lien on property, may:
               (1)  provide for the security of the bonds and the
  preservation of the trust estate as prescribed by the board;
               (2)  provide for amendment or modification of the trust
  indenture;
               (3)  provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
  or mutilated bonds;
               (4)  condition the right to spend authority money or
  sell authority property on the approval of a licensed engineer
  selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
               (5)  provide for the investment of authority money.
  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 15 (part).)
         Sec. 11006.259.  CHARGES FOR AUTHORITY SERVICES. (a) If
  authority bonds payable wholly from revenue are issued, the board
  shall set and from time to time revise the rates of compensation for
  water sold and services provided by the authority. The rates must
  be sufficient to:
               (1)  pay the expenses of operating and maintaining
  authority facilities;
               (2)  pay the principal of and interest on the bonds when
  due; and
               (3)  maintain the reserve fund and other funds as
  provided in the resolution authorizing the bonds.
         (b)  If bonds payable partly from revenue are issued, the
  board shall set and from time to time revise the rate of
  compensation for water sold and any other services provided by the
  authority. The rate must be sufficient to ensure compliance with
  the resolution authorizing the bonds or the trust indenture
  securing the bonds. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 13(e).)
         Sec. 11006.260.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The authority
  may set aside an amount of proceeds of the sale of authority bonds
  for:
               (1)  the payment of interest expected to accrue during
  construction not to exceed three years;
               (2)  a reserve interest and sinking fund; and
               (3)  other funds as may be provided in the resolution
  authorizing the bonds or in the trust indenture.
         (b)  The authority may use proceeds from the sale of bonds to
  pay any expense necessarily incurred in accomplishing the purpose
  of the authority, including:
               (1)  any expense of issuing and selling the bonds; and
               (2)  the amount needed to operate the authority during
  construction of the improvements.  (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436,
  Sec. 13(f).)
         Sec. 11006.261.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER. (a) On default or
  threatened default in the payment of the principal of or interest on
  authority bonds that are payable wholly or partly from revenue, a
  court may, on petition of the holders of outstanding bonds, appoint
  a receiver for the authority.
         (b)  The receiver may collect and receive all authority
  income, employ and discharge authority agents and employees, take
  charge of money on hand, and manage the proprietary affairs of the
  authority without consent or hindrance by the board.
         (c)  The receiver may be authorized to sell or contract for
  the sale of water or to renew contracts with the approval of the
  court that appointed the receiver.
         (d)  The court may vest the receiver with any other power or
  duty the court finds necessary to protect the bondholders. (Acts
  66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 13(g) (part).)
         Sec. 11006.262.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The authority may
  issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding authority bonds and
  interest on those bonds.
         (b)  Refunding bonds may:
               (1)  be issued to refund bonds of more than one series;
               (2)  combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
  the security of the refunding bonds; or
               (3)  be secured by a pledge of other or additional
  revenue or mortgage liens.
         (c)  The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
  issuance of other bonds, their security, and the remedies of the
  holders apply to refunding bonds.
         (d)  The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (e)  Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
  authority, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
  refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
  the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
  refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
  issued in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest
  and any required redemption premium on the bonds to be refunded to
  any redemption date or to their maturity date, and the comptroller
  shall register the refunding bonds without the surrender and
  cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (f)  An election is not required to authorize the issuance of
  refunding bonds.
         (g)  The authority may also issue refunding bonds under any
  other applicable law. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 14.)
         Sec. 11006.263.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS. The
  resolution authorizing the bonds or the trust indenture securing
  the bonds may limit or qualify the rights of the holders of less
  than all of the outstanding bonds payable from the same source to
  institute or prosecute litigation affecting the authority's
  property or income. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 13(g)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.264.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. An authority
  bond, the transfer of the bond, and the income from the bond,
  including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from
  taxation in this state. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Sec. 22
  (part).)
         Sec. 11006.265.  DETACHMENT OF AUTHORITY TERRITORY AFTER
  ISSUANCE OF BONDS. Territory may not be detached from the authority
  after the issuance of bonds payable from revenue or taxes, or both
  revenue and taxes. (Acts 66th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436, Secs. 16 (part),
  17(a) (part).)
  CHAPTER 11007.  WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11007.001.  DEFINITIONS 
  Sec. 11007.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11007.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE 
  Sec. 11007.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER 
  Sec. 11007.005.  DISTRICT TERRITORY 
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Sec. 11007.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS 
  Sec. 11007.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE 
  Sec. 11007.053.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; VOTING REQUIREMENTS 
  Sec. 11007.054.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS 
  Sec. 11007.055.  OFFICER DUTIES 
  Sec. 11007.056.  MEETINGS 
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
  Sec. 11007.101.  DISTRICT POWERS 
  Sec. 11007.102.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING WATER 
  Sec. 11007.103.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING WASTE 
  Sec. 11007.104.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING GARBAGE
                    COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL 
  Sec. 11007.105.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS 
  Sec. 11007.106.  AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND
                    POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT
                    WITH DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11007.107.  CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY TO DISTRICT 
  Sec. 11007.108.  ACQUISITION OF EXISTING FACILITIES 
  Sec. 11007.109.  EMINENT DOMAIN 
  Sec. 11007.110.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING
                    PROPERTY; RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND
                    EASEMENTS 
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
  Sec. 11007.151.  IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX;
                    PROHIBITION ON OTHER TAXES OR
                    ASSESSMENTS 
  Sec. 11007.152.  ELECTION TO IMPOSE TAX 
  Sec. 11007.153.  DEPOSITORY 
  Sec. 11007.154.  INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY 
  Sec. 11007.155.  DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM
                    TAXATION AND ASSESSMENT 
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
  Sec. 11007.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS 
  Sec. 11007.202.  FORM OF BONDS 
  Sec. 11007.203.  MATURITY 
  Sec. 11007.204.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
                    BONDS 
  Sec. 11007.205.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY 
  Sec. 11007.206.  TRUST INDENTURE 
  Sec. 11007.207.  CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES 
  Sec. 11007.208.  STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND
                    REMEDIES OF BONDHOLDERS 
  Sec. 11007.209.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS 
  Sec. 11007.210.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER 
  Sec. 11007.211.  REFUNDING BONDS 
  Sec. 11007.212.  OTHER REMEDIES AND COVENANTS 
  Sec. 11007.213.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS 
  Sec. 11007.214.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION 
  CHAPTER 11007.  WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
  SUBCHAPTER A.  GENERAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11007.001.  DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
               (1)  "Board" means the board of directors of the
  district.
               (2)  "Bond" means a bond or note.
               (3)  "Director" means a member of the board.
               (4)  "District" means the West Jefferson County
  Municipal Water District. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Secs. 1
  (part), 4(a) (part), 15(a) (part); New.)
         Sec. 11007.002.  NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
  conservation and reclamation district in Jefferson County created
  under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 1 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.003.  FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
  (a)  The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
         (b)  All land and other property in the district will benefit
  from the works and projects to be accomplished by the district under
  the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
  Constitution.
         (c)  The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
  chapter will benefit the people of this state and improve their
  properties and industries. The district, in carrying out the
  purposes of this chapter, will be performing an essential public
  function under the constitution of this state. (Acts 65th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 337, Secs. 3, 22 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.004.  LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
  chapter shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes,
  powers, rights, and functions stated in this chapter. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 23 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.005.  DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)  The district is
  composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 337, Acts
  of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977, as that territory
  may have been modified under:
               (1)  Subsection (c) or its predecessor statute, Section
  2, Chapter 337, Acts of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session,
  1977;
               (2)  Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
               (3)  Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
               (4)  other law.
         (b)  The boundaries of the district form a closure. A
  mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative process or
  another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
               (1)  the district's organization, existence, or
  validity;
               (2)  the district's right to issue bonds or to pay the
  principal of and interest on the bonds;
               (3)  the district's right to impose a tax; or
               (4)  the legality or operation of the district or the
  board.
         (c)  The board may redefine the boundaries of the district to
  correct any mistake in the field notes appearing in Section 1,
  Chapter 337, Acts of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977.  
  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 2; New.)
  SUBCHAPTER B.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
         Sec. 11007.051.  COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a)  The
  district is governed by a board of seven elected directors, each of
  whom occupies a numbered place on the board.
         (b)  Directors serve staggered terms.
         (c)  Director elections must be held in the manner provided
  in the Water Code for municipal utility districts.  (Acts 65th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.052.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE.  To be eligible
  to be elected or to serve as a director, a person must be a resident,
  qualified voter of the district.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337,
  Sec. 4(b).)
         Sec. 11007.053.  BOARD RESOLUTIONS; VOTING REQUIREMENTS.
  (a)  The district shall act through orders or resolutions adopted by
  the board.
         (b)  All directors are entitled to vote.
         (c)  The affirmative vote of a majority of the directors in
  attendance, but not fewer than four directors, is necessary to
  adopt an order or resolution. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec.
  4(g).)
         Sec. 11007.054.  OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a)  The board
  shall elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
         (b)  The board shall elect the president and vice president
  from among the directors.
         (c)  The president serves for a one-year term.
         (d)  The offices of secretary and treasurer:
               (1)  may be held by one person; and
               (2)  are not required to be held by a director.
         (e)  The board may appoint one or more assistant officers who
  are not required to be directors.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337,
  Sec. 4(f) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.055.  OFFICER DUTIES. (a)  The board president
  shall preside at board meetings and perform other duties prescribed
  by the board.
         (b)  The board vice president shall perform the duties of the
  president when the president is not present or is otherwise
  incapacitated.
         (c)  The board secretary is the official custodian of the
  minutes, books, records, and seal of the board and shall perform
  other duties and functions prescribed by the board.
         (d)  The board treasurer shall perform duties and functions
  prescribed by the board.
         (e)  An assistant officer shall perform duties and functions
  prescribed by the board.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 4(f)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11007.056.  MEETINGS. The board shall have regular
  meetings at times specified by board resolution or bylaws and shall
  have special meetings when called by the board president or by any
  three directors. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 4(h).)
  SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
         Sec. 11007.101.  DISTRICT POWERS. The district may exercise
  any power necessary or appropriate to achieve the purposes of this
  chapter, including the power to:
               (1)  adopt an official seal;
               (2)  adopt and enforce:
                     (A)  bylaws and rules for the conduct of its
  affairs; and
                     (B)  rules that a municipal utility district may
  adopt and enforce under Section 54.205 et seq., Water Code;
               (3)  acquire, hold, use, invest, reinvest, and dispose
  of its receipts and money from any source;
               (4)  select a depository or depositories;
               (5)  acquire, own, rent, lease, accept, hold, or
  dispose of property or an interest in property, including a right or
  easement, by purchase, exchange, gift, assignment, condemnation,
  sale, lease, or other means, in performing a duty or exercising a
  power under this chapter;
               (6)  hold, manage, operate, or improve property;
               (7)  lease or rent any land, buildings, structures, or
  facilities from or to any person;
               (8)  sell, assign, lease, encumber, mortgage, or
  otherwise dispose of property or an interest in property, and
  release or relinquish a right, title, claim, lien, interest,
  easement, or demand, regardless of the manner in which acquired,
  and conduct a transaction authorized by this subdivision by public
  or private sale, notwithstanding any other law;
               (9)  in the manner and to the extent permitted by this
  chapter:
                     (A)  borrow money for a corporate purpose;
                     (B)  enter into an agreement in connection with
  the borrowing;
                     (C)  issue bonds for money borrowed;
                     (D)  provide for and secure the payment of the
  bonds; and
                     (E)  provide for the rights of the holders of the
  bonds;
               (10)  request and accept any appropriation, grant,
  allocation, subsidy, guaranty, aid, service, material, or gift from
  any public or private source, including the federal government, the
  state, a public agency, or a political subdivision;
               (11)  operate and maintain an office; and
               (12)  appoint and determine the duties, tenure,
  qualifications, and compensation of officers, employees, agents,
  and professional advisors and counselors considered necessary or
  advisable by the board, including financial consultants,
  accountants, attorneys, architects, engineers, appraisers, and
  financing experts.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 10 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.102.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING WATER. The
  district has all rights, powers, and privileges necessary or useful
  to enable it to acquire, provide, supply, deliver, and sell potable
  water inside or outside its boundaries for any beneficial purpose.
  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 6.)
         Sec. 11007.103.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING WASTE. The
  district has all rights, powers, and privileges necessary or useful
  to enable it to collect, transport, dispose of, and control
  domestic, industrial, or communal wastes, whether in fluid, solid,
  or composite state.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 7.)
         Sec. 11007.104.  GENERAL POWERS REGARDING GARBAGE
  COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL. The district has all rights, powers, and
  privileges necessary or useful to enable it to provide for garbage
  collection and disposal in all or part of the district on terms and
  at rates and charges the board considers just and reasonable to:
               (1)  preserve the water of rivers and streams in the
  district and this state; and
               (2)  aid in the preservation and conservation of the
  natural resources of the district and this state.  (Acts 65th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 8.)
         Sec. 11007.105.  GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS. (a)  The district
  may enter into and enforce a contract or agreement necessary or
  convenient to the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, and
  functions conferred on the district by this chapter or general law,
  including a contract or agreement with any person as the board
  considers necessary or proper for, or in connection with, any power
  or function of the district for:
               (1)  the purchase or sale of water;
               (2)  the collection, transportation, processing, or
  disposal of waste; or
               (3)  the construction, acquisition, ownership,
  financing, operation, maintenance, sale, leasing to or from, or
  other use or disposition of any facilities authorized to be
  developed, acquired, or constructed under this chapter or general
  law.
         (b)  The authority to enter into or enforce the contract or
  agreement includes the authority to enter into or enforce a
  contract or agreement regarding:
               (1)  any improvements, structures, facilities,
  equipment, and other property of any kind in connection with the
  subject of the contract or agreement;
               (2)  any land, leaseholds, and easements; and
               (3)  any interests in the property.
         (c)  The contract or agreement:
               (1)  may not have a term of more than 40 years; and
               (2)  may contain provisions the board determines to be
  in the best interest of the district.
         (d)  The district may pledge all or part of its revenue to the
  payment of its obligations under the contract or agreement to the
  same extent and on the same conditions as it may pledge revenue to
  secure district bonds. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 9(a).)
         Sec. 11007.106.  AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND POLITICAL
  SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT WITH DISTRICT. A public agency or
  political subdivision of this state, including a city, town, or
  village in the district, may enter into a contract or agreement with
  the district, on terms agreed to by the parties, for:
               (1)  the purchase or sale of water;
               (2)  waste collection, transportation, processing, or
  disposal; or
               (3)  any purpose relating to the district's powers or
  functions.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.107.  CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY TO DISTRICT.  A
  public agency or political subdivision of this state, including a
  city, town, or village in the district, may lease, sell, or
  otherwise convey to the district, for any consideration that the
  parties agree is adequate, any of its land, improvements, property,
  plants, lines, or other facilities related to:
               (1)  the supply of water; or
               (2)  waste collection, transportation, processing, or
  disposal. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.108.  ACQUISITION OF EXISTING FACILITIES. If the
  district acquires existing works, improvements, facilities,
  plants, equipment, or appliances that are completed, partially
  created, or under construction, the district may:
               (1)  assume the contracts and obligations of the
  previous owner; and
               (2)  perform the obligations of the previous owner in
  the same manner and to the same extent that any other purchaser or
  assignee would be bound.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec.
  9(c).)
         Sec. 11007.109.  EMINENT DOMAIN. (a)  To carry out a power
  conferred by this chapter, the district may exercise the power of
  eminent domain inside or outside the district to acquire the fee
  simple title to land, or any other interest in land as determined by
  the board, and other property and easements, necessary for water
  wells, water or sewer treatment plants, water or sewer lines,
  pumping stations and force mains, storage tanks, or other similar
  facilities.
         (b)  The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
  in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.  (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 11(a) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.110.  COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY;
  RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS.  (a)  If the district's exercise of its
  eminent domain, police, or other power requires relocating,
  raising, lowering, rerouting, or changing the grade of or altering
  the construction of any highway, railroad, electric, transmission,
  telegraph, or telephone line, conduit, pole, property, or facility
  or pipeline, the action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of
  the district.  The term "sole expense" means the actual cost of the
  lowering, rerouting, or change in grade or alteration of
  construction to provide a comparable replacement without enhancing
  the facility, after deducting from the cost the net salvage value
  derived from the old facility.
         (b)  The district has all necessary or useful rights-of-way
  and easements along, over, under, and across all public, state,
  municipal, and county roads, highways, and places for any of its
  purposes. The district shall restore a used facility to its
  previous condition as nearly as possible at the sole expense of the
  district. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Secs. 11(c), (d).)
  SUBCHAPTER D.  GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
         Sec. 11007.151.  IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX; PROHIBITION
  ON OTHER TAXES OR ASSESSMENTS. (a) The district may impose a tax,
  not to exceed 10 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable property in
  the district, for:
               (1)  maintenance purposes, including money for
  studying, planning, maintaining, repairing, and operating all
  necessary plants, works, facilities, improvements, appliances, and
  equipment of the district;
               (2)  paying costs of proper services, engineering, and
  legal fees; and
               (3)  organization and administrative expenses.
         (b)  The district may not impose a maintenance tax unless the
  tax is approved by a majority of the voters voting at an election
  held for that purpose.
         (c)  Except for the maintenance tax authorized by this
  section, the district may not under this chapter or any other law
  levy or collect a tax or assessment or create a debt payable from a
  tax or assessment.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Secs. 12(a), (b)
  (part), (c).)
         Sec. 11007.152.  ELECTION TO IMPOSE TAX. (a) The board may
  order an election to impose a maintenance tax.  The election order
  must specify:
               (1)  the time and place of the election;
               (2)  the maximum amount of tax to be authorized;
               (3)  the form of the ballot; and
               (4)  other matters the board considers necessary or
  advisable.
         (b)  Notice of the election must be given by publishing once
  a week for two consecutive weeks a substantial copy of the election
  order in a newspaper of general circulation in the district. The
  first publication must occur at least 14 days before the date of the
  election.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 12(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.153.  DEPOSITORY.  (a)  The board shall designate
  one or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as the
  depository for the district's money.
         (b)  All district money shall be deposited in the depository
  designated by the board, except that:
               (1)  bond proceeds and money pledged to pay bonds, to
  the extent provided in a resolution or trust indenture authorizing
  or securing district bonds, may be deposited with another bank or
  trustee named in the bond resolution or trust indenture; and
               (2)  money shall be remitted to each paying agent for
  the payment of principal of and interest on the bonds.
         (c)  To the extent that money in a depository bank or the
  trustee bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance
  Corporation, the money must be secured in the manner provided by law
  for the security of the county funds in this state. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 19 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.154.  INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY. The board
  may invest district money in obligations and make time deposits of
  district money in a manner determined by the board or in the manner
  permitted or required in a resolution or trust indenture
  authorizing or securing district bonds.  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
  337, Sec. 19 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.155.  DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
  AND ASSESSMENT. The district is not required to pay a tax or
  assessment on its facilities or any part of its facilities.  (Acts
  65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 22 (part).)
  SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
         Sec. 11007.201.  AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a)  The district
  may issue bonds payable from and secured by district revenue to
  carry out any power conferred by this chapter. The bonds must be
  authorized by a board resolution.
         (b)  The bonds must be issued in the manner and under the
  terms of the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Secs. 15(a) (part), (b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.202.  FORM OF BONDS. District bonds must be:
               (1)  issued in the district's name;
               (2)  signed by the president or vice president; and
               (3)  attested by the secretary. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S.,
  Ch. 337, Sec. 15(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.203.  MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
  later than 40 years after the date of their issuance. (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(b) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.204.  BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.
  (a)  District bonds may be secured by a pledge of all or part of the
  district's revenue, or by all or part of the payments or rentals
  under one or more contracts or leases specified by board resolution
  or a trust indenture securing the bonds.
         (b)  A resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds secured
  by a pledge of revenue of all or part of the district's facilities
  may provide that the district shall first pay the expenses of
  operating and maintaining all or part of the facilities as the board
  considers appropriate before paying the principal of and interest
  on the bonds.
         (c)  In a resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds
  secured by revenue, contract payments, or lease rentals, the
  district may reserve the right, under conditions specified by the
  resolution, to issue additional bonds that will be on a parity with,
  superior to, or subordinate to the bonds then being issued. (Acts
  65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(d).)
         Sec. 11007.205.  ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a)  District bonds
  may be additionally secured, at the discretion of the board, by a
  deed of trust or mortgage lien on all or part of the district's
  physical property, facilities, easements, water rights and
  appropriation permits, leases, contracts, and all rights
  appurtenant to the property, vesting in the trustee power to:
               (1)  sell the property for the payment of the debt;
               (2)  operate the property; and
               (3)  take other action to further secure the bonds.
         (b)  A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust lien, if
  one is given:
               (1)  is the absolute owner of the property, facilities,
  and rights purchased; and
               (2)  is entitled to maintain and operate the property,
  facilities, and rights. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 16
  (part).)
         Sec. 11007.206.  TRUST INDENTURE. District bonds authorized
  by this chapter, including refunding bonds, may be additionally
  secured by a trust indenture. The trustee may be a bank with trust
  powers that is located inside or outside the state.  (Acts 65th
  Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 16 (part).)
         Sec. 11007.207.  CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES. If district
  bonds payable wholly from revenue are issued, the board shall set
  and from time to time revise the rates, fees, and charges assessed
  for water sold and waste collection and treatment services provided
  by the district. The rates, fees, and charges must be sufficient
  to:
               (1)  pay the expense of operating and maintaining the
  district facilities that generate the revenue from which the bonds
  will be paid;
               (2)  pay the principal of and interest on the bonds when
  due; and
               (3)  maintain the reserve fund and other funds as
  provided in the resolution authorizing the bonds.  (Acts 65th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(e) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.208.  STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
  OF BONDHOLDERS. Without depriving this state of its power to
  regulate and control the rates, fees, and charges assessed for
  water sold and waste collection and treatment services provided by
  the district, the state pledges to and agrees with the holders of
  district bonds that the state will not exercise its power to
  regulate and control the rates, fees, and charges in any way that
  would impair the rights or remedies of the holders of the bonds.
  (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(e) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.209.  USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a)  The district may
  set aside an amount of proceeds from the sale of district bonds for:
               (1)  the payment of interest expected to accrue during
  construction not to exceed three years;
               (2)  a debt service reserve fund; and
               (3)  other funds as may be provided in the resolution
  authorizing the bonds or in the trust indenture.
         (b)  The district may use proceeds from the sale of the bonds
  to pay any expense necessarily incurred in accomplishing the
  purpose of the district, including any expense of issuing and
  selling the bonds. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(f).)
         Sec. 11007.210.  APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER. (a)  On default or
  threatened default in the payment of the principal of or interest on
  district bonds that are payable wholly or partly from revenue, a
  court may, on petition of the holders of at least 25 percent of the
  district's outstanding revenue bonds, appoint a receiver for the
  district.
         (b)  The receiver may collect and receive all district
  revenue, other than taxes, employ and discharge district agents and
  employees, and take charge of money on hand, other than money
  received from taxes, unless commingled, and/or hindrance by the
  board.
         (c)  The receiver may be authorized to sell or contract for
  the sale of water or the collection or treatment of waste or to
  renew contracts, with the approval of the court that appointed the
  receiver.
         (d)  The court may vest the receiver with any other power or
  duty the court finds necessary to protect the bondholders. (Acts
  65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(g) (part).)
         Sec. 11007.211.  REFUNDING BONDS. (a)  The district may
  issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding district bonds and
  interest on those bonds.
         (b)  Refunding bonds may:
               (1)  be issued to refund bonds of more than one series;
               (2)  combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
  the security of the refunding bonds; or
               (3)  be secured by a pledge of other or additional
  revenue or mortgage liens.
         (c)  The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
  issuance of other bonds, their security, and the remedies of the
  holders apply to refunding bonds.
         (d)  The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
  the surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (e)  Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
  district, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
  refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
  the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
  refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
  issued in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest
  and any required redemption premium on the bonds to be refunded to
  or through any redemption date or through or on their maturity date,
  and the comptroller shall register the refunding bonds without the
  surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
         (f)  An election is not required to authorize the issuance of
  refunding bonds.
         (g)  The district may also issue refunding bonds under any
  other applicable law. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 17.)
         Sec. 11007.212.  OTHER REMEDIES AND COVENANTS. The
  resolution authorizing the issuance of district bonds, including
  refunding bonds, or the trust indenture securing the bonds, may
  provide other remedies and covenants the board considers necessary
  to issue the bonds on the most favorable terms. (Acts 65th Leg.,
  R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(h).)
         Sec. 11007.213.  LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS. The
  resolution authorizing the bonds or the trust indenture securing
  the bonds may limit or qualify the rights of the holders of less
  than all of the outstanding bonds payable from the same source to
  institute or prosecute litigation affecting the district's
  property or income. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 15(g)
  (part).)
         Sec. 11007.214.  BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A district
  bond, the transfer of the bond, and the income from the bond,
  including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from
  taxation in this state. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 337, Sec. 22
  (part).)
  ARTICLE 2. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS
         SECTION 2.01.  Section 1, Chapter 145, Acts of the 41st
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1929, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  Cameron County Drainage District Number One of
  Cameron County, Texas, including within its limits the territory
  described and defined in that certain order of the Commissioners'
  Court of Cameron County, Texas, passed and adopted by said Court on
  the 22nd day of January, A. D. 1920, recorded in Book "J," pages 536
  to 540, Minutes of the Commissioners' Court of said County, same
  including within its limits the territory described and defined in
  said order, the metes and bounds of which said territory is as
  follows, to-wit:
         Being all of the Territory situated and lying in Cameron
  County Texas and bounded on the North by the Cautes Resaca, on the
  West by the East line of Share No. 1, a subdivision of the Espiritu
  Santo Grant.
         On the South by the Resaca de la Guerra, and the Resaca Rancho
  Viejo. On the East between Resaca Rancho Viejo and Resaca de la
  Guerra, by the East line of Partition Share 29 and between Resaca
  Rancho Viejo and Cuates Resaca by the East line of Partition Share
  No. 32 and being more fully described by metes and Bounds as
  follows:
         Beginning at a point on the East line of Partition Share No. 1
  a subdivision of the Espiritu Santo Grant, and at the N. W. corner
  of a 440 acre survey being Partition Share No. 4, a subdivision of
  said Espiritu Santo Grant, and running Thence N. 8°00' E. with the
  East line of Partition Share No. 1, a distance of 50231 feet to a
  stake on the North Bank of the Resaca de los Cuates for N. W. Corner;
  Thence down said Cuates Resaca and the North Bank thereof to a point
  at the intersection of said North Bank with the West line of
  Partition Share 32, a subdivision of the Espiritu Santo Grant.
  Thence East to the East line of said Share No. 32, and on West line
  of Laguna Vista tract; thence in a southerly direction with the West
  line of Laguna Vista tract, Santa Isabel Tract, and San Martin
  tract, a distance of 66800 feet to a point which is 9484 feet from a
  stone and concrete monument on the estero near the river and being,
  a corner of the San Martin Grant as called for in its patent; Thence
  West to Resaca Rancho Viejo; Thence up Resaca Rancho Viejo with its
  meanders to the East line of Partition Share No. 29, a subdivision
  of Espiritu Santo Grant; Thence in a southerly direction with the
  East line of Share No. 29, a distance of 13212 feet to the North bank
  of Resaca de la Guerra; Thence up the North bank of Resaca de la
  Guerra with its various meanders, to the West line of Partition
  Share No. 17, a subdivision of the Espiritu Santo Grant; Thence in a
  northerly direction with said West line of Share No. 17 to the place
  of beginning, containing 81136 acres[; is hereby created and
  established as a Conservation District in said county under
  authority of Section 59 of Article 16 of the Constitution of the
  State of Texas, for the purpose of the reclamation and drainage of
  its seeped, salty, waterlogged and over flowed lands, and other
  lands needing drainage, and all other purposes as contemplated by
  section 59 of Article 16 of the Constitution of this State, and said
  district shall be a governmental agency and body politic with all
  powers as are granted to such conservation districts in the
  Constitution and in the General Laws of the State of Texas].
         SECTION 2.02.  Section 1, Chapter 533, Acts of the 57th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1961, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Section
  59 of Article XVI, Constitution of Texas, a conservation and
  reclamation district is hereby created and incorporated in Liberty
  County, Texas, to be known as "Hull Fresh Water Supply District,"
  hereafter referred to as the "District," and the] boundaries of the
  Hull Fresh Water Supply District [said District] shall be as
  follows:
         BEGINNING at the NE corner of the Chas. Underton Survey,
  A-391, Liberty County, Texas, which point of beginning is also the
  SE corner of the C. F. Stevens Survey, A-920, and is in the West line
  of the A. Melonson Survey No. 194, A-701;
         THENCE following the East line of said Stevens Survey in a
  Northerly direction to the NE corner of said Stevens Survey, A-920,
  the same being the NW corner of the aforesaid A. Melonson Survey No.
  194, A-701;
         THENCE in an Easterly direction following the North line of
  said A. Melonson Survey No. 194 to the SE corner of the Humble
  Pipeline Co. 40.25 acre tract of land;
         THENCE in a Northerly direction following the East line of
  said Humble Pipeline Co. 40.25 acre tract, and the Northerly
  prolongation of said East line to a point in the North right-of-way
  line of the Missouri Pacific RR;
         THENCE in a Westerly direction following said North
  right-of-way line of said RR to the SE corner of the Magnolia
  Pipeline Co. 39.08 acre tract;
         THENCE in a Northerly direction following the East line of
  said 39.08 acre tract to the NE corner of same;
         THENCE in a Westerly direction following the North line of
  said 39.08 acre tract and the Westerly prolongation of same to the
  SE corner of the Leo Fregia 4 acre tract of land;
         THENCE following the East line of said Fregia 4 acre tract in
  a Northerly direction to the NE corner of said tract;
         THENCE following the North line of said Leo Fregia 4 acre
  tract in a Westerly direction to the NW corner of same, said corner
  being the most Easterly SE corner of the J. L. Deckert tract of land
  situated in the H. T. C. Survey No. 193, A-239;
         THENCE following the East line of said J. L. Deckert tract in
  a Northerly direction to the NE corner of same, said corner being in
  the North line of said H. T. C. Survey No. 193;
         THENCE following the North line of said H. T. C. Survey No.
  193 in an Easterly direction to a point in line with the Southerly
  prolongation of the East line of the H. Taylor 4.5 acre tract of
  land in the Francis Smith Survey, A-346;
         THENCE in a Northerly direction along said Southerly
  prolongation of said East line of said H. Taylor 4.5 acre tract and
  continuing along said East line of said 4.5 acre tract and the
  Northerly prolongation of said East line to the center line of
  Batiste Creek;
         THENCE in a generally Northwesterly direction following the
  meanders of the center of Batiste Creek upstream to a point in the
  West line of the J. W. Mecom 48 acre tract in the Francis Smith
  Survey, A-346;
         THENCE following the West line of said J. W. Mecom 48 acre
  tract in a Southerly direction to the SW corner of same, and the SE
  corner of another tract of land belonging to said J. W. Mecom and
  containing 73.33 acres;
         THENCE in a Westerly direction following the South line of
  said J. W. Mecom 73.33 acre tract and the Westerly prolongation of
  same to the NW corner of Garden Subdivision out of said Francis
  Smith Survey, A-346, according to a map or plat of said Subdivision,
  of record in Vol. 113, page 177, of the Deed Records of Liberty
  County, Texas;
         THENCE in a Southerly direction following the West line of
  said Garden Subdivision and the Southerly prolongation of said West
  line to a point 280 ft. South of the intersection of said Southerly
  prolongation of said West line with the South right-of-way line of
  F.M. Hwy. 834 based upon a right-of-way width of 80 ft.;
         THENCE in an Easterly direction at right angles to said
  Southerly prolongation of the West line of said Garden Subdivision
  to a point in the West line of the J. S. Wheless and Thos. J. Baten
  15 acre tract;
         THENCE in a Southerly direction following the West line of
  said Wheless and Baten 15 acre tract to the SW corner of said tract,
  the same being a point in the North line of the Jewell Vaughn 14.33
  acre tract;
         THENCE in a Westerly direction following the North line of
  said Vaughn 14.33 acre tract to the NW corner of said tract;
         THENCE in a Southerly direction following the West line of
  said Jewell Vaughn 14.33 acre tract and the Southerly prolongation
  of said West line to the SW corner of the T. D. Richardson, et al., 8
  acre tract, which SW corner of said tract is in the North line of the
  C. F. Stevens Survey 194, A-767;
         THENCE in a Westerly direction following the North line of
  said Stevens Survey to the NW corner of said Survey, the same being
  a point in the East line of the William Smith Survey, A-342;
         THENCE following the East line of said William Smith Survey,
  A-342, in a Southerly direction a distance of 2,000 ft.;
         THENCE in an Easterly direction at right angles to the East
  line of said William Smith Survey, A-342, following a straight line
  to the West line of the J. P. Richardson 75.88 acre tract;
         THENCE following the West line of said J. P. Richardson 75.88
  acre tract in a Southerly direction to the North line of the Chas.
  Underton Survey, A-391;
         THENCE following the North line of said Chas. Underton
  Survey, A-391, in an Easterly direction to the NE corner of said
  Underton Survey the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 1,076 acres of
  land, more or less.
         SECTION 2.03.  Section 1, Chapter 20, Acts of the 57th
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962, is amended to read as
  follows:
         Sec. 1.  [Authority Created. Pursuant to, and as expressly
  authorized by Section 59, Article XVI of the Constitution of the
  State of Texas, and in addition to all other districts into which
  the State has been divided heretofore, there is hereby created a
  conservation and reclamation district to be known as "Memorial
  Villages Water Authority" (hereinafter referred to as the
  Authority), which shall be recognized to be a governmental agency,
  a body politic and corporate, and a political subdivision of this
  State.]  The area of the Memorial Villages Water Authority 
  [Authority] shall consist of the following:
  All land which on the effective date of this Act is located
  within the corporate limits of the City of Hedwig Village,
  Texas, located in the Isaac Bunker A-121 and A. H. Osbourne
  A-610 surveys, in Harris County, Texas; and all land which on
  the effective date of this Act is located within the
  corporate limits of the City of Piney Point Village, Texas
  located in the Bunker and Osbourne surveys and in the John D.
  Taylor survey A-72, except that certain area of 0.19 square
  miles annexed by Ordinance No. 19 passed and approved by the
  City Council of the City of Piney Point Village, Texas, on
  October 13, 1955, and delineated in METES AND BOUNDS OF PINEY
  POINT VILLAGE AND ANNEXED AREA recorded in Volume 3604, Page
  708 of the Deed Records of Harris County, Texas, and in Volume
  58, Page 41 of the Map Records of Harris County, Texas; and
  all land which on the effective date of the Act is located
  within the corporate limits of the City of Hunter's Creek
  Village, Texas, north of Buffalo Bayou except that portion
  thereof known as Creekside Manor subdivision in the said
  Taylor, Osbourne and R. Vince A-77 surveys, all of such land
  being situated in Harris County, Texas.
         SECTION 2.04.  Section 1, Chapter 38, Acts of the 57th
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962, is amended to read as
  follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Section
  59 of Article XVI, Constitution of Texas, a conservation and
  reclamation district is hereby created and incorporated in Bee
  County, Texas, to be known as "Pettus Municipal Utility District,"
  hereinafter referred to as the "District," and the] boundaries of
  the Pettus Municipal Utility District [said District] shall be as
  follows:
         Beginning at the Southeast corner of the Town of Pettus, Bee
  County, Texas, according to plat filed in Vol. K, Page 517, Deed
  Records, Bee County, Texas, in the George A. Kerr Survey, Abstract
  209;
         Thence N. 18° 10' W. with the eastern boundary line of said
  Town of Pettus a distance of 2,560 feet to the Northeast corner of
  said Town of Pettus;
         Thence S. 71° 50' W. along the northern boundary line of said
  Town of Pettus a distance of 103.9 feet;
         Thence N. 60° 26' W. a distance of 40.3 feet;
         Thence N. 71° 50' E. a distance of 214 feet;
         Thence Northeasterly along the northern right-of-way line of
  F. M. Highway No. 623, rotating 24° 53' 53" about a radial center
  with radius of 449.26 feet, an arc distance of 195.23 feet, to a
  point on said northern right-of-way line of said Highway No. 623;
         Thence N. 48° 14' E. along said Northern right-of-way line of
  said Highway No. 623 a distance of 50.66 feet to a corner of that
  certain tract of land conveyed by George A. Ray, Jr. to the Pettus
  Independent School District by Deed recorded in Volume 218, Page
  292, Bee County records;
         Thence N. 05° 20' W. with the eastern boundary of said tract of
  land conveyed by George A. Ray, Jr. to said School District a
  distance of 298.08 feet for a corner;
         Thence S. 84° 17' W. a distance of 1,114.1 feet to a point for
  corner;
         Thence N. 60° 26' W. a distance of 480.8 feet;
         Thence S. 52° 40' W. a distance of 477.5 feet to the most
  easterly eastern boundary line of the Danaho Refinery tract,
  described in Deed of Trust Records, Volume 64, Page 424, Bee County
  records;
         Thence N. 18° 10' W. with said most easterly eastern boundary
  line of the said Danaho Refinery tract a distance of 1,819.5 feet to
  the Northeast corner of said Danaho Refinery tract;
         Thence S. 71° 50' W. with the northern boundary line of said
  Danaho Refinery tract, at 734 feet pass a 3/4 inch iron pipe set in
  the eastern right-of-way line of the T & NO (S. P.) railroad
  property, and continuing on the same course along the westerly
  projection of said Northern boundary line of the said Danaho
  Refinery tract a distance of approximately 2250 feet to a point in
  the centerline of Medio Creek;
         Thence down the centerline of said Medio Creek with its
  meanders in a generally southerly direction to a point in said
  centerline from whence the Northeast corner of the Denver C.
  Roberts 32.08 acre tract (description recorded in Deed Volume 184,
  Page 302) bears S. 58° 14' W. at approximately 580 feet;
         Thence S. 58° 14' W., at approximately 580 feet pass a one inch
  iron pipe set at said Northeast corner of said Roberts 32.08 acre
  tract, a total distance of 2,369 feet, more or less, to the
  Northwest corner of said Roberts 32.08 acre tract;
         Thence S. 70° 14' W. with the northern boundary line of the
  Fred Hoffer 11.25 acre tract, the northern boundary line of the
  Mineral Heights Subdivision, and continuing on the same course a
  total distance of approximately 4,480 feet to the western boundary
  line of said George A. Kerr Survey, Abstract 209;
         Thence S. 20° E. with said western boundary line of said Kerr
  Survey a distance of approximately 943.5 feet to a point, said point
  being S. 20° E. 150 feet from the intersection of said western
  boundary line of said Kerr Survey and the southern right-of way line
  of F. M. Highway No. 623;
         Thence N. 70° 14' E. along a line parallel to and 150 feet at
  right angles southerly from said southern right-of-way line of
  F. M. Highway No. 623 a distance of approximately 6,880 feet, and
  continuing in a generally easterly direction along the tangents and
  curves of said line parallel to and 150 feet at right angles
  southerly from such southern right-of-way line of said F. M.
  Highway 623 to a point in the centerline of said Medio Creek;
         Thence in a generally southerly and westerly direction down
  the centerline of said Medio Creek with its meanders a distance of
  approximately 1,310 feet to its intersection with a line projected
  800 feet westerly at right angles from the northerly projection of
  the western right-of-way line of U. S. Highway No. 181, and from
  such intersection a point in the centerline of said T. & NO Railroad
  bears N. 71° 50' E. at 970 feet;
         Thence in a generally southerly direction along the tangents
  and curves of a line parallel to and 800 feet westerly at right
  angles from said northerly projection and said western right-of-way
  line of said highway a distance of approximately 2,650 feet to a
  point from whence the southeast corner of the George A. Ray, Jr.
  75.64 acre tract bears S. 79° 20' E. at 843.8 feet and from whence a
  point in said western right-of-way line of U. S. Highway No. 181
  bears S. 86° 53' E. at 800 feet;
         Thence S. 86° 53' E. a distance of 689 feet to the point of
  intersection of the centerlines of two small creeks from whence a 1
  1/4 inch iron pipe set at the southeast corner of said George A.
  Ray, Jr. 75.64 acre tract bears S. 49° 55' E. at 184.5 feet;
         Thence in a generally easterly direction up the centerline of
  that one of the said two small creeks which runs approximately S.
  86° 53' E., with its meanders, under U. S. Highway No. 181 and the T &
  NO Railroad and continuing up said creek to a point in its
  centerline from whence a point in the eastern right-of-way line of
  said T & NO Railroad bears N. 86° 53' W. at 800 feet and from whence
  said Southeast corner of said Ray 75.64 acre tract bears S. 86° 54'
  W. at 1,028 feet;
         Thence in a generally northeasterly direction along the
  tangents and curves of a line parallel to and 800 feet easterly at
  right angles from the eastern right-of-way line of said T & NO
  Railroad a distance of approximately 3,000 feet to a point in the
  centerline of a small creek;
         Thence up the centerline of said small creek with its
  meanders in a generally northeasterly direction a distance of
  approximately 940 feet to a point in the southern boundary line of
  the Town of Pettus from whence the Southeast corner of said Town of
  Pettus bears N. 71° 50' E. at approximately 700 feet;
         Thence N. 71° 50' E along said southern boundary line of the
  Town of Pettus a distance of approximately 700 feet to the Southeast
  corner of the Town of Pettus, the place of beginning, containing 600
  acres more or less, in Bee County, Texas.
         Beginning at the Southeast corner of the Town of Pettus, Bee
  County, Texas, according to plat filed in Vol. K, Page 517, Deed
  Records, Bee County, Texas, in the George A. Kerr Survey, Abstract
  209;
         Thence N. 18° 10' W. with the eastern boundary line of said
  Town of Pettus a distance of 2,560 feet to the Northeast corner of
  said Town of Pettus;
         Thence S. 71° 50' W. along the northern boundary line of said
  Town of Pettus a distance of 103.9 feet;
         Thence N. 60° 26' W. a distance of 40.3 feet;
         Thence N. 71° 50' E. a distance of 214 feet;
         Thence Northeasterly along the northern right-of-way line of
  F. M Highway No. 623, rotating 24° 53' 53" about a radial center with
  radius of 449.26 feet, an arc distance of 195.23 feet, to a point on
  said northern right-of-way line of said Highway No. 623;
         Thence N. 48° 14' E. along said Northern right-of-way line of
  said Highway No. 623 a distance of 50.66 feet to a corner of that
  certain tract of land conveyed by George A. Ray, Jr. to the Pettus
  Independent School District by Deed recorded in Volume 218, Page
  292, Bee County records;
         Thence N. 05° 20' W. with the eastern boundary of said tract of
  land conveyed by George A. Ray, Jr. to said School District a
  distance of 298.08 feet for a corner;
         Thence S. 84° 17' W. a distance of 1,114.1 feet to a point for
  corner;
         Thence N. 60° 26' W. a distance of 480.8 feet;
         Thence S. 52° 40' W. a distance of 477.5 feet to the most
  easterly eastern boundary line of the Danaho Refinery tract,
  described in Deed of Trust Records, Volume 64, Page 424, Bee County
  records;
         Thence N. 18° 10' W. with said most easterly eastern boundary
  line of the said Danaho Refinery tract a distance of 1,819.5 feet to
  the Northeast corner of said Danaho Refinery tract;
         Thence S. 71° 50' W. with the northern boundary line of said
  Danaho Refinery tract, at 734 feet pass a 3/4 inch iron pipe set in
  the eastern right-of-way line of the T & NO (S. P.) railroad
  property, and continuing on the same course along the westerly
  projection of said Northern boundary line of the said Danaho
  Refinery tract a distance of approximately 2250 feet to a point in
  the centerline of Medio Creek;
         Thence down the centerline of said Medio Creek with its
  meanders in a generally southerly direction to a point in said
  centerline from whence the Northeast corner of the Denver C.
  Roberts 32.08 acre tract (description recorded in Deed Volume 184,
  Page 302) bears S. 58° 14' W. at approximately 580 feet;
         Thence S. 58° 14' W., at approximately 580 feet pass a one inch
  iron pipe set at said Northeast corner of said Roberts 32.08 acre
  tract, a total distance of 2,369 feet, more or less, to the
  Northwest corner of said Roberts 32.08 acre tract;
         Thence S. 70° 14' W. with the northern boundary line of the
  Fred Hoffer 11.25 acre tract, the northern boundary line of the
  Mineral Heights Subdivision, and continuing on the same course a
  total distance of approximately 4,480 feet to the western boundary
  line of said George A. Kerr Survey, Abstract 209;
         Thence S. 20° E. with said western boundary line of said Kerr
  Survey a distance of approximately 943.5 feet to a point, said point
  being S. 20° E. 150 feet from the intersection of said western
  boundary line of said Kerr Survey and the southern right-of-way
  line of F. M. Highway No. 623;
         Thence N. 70° 14' E. along a line parallel to and 150 feet at
  right angles southerly from said southern right-of-way line of
  F. M. Highway No. 623 a distance of approximately 6,880 feet, and
  continuing in a generally easterly direction along the tangents and
  curves of said line parallel to and 150 feet at right angles
  southerly from such southern right-of-way line of said F. M.
  Highway 623 to a point in the centerline of said Medio Creek;
         Thence in a generally southerly and westerly direction down
  the centerline of said Medio Creek with its meanders a distance of
  approximately 1,310 feet to its intersection with a line projected
  800 feet westerly at right angles from the northerly projection of
  the western right-of-way line of U. S. Highway No. 181, and from
  such intersection a point in the centerline of said T. & NO Railroad
  bears N. 71° 50' E. at 970 feet;
         Thence in a generally southerly direction along the tangents
  and curves of a line parallel to and 800 feet westerly at right
  angles from said northerly projection and said western right-of-way
  line of said highway a distance of approximately 2,650 feet to a
  point from whence the southeast corner of the George A. Ray, Jr.
  75.64 acre tract bears S. 79° 20' E. at 843.8 feet and from whence a
  point in said western right-of-way line of U. S. Highway No. 181
  bears S. 86° 53' E. at 800 feet;
         Thence S. 86° 53' E. a distance of 689 feet to the point of
  intersection of the centerlines of two small creeks from whence a 1
  1/4 inch iron pipe set at the southeast corner of said George A.
  Ray, Jr. 75.64 acre tract bears S. 49° 55' E. at 184.5 feet;
         Thence in a generally easterly direction up the centerline of
  that one of the said two small creeks which runs approximately S.
  86° 53' E., with its meanders, under U. S. Highway No. 181 and the T &
  NO Railroad and continuing up said creek to a point in its
  centerline from whence a point in the eastern right-of-way line of
  said T & NO Railroad bears N. 86° 53' W. at 800 feet and from whence
  said Southeast corner of said Ray 75.64 acre tract bears S. 86° 54'
  W. at 1,028 feet;
         Thence in a generally northeasterly direction along the
  tangents and curves of a line parallel to and 800 feet easterly at
  right angles from the eastern right-of-way line of said T & NO
  Railroad a distance of approximately 3,000 feet to a point in the
  centerline of a small creek;
         Thence up the centerline of said small creek with its
  meanders in a generally northeasterly direction a distance of
  approximately 940 feet to a point in the southern boundary line of
  the Town of Pettus from whence the Southeast corner of said Town of
  Pettus bears N. 71° 50' E. at approximately 700 feet;
         Thence N. 71° 50' E along said southern boundary line of the
  Town of Pettus a distance of approximately 700 feet to the Southeast
  corner of the Town of Pettus, the place of beginning, containing 600
  acres more or less, in Bee County, Texas.
         SECTION 2.05.  Section 1, Chapter 4, Acts of the 58th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1963, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Section
  59 of Article XVI, Constitution of Texas, a Conservation and
  Reclamation District is hereby created and incorporated in Willacy
  County, Texas, to be known as "Port Mansfield Public Utility
  District," hereinafter referred to as the "District," and the]
  boundaries of the Port Mansfield Public Utility District [said
  District] shall be as follows:
         STARTING with the U. S. Coastal and Geodetic Survey,
  permanent bench Sauz, which is located as latitude 26 degrees, 32
  minutes, 16.012 seconds, and longitude 97 degrees, 25 minutes,
  13.527 seconds;
         THENCE, at an azimuth 202 degrees, 32 minutes, for a distance
  of 351.4 feet to the point of beginning, said point being at the
  ordinary high tide line on the shoreline of Red Fish Bay and being
  the southeast corner of said District;
         THENCE, west (azimuth 270 degrees, 0 minutes) for a distance
  of 7,940 feet to a point, said point being the southwest corner of
  said District;
         THENCE, north (azimuth 0 degrees, 0 minutes) for a distance
  of 11,880 feet to a point, said point being the northwest corner of
  said District;
         THENCE, east (azimuth 90 degrees, 0 minutes) for a distance
  of 5,280 feet to the ordinary high tide line on the shore line of Red
  Fish Bay, said point being the northeast corner of said District;
         THENCE, generally southward, following said ordinary high
  tide line of Red Fish Bay to the southeast corner of said District
  and POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 1,760 acres of land, more or
  less, and being out of and a part of the San Juan de Carricitos Grant
  in Willacy County, Texas.
         SECTION 2.06.  Section 2, Chapter 29, Acts of the 55th
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1957, is amended to read as
  follows:
         Sec. 2.  [It is expressly determined and found that all of
  the territory included with the area of the district will be
  benefited by the works and projects which are to be accomplished by
  the Authority pursuant to the powers conferred by the provisions of
  Article XVI, Section 59, of the Constitution of Texas.]  The area of
  the Donahoe Creek Watershed Authority shall be all of that
  territory enclosed within the following metes and bounds
  description, to-wit:
         BEGINNING at a point in the center of Little River on the
  North line of the Juan J. Acosta Grant, in Milam County, Texas,
  where the west ROW line of Farm-Market Road No. 486 crosses said
  River;
         Thence about S 20 W with the West ROW line to its'
  intersection with the South ROW line of Farm-Market Road #487,
  which is also the North line of the San Gabriel River Water Control
  and Improvement District No. 1.
         Thence with the North line of said District as follows:
         Thence with the South ROW line of F-M Road No. 487 in a
  westerly direction, through the Communities of Sharp and Davilla to
  the point where said ROW line crosses the Milam, Bell Counties line.
         Thence S 20 W with the Milam and Bell County lines to their
  common corner on the North line of Williamson County.
         Thence N 65 W with the Bell and Williamson County lines to the
  point where said line crosses the North line of the M F
  DeGraffenreid Survey No. 107.
         Thence N 70 W with the North line of the M F DeGraffenreid
  Survey No. 107 to the N W corner of same.
         Thence S 20 W with the West line of said survey No. 107, and
  the East lines of the M F DeGraffenreid Surveys Nos. 109 and 110, to
  the S E corner of Survey No. 110.
         Thence N 70 W with the south line of Survey No. 110, to the N E
  corner of the M F DeGraffenreid Survey No. 111.
         Thence S 20 W with the East line of Survey No. 111, to the S E
  corner of Survey No. 111.
         Thence N 70 W with the South line of Survey No. 111, to the
  lower S W corner of Survey No. 111, on the East line of the J B
  Rogers Survey No. 9.
         Thence N 20 E with the east line of the J B Rogers Survey No. 9
  to the N E corner of same.
         Thence N 70 W with the North line of the J B Rogers Survey to N
  W corner of same.
         Thence S 20 W with the West line of the J B Rogers Survey to
  the S W corner of same, the S E corner of the I & G N Railroad Co.
  Survey No. 196.
         Thence N 70 W with the south line of the I & G N RR Co Surveys
  Nos. 196 and 195 to the S W corner of Survey No. 195.
         Thence N 19 W with the West line of Survey No. 195 to the N W
  corner, in the south line of the Willis Donahoe Survey.
         Thence N 70 W with the south lines of the Willis Donahoe and
  Edward Ryan surveys, to the lower S W corner of the Edward Ryan
  Survey, in the East line of the W A Jenkins Survey.
         Thence N 19 W with the Jenkins and Ryan Surveys, to the lower
  N W corner of the Ryan Survey, the S W corner of the J. J.
  Stubblefield Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the south line of the J J Stubblefield
  Survey to the S E corner of same.
         Thence N 19 W with the East line of the J J Stubblefield
  Survey to the N E corner of same.
         Thence southwesterly with the North line of the J J
  Stubblefield Survey, to the N W corner of same, the N E corner of the
  Herman Aiken Survey, an angle corner in the South line of the Wm
  Adams Survey.
         Thence S 71 W with the south line of the Wm Adams Survey to the
  S W corner of same, in the East line of the A A Lewis Survey.
         Thence N 19 W with the West line of the Wm Adams Survey and the
  East line of the A A Lewis Survey, to the point in the East line of
  the Lewis Survey where the South ROW line of F-M Road #487 crosses
  same.
         Thence Southwesterly across the A A Lewis and the Robert Lile
  Surveys, to the point where the F-M Road crosses the Lile West line.
         Thence here leaving the line of the San Gabriel District and
  following the West line of the Robert Lile Survey, N 19 W to the
  point where it intersects the East ROW line of US Highway #81.
         Thence Northeasterly with the ROW line of US Highway #81, to
  the point where said ROW line crosses the North line of the Lile
  Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the Robert Lile Survey North line to the N E
  corner of said Lile Survey, at or near the N W corner of the Wm B
  McClellan Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the North line of the McClellan Survey,
  crossing the Williamson-Bell County line, to the N E corner of the
  McClellan Survey.
         Thence S 19 E with the East line of the McClellan Survey to
  the N W corner of the Samuel Wolfenbarger Survey.
         Thence with the North lines of the Wolfenbarger and the Jesse
  B Holman Survey, N 71 E to the N E corner of the Holman Survey to the
  N W corner of the Josiah Chalk Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the North line of the Josiah Chalk Survey
  and the North line of the H. Barney Survey, Abstract No. 1064, and
  the South line of the Rueben Plummer Survey, to the S E corner of the
  Plummer Survey and the N E corner of the H. Barney Survey.
         Thence S 19 E with the upper East line of the H. Barney
  Survey, to an Ell corner of the Barney Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the lower North line of the Barney Survey,
  to the Eastmost N E corner, at the N W corner of the Amos Pollard
  Survey, Abstract #667, and at the S W corner of the Henry Barney
  Survey, Abst. #950.
         Thence S 70 E with the South line of the Henry Barney Survey
  to the S E corner of the Survey.
         Thence N 20 E with the East line of the Henry Barney Survey to
  the N W corner of the John L. Christoph Survey.
         Thence S 70 E with the North line of the Christoph Survey to
  the point where (about 0.6 miles distant) a County road crosses the
  survey line.
         Thence in a Northerly direction about 0.5 miles, with the
  road and crossing a part of the M F DeGraffenreid Survey, Abstract
  No. 275, to the S W corner of the John Laise Survey, Abst. #515, also
  an Ell corner of the DeGraffenreid Survey.
         Thence N 71 E with the South line of the Laise Survey and the
  line of the DeGraffenreid Survey, to the point where another County
  road intersects said lines, about the upper N W corner of the
  DeGraffenreid Survey.
         Thence in an E SE direction with the County road, along or
  near the North line of this DeGraffenreid Survey and the North line
  of another M F DeGraffenreid Survey, Abstract No. 274, to a bend in
  the road.
         Thence S 20 W with the road, about 0.4 miles to a fork in the
  road.
         Thence S 70 E with the road, about 0.6 miles to another bend
  in the road, on or near the East line of the DeGraffenreid Survey,
  in the West line of the Joseph Branham Survey, Abstract No. 123.
         Thence N 20 E with the road and survey lines, about 0.1 miles
  to another bend in the road.
         Thence S 70 E about 0.6 miles and with the road to a bend.
         Thence N 20 E about 0.1 miles with the road, to another bend.
         Thence S 70 E about 1.0 miles to a crossroad.
         Thence S 20 W about 0.1 miles to a crossroad.
         Thence S 70 E at about 0.6 miles cross the East line of the J.
  Branham Survey and the West line of the William Newland Survey, in
  all about 0.9 miles to a bend.
         Thence N 20 E with the road about 0.6 miles to a bend.
         Thence S 70 E with the road about 0.1 miles to the East ROW
  line of the M K & T Railroad running between Bartlett and Holland,
  Texas.
         Thence Northerly with the ROW line cross the Newland Survey,
  and across the Lucian Barney Survey, to the point where said ROW
  line crosses the North line of the Barney Survey and the South line
  of the James B. Wills Survey.
         Thence S 70 E with the South line of the J. B. Wills and the
  George Allen Surveys, to the S E corner of the George Allen Survey.
         Thence N 20 E with the East lines of the George Allen and the
  J D Sholl Surveys, to the point where the center of F-M Road running
  from just South of Holland through Vilas, crosses the East line of
  the Sholl Survey.
         Thence with the center of said road, in an easterly
  direction, passing through Vilas, to the East line of Bell County,
  the West line of Milam County, Texas.
         Thence N 20 E with the County lines, to the point where said
  line is crossed by Little River.
         Thence in an Easterly and Southeasterly direction with the
  River after about 6 miles a fork in the River bed, follow the new
  channel, after about 6 miles more the new channel rejoins the old
  channel, continue with old channel about 1 mile more to the POINT OF
  BEGINNING.
         SECTION 2.07.  Section 1, Chapter 398, Acts of the 51st
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1949, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The Duval County Conservation and Reclamation
  District consists [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Article
  16, Section 59, of the Constitution of Texas, there is hereby
  created within the State of Texas, in addition to the districts into
  which the state has heretofore been divided, a conservation and
  reclamation district to be known as the Duval County Conservation
  and Reclamation District, hereinafter sometimes referred to as the
  "District," and consisting] of that part of the State of Texas which
  is included within the boundaries of Duval County, exclusive of
  that part of Duval County comprising the Freer Water Control and
  Improvement District, of Duval County, and including that part of
  Jim Wells County within the corporate limits of the City of San
  Diego, Texas.
         SECTION 2.08.  Section 1, Chapter 613, Acts of the 59th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Section
  59 of Article XVI, Constitution of Texas, a conservation and
  reclamation district is hereby created and incorporated in
  Galveston County, Texas, to be known as "Flamingo Isles Municipal
  Utility District of Galveston County, Texas," hereinafter referred
  to as the "District," and the] boundaries of the Flamingo Isles
  Municipal Utility District of Galveston County, Texas, [said
  District] shall be as follows:
         All that certain tract of land situated wholly within
  Galveston County, Texas, and being a part of the James Spillman
  League, Abstract #175, part of the Arthur Burke Survey, Abstract
  #25, part of the J. Butler Survey #16, Abstract #194, part of the J.
  Butler Survey #18, Abstract #196, all of the J. Butler Survey #17,
  Abstract #195 and all of the R. M. Brackenridge Survey, Abstract No.
  38, the boundaries of the herein described tract being more fully
  described as follows, to wit:
         BEGINNING at a point where the Westerly line of said James
  Spillman League intersects the Southerly line of that certain tract
  of land conveyed to the G. C. & S. F. Railroad by deed of record in
  Vol. 387, Page 117, in said County Clerk's office;
         THENCE, in an Easterly direction along the Southerly line of
  said G. C. & S. F. property to its most Southerly corner;
         THENCE, in a Northerly direction along its most Easterly line
  to the Southerly line of the G. C. & S. F. Railroad right of way;
         THENCE, in an Easterly direction along the Southerly line of
  said right of way to the most Northerly corner of a subdivision
  known as West Galveston, out of said James Spillman League, map of
  said Subdivision being of record in Vol. 92, Page 470, in said
  County Clerk's office;
         THENCE, in a general Southerly direction along the Westerly
  line of said Subdivision to its West corner;
         THENCE, in a Southeasterly direction along the Southerly line
  of said Subdivision passing the shore line of Galveston Bay and
  continuing on same course to the intersection with the
  Southeasterly line of said James Spillman League;
         THENCE, in a general Southwesterly direction along the
  Southeast line of said League to the most Easterly corner of said R.
  M. Brackenridge Survey;
         THENCE, in a general Southwesterly direction along the
  Southeasterly line of said Brackenridge Survey to its most
  Southerly corner;
         THENCE, in a Westerly direction along the most Southerly line
  of said Brackenridge Survey to its most Westerly corner;
         THENCE, in a general Northerly direction along the Westerly
  line of said Brackenridge Survey, same being the Easterly line of
  the L. T. Yowell Survey, Abstract 216, to the most Northerly corner
  of said Brackenridge Survey, same being the most Easterly corner of
  said Yowell Survey and on the Southerly line of said Spillman
  League;
         THENCE, in a general Westerly direction along the Southerly
  line of said Spillman League, same being the Northerly line of said
  Yowell Survey to the Southwesterly corner of said Spillman League,
  same being the Northwest corner of said Yowell Survey and on the
  Easterly line of the J. Butler Survey #17, same being on the
  Easterly line of a tract of land conveyed to John W. Mecom by deed of
  record in Vol. 1537, Page 521, in said County Clerk's office;
         THENCE, in a general Southerly direction along the Easterly
  line of said J. Butler Survey #17 to its Southeast corner, same
  being the Northeast corner of the Maco Stewart Survey Abstract
  #666;
         THENCE, in a general Westerly direction along the Southerly
  line of the J. Butler Survey #17 and the J. Butler Survey #18 and
  along the Northerly line of said Maco Stewart Survey to the
  Southwesterly corner of the J. Butler Survey #18 same being the
  Southeasterly corner of the Wm. Rhodes Survey, Abstract 171, same
  being the Southwesterly corner of the aforesaid John W. Mecom
  Tract;
         THENCE, in a general Northerly direction along the West line
  of said J. Butler Survey #18 same being the Easterly line of said
  Wm. Rhodes Survey to a re-entrant corner of said John W. Mecom
  Tract;
         THENCE, in an Easterly direction along said Mecom Tract to
  another re-entrant corner in the J. Butler Survey #18;
         THENCE, in a general Northerly direction along the Westerly
  line of said Mecom Tract passing the Northerly line of the J. Butler
  Survey #18 same being the Southerly line of the J. Butler Survey #16
  and continuing along the Westerly line of said Mecom Tract to the
  Southerly line of the Thomas Toby Survey, Abstract #193 same being
  another re-entrant corner in said John W. Mecom Tract;
         THENCE, in a general Easterly direction along the Southerly
  line of said Toby Survey to its Southeast corner same being another
  re-entrant corner of said Mecom Tract;
         THENCE, in a Northerly direction along the Easterly line of
  said Thomas Toby Survey and along a Westerly line of the J. Butler
  Survey #16 to the Southwesterly corner of the Arthur Burke Survey,
  Abstract #26 same being the most Northerly corner of said Mecom
  Tract;
         THENCE, in a general Easterly direction along the Southerly
  line of said Arthur Burke Survey, Abstract #26 and along the
  Northerly line of said Butler Survey #16 same being a Northerly line
  of said Mecom Tract to the Southeast corner of said Arthur Burke
  Survey, Abstract #25 being another re-entrant corner of said Mecom
  Tract and a re-entrant of said J. Butler Survey #16;
         THENCE, in a Southerly direction along the Westerly line of
  said Arthur Burke Survey, Abstract #25 and along a line in the J.
  Butler Survey #16 to the Southwest corner of said Arthur Burke
  Survey, Abstract #25 same being a re-entrant corner in said Mecom
  Tract and also a reentrant corner of the J. Butler Survey #16;
         THENCE, in a general Easterly direction along the Southerly
  line of said Arthur Burke Survey, Abstract #25 and along the
  Northerly line of said J. Butler Survey #16 same being along the
  most Southerly Northerly line of said Mecom Tract to the Northeast
  corner of said J. Butler Survey #16 same being the Southeasterly
  corner of said Arthur Burke Survey, Abstract #25, and being the
  Northeast corner of aforementioned Mecom Tract and on the Westerly
  line of the James Spillman League;
         THENCE, in a general Northerly direction along the West line
  of said James Spillman League and the Easterly line of the Arthur
  Burke Survey, Abstract #25 to the place of beginning.
         SECTION 2.09.  Section 2, Chapter 268, Acts of the 53rd
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1953, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 2.  The [District shall be situated in Wise County,
  Texas, and the] boundaries of the Wise County Water Supply District 
  [thereof] shall be as follows:
         BEGINNING At a point in the original South Boundary Line of
  said City of Decatur, Texas, which point is 1 mile South of the
  center of the Public Square in Decatur, Texas, an iron pipe about 2
  feet long, about 6 inches above the ground, a mesquite tree bears
  North 50 1/2° West 82';
         THENCE East with the original South line of the City Limits of
  Decatur, Texas to the East Boundary Line of the Samuel Perrin
  Survey, Abstract No. 684, and the West Boundary Line of the A. J.
  Walker Survey, Abst. No. 860;
         THENCE South 1° 31' West of the West Boundary Line of said
  Walker Survey and East Boundary Line of said Perrin Survey to the
  Northeast Right of Way Line of U.S. Highway 81-287 as now located;
         THENCE Southeasterly with said Right of Way to the South
  Boundary Line of said A. J. Walker Survey;
         THENCE West with the South Boundary Line of said A. J. Walker
  Survey to its intersection with the East Right of Way Line of State
  Highway F.M. 730 as now located;
         THENCE Southerly with the East Right of Way Line of said
  Highway F.M. 730 to its intersection with the East Boundary Line of
  the A. G. Harris Survey, Abstract No. 375;
         THENCE South with the East Boundary Line of said A. G. Harris
  Survey to the South Boundary Line of same, being the South Boundary
  Line of the Valley View Acres Subdivision according to the recorded
  plat thereof;
         THENCE West with the South Boundary Line of said Valley View
  Acres Subdivision and said A. G. Harris Survey, to the Southwest
  corner of said Subdivision, in the center of a creek;
         THENCE with the meanderings of said creek as follows:
         North 6° 7' West 87.3 feet;
         North 46° 55' East 189 feet;
         North 53° 55' East 230.4 feet;
         South 88° 44' East 176.3 feet;
         North 63° 42' East 187.1 feet;
         North 62° East 182 feet;
         THENCE South 38° 58' East 69.5 feet to a corner;
         THENCE South 81° 04' East 30' to a 2" iron stake in old fence
  line;
         THENCE North 34° 04' West 151.2 feet to a stake on the bank of
  a creek;
         THENCE North 13° 19' East 53 feet to a stake on the bank of a
  creek;
         THENCE North 50° 55' East 275 feet to the North corner of a
  1.88 acre tract in said Harris Survey in the West Right of Way Line
  of State Highway F M 730;
         THENCE North with said Right of Way Line 64' to the Southeast
  corner of a 1 acre tract conveyed to E. H. McDaniel by deed recorded
  in Volume 208, Page 256, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE West with the South Line of said 1 acre tract 100' to
  its Southwest corner, a stake in the East Bank of a creek;
         THENCE Northeasterly with the meanderings of said creek to
  the North Boundary Line of said 1 acre tract;
         THENCE East 49' to the Northeast corner of said 1 acre tract,
  in the West Right of Way Line of State Highway F M 730;
         THENCE Northerly with the West Right of Way Line of said State
  Highway F M 730 to its intersection with the South Boundary Line of
  the A. J. Walker Survey, Abstract No. 860;
         THENCE West with the South Boundary Line of said Walker
  Survey to its Southwest corner, being the Southeast corner of the
  Samuel Perrin Survey, Abstract No. 684;
         THENCE North 1° 31' East with the East Boundary Line of said
  Perrin Survey and West Boundary Line of said Walker Survey to the
  Southwest Right of Way Line of said U. S. Highway 81-287;
         THENCE Northwesterly with said Right of Way to its
  intersection with the original South City Limits Line of said City
  of Decatur;
         THENCE West with the original South City Limits Line of said
  City of Decatur to the East Right of Way Line of State Highway FM 51,
  as now located;
         THENCE Southwesterly with said Right of Way Line to its
  intersection with the North Boundary Line of a 310 acre tract out of
  the Samuel Isaacs Survey Abst. No. 454, conveyed to Wise County,
  Texas by deed of record in Volume 6, Page 4, of the Deed Records of
  Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE East with the North Boundary Line of said 310 acre
  tract to its Northeast corner, being the Northeast corner of said
  Isaacs Survey;
         THENCE South 1645 varas with the East Line of said 310 acre
  tract to its Southeast corner;
         THENCE West with the South Line of said 310 acre tract 1066
  varas to its Southwest corner, a stake from which a B. J. bears
  North 10° West 7 1/2 varas;
         THENCE North with the East Boundary Line of said 310 acre
  tract to the Southwest corner of a 76 acre tract in said Isaacs
  Survey conveyed to G. R. Lipsey, Sr., by deed of record in Volume
  214, Page 566, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE North 85° East, 42 varas to a corner in the West Right
  of Way Line of said State Highway FM 51;
         THENCE Northeasterly with the West Right of Way Line of said
  State Highway F M 51 to its intersection with the original South
  City Limits Line of said City of Decatur;
         THENCE West with said original South City Limits Line to the
  original Southwest corner of said City of Decatur;
         THENCE North with the original West City Limits Line of the
  City of Decatur to its intersection with the South Line of a 100
  acre tract in the D. Moses Survey, Abstract No. 537 described in
  deed to Coke L. Gage recorded in Volume 204, Page 244, of the Deed
  Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE West with the South Line of said Coke L. Gage 100 acre
  tract 747 varas to its Southwest corner;
         THENCE North 950 varas to the Northwest corner of said 100
  acre tract in the South Right of Way Line of said State Highway No.
  24;
         THENCE West with the South Right of Way Line of said State
  Highway No. 24 to a point due South of the most Easterly Southwest
  corner of an 84 acre tract in the J. H. Moore Survey, Abstract No.
  538, described as FIRST TRACT in deed to C. L. Gage recorded in
  Volume 208, Page 354, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE North crossing said State Highway No. 24, continuing
  with the most Easterly West Line of said 84 acre tract to an inward
  corner of same, said point being 225 varas North of the North Right
  of Way Line of said Highway;
         THENCE West 150 varas to the most Westerly Southwest corner
  of said 84 acre tract;
         THENCE North 682 varas to the Northwest corner of the said 84
  acre tract;
         THENCE East with the North Line of said 84 acre tract and
  continuing East along the North Line of a 72 acre tract described as
  SECOND TRACT in Deed to C. L. Gage recorded in Volume 208, Page 354,
  Deed Records of Wise County, Texas, to the Northeast corner of said
  72 acre tract on the West boundary line of the G. M. Vigil Survey,
  Abst. No. 857;
         THENCE South with the West Boundary Line of said G. M. Vigil
  Survey to the Northwest corner of a 29.5 acre tract in said survey,
  described as THIRD TRACT in deed to C. L. Gage recorded in Volume
  208, Page 354, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas, a corner in
  center of a branch;
         THENCE Easterly with the meanderings of said branch to the
  Northeast corner of said 29.5 acre tract, in the West Boundary Line
  of the J. B. Williams Survey, Abst. No. 880;
         THENCE Easterly continuing with the meanderings of said
  branch to the Northeast corner of a 15.5 acre tract described as the
  FOURTH TRACT in deed to C. L. Gage, recorded in Volume 208, Page
  354, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas, being a point in the West
  Boundary Line of a 40 acre tract in said J. B. Williams Survey
  conveyed to J. H. Valcik by deed of record in Volume 170, Page 142,
  Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE North 40.0 varas to the Northwest corner of said J. H.
  Valcik 40 acre tract;
         THENCE East 171.47 varas to the Most Westerly Northeast
  corner of said 40 acre tract;
         THENCE South at 100 varas a branch at 133.2 varas an inward
  corner in said 40 acre tract;
         THENCE South 76° 39' East 254.52 varas to the Most Easterly
  Northeast corner of said 40 acre tract;
         THENCE South 217.6 varas to the Northwest corner of a 7 acre
  tract in said J. B. Williams Survey conveyed to T. F. Cook by deed of
  record in Volume 224, Page 419, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE East with the North Line of said 7 acre tract and the
  North Line of a 2.5 acre tract in said Williams Survey conveyed to
  J. Sherman by deed of record in Vo. 242, Page 431, Deed Records of
  Wise County, Texas, a total distance of 239 varas to the Northeast
  corner of said 2.5 acre;
         THENCE North to the Northwest corner of a 9 acre tract in said
  J. B. Williams Survey conveyed to L. P. Cole by deed of record in
  Volume 208, Page 596, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE East with the North Line of said 9 acre tract a
  distance of about 3 feet to the Original West City Limits Line of
  the City of Decatur;
         THENCE North with said Original West City Limits Line to the
  original Northwest corner of said City of Decatur, an iron pipe for
  corner, an elm tree bears South 75° West 30 1/2 feet;
         THENCE East with the original North City Limits Line of said
  City of Decatur, to its intersection with the center of the
  Decatur-Forestburg road, being now designated as State Highway FM
  730;
         THENCE Northerly with the center of said Highway to the
  Southwest corner of a 19.6 acre tract conveyed to J. N. Hinkle by
  deed of record in Volume 158, Page 317, Deed Records of Wise County,
  Texas;
         THENCE North 76° 39' East with South Line of said 19.6 acre
  tract 613.2 feet to a fence corner;
         THENCE North 2° 2' West 329.3 feet to a fence corner;
         THENCE South 79° 53' East 654.4 feet to a fence corner;
         THENCE North 12° 28' West 543.7 feet to the North line of a
  121.16 acre tract conveyed to the City of Decatur by deed of record
  in Volume 156, Page 24, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE North 300' to a fence corner;
         THENCE East 280' to a fence corner;
         THENCE North 14° 20' East 751.3 feet to a corner in the South
  Boundary Line of the J. M. Birdwell Survey, Abst. No. 68, being in
  the South Boundary Line of the 80 acre Decatur Golf Club tract;
         THENCE West with the South Boundary Line of said J. M.
  Birdwell Survey to its Southwest corner;
         THENCE North 475 varas to the Northwest corner of said
  Decatur Golf Club 80 acre tract;
         THENCE East 950 varas to the Northeast corner of said Decatur
  Golf Club tract, in the East Boundary Line of said J. M. Birdwell
  Survey;
         THENCE South with the East Boundary Line of said J. M.
  Birdwell Survey 475 varas to its Southeast corner;
         THENCE West with the South Boundary Line of said J. M.
  Birdwell Survey, to the most Northerly Northeast corner of the
  Decatur Municipal Airport;
         THENCE South 1028' with the East Boundary Line of said
  Decatur Airport tract to an inward corner of same;
         THENCE East 364.2 feet to the Northeast corner of a 121.16
  acre tract conveyed to the City of Decatur by deed of record in
  Volume 156, Page 24, Deed Records of Wise County, Texas;
         THENCE South 1597.2 feet to the North Boundary Line of the R.
  J. Lindley Survey, Abst. No. 1201, and the South Boundary Line of
  the J. M. Birdwell Survey, Abst. No. 67;
         THENCE East 18' to the center of the Decatur Cemetery Road;
         THENCE With the center of said road South 33° West 450' to a
  corner;
         THENCE West 333.3 feet to a fence corner;
         THENCE South 133.3 feet with fence line to the Northeast
  corner of the N. H. Munger Survey, Abst. No. 581;
         THENCE West with the North Boundary Line of said N. H. Munger
  Survey to its intersection of the East Right of Way Line of State
  Highway FM 730;
         THENCE South with said Right of Way Line to the original North
  City Limits Line of said City of Decatur;
         THENCE East with said original North City Limits Line to the
  original Northeast corner of said City of Decatur;
         THENCE South with the original East City Limits Line of said
  City of Decatur 10560 feet to an iron pipe for the original
  Southeast corner of said City of Decatur, a railroad crossing sign
  bears South 7° West 247 feet;
         THENCE West with the original South City Limits Line of the
  City of Decatur to the place of beginning.
         [It is hereby found that all land thus included in said
  District will be benefited by the improvements to be acquired and
  constructed by said District.]
         SECTION 2.10.  Section 1, Chapter 198, Acts of the 53rd
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1953, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Article 16,
  Section 59 of the Constitution, a conservation and reclamation
  district is hereby created and incorporated in Medina County,
  Texas, to be known as Medina County Water Control and Improvement
  District No. 2, hereinafter sometimes referred to as the
  "District."]  The boundaries of the Medina County Water Control and
  Improvement District No. 2 [thereof] shall be as follows:
         BEGINNING at a point in the east line of Survey No. 438,
  Joseph McGinnis, which point is south 6276 feet from the northeast
  corner of said Survey No. 438;
         THENCE, West 1559 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, North 2670 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, West 1735 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, South 1476 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, West 1386 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, South 1122 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, West 812 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, South 45° west 1016 feet to a point in the south
  right-of-way line of the old Eagle Pass Road;
         THENCE, South 300 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, North 80° 30' east 770 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, South 2320.6 feet to a corner, the southwest corner
  of the District;
         THENCE, East 5620 feet to a corner, the extreme southeast
  corner of the District;
         THENCE, North 1690 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, East 370 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, North 450 feet to a reentrant corner;
         THENCE, East 1914 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, North 610 feet to a point in the north line of Survey
  No. 441, D. C. Burnett;
         THENCE, West 1120 feet with the north line of said Survey No.
  441, D. C. Burnett;
         THENCE, North 390 feet to a corner;
         THENCE, West 1333 feet to the point of beginning; containing
  approximately 608 acres.
         SECTION 2.11.  Section 1, Chapter 324, Acts of the 57th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1961, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The Rio Grande Palms Water District [Under and
  pursuant to the provisions of Article XVI, Section 59, of the
  Constitution, a conservation and reclamation district within
  Cameron County, Texas, is hereby created and incorporated, to be
  known as "Rio Grande Palms Water District," hereinafter sometimes
  referred to as the "District." Said District] is situated within
  the Espiritu Santo and San Pedro de Carricitos Grants of land in
  Cameron [said] County.  The boundaries thereof are as follows:
         BEGINNING at the Northeast corner of what is commonly known
  as Noriega Tract out of Share No. One, Espiritu Santo Grant, Cameron
  County, Texas, said corner being the intersection of the East line
  of the said Share No. One with the centerline of 80.0 feet Iowa
  Gardens County Road, for the Northeast corner of the tract herein
  described;
         THENCE, with the North line of said Noriega Tract and the said
  centerline of Iowa Gardens Road, N 80 deg 41 min 30 sec W 4037.9 feet
  to the Northwest corner of said Noriega Tract and the Northeast
  corner of Lot 1, Block 1, Barreda Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the centerline of said Iowa Gardens Road, along
  the North line of said Block 1, N 80 deg 44 min W 2811.1 feet to the
  Northwest corner of said Block 1 and the Northeast corner of Block
  2, Barreda Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the centerline of said Iowa Gardens Road, along
  the North line of said Block 2, N 80 deg 44 min W 3731.3 feet
  (recorded map shows 3735.3 feet) to the Northwest corner of said
  Block 2 and the Northeast corner of Block 3, Barreda Gardens
  Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the centerline of said Iowa Gardens Road, along
  the North line of said Block 3, N 80 deg 33 min W 5110.1 feet
  (recorded map call for 5113.2 feet) to the Northwest corner of Block
  3 and the Northeast corner of a 196.8 acre tract out of the Northern
  part of what is commonly called the Sams-Porter Tract in San Pedro
  de Carricitos Grant, Cameron County, Texas;
         THENCE, along the centerline of said Iowa Gardens Road, along
  the North line of the Sams-Porter Tract, N 80 deg 52 min W 2343.8
  feet to the Northwest corner of the said 196.8 acre tract, for the
  Northwest corner of this tract;
         THENCE, along the West line of said Sams-Porter Tract, along
  the West line of said 196.8 acre Tract, S 9 deg 41 min W 2711.5 feet
  to an intersection with the centerline of 100 ft. State Highway No.
  4 for a corner;
         THENCE, running 100 feet perpendicularly distance from and
  parallel to the centerline of the St. Louis, Brownsville and Mexico
  railroad with the centerline of 100 ft State Highway No. 4, S 45 deg
  30 min E 2045.8 feet to the beginning of a curve to the right having
  a radius of 5830.0 feet and a central angle of 10°-03 1/2' and whose
  chord is S 40° 28' 15" East 1022.1 ft.;
         THENCE, with said curve 1023.5 feet to the intersection with
  west line of Barreda Gardens Subdivision, same being the division
  line between the San Pedro de Carricitos and the Espiritu Santos
  Grants;
         THENCE, along the west line of the Barreda Gardens
  Subdivision, N 8 deg 10 min 30 sec E 73.3 feet to a point on the
  Northeast right of way of the 100 ft State Highway No. 4 for a
  corner;
         THENCE, along the Northeast right of way line of 100 ft. State
  Highway No. 4, S 35 deg 00 min E 3692.2 feet to the northwest corner
  of the Barreda Townsite;
         THENCE, along the northeast right of way line of 100 ft. State
  Highway No. 4, S 35 deg 00 min E 3833.2 feet to the beginning of a
  curve to the right with a central angle of 3 deg 05 min and a radius
  of 5879.5 feet and whose chord is S 33° 27' 30" East 316.3 feet;
         THENCE, with said curve a distance of 316.4 feet to end of
  said curve;
         THENCE, along the northeast right of way line of 100 ft State
  Highway No. 4, S 31 deg 55 min E 2123.8 feet to the Westernmost
  corner of Lot 35, Block 9, Barreda Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the Northeast right of way line of 100 ft State
  Highway No. 4, along the Southwest line of Lots 35, 37, 38, 39, 40,
  and 41, Block 9, Barreda Gardens Subdivision, S 31 deg 55 min E
  669.0 feet to a point for a corner, said point being N 31 deg 55 min
  W 45.0 feet from the Southernmost corner of Lot 41;
         THENCE, crossing State Highway No. 4 and said railroad, S 58
  deg 05 min W 200.0 ft. to a point on the southwest right of way line
  of said railroad, 50.0 feet perpendicularly from its centerline,
  said point being N 31 deg 55 min W 45.0 feet from the easternmost
  corner of Lot 52, Block 10, Barreda Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the northeast line of Lots 52 and 51, Block 10,
  N 31 deg 55 min W 155.0 feet to the northernmost corner of Lot 51;
         THENCE, along the line between Lots 51 and 50, S 58 deg 05 min
  W 217.8 feet;
         THENCE, S 31 deg 55 min E 800.0 feet to a point on the line
  between Lots 58 and 59, Block 10;
         THENCE, along the line between Lots 58 and 59, S 58 deg 05 min
  W 217.8 feet to the southernmost corner of Lot 58 and the
  westernmost corner of Lot 59;
         THENCE, along the northeast line of Lot 1, Block 10, N 31 deg
  55 min W 66.3 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 150 feet perpendicularly from the southeast and south
  lines of Lot 1, Block 10, S 58 deg 05 min W 673.2 feet and N 82 deg 30
  min W 342.7 feet to a point on the line between Lot 1 and Lot 38,
  Block 10;
         THENCE, along the line between Lot 1 and Lot 38, S 31 deg 55
  min E 135.9 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly north of and parallel to
  the south line of Lot 38, N 82 deg 30 min W 965.0 feet to a point for
  a corner;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly east of and parallel to the
  west line of Lot 38, N 7 deg 30 min E 45.0 feet to a point for a
  corner;
         THENCE, 90.0 feet perpendicularly north of and parallel to
  the south line of Lot 38, Block 10, Lots 16 and 15, Block 11, N 82
  deg 30 min W, at 45.0 feet the east line of Lot 16, a total distance
  of 1980.0 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly east of and parallel to the
  west line of Lot 15, N 7 deg 30 min E 615.0 feet to a point for a
  corner;
         THENCE, N 82 deg 30 min W 9.9 feet to a point on the line
  between Lots 15 and 7 to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, along the line between Lots 15 and 7, N 45 deg 27 min E
  101.4 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 125.0 feet perpendicularly north of and parallel to
  the south line of Lots 7, 8 and 9, Block 11, Barreda Gardens
  Subdivision, N 82 deg 30 min W, at 757.5 feet the west line of Lot 7,
  a total distance of 2077.5 feet to a point on the west line of Lot 9
  and the east line of Lot 10;
         THENCE, along the line between Lots 9 and 10, S 7 deg 30 min W
  80.0 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly north of and parallel to
  the south line of Lots 10 and 71, N 82 deg 30 min W 1066.5 feet to a
  point on the west line of Lot 71, Block 11, for a corner;
         THENCE, along the west line of Lot 71, S 24 deg 13 min W 47.0
  feet to the southwest corner of Lot 71 and the northwest corner of
  Lot 70;
         THENCE, along the west lines of Lot 70, S 37 deg 16 min W 460.8
  feet and S 8 deg 10 min 30 sec W 260.0 feet to the southwest corner
  of Lot 70 and the northwest corner of Lot 69;
         THENCE, along the West line of Barreda Gardens Subdivision, S
  8 deg 10 min 30 sec W, at 6600.4 the southwest corner of Block 11 and
  the northwest corner of Block 12 of said subdivision, at 14,520.8
  the southwest corner of Lot 42, Block 12 and the northwest corner of
  Lot 66, Block 12, a total distance of 16,368.5 feet to the southwest
  corner of Lot 66, Block 12;
         THENCE, along the south lines of Lot 66, and Lot 65C Block 12,
  S 21 deg 02 min E 196.7 feet, S 51 deg 00 min 30 sec E 152.0 feet and
  S 63 deg 25 min 30 sec E 349.0 feet to a point that is 100.0 feet from
  the centerline of the Main Canal on the north bank of the Resaca del
  Rancho Viejo;
         THENCE, crossing said resaca, 100.0 feet perpendicularly
  west of the centerline of the Main Canal flume, S 8 deg 03 min W
  132.9 feet to the northwest corner of Lot 8, Block 15, Barreda
  Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, along the west line of Lot 8, Block 15, 100.0 feet
  perpendicularly west of the centerline of the Main Canal, S 7 deg 57
  min 30 sec W 1496.4 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 8 and the
  northwest corner of Lot 9, Block 15;
         THENCE, along the west line of Lots 9, 10, 23 and 24, Block
  15, S 8 deg 10 min 06 sec W, 2435.2 feet to the westernmost corner of
  said Lot 24;
         THENCE, along the northeast right of way line of an abandoned
  railroad, along the southwest lines of Lot 24, Block 15, Lots 25, 3,
  4, 9, 8, 19, 20, 29, 28, and 35, Block 16 S 10 deg 44 min 31 sec E a
  distance of 6670.2 to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, S 79 deg 15 min 29 sec W, at 100.0 feet the east line
  of Lot 36, Block 16, and continuing 200.0 feet perpendicularly
  south of and parallel to the north line of Lot 36, a total distance
  of 866.0 feet to a point on the west line of Lot 36;
         THENCE, along the west line of Lot 36, S 10 deg 31 min 07 sec E
  209.2 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 36;
         THENCE, along the south line of Lot 36, and the south line of
  Lot 35, S 82 deg 30 min E at 814.0 feet the southeast corner of Lot
  36, at 920.5 feet the southwest corner of Lot 35, a total distance
  of 1154.7 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, in Santander Townsite, 100.0 ft. perpendicularly
  West of the centerline of Main Canal S 15 deg 27 min E 71.2 feet to
  the beginning of a curve to the left with a central angle of 15 deg
  12 min and a radius of 1532.5 feet and whose chord is S 23° 03' East
  405.4 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve, a distance of 406.5 feet
  to the end of said curve;
         THENCE, S 30 deg 39 min E, 100.0 feet perpendicularly from the
  centerline of Main Canal, a distance of 1216.8 feet to a point for a
  corner;
         THENCE, 100.0 feet perpendicularly west of the Main Canal
  siphon, S 9 deg 01 min E, at 17.8 feet the south line of Santander
  Townsite and the North line of the Cameron County Floodway, a total
  distance of 622.4 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, S 30 deg 10 min E, at 17.6 feet the Northwest corner
  of Lot 5, Block 18, Barreda Gardens Subdivision, along the east line
  of Lots 5, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17, Block 18, a total
  distance of 5784.0 feet to the beginning of a curve to the right
  with a central angle of 90 deg and a radius of 711.3 feet and whose
  chord is S 14° 50' west 1005.9 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve, along the east line of
  Lot 17 and the south line of Lot 18, a distance of 1117.3 feet to the
  end of said curve;
         THENCE, along the south line of Lot 18, S 59 deg 50 min W at
  996.6 feet the southwest corner of Lot 18, and the east line of the
  Military Highway, a total distance of 1079.1 feet to the west line
  of the Military Highway;
         THENCE, along the West line of the Military Highway, in a
  northerly direction along the arc of a curve to the right with a
  radius of 995.4 feet and whose chord is North 15° 18' 05" West 47.6
  feet, a distance of 47.6 feet to the northernmost corner of the
  Settling Basin tract as shown on the Barreda Gardens Subdivision;
         THENCE, S 52 deg 37 min W 816.6 feet, S 54 deg 17 min W 1046.8
  feet, S 31 deg 09 min E 1513.6 feet, S 39 deg 20 min 30 sec E 727.5
  feet and S 7 deg 36 min W 1228.5 feet to a point on the bank of the
  Rio Grande River;
         THENCE, along the bank of the Rio Grande, N 70 deg 43 min E, at
  224.2 feet the southwest corner of a 1.36 acre tract, at 504.5 feet
  the south corner of Lot 28, Block 18, a total distance of 692.6 feet
  and N 65 deg 23 min E 605.4 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, N 7 deg 28 min E 741.5 feet, N 87 deg 54 min E 548.0
  feet and N 8 deg 10 min E 124.8 feet to a point in the south line of
  Lot 23, Block 18, for a corner;
         THENCE, along the south line of Lots 23 and 24, Block 18, S 86
  deg 50 min 30 sec W 1495.8 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 24;
         THENCE, along the southwest lines of Lots 25, 26, and 27, N 39
  deg 20 min 30 sec W 800.0 feet, N 31 deg 09 min W 760.9 feet to the
  beginning of a curve to the right with a central angle of 87 deg 09
  min and a radius of 600.1 feet and whose chord is North 12 deg 25 min
  30 sec East 827.2 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve, along the west line of
  Lot 27, a distance of 912.8 feet to the end of said curve;
         THENCE, along the north line of Lot 27, N 56 deg 00 min E
  1042.0 feet to the northernmost corner of Lot 27 on the west line of
  the Military Highway;
         THENCE, along the west line of the Military Highway, in a
  northerly direction along an arc of a curve to the right with a
  radius of 995.4 feet and whose chord is north 28 deg 42 min 56 sec
  west 13.4 feet, a distance of 13.4 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, crossing the Military Highway, N 59 deg 50 min E, at
  80.1 feet the east line of the Military Highway and the westernmost
  corner of Lot 19, Block 18, a total distance of 1106.3 feet to the
  northernmost corner of Lot 19;
         THENCE, S 30 deg 10 min E 200.0 feet to a point that is the
  beginning of a curve to the left with a central angle of 90 deg and a
  radius of 1111.3 feet, and whose tangents are North 59 deg, 50 min
  East 1111.3 feet and North 30 deg 10 min W 1111.3 ft.;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve in a northeasterly and
  northerly direction, a distance of 1745.6 feet to the end of said
  curve;
         THENCE, 400.0 feet perpendicularly east of the east lines of
  Lots 17 and 16, N 30 deg 10 min W 514.5 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, N 82 deg 25 min 30 sec W 126.5 feet to a point for a
  corner;
         THENCE, 300.0 feet perpendicularly east of the east line of
  Lots 16, 15, 14, 13, 10, 9, 6 and 5, N 30 deg 10 min W, at approx 1200
  ft the south line of Lot 12, and then 100.0 feet perpendicularly
  east of the west line of Lots 12, 11, 8, 7, 4, Block 18, a total
  distance of 5171.0 feet to a point on the north line of Lot 4 and the
  south line of the Cameron County Floodway;
         THENCE, along the north line of Lot 4 and the south line of
  the floodway, S 60 deg 29 min W 93.2 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, crossing said floodway, 100 feet perpendicularly
  east of the siphon on the Main Canal, N 9 deg 01 min W, at 544.7 feet
  the south line of the Santander Townsite and the north line of said
  floodway, a total distance of 604.5 feet;
         THENCE, 100.0 feet perpendicularly east of the centerline of
  the Main Canal, in Santander, N 30 deg 39 min W a distance of 1255.0
  feet to the beginning of a curve to the right with a radius of 1332.5
  feet and a central angle of 14 deg 37 min and whose chord is North 23
  deg 20 min 30 sec west 339.0 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve, a distance of 339.9 feet
  to a point on the south line of Lot 35, Block 16, for a corner;
         THENCE along the south line of Lot 35, S 82 deg 30 min E 108.6
  feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 200.0 feet perpendicularly from the centerline of the
  main canal, N 15 deg 27 min W 403.3 feet to the beginning of a curve
  to the left with a central angle of 20 deg 03 min and a radius of
  518.4 feet and whose chord is north 25 deg 28 min 30 sec west 180.4
  feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve 200 feet from the
  centerline of the canal, a distance of 181.2 feet to the end of said
  curve;
         THENCE, N 35 deg 30 min W 219.4 feet to the beginning of a
  curve to the right with a central angle of 24 deg 45 min and a radius
  of 755.4 feet and whose chord is North 23 deg 07 min 30 sec west
  323.8 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve 200 feet from the
  centerline of the main canal, a distance of 326.4 feet to the end of
  said curve;
         THENCE, 300.0 feet perpendicularly east of the west line of
  Lots 28, 29, 20, 19, 8, 9, 4, 3, and 25, Block 16 and Lot 24, Block
  15, N 10 deg 44 min 31 sec W, at 2462.6 feet the north line of Lot 19
  and the south line of Lot 8, at 5937.2 feet the north line of Lot 25,
  Block 16 and the south line of Lot 24, Block 15, a total distance of
  6044.7 feet to the beginning of a curve to the right with a central
  angle of 18 deg 54 min 37 sec and a radius of 946 feet and whose
  chord is north 01 deg 17 min 13 sec west 310.8 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve a distance of 312.2 feet
  to the end of said curve;
         THENCE, 300.0 feet perpendicularly east of the west line of
  Lots 24, 23, 10 and 9, Block 15, N 08 deg 10 min 06 sec E a distance
  of 2231.0 feet to a point on the north line of Lot 9 and the south
  line of Lot 8;
         THENCE, 300.0 feet perpendicularly east of the west line of
  Lot 8, Block 15, N 7 deg 57 min 30 sec E 1394.6 feet to a point on the
  north line of Lot 8;
         THENCE, along the north line of Lot 8, N 79 deg 39 min W 89.7
  feet, and N 57 deg 02 min W 11.4 feet to a point that is 100.0 feet
  perpendicularly east of the centerline of the canal siphon;
         THENCE, 100.0 feet perpendicularly east of the centerline of
  the canal siphon, crossing the Resaca del Rancho Viejo, N 8 deg 03
  min E 170.8 feet to a point in the south line of Lot 65, Block 12, on
  the north bank of said resaca;
         THENCE, S 69 deg 11 min E 43.0 feet and S 77 deg 54 min 30 sec E
  8.0 feet to a point that is 150 feet from the centerline of the Main
  Canal;
         THENCE, N 8 deg 03 min E 85.0 feet to the beginning of a curve
  to the left with a central angle of 69 deg 24 min and a radius of
  250.0 feet and whose chord is north 26 deg 39 min west 284.6 feet;
         THENCE, with the arc of said curve, a distance of 302.8 feet
  to the end of said curve;
         THENCE, continuing 150 feet from the centerline of the canal,
  N 61 deg 21 min W 365.5 feet to an angle point;
         THENCE, continuing 150 feet from the centerline of the canal,
  N 8 deg 09 min E, at 1818.5 feet the North line of Lot 66 and the
  south line of Lot 42, Block 12, a total distance of 11,592.2 feet to
  an angle point in Lot 63, Block 11;
         THENCE, continuing 150 feet from the centerline of said
  canal, N 7 deg 24 min 30 sec E 2108.9 feet to the north line of Lot 64
  and the south line of Lot 66, Block 11;
         THENCE, along the north line of Lot 64 and the south line of
  Lot 66, N 82 deg 30 min W 50.0 feet to a point that is 100 feet from
  the centerline of said canal;
         THENCE, 100 feet from the centerline of said canal, N 7 deg 24
  min 30 sec E 2640.0 feet to a point in the north line of Lot 69 and
  the south line of Lot 70, Block 11, said point being S 82 deg 30 min
  E 184.3 feet from the northwest corner of Lot 69 and the southwest
  corner of Lot 70;
         THENCE, along the north line of Lot 69 and the south line of
  Lot 70, S 82 deg 30 min E 115.7 feet, said point being 300.0 feet
  from the northwest corner of Lot 69 and the southwest corner of Lot
  70;
         THENCE, 300.0 feet perpendicularly east of the west line of
  Lot 70, N 8 deg 10 min 30 sec E 178.6 feet and N 37 deg 16 min E 399.1
  feet to a point that is 135.0 feet perpendicularly south of the
  north line of Lot 70;
         THENCE, 135.0 feet perpendicularly south of and parallel to
  the north line of Lots 70 and 11, S 82 deg 30 min E 811.7 feet to a
  point on the east line of Lot 11 and the west line of Lot 12;
         THENCE, on the line between Lot 11 and Lot 12, N 7 deg 30 min E
  90.0 feet to a point for a corner;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly south of and parallel to
  the north line of Lots 12, 13 and 14, S 82 deg 30 min E 1935.0 feet to
  a point;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly west of the east line of
  Lot 14, S 7 deg 30 min W 615.0 feet to a point on the south line of
  Lot 14 and the north line of Lot 19;
         THENCE, along the south line of Lots 14, 15, and 16, S 82 deg
  30 min E 1980.0 feet to a point;
         THENCE, 45.0 feet perpendicularly west of the east line of
  Lot 17, S 7 deg 30 min W 45.0 feet;
         THENCE, S 82 deg 30 min E 45.0 feet to a point on the east line
  of Lot 17, Block 11 and the west line of Lot 2, Block 10;
         THENCE, along the line between said Lot 17 and Lot 2, S 7 deg
  30 min W 105.0 feet;
         THENCE, 150.0 feet perpendicularly south of and parallel to
  the north line of Lot 2 and the northwest line of Lot 3, S 82 deg 30
  min E 1373.7 feet and N 58 deg 05 min E 780.6 feet to a point in the
  northeast line of Lot 3;
         THENCE, along the northeast line of Lot 3, S 31 deg 55 min E
  16.3 feet to a point;
         THENCE, 50.0 feet perpendicularly southeast of and parallel
  to the northwest line of Lot 61, Block 10, N 58 deg 05 min E 435.6
  feet to a point on the northeast line of Lot 61, said point being on
  the southwest right of way line of the St. Louis, Brownsville and
  Mexico Railroad (50.0 feet from its centerline);
         THENCE, along the said southwest right of way line, along the
  northeast line of Lots 61 to 53, incl. N 31 deg 55 min W 805.0 feet
  to a point, said point being S 31 deg 55 min E 45.0 feet from the
  northernmost corner of Lot 53, Block 10;
         THENCE, crossing the railroad right of way and State Highway
  No. 4 right of way, N 58 deg 05 min E 200.0 feet to a point on the
  southwest line of Lot 42, Block 9, said point being S 31 deg 55 min E
  45.0 feet from the westernmost corner of Lot 42;
         THENCE, along the southwest line of Lots 42 to 80, incl. Block
  9 along the northeast right of way line of 100 ft State Highway No.
  4, S 31 deg 55 min E 4268.5 feet to the east line of the Barreda
  Gardens Subdivision, said point being on the west line of the Brooks
  Tract;
         THENCE, along the northeast right of way line of 100 ft State
  Highway No. 4, S 31 deg 54 min E 1805.6 feet to the beginning of a
  curve to the left with a central angle of 10 deg 57 min and a radius
  of 5544.8 feet and whose tangents are S 31 deg 54 min east 531.5
  feet, and south 42 deg 51 min east 531.5 feet;
         THENCE, along the arc of said curve a distance of 1059.5 feet;
         THENCE, N 47 deg 57 min E 6170.4 feet to a point on the east
  line of Share one, Espiritu Santo Grant, and the east line of the
  previously mentioned Noriega Tract;
         THENCE, along the East line of Share No. One and the east line
  of the Noriega Tract, N 7 deg 32 min E 12,739.8 feet to the place of
  beginning, containing 4880 acres, more or less.
         [If there is any error or omission in the description of the
  boundaries of said District, as set forth in Section 1 of this Act,
  the Commissioners Court of Cameron County, Texas, is hereby
  authorized and directed to redefine said boundaries and correct the
  error or supply the omission.]
         SECTION 2.12.  Section 1, Chapter 520, Acts of the 59th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Section
  59, Article XVI, Constitution of the State of Texas, a conservation
  and reclamation district is hereby created and incorporated in
  Galveston County, Texas, to be known as "San Leon Municipal Utility
  District of Galveston County, Texas," hereinafter referred to as
  the "District," and the] boundaries of the San Leon Municipal
  Utility District of Galveston County, Texas, [said District] shall
  be as follows:
         Said District shall be composed of two separate tracts of
  land situated entirely within Galveston County, Texas, and
  described by metes and bounds as follows:
         Tract No. 1
         BEGINNING at the point of intersection of the southerly shore
  line of Galveston Bay with the northeasterly projection of the
  southeasterly line of the J. Rogers Survey, Abstract No. 168,
  Galveston County, Texas;
         THENCE in a southwesterly direction following said
  southeasterly line of said Rogers Survey, being also the
  northwestern line of the Amos Edwards League, Abstract No. 10, and
  being also the northwestern line of San Leon Farm Home Tracts as
  shown by the map thereof recorded in Volume 238, page 25, Deed
  Records of Galveston County, to a point for corner, being the
  intersection of said survey line with the easterly line of Lot 2,
  Block No. 25-A of San Leon Farm Home Tracts;
         THENCE in a southerly direction following the easterly line
  of Lot No. 2 and Lot No. 7 in said Block No. 25-A, and continuing in
  the same direction across Ave. H and along the easterly line of Lot
  No. 2 and Lot No. 7 in Block No. 26 and continuing in the same
  direction across San Leon Road and along the easterly line of Lot
  No. 2 in Block No. 41 to a point for corner, said point being the
  northwesterly corner of Lot No. 4 in said Block No. 41;
         THENCE in an easterly direction with the northerly line of
  said Lot. No. 4 to a point for corner, being the northeasterly
  corner of said Lot No. 4;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  Block No. 41 and continuing in the same direction across Ave. L and
  along the easterly line of Block No. 44 to a point for corner, being
  the southeasterly corner of Lot No. 3 in said Block No. 44;
         THENCE in an easterly direction across 29th St. (F. M. No.
  517) and continuing in the same direction along the northerly line
  of Lot No. 1 in Block No. 45 to a point for corner, being the
  northeasterly corner of said Lot No. 1;
         THENCE in a northerly direction with the westerly line of Lot
  No. 3 in Block No. 45 to a point for corner, being the northwesterly
  corner of said Lot No. 3;
         THENCE in an easterly direction with the northerly line of
  said Lot. No. 3 to the northeasterly corner of said Lot No. 3;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  said Lot No. 3 to a point for corner, being the southeasterly corner
  of said Lot No. 3;
         THENCE in an easterly direction with the northerly line of
  Lot No. 5 in said Block No. 45 and continuing in the same direction
  across 28th St. and along the northerly line of Lots Nos. 8, 7, 6 and
  5 in Block No. 46 to a point for corner on the easterly line of said
  Block No. 46;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  said Block No. 46 and continuing in the same direction across Ave. N
  to a point for corner, being the northeasterly corner of Block No.
  56;
         THENCE in an easterly direction across 27th St. and along the
  northerly line of Block No. 55 and continuing in the same direction
  across 26th St. along the northerly line of Block No. 54 to a point
  for corner, being the northeasterly corner of Lot No. 1 in said
  Block No. 54;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of Lot
  No. 1 in Block No. 54 to a point for corner, being the southeasterly
  corner of said Lot No. 1;
         THENCE in an easterly direction with the northerly line of
  Lot No. 7 and Lot No. 6 in said Block No. 54 to a point for corner,
  being the southwesterly corner of Lot No. 4 in said Block No. 54;
         THENCE in a northerly direction with the westerly line of
  said Lot No. 4, in Block No. 54 to a point for corner in the
  northerly line of said Block No. 54;
         THENCE in an easterly direction with the northerly line of
  said Block No. 54 to a point for corner, being the northeasterly
  corner of said Block No. 54;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  Block No. 54 and continuing in the same direction across Ave. P and
  along the easterly line of Block No. 68 and continuing in the same
  direction across Ave. Q to a point for corner, being the
  northeasterly corner of Block No. 71;
         THENCE in an easterly direction across 25th St. and following
  the northerly line of Block No. 70 and the easterly projection
  thereof to a point on the shore line of Dickinson Bay;
         THENCE in a generally easterly direction along the shore line
  of Dickinson Bay to its intersection with the western shore line of
  Galveston Bay at April Fool Point;
         THENCE in a generally northerly direction along the western
  shore line of Galveston Bay to Eagle Point;
         THENCE in a generally westerly direction along the southern
  shore line of Galveston Bay to its intersection with the
  northeasterly projection of the southeasterly line of the J. Rogers
  Survey, Abstract No. 168, the place of beginning, and containing
  3,200 acres of land, more or less.
         BEGINNING at a point on the westerly shore line of Dickinson
  Bay in Galveston County, Texas, said point being designated as
  Point "A" in the description of the present boundary line of the
  City of Texas City, Texas, said point also being in the easterly
  line of a parkway opposite Block No. 70 of San Leon Farm Home Tracts
  as shown by the map thereof recorded in Volume 238, page 25, Deed
  Records of Galveston County, and being also the most southerly
  corner of a 1.054 acre tract of land described in deed dated October
  10, 1960, from E. W. Barnett, Trustee, to Houston Lighting & Power
  Company;
         THENCE from said Point "A" in a northwesterly direction to a
  point located in Lot No. 3 in Block No. 67 of said San Leon Farm Home
  Tracts, said point being located 75 feet east and 65.5 feet south
  from the northwesterly corner of said Lot No. 3;
         THENCE in a northerly direction parallel with the westerly
  line of said Lot No. 3 and across Ave. P to a point in the southerly
  line of Lot No. 6 in Block No. 55 of said San Leon Farm Home Tracts;
         THENCE westerly with the southerly line of said Block No. 55
  and continuing in the same direction across 27th St. and along the
  southerly line of Block No. 56 to a point for corner, said point
  being the southwesterly corner of Lot No. 5 in said Block No. 56;
         THENCE in a northerly direction with the westerly line of
  said Lot No. 5 in Block No. 56 to the northwesterly corner of said
  Lot No. 5;
         THENCE in a westerly direction with the southerly line of
  Lots Nos. 3, 2 and 1 in said Block No. 56 and continuing in the same
  direction across 28th St. and along the southerly line of Lots Nos.
  4 and 3 of Block No. 57 to a point for corner, being the
  southwesterly corner of said Lot No. 3 in Block No. 57;
         THENCE in a northerly direction with the westerly line of
  said Lot No. 3 in Block No. 57 and a northerly projection thereof to
  a point for corner, being the southwesterly corner of Lot No. 6 in
  Block No. 45;
         THENCE in a westerly direction with the southerly line of
  Block No. 45 and continuing in the same direction across 29th St.
  (F.M. 517) and along the southerly line of Block No. 44 and the
  westerly projection thereof to a point for corner, being the
  southeasterly corner of Block No. 43;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  Block No. 59 to a point for corner, being the southeasterly corner
  of said Block No. 59;
         THENCE in a westerly direction with the south line of said
  Block No. 59 and the westerly projection thereof to a point for
  corner, being the southeasterly corner of Block No. 60;
         THENCE in a southerly direction with the easterly line of
  Block No. 62 and its southerly projection, and continuing in the
  same direction along the easterly line of Block No. 77 and its
  southerly projection, and continuing in the same direction along
  the easterly line of Block No. 79 to a point for corner, said point
  being at the intersection of the easterly line of said Block No. 79
  and the northeasterly line of State Highway No. 146;
         THENCE in a northwesterly direction with the northeasterly
  line of said State Highway No. 146 to its intersection with the
  western line of Block No. 60A on the western line of said San Leon
  Farm Home Tracts, being also the western line of the Amos Edwards
  League, Abstract No. 10, Galveston County, Texas;
         THENCE in a southerly direction along said western line of
  said Amos Edwards League, being also the western line of said San
  Leon Farm Home Tracts, to the southwest corner of said Amos Edwards
  League on the northerly water's edge of Dickinson Bayou;
         THENCE downstream following along said northerly water's
  edge of Dickinson Bayou in a generally southerly, northeasterly and
  easterly direction to the western shore line of Dickinson Bay;
         THENCE in a generally northerly direction along said western
  shore line of Dickinson Bay to Point "A" in the description of the
  present boundary line of the City of Texas City, Texas, said point
  also being in the easterly line of a parkway opposite Block No. 70
  of San Leon Farm Home Tracts as shown by the map thereof recorded in
  Volume 238, page 25, Deed Records of Galveston County, Texas, and
  being also the most southerly corner of a 1.054 acre tract of land
  described in deed dated October 10, 1960, from E. W. Barnett,
  Trustee, to Houston Lighting and Power Company, the place of
  beginning, and containing 1,850 acres of land, more or less, the
  total area of said District being 5,050 acres, more or less.
         SECTION 2.13.  Section 1, Chapter 532, Acts of the 59th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The Treasure Island Municipal Utility District of
  Brazoria County, Texas, [Under and pursuant to the provisions of
  Section 59 of Article XVI, Constitution of Texas, a conservation
  and reclamation district is hereby created and incorporated in
  Brazoria County, Texas, to be known as "Treasure Island Municipal
  Utility District of Brazoria County, Texas," hereinafter referred
  to as the "District," and said District] shall consist of:
         A tract containing 294.18 acres of land, more or less, being
  that tract of land commonly known as San Luis Island out of the S. F.
  Austin Peninsular League, Abstract 29, Brazoria County, Texas,
  being all of the land in such league lying north of the following
  described line:
         BEGINNING at a concrete monument on the waters edge of what
  was formerly called "Little Pass" when it separated the island from
  the mainland, but whose easterly end is now filled by sand. Said
  beginning point occupies a position of X = 3,235,945.21 feet and Y =
  470,168.66 feet, Texas Plane Coordinate System, South Central Zone;
         THENCE, S. 88° 36' 07" E. (grid bearing), at 353.71 feet pass
  an iron rod in the northwest right of way line of a 120 foot road, at
  482.25 feet pass an iron rod in the southeast right of way line of
  said 120 foot road, at 2112.25 feet pass a concrete monument a total
  distance of 2381.91 feet in all to the waters edge of the Gulf of
  Mexico at mean high tide.
         SECTION 2.14.  Section 2, Chapter 436, Acts of the 66th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1979, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 2.  BOUNDARIES.  The [authority's] boundaries of the
  South Texas Water Authority will encompass all of that portion of
  Kleberg County that is located within Kingsville Independent School
  District, as of January 1, 1979, and all of that portion of Nueces
  County that is located south and west of a line that is described as
  beginning at a point on the Kleberg-Nueces County line that is
  located approximately one mile south of the intersection of FM Road
  70 and FM Road 892; thence northward to the said intersection;
  thence northward along FM Road 892 to its intersection with FM Road
  2826; thence westward along FM Road 2826 to its intersection with
  County Road 77; thence northward along County Road 77 to its
  intersection with County Road 44; thence westward along County Road
  44 to its intersection with the line; which as of January 1, 1979,
  formed the division between Commissioners Precincts Nos. 1 and 2;
  thence along the meanderings of the said line to its intersection
  with the Nueces-Jim Wells County line excepting therefrom all land
  comprising the area as of January 1, 1979, of Nueces County Water
  Control and Improvement District No. 5 and of that portion of Lower
  Nueces River Water Supply District which is located within the
  boundaries described above[, and these boundaries form a closure,
  and no mistake shall affect the organization, existence, and
  validity of the authority, or the right to issue any type of bonds
  or refunding bonds, for the purposes for which the authority is
  created, or to pay principal of and interest on the bonds, or the
  right to assess, levy, and collect taxes, or in any other manner
  affect the legality or operation of the authority, its bonds, or its
  governing body].
         SECTION 2.15.  Section 1, Chapter 337, Acts of the 65th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1977, is amended to read as follows:
         Sec. 1.  The [Under and pursuant to the provisions of Article
  XVI, Section 59, of the Texas Constitution, a conservation and
  reclamation district may be created and established in Jefferson
  County, Texas, in the manner provided in Section 1A of this Act, to
  be known as "West Jefferson County Municipal Water District" (the
  "district"), and the] boundaries of the West Jefferson County
  Municipal Water District [said district] shall be as follows:
         Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Shelby Corzine
  Survey, Abstract 14, the same being the southeast corner of the
  Samuel Stivers League;
         Thence West along the south line of the Samuel Stivers League
  to the southwest corner of said Samuel Stivers League;
         Thence North along the west line of the Samuel Stivers League
  to its intersection with the centerline, or the projection thereof
  of Brooks Road;
         Thence West along the centerline of Brooks Road and the
  projection thereof to its intersection with the east bank of Green
  Pond Gully;
         Thence in a southerly direction following the meanders of the
  east bank of Green Pond Gully to its intersection with the north
  bank of the North Fork of Taylor's Bayou;
         Thence easterly following the meanders of the north bank of
  the North Fork of Taylor's Bayou to its intersection with the North
  or West right of way of Interstate Highway 10;
         Thence in a southwesterly direction along the North or West
  right of way of Interstate Highway 10 to its intersection with the
  north bank of the South Fork of Taylor's Bayou;
         Thence southeasterly along the meanders of the north bank of
  the South Fork of Taylor's Bayou to its intersection with the
  southeast bank of May Haw Bayou;
         Thence southwesterly along the meanders of the southeast bank
  of May Haw Bayou to its intersection with the North right of way of
  State Highway 73;
         Thence easterly along the North right of way of State Highway
  73 to the intersection of a line 300 feet east of, and measured at
  right angles to, the west line of the A. D. Knowlton Survey,
  Abstract 668, and the J. W. Denny Survey, Abstract 747;
         Thence northerly on a line 300 feet east of and parallel to
  the west line of the A. D. Knowlton Survey, Abstract 668, and the J.
  W. Denny Survey, Abstract 747, to the north bank of Taylor's Bayou;
         Thence easterly following the meanders of the north bank of
  Taylor's Bayou to its intersection with the east bank of
  Hillebrandt Bayou;
         Thence northwesterly following the meanders of the east bank
  of Hillebrandt Bayou to its intersection with the west bank of
  John's Gully;
         Thence northerly following the meanders of the west bank of
  John's Gully to its intersection with the west line of the Wm. N.
  Sigler Survey, Abstract 48;
         Thence northerly along the west line of the Wm. N. Sigler
  Survey, Abstract 48, and the projection thereof past the northwest
  corner of the said Wm. N. Sigler Survey, Abstract 48, to the
  interior southwest corner of the David Cunningham Survey, Abstract
  15;
         Thence westerly along the south line of the west part of the
  David Cunningham Survey, Abstract 15, to its northernmost southwest
  corner;
         Thence northerly along the west line of the David Cunningham
  Survey, Abstract 15, to its northwest corner;
         Thence westerly along the projection to the west of the north
  line of the David Cunningham Survey, Abstract 15, to the west line
  of the Marcelo Grange Survey, Abstract 26, said line also being the
  east line of the C. Hillebrandt Survey, Abstract 28;
         Thence northerly along the west line of the Marcelo Grange
  Survey, Abstract 26, and the east line of the C. Hillebrandt Survey,
  Abstract 28, to the projection east of the north line of the Shelby
  Corzine Survey, Abstract 14, which is the same line as the south
  line of the Samuel Stivers League;
         Thence westerly along the projection east of the north line
  of the Shelby Corzine Survey, Abstract 14, and the south line of the
  Samuel Stivers League, to the point of beginning.
         LESS AND EXCEPT all land lying within the boundaries of
  Jefferson County Water Control and Improvement District No. 14,
  which is more fully described as follows:
         Lying in Jefferson County, Texas, and containing 160 acres,
  more or less, out of the H. T. & B. R. R. Survey, No. 19, A-259 and H.
  T. & B. R. R. Survey No. 18, A-570 and beginning for reference at the
  Southeast corner of the H. T. & B. R. R. Survey, No. 19, A-259;
         THENCE, due North 80.00 feet to a point lying on the North
  right-of-way line of Lawhon Road to an iron pin as a Point of
  Beginning;
         THENCE, N 89° 50' W 2,560.00 feet, more or less, along the
  North right-of-way line of said Lawhon Road to an iron pin being the
  most Southwesterly corner of Martel Heights Subdivision, Section 1
  as recorded in the Map Records of Jefferson County, Texas;
         THENCE, N 26° 45' 30" W 785.40 feet to an iron pin;
         THENCE, N 66° 07' E 278.10 feet to an iron pin;
         THENCE, N 61° 57' 18" E 4,358.00 feet to an iron pin;
         THENCE, S 03° 02' W 2,016.45 feet to an iron pin;
         THENCE, S 01° 24' E 855.8 feet to an iron pin;
         THENCE, N 89° 50' W 1,101.40 feet along the north right of way
  line of Lawhon Road to an iron pin being the point of Beginning and
  containing 160 acres of land, more or less.
  ARTICLE 3.  REPEALER
         SECTION 3.01.  The following statutes are repealed:
               (1)  Chapter 187, Acts of the 61st Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1969;
               (2)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
  and 15, Chapter 11, Acts of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session,
  1969;
               (3)  Section 3, Chapter 280, Acts of the 62nd
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (4)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 145, Acts of the 41st Legislature, Regular Session, 1929;
               (5)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11, Chapter
  45, Acts of the 41st Legislature, Regular Session, 1929;
               (6)  Chapter 4, Acts of the 41st Legislature, Special
  Laws, 4th Called Session, 1930;
               (7)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, Chapter 533, Acts of
  the 57th Legislature, Regular Session, 1961;
               (8)  Sections 2, 2a, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 20, Acts of the 57th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962;
               (9)  Section 2, Chapter 520, Acts of the 71st
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1989;
               (10)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 38, Acts
  of the 57th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, 1962;
               (11)  Sections 2, 2A, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, Chapter 4,
  Acts of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963;
               (12)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 780, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003;
               (13)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11,
  Chapter 218, Acts of the 72nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1991;
               (14)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 679,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (15)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 412,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (16)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 409,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (17)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 699,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (18)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 456,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (19)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, Chapter 693,
  Acts of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977;
               (20)  Sections 2, 3, 4, and 5, Chapter 492, Acts of the
  83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013;
               (21)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11,
  Chapter 35, Acts of the 76th Legislature, Regular Session, 1999;
               (22)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 352,
  Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
               (23)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, Chapter 742,
  Acts of the 64th Legislature, Regular Session, 1975;
               (24)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 1212, Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular Session, 1989;
               (25)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 1214, Acts of the 71st Legislature, Regular Session, 1989;
               (26)  Sections 2 and 3, Chapter 1188, Acts of the 82nd
  Legislature, Regular Session, 2011;
               (27)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, and 15, Chapter 761, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular
  Session, 2003;
               (28)  Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, and 15, Chapter 760, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular
  Session, 2003;
               (29)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, Chapter
  650, Acts of the 70th Legislature, Regular Session, 1987;
               (30)  Chapter 126, General Laws, Acts of the 44th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1935;
               (31)  Section 5, Chapter 119, Acts of the 50th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1947;
               (32)  Section 8, Article IV, Chapter 484, Acts of the
  68th Legislature, Regular Session, 1983;
               (33)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 11a, 12,
  13, 14, and 15, Chapter 29, Acts of the 55th Legislature, 1st Called
  Session, 1957;
               (34)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, and 15, Chapter 398, Acts of the 51st Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1949;
               (35)  Section 5, Chapter 452, Acts of the 58th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1963;
               (36)  Sections 3 and 4, Chapter 908, Acts of the 75th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1997;
               (37)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11,
  Chapter 33, Acts of the 56th Legislature, Regular Session, 1959;
               (38)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23, Chapter 633, Acts of the
  61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969;
               (39)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, Chapter
  246, Acts of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963;
               (40)  Sections 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
  Chapter 611, Acts of the 60th Legislature, Regular Session, 1967;
               (41)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, Chapter 605, Acts of
  the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (42)  Sections 2 and 3, Chapter 101, Acts of the 60th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1967;
               (43)  Sections 2 and 3, Chapter 579, Acts of the 61st
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1969;
               (44)  Chapter 317, Acts of the 72nd Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1991;
               (45)  Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 8A, 9, 10, 11, and
  12, Chapter 245, Acts of the 54th Legislature, Regular Session,
  1955;
               (46)  Chapter 371, Acts of the 74th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1995;
               (47)  Section 2, Chapter 1449, Acts of the 75th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1997;
               (48)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11,
  Chapter 613, Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (49)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, Chapter 584, Acts of
  the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (50)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23, Chapter 268, Acts of the
  53rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1953;
               (51)  Sections 4 and 8, Chapter 76, Acts of the 59th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (52)  Sections 1, 2(a), 2(c), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
  11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16, Chapter 638, Acts of the 60th
  Legislature, Regular Session, 1967;
               (53)  Chapter 475, Acts of the 67th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1981;
               (54)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, Chapter 198, Acts
  of the 53rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1953;
               (55)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, Chapter
  324, Acts of the 57th Legislature, Regular Session, 1961;
               (56)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 520,
  Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (57)  Chapter 77, Acts of the 76th Legislature, Regular
  Session, 1999;
               (58)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23, Chapter 846, Acts of the
  61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969;
               (59)  Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, Chapter
  532, Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965;
               (60)  Chapter 508, Acts of the 54th Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1955;
               (61)  Chapter 619, Acts of the 63rd Legislature,
  Regular Session, 1973;
               (62)  Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
  14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26, Chapter 436,
  Acts of the 66th Legislature, Regular Session, 1979; and
               (63)  Sections 1A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
  13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, Chapter 337, Acts
  of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977.
  ARTICLE 4. GENERAL MATTERS
         SECTION 4.01.  LEGISLATIVE INTENT OF NO SUBSTANTIVE CHANGE.
  This Act is enacted under Section 43, Article III, Texas
  Constitution. This Act is intended as a codification only, and no
  substantive change in the law is intended by this Act. This Act
  does not increase or decrease the territory of any special district
  of the state as those boundaries exist on the effective date of this
  Act.
         SECTION 4.02.  PRESERVATION OF VALIDATION MADE BY PREVIOUS
  LAW. (a) The repeal of a law, including a validating law, by this
  Act does not remove, void, or otherwise affect in any manner a
  validation under the repealed law. The validation is preserved and
  continues to have the same effect that it would have if the law were
  not repealed.
         (b)  Subsection (a) of this section does not diminish the
  saving provisions prescribed by Section 311.031, Government Code.
         SECTION 4.03.  EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act takes effect April
  1, 2017.
 
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