Enacts the "CR clean water and sewer authority act"

◆ The sponsor's argument

Why William Weber says this is needed

Reliable wastewater treatment and sewer infrastructure are essential to public health, environmental protection, and long-term economic stabili- ty, The existing statutory and operational structure governing the "prior sewer district" is addressed in this bill by establishing a dedi- cated public benefit corporation with clearly defined authorities, governance, and financing tools tailored to operating and maintaining a comprehensive sewerage system. This legislation is designed to support: *Clear accountability and governance through a defined board structure and delineated powers to manage a complex regional sewer system. *Continuity of service by providing a structured transition of assets, records, contractual responsibilities, and operational control from the prior district to the Authority, contingent on required local action. *Capital planning and system reliability by authorizing the Authority to undertake projects and utilize modem procurement/project delivery options where permitted, and to finance eligible work through bonding mechanisms. *Transparency and predictability in charges through explicit authority to establish and collect rates and charges, including public hearing provisions where applicable, and collection mechanisms integrated with local tax administration as set forth in the bill. *Workforce continuity by addressing the status and treatment of speci- fied existing county employees to avoid disruption during and after the transition. In combination, these provisions create a comprehensive legal framework for stable, professionalized governance and sustainable operation of a critical public utility function.

This is the sponsor's own case for the bill, quoted from their memorandum. It is not Agora's description of what the bill does.