This section states the district’s creation is for public purposes and that the district and its projects are expected to benefit land, resources, residents, and the public.
Sec. 3828.003. PURPOSE; LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS. (a) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish the purposes of Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and other public purposes stated in this chapter. (b) All land and other property included in the district will benefit from the improvement projects and services to be accomplished by the district under powers conferred by Sections 52 and 52-a, Article III, and Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and other powers granted under this chapter. (c) The creation of the district: (1) is essential to the conservation and beneficial use of the water, land, including soil, and other natural resources in or adjacent to the district; (2) is essential to further the public purposes of: (A) economic development and diversification of the state; (B) elimination of unemployment and underemployment; and (C) stimulation and development of transportation and commerce; (3) will promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents, employers, employees, and consumers in the district and in Henderson County and of the public; and (4) is in the public interest. (d) The district's operations and the district's improvement projects will enable the district to preserve, maintain, and enhance the economic health and vitality of the area in the district as a community, residential, recreational, business, and commerce center. (e) The district will promote the health, safety, welfare, education, convenience, and enjoyment of the public by: (1) improving, landscaping, and developing certain areas in and adjacent to the district; and (2) providing public services and facilities in and adjacent to the district that are necessary for the restoration, preservation, enhancement, and enjoyment of scenic beauty. Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 729 (H.B. 2019), Sec. 1.03, eff. April 1, 2007.