Bill > HB5693

This bill modifies the election process for commissioners of the Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7, transitioning from the current system to a new approach with staggered elections on uniform election dates in odd-numbered years. Specifically, the bill mandates two elections: in November 2025, two commissioners will be elected, and in November 2027, three commissioners will be elected. Commissioners currently serving from previous May elections will continue in their roles until their successors are elected and qualified. The bill maintains the district's five-commissioner structure, with a requirement that no more than one commissioner can be elected from any single municipality while five municipalities exist in the district. The commissioners will now serve staggered four-year terms, and a quorum will continue to be defined as a majority of the commission. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and ensures that the election process aligns with standard local election practices by using the uniform election date in November of odd-numbered years.