Bill > H4015

This bill amends the existing law governing the Melbourne-Tillman Water Control District in Brevard County, Florida, focusing primarily on updating the stormwater management user fee structure. The bill establishes specific fee rates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year: $25 per acre for residential parcels, $8.50 per acre for agricultural parcels, and $52.50 per acre for commercial parcels. Starting with the 2026-2027 fiscal year, these fees will be adjusted annually based on the average monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the South Region of the United States, as issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. The bill includes a cap that prevents the annual fee increase from exceeding 10 percent above the previous year's rate, not including the CPI adjustment. The legislation also maintains the requirement for a public hearing before setting fees and stipulates that the fees must be just, equitable, and based on the impact each land parcel has on the stormwater management system. By removing outdated language and establishing a clear, predictable fee adjustment mechanism, the bill aims to provide transparency and financial stability for the water control district.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/4015