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HB 4017

Bermont Drainage District, Charlotte County

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vanessa Oliver

Florida legislation establishing governance authority and operational powers for Bermont Drainage District in Charlotte County, affecting local water management and property taxation.

Chapter No. 2025-228
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Bill Summary · HB 4017

Legislative bill overview

HB 4017 is a special act creating or modifying governance and operational authority for the Bermont Drainage District in Charlotte County, Florida. The bill passed through the legislature and was signed into law by the Governor on June 24, 2025, becoming Chapter 2025-228.

Why is this important

Drainage districts manage water management, flood control, and land drainage in specific geographic areas, directly affecting property values, flood risk, and agricultural viability for residents and landowners in the district. Special legislation like this grants specific taxing authority, governance structure, and operational powers to local drainage management entities.

Potential points of contention

  • Local control vs. state oversight: Special acts for individual districts raise questions about whether uniform statewide drainage standards should apply instead
  • Funding mechanism: The bill's taxing authority and how costs are assessed on property owners in the district may burden certain landowner groups differently
  • Transparency and accountability: Special district legislation can create governance structures with limited public visibility compared to general municipal government

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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