Sonoma-marin Area Rail Transit DistrictAnnexation
Section § 105280
This section explains that new areas can be added to the district using the procedures outlined in this chapter.
Section § 105281
This law allows a county that shares a border with a district to request to join the district by a majority vote of the county's board of supervisors. Alternatively, the district's board itself can suggest adding new territories that are next to the district.
Section § 105282
If someone proposes to annex additional land to a district, the board must first decide if this territory will benefit from joining the district. They then need to pass a resolution with a two-thirds majority vote. Afterward, the county's board of supervisors must approve this resolution.
Section § 105283
This law section states that when a county wants to annex a piece of territory, the county's board of supervisors must come to a written agreement with the district's board of directors about the terms of annexation. This agreement can include things like additional taxes, different rates for services, taking on new debts, making payments, and transferring property or assets to the district.
Section § 105284
This section outlines what must be included in a resolution when proposing an annexation of territory to a district. It requires a description of the territory's boundaries and an appropriate name for the annexation. It must also state that the annexed area will benefit from joining the district. Additionally, it should specify the time and place for a hearing where interested parties can voice objections. Finally, any agreed terms and conditions of the annexation between the district and the county must be described.
Section § 105285
Whenever a resolution is passed regarding the annexation of a territory, the resolution and the voting details of board members must be published in a local newspaper. If the territory doesn't have a local paper, then it should be published in a newspaper that circulates in that area.
Section § 105286
This law outlines the process for annexing a territory into a district. On a scheduled hearing day, or any rescheduled day, the board listens to objections about the annexation. If two-thirds of the board members agree that the area will benefit from joining the district, they will then set the new boundaries for the annexed territory.
Section § 105287
This law section states that if a board wants to annex a certain territory, they need to first make any necessary adjustments to the boundaries. Then, at least two-thirds of the board members must vote in favor of annexation. The resolution and the details of the vote—including who voted for and against it—must be recorded in the board's minutes.
Section § 105288
When a new area is added to an existing district, it automatically becomes part of that district. This means it will share both the responsibilities and advantages that come with being in that district.