HB 5196
Relating to allowing intergovernmental agreements with the Land Stewardship Corporation
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allows West Virginia counties to partner with the West Virginia Land Stewardship Corporation to function as a land reuse agency. Specifically, it enables counties to enter into intergovernmental agreements with the Corporation, allowing it to serve as a local land reuse agency and exercise the powers and responsibilities of such an agency. The bill also outlines provisions for the creation and operation of the Land Stewardship Corporation, including its powers, limitations, and exemption from certain taxes.
Key provisions
- Allows counties to enter intergovernmental agreements with the West Virginia Land Stewardship Corporation to act as a land reuse agency.
- Defines the requirements for a land reuse agency ordinance, including provisions for board composition, member qualifications, and public input.
- Establishes the West Virginia Land Stewardship Corporation as a nonprofit corporation with specific powers and limitations.
- Specifies the Corporation’s ability to accept gifts, grants, and other aid from various sources.
- Outlines the Corporation’s responsibilities regarding property management, fees, and environmental compliance.
- Addresses tax exemptions for property owned and leased by the Corporation.
- Requires the Corporation to adopt a code of ethics and conflict of interest policies.
- Permits the state to contract with the Corporation for services related to state-owned properties.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Counties
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