When the county commission calls for a special election as set forth in Section 45-41-141.12, the commission shall also record in the minutes of the meeting for the special call the wording for the ballot. The wording shall not propose a rate or incrementing of rates which would exceed the maximum rate allowable under Section 45-41-141.03. At a minimum the wording shall include the authorized uses as outlined in subdivisions (1) to (4), inclusive, of subsection (a) of Section 45-41-141.11 and the period of time such fee shall be in effect if approved. If the special election is for a renewal, the wording should state accordingly and the period of time the renewal shall be in effect if approved.
Structure Code of Alabama
Article 14 - Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services.
Part 2 - Fire Fighting Districts.
Section 45-41-141 - Definitions.
Section 45-41-141.01 - Legislative Intent.
Section 45-41-141.02 - Establishment of Districts.
Section 45-41-141.03 - Authorization of Levy of Financial Charges.
Section 45-41-141.04 - Alteration of District Boundaries by Commission.
Section 45-41-141.05 - Incorporation of New Municipality.
Section 45-41-141.06 - Annexation by Municipality.
Section 45-41-141.07 - Compensation for Loss of Territory.
Section 45-41-141.08 - Payment and Collection of Financial Charges.
Section 45-41-141.09 - Exemption for Certain Dwellings.
Section 45-41-141.10 - Assessment of Tax Assessor.
Section 45-41-141.11 - Disposition of Funds.
Section 45-41-141.12 - Special Elections Regarding Financial Charges.
Section 45-41-141.13 - Conduct of Special Elections.
Section 45-41-141.14 - Qualification of Voters.
Section 45-41-141.15 - Election Supplies.
Section 45-41-141.16 - Ballots.
Section 45-41-141.17 - Canvassing Returns and Declaring Results of Special Elections.