Oregon Statutes - Chapter 478 - Rural Fire Protection Districts - Section 478.505 - Petition for tax zones by district electors; number of signatures required; public hearing.

(1) The electors of a district may initiate proceedings to divide the district into zones under ORS 478.155 and 478.480 to 478.500 by filing a petition with the district board. The petition shall state the name of the district and contain a request that the district board divide the district into zones consisting of areas zoned for exclusive farm use, areas within urban growth boundaries and all other areas.

(2) A petition filed under this section shall be signed by not less than 10 percent of the electors of the district.

(3) When the district board receives a petition filed under this section, the district board shall hold a public hearing on the formation of the proposed zones, and provide notice thereof, as required by ORS 478.480 (2) and 478.485. [1993 c.424 §13]

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