I reside in the City of Garland, and recently, I've found myself soon to be facing unauthorized charges on my utility bill from the city. I did not consent to an automatic opt-in fee for a service that a 3rd party private corporation provides through our city's utility services. This particular service, which deals with healthcare, is only be regulated by the State of Texas,  and can not be imposed upon residents through city utilities. The city’s authority is limited to regulating hospitals within its limits, not extending to such unauthorized actions.

This imposed charge is not only unnecessary but illegal. It facilitates the use of public resources and utility systems for the benefit of a private party without proper consent or transparency. The lack of clear accounting measures raises concerns about the misuse of public funds and resources. Essentially, our local government is leveraging civic resources, enabling a third-party corporation to benefit financially, threatening existing state laws around preemption, and the specific regulatory authorities in place.

Garland residents should not bear the costs of misallocated city funds or the undermining of state regulations. We need transparency and accountability in how utilities are used and services are imposed. Such actions threaten the financial well-being of our community and disregard the principles, laws, and processes that have been set forth to protect us.

I'm calling on the City of Garland to cease this unauthorized taxation and utility misuse immediately. We need a prohibitory injunction to stop these practices, ensuring city funds and systems are used appropriately and ethically. By addressing this issue now, we protect our community's rights and set a precedent for responsible governance.

Please join me in demanding that the City of Garland stop these unauthorized actions. Sign this petition to stand up against and bring an end to the unlawful practices that harm the residents of Garland, TX.

No contribution needed just sign and share. Please do not donate funds as all legal expenses will be born by me and repaid by the City.