SB327 Alabama 2020 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tom Whatley
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2020
Title: Opelika, corp. limits alt.
Summary: SB327 would expand the City of Opelika by adding about 1,250 acres of land to its corporate limits in Lee County.
What This Bill Does
It changes Opelika's boundary to include a large nearby area described in the bill. Those lands would become part of Opelika, meaning they would fall under the city's government, services, and zoning. The bill also requires a map of the annexation to be available for public inspection, and the annexation would take effect on the first day of the third month after the Governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Residents and landowners in the annexed territory, whose property would become part of Opelika's city limits.
The City of Opelika and its residents, as the city gains new land for governance, services, and jurisdiction.

Key Provisions
Annexation: The act adds about 1,250 acres to Opelika's corporate limits, expanding the city's boundary in Lee County.
Public record and effective date: A map of the proposed annexation is on file for public inspection, and the annexation takes effect on the first day of the third month after the Governor signs the act.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Opelika