Section 758.215 – Definitions for ORS 758.210 to 758.270.
As used in ORS 758.210 to 758.270, unless the context requires otherwise: (1) “Convert,” “converting” or “conversion” means the removal of overhead electric or communication facilities and the replacement thereof with underground electric or communication facilities at the same or different locations. (2) “Electric or communication facilities” means any works or improvements used or useful […]
Section 758.220 – Authority for conversion to underground facilities; formation of assessment district.
(1) A public authority shall have the power to require the conversion of overhead electric or communication facilities to underground facilities; to provide and receive funds to pay for such conversion; and to assess the whole or any part of the cost thereof against the real property included in the underground assessment district specially benefited […]
Section 758.225 – Petition, ordinance or resolution for conversion; contents; filing.
(1) A proceeding for conversion may be initiated: (a) By a petition signed by not less than 60 percent of the landowners within the proposed assessment district who own not less than 60 percent of the land area within the district; or (b) By an ordinance or resolution of a public authority declaring its intention […]