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146 <br />31 <br />some annexations may need to be reinitiated. For a small number of cities, even a <br />completed annexation must be retroactively run through the veto petition process. (See <br />"Certain Completed Annexations Subject to Veto Petition" above.) <br />Review local policies. In light of these changes, we strongly recommend that you <br />begin to review any policies or procedures you have established regarding annexation <br />and consider any necessary or appropriate changes. Cities may wish, for example, to <br />consider whether or not to continue extending water and sewer lines outside of their <br />corporate limits in the future. <br />Emphasize public information build understanding. In city - initiated annexations, the <br />municipality must as a practical matter prepare to convince a sizable portion of the <br />property owners of the value of becoming a part of the municipality. It is now more <br />important than ever to be able to articulate the advantages of annexation to citizens in a <br />proposed annexation area, to existing city residents, and to legislative decision - makers. <br />Resources. In many cities and towns, the professionals in the planning department and <br />management staff can advise on needed changes to policies and procedures. <br />Throughout the process of review and consideration of changes, we urge you to consult <br />with your city or town attorney. Remember that this area of the law is often litigated, <br />and may be more so in the future, so you should act prudently with the benefit of legal <br />advice. The League and the School of Government can provide general information <br />and guidance regarding the annexation statutes and possible interpretations. Two <br />recent School of Government postings discuss the annexation changes: <br />hgp: / /sog yeb.sog.unc.edu /blo s/g localgovt / ?p =4494 <br />http: / /so eb.sog.unc.edu /blo s/g local ovt / ?p =5000. <br />