Section 55.247 - License, Franchise, and Fee(a) Before a person may keep or operate for hire on district water a ferry or other type of transportation, the person must obtain a license or franchise from the board.(b) The board may fix the fee to be charged for the license or franchise in an amount not to exceed $250 a year, and shall fix the fee according to the type of boat used. Acts 1971, 62nd Leg., p. 450, ch. 58, Sec. 1, eff. 8/30/1971.