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This part is named the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Act and may be cited by that name. The Legislature states that the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority needs broader transportation measures to address traffic congestion and improve roads, highways, and other transportation facilities. The provision says a transit district needs to be established in Santa Clara County. The Santa Clara County Transit District is renamed the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, and existing references to the old name are treated as references to the new name. A municipal corporation that provides broadband Internet access services must comply with the requirements of a specified Government Code article.

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  1. 142263.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The board must seek voter authorization to issue bonds from the tax proceeds, and the ballot materials must disclose the tax details, the bond cap, and the spending plan.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142263. (a) The board of supervisors, or its designee, as part of the ballot proposition to approve the imposition of a retail transactions and use tax, shall seek authorization from the electors to issue bonds payable solely from the proceeds of the tax. (b) The maximum bonded indebtedness which may be authorized shall be an amount equal to the sum of the principal and interest on the bonds, not to exceed the estimated proceeds of the tax, for a period of not more than 30 years. The actual wording of the proposition on any short form of ballot card, label, or other device, regardless of the system of voting used, shall include all of the following: (1) The nature of the tax to be imposed. (2) The tax rate or the maximum tax rate. (3) The period during which the tax will be imposed. (4) The purposes for which the revenue derived from the tax will be used. (c) The sample ballot to be mailed to the voters, pursuant to Section 13303 of the Elections Code, shall include the full proposition, and the voter information handbook shall include the entire expenditure plan adopted by the authority. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 248, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2006. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  2. 142264.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may issue voter-approved bonds at any time, and those bonds must be paid only from the tax proceeds. The bonds are called “limited tax bonds.”

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142264. (a) The bonds authorized by the voters concurrently with the approval of the retail transactions and use tax may be issued by the authority at any time, and from time to time, payable solely from the proceeds of the tax. The bonds shall be referred to as “limited tax bonds.” (b) The pledge of the tax to the limited tax bonds authorized under this chapter has priority over the use of any of the tax for pay-as-you-go financing, except to the extent that that priority is expressly restricted in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  3. 142265.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may issue limited tax bonds only through a resolution approved by a majority of its members.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142265. Limited tax bonds shall be issued pursuant to a resolution adopted at any time by an affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the authority. Each resolution shall provide for the issuance of bonds in the amounts as may be necessary, until the full amount of the bonds authorized have been issued. The full amount of bonds may be divided into two or more series and different dates of payment fixed for the bonds of each series. A bond need not mature on its anniversary date. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  4. 142266.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    A resolution authorizing limited tax bonds must state specified bond details, including purpose, estimated costs, principal amount, maturity limit, interest rate limit, denomination, and bond form. It may also include other matters allowed by law.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142266. (a) A resolution authorizing the issuance of limited tax bonds shall state all of the following: (1) The purpose for which the proposed debt is to be incurred, which may include all costs and estimated costs incidental to or connected with the accomplishment of those purposes, including, without limitation, engineering, inspection, legal, fiscal agents, financial consultant and other fees, bond and other reserve funds, working capital, bond interest estimated to accrue during the construction period and for a period not to exceed three years thereafter, and expenses of all proceedings for the authorization, issuance, and sale of the bonds. (2) The estimated cost of accomplishing those purposes. (3) The amount of the principal of the indebtedness. (4) The maximum term that the bonds proposed to be issued shall run before maturity, which shall not be beyond the date of termination of the imposition of the retail transactions and use tax. (5) The maximum rate of interest to be paid, which shall not exceed the maximum allowable by law. (6) The denomination or denominations of the bonds, which shall not be less than five thousand dollars ($5,000). (7) The form of the bonds, including, without limitation, registered bonds and coupon bonds, to the extent permitted by federal law, and the form of any coupons to be attached thereto, the registration, conversion, and exchange privileges, if any, pertaining thereto, and the time when all of, or any part of, the principal becomes due and payable. (b) The resolution may also contain any other matters authorized by this chapter or any other provision of law. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  5. 142267.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The bonds must bear interest at a rate not above the maximum allowed by law, with interest paid semiannually.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142267. The bonds shall bear interest at a rate or rates not exceeding the maximum allowable by law, payable semiannually, except that the first interest payable on the bonds, or any series thereof, may be for any period not exceeding one year, as determined by the authority. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  6. 142268.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may set bond call and redemption terms in the bond resolution, but a bond cannot be called or redeemed before maturity unless it says so on its face or in a recital.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142268. In the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds, the authority may also provide for call and redemption of the bonds prior to maturity at the times and prices and upon other terms as specified. However, no bond is subject to call or redemption prior to maturity unless it contains a recital to that effect or unless a statement to that effect is printed thereon. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  7. 142269.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The bonds’ principal and interest must be paid in lawful U.S. money at the county auditor-controller-treasurer’s office and at any other places the authority designates.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142269. The principal of, and interest on, the bonds shall be payable in lawful money of the United States at the office of the auditor-controller-treasurer of the county and other places as may be designated by the authority. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  8. 142270.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The bonds must be dated, numbered, signed by the named officers, and bear the authority’s seal. Interest coupons, if any, must be signed by the county auditor-controller-treasurer.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142270. (a) The bonds, or each series thereof, shall be dated and numbered consecutively and shall be signed by the chairperson or vice chairperson of the authority and the auditor-controller-treasurer of the county, and the official seal of the authority shall be attached. (b) The interest coupons of the bonds, if any, shall be signed by the auditor-controller-treasurer of the county. (c) All signatures and the seal may be printed, lithographed, or mechanically reproduced, except that one of the signatures on the bonds shall be manually affixed. (d) If any officer whose signature appears on the bonds or coupons ceases to be that officer before the delivery of the bonds, the officer’s signature is as effective as if the officer had remained in office. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  9. 142271.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may sell its bonds by resolution and may sell them below par, including by negotiated or public sale.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142271. The bonds may be sold as the authority determines by resolution. The authority may sell the bonds at a price below par, whether by negotiated or public sale. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  10. 142272.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    Bonds may be delivered anywhere inside or outside the state, and the purchase price may be paid in cash or bank credits.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142272. Delivery of any bonds may be made at any place either inside or outside the state, and the purchase price may be received in cash or bank credits. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  11. 142273.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority must direct bond-sale interest, premiums, and remaining proceeds into specified funds and uses, and any bonds repurchased under the section must be canceled immediately.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142273. All accrued interest and premiums received on the sale of the bonds shall be placed in the fund to be used for the payment of principal of, and interest on, the bonds, and the remainder of the proceeds of the bonds shall be placed in the treasury of the authority and applied to secure the bonds or for the purposes for which the debt was incurred. However, when the purposes have been accomplished, any money remaining shall be either (a) transferred to the fund to be used for the payment of principal of, and interest on, the bonds or (b) placed in a fund to be used for the purchase of outstanding bonds of the authority from time to time in the open market at prices and in the manner, either at public or private sale or otherwise, as determined by the authority. Bonds so purchased shall be canceled immediately. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  12. 142274.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may issue, sell, exchange, or refund bonds to retire existing bonds, and may set the terms and timing itself.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142274. (a) The authority may provide for the issuance, sale, or exchange or refunding bonds to redeem or retire any bonds issued by the authority upon the terms, at the times, and in the manner which it determines. (b) Refunding bonds may be issued in a principal amount sufficient to pay all, or any part of, the principal of the outstanding bonds, the premiums, if any, due upon call and redemption thereof prior to maturity, all expenses of the refunding, and either of the following: (1) The interest upon the refunding bonds from the date of sale thereof to the date of payment of the bonds to be refunded out of the proceeds of the sale of the refunding bonds or to the date upon which the bonds to be refunded will be paid pursuant to call or agreement with the holders of the bonds. (2) The interest upon the bonds to be refunded from the date of sale of the refunding bonds to the date of payment of the bonds to be refunded or to the date upon which the bonds to be refunded will be paid pursuant to call or agreement with the holders of the bonds. (c) The provisions of this chapter for the issuance and sale of bonds apply to the issuance and sale of refunding bonds. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  13. 142275.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    The authority may borrow money and issue bond anticipation notes, but the notes must stay within the authorized bond amount and must mature within five years of the original notes’ delivery.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142275. (a) The authority may borrow money in anticipation of the sale of bonds which have been authorized pursuant to this chapter, but which have not been sold and delivered, and may issue negotiable bond anticipation notes therefor and may renew the bond anticipation notes from time to time. However, the maximum maturity of any bond anticipation notes, including the renewals thereof, shall not exceed five years from the date of delivery of the original bond anticipation notes. (b) The bond anticipation notes, and the interest thereon, may be paid from any money of the authority available therefor, including the revenues from the retail transactions and use taxes imposed pursuant to this chapter. If not previously otherwise paid, the bond anticipation notes, or any portion thereof, or the interest thereon, shall be paid from the proceeds of the next sale of the bonds of the authority in anticipation of which the notes were issued. (c) The bond anticipation notes shall not be issued in any amount in excess of the aggregate amount of bonds which the authority has been authorized to issue less the amount of any bonds of the authorized issue previously sold, and also less the amount of other bond anticipation notes therefor issued and then outstanding. The bond anticipation notes shall be issued and sold in the same manner as the bonds. (d) The bond anticipation notes and the resolutions authorizing them may contain any provisions, conditions, or limitations which a resolution of the authority authorizing the issuance of bonds may contain. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  14. 142276.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    Bonds issued under this chapter are legal investments for specified funds and may be used as security in the same situations as certain other district bonds.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142276. Any bonds issued under this chapter are legal investments for all trust funds; for the funds of insurance companies, commercial and savings banks, and trust companies; and for state school funds; and whenever any money or funds may, by any law now or hereafter enacted, be invested in bonds of cities, counties, school districts, or other districts within the state, that money or funds may be invested in the bonds issued under this chapter; and whenever bonds of cities, counties, school district, or other districts within the state may, by any law now or thereafter enacted, be used as security for the performance of any act or the deposit of any public money, the bonds issued under this chapter may be so used. The provisions of this chapter are in addition to all other laws relating to legal investments and shall be controlling as the latest expression of the Legislature with respect thereto. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  15. 142277.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. )

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    Challenges to the ordinance or related bonds must be filed within six months after the election approving the ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15. FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY [142000 - 142277] ( Division 15 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Transactions and Use Taxes [142250 - 142277] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. ) ## 142277. Any action or proceeding wherein the validity of the adoption of the retail transactions and use tax ordinance provided for in this chapter, or the issuance of any bonds thereunder, or any of the proceedings in relation thereto, is contested, questioned, or denied, shall be commenced within six months from the date of the election at which the ordinance is approved; otherwise, the bonds and all proceedings in relation thereto, including the adoption and approval of the ordinance, shall be held to be valid and in every respect legal and incontestable. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 301, Sec. 4. Effective July 14, 1986. Repealed on date prescribed in Section 142010.)
  16. 14351.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Exclusion of Unincorporated Territory [14351- 14351.] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    Unincorporated territory in a district may be excluded if the district is not operating any utility, the territory is not inside an incorporated city, and it is not benefited by the district or its continued inclusion.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Exclusion of Unincorporated Territory [14351- 14351.] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 14351. Any territory contained within a district not operating any utility and not included within the boundaries of any incorporated city and not benefited in any manner by the district or by its continued inclusion therein may be excluded therefrom by proceedings under and pursuant to the District Reorganization Act of 1965 (commencing at Section 56000, Government Code). (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 2043.)
  17. 14381.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    If an annexed territory is already served by the city for electricity or water, the city council or other city governing body may propose an agreement to exclude that territory from the district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 14381. If the city to which any territory included in any district has been annexed already serves electricity or water to the territory annexed, the city council or other governing body of the city may propose an agreement for the exclusion of such territory from the district. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 2043.)
  18. 14382.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    An exclusion agreement must be authorized and executed, and the exclusion proceedings must follow the same method used for annexing a public agency to a district under Chapter 9.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 14382. The agreement for exclusion shall be authorized and executed and proceedings for such exclusion taken in the same manner as provided in Chapter 9 (commencing at Section 13801) for the annexation of a public agency to a district. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 2043.)
  19. 14383.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    If an exclusion order is granted, the board and the city’s governing body must agree by contract on how the city will pay its share of taxes and bonded indebtedness for the excluded territory.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 14383. If an order of exclusion is granted, the board and the governing body of the city shall by contract provide for the payment by the city of the proportion of the taxes and bonded indebtedness for which the territory excluded is justly liable. If they do not agree, either may petition the superior court in and for the county in which the property is located for a judgment declaring the proportion of the taxes and bonded indebtedness for which the territory excluded is justly liable. The proceeding shall be governed by the provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure relating to declaratory relief. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)
  20. 14384.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    An exclusion order does not wipe out existing taxes, assessments, or bond-related tax obligations on the excluded property.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11. Exclusion of Territory [14351 - 14384] ( Chapter 11 (2nd of two) enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Exclusion of Incorporated Territory [14381 - 14384] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 14384. The order of exclusion does not invalidate in any manner any taxes or assessments theretofore levied or assessed against the lands excluded nor relieve the property excluded from any outstanding bonds which are a lien thereon at the time of exclusion, nor from any taxes to pay the principal or interest thereof. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)
  21. 14401.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. )

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    Before rates or charges are fixed or changed, the district’s general manager must file a written report and recommendation with the board, and the board must hold a public hearing within 40 days. Notice of the hearing time and place must be published in the district before the hearing.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. ) ## 14401. Before any rates and charges for commodities or service furnished by a district are fixed or changed the general manager shall file with the board a report and recommendation thereon in writing. Within 40 days thereafter the board shall hold a public hearing on the report and recommendation. Prior to the hearing, notice of the time and place of hearing shall be published within the district pursuant to Section 6066 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1974, Ch. 294.)
  22. 14402.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. )

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    A district or interested person may sue to test the validity of district rates or charges, and any court action challenging those rates or charges must be started within 120 days of the ordinance, resolution, or motion taking effect.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. ) ## 14402. A district or any interested person may bring an action pursuant to Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 860) of Title 10 of Part 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure to determine the validity of district rates or charges. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any judicial action or proceeding to attack, review, set aside, void, or annul an ordinance, resolution, or motion fixing or changing rates or charges for the commodities or service furnished by a district shall be commenced within 120 days of the effective date of the ordinance, resolution, or motion. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 203, Sec. 1.)
  23. 14403.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. )

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    The general manager must file a written report and recommendation before certain rate or charge changes, and the board must hold a hearing on it within the stated time frame.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. ) ## 14403. Before the board adopts any change in rates and charges for commodities or services furnished by an electricity district intended to increase or decrease revenues, the general manager shall file with the board a report and recommendation on the proposed changes in writing. Within 90 days, but not less than 30 days after the report is filed, except when unanticipated events cause a sudden and significant change in the electricity district’s financial condition requiring an immediate response, the board shall hold a hearing on the report and recommendation. Notice of the time and place of the hearing shall be published within the district pursuant to Section 6063 of the Government Code, except that, in the case of an unanticipated event requiring an immediate response, notice may be given pursuant to Section 6063a of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1396, Sec. 4.)
  24. 14403.3.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. )

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    When a general manager of an electricity district files a report and recommendation under Section 14403, it must include specified financial, sales, expense, capital expenditure, and revenue-allocation information.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. ) ## 14403.3. The report and recommendation of the general manager of an electricity district filed pursuant to Section 14403 shall include all of the following: (a) The most recent annual report submitted pursuant to Section 11938. (b) A statement of sales volumes by customer types for the preceding two years and estimates of sales volumes for the two years following. (c) A statement of sources and disposition of funds for the preceding two years and estimates of sources and dispositions of funds for the two years following, whether or not the rate change does occur. (d) A statement of capital expenditures anticipated during the next two years following. (e) In sufficient detail to permit an assessment of the need for any proposed changes, a statement of each category of expense for the preceding two years, and estimates of each category of expense for the two years following. (f) Other information as the general manager believes will explain or justify the proposed rate change. (g) The basis for the allocation of the overall revenues among the various types of customers of the electricity district. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1396, Sec. 5.)
  25. 14403.5.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. )

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    At the hearing under Section 14403, the board must allow public testimony from people who gave 10 days' advance written notice and must consider written public reports and recommendations about alternatives to the proposed rate changes.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 6. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [11501 - 14403.5] ( Division 6 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Hearings [14401 - 14403.5] ( Chapter 11.5 added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1207. ) ## 14403.5. At the hearing held pursuant to Section 14403, the board shall do both of the following: (a) Permit any member of the public who has given 10 days advance written notice to present nonduplicative testimony on the proposed rate change or on any alternatives. (b) Consider any report and recommendations submitted in writing by any member of the public on alternatives to the rate changes proposed by the general manager. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1396, Sec. 6.)
  26. 15.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    “Oath” includes affirmation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 15. “Oath” includes affirmation. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)
  27. 150000.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    This division may be cited as the Tuolumne County Road Facilities Improvement Act.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150000. This division shall be known and may be cited as the Tuolumne County Road Facilities Improvement Act. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  28. 150001.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislature states that alternative financing methods are needed for transportation facilities in Tuolumne County and supports allowing county voters to create the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150001. The Legislature hereby finds and declares all of the following: (a) Recognizing the scarcity of resources available for all transportation development, the alternative methods of financing provided in this division are needed to finance the cost of maintaining, acquiring, constructing, and developing facilities for transportation systems in the County of Tuolumne and these methods will increase economic opportunities, contribute to economic development, be in the public interest and serve a public purpose, and promote the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens within the County of Tuolumne. (b) It is in the public interest to allow the voters of Tuolumne County to create the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority so that local decisions can be implemented in a timely manner to provide improvements to the transportation system. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  29. 150002.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “bonds” to include indebtedness and securities of any kind, such as bonds, notes, bond anticipation notes, and commercial paper.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150002. “Bonds” means indebtedness and securities of any kind or class, including bonds, notes, bond anticipation notes, and commercial paper. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  30. 150003.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “Authority” means the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority created under this division in Tuolumne County.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150003. “Authority” means the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority created pursuant to this division in the County of Tuolumne. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  31. 150004.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “City” means the City of Sonora in Tuolumne County.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150004. “City” means the City of Sonora in the County of Tuolumne. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  32. 150005.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    For this section, “County” means the unincorporated area of Tuolumne County.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150005. “County” means the unincorporated area of the County of Tuolumne. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  33. 150006.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “County of Tuolumne” and “Tuolumne County” mean the county’s entire territory, including incorporated cities inside the county.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150006. “County of Tuolumne” and “Tuolumne County” mean the entire territory of the County of Tuolumne, including the territory of incorporated cities within the county. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  34. 150007.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “Electors” means the electors of the city for a city ordinance, or the electors of the county for a county ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150007. “Electors” means the electors of the city with respect to a city ordinance, or the electors of the county with respect to a county ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  35. 150008.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “Ordinance” means a city or county ordinance adopted under Section 150201 that imposes a retail transactions and use tax.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150008. “Ordinance” means either a city ordinance or a county ordinance, adopted pursuant to Section 150201, which imposes a retail transactions and use tax within the city or the county, respectively. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  36. 150009.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “Tuolumne County LTC” and says any successor body taking over LTC’s functions gets LTC’s powers and duties under this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150009. “Tuolumne County LTC” means the Tuolumne County and Cities Area Planning Council, the transportation planning agency for the county established pursuant to Section 29535 of the Government Code. Any board, commission, department, or officer succeeding to the functions of the LTC is granted the powers and duties of the LTC under this division. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  37. 150010.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    “Voters” is defined as the voters of a city for a city ordinance, or the voters of a county for a county ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions, Findings, and Definitions [150000 - 150010] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150010. “Voters” means the voters of the city with respect to a city ordinance, or the voters of the county with respect to a county ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  38. 150050.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    This section creates the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority in Tuolumne County.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150050. There is hereby created the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority in the County of Tuolumne. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  39. 150051.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The appointed Commissioners of the Tuolumne County LTC must serve as the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150051. The appointed Commissioners of the Tuolumne County LTC shall serve as the Tuolumne County Traffic Authority. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  40. 150052.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must limit hiring to staff necessary for its responsibilities, try to use existing Tuolumne County LTC staff and committees as much as possible, and reimburse the Tuolumne County LTC for staff services it provides.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Creation of the Authority [150050 - 150052] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150052. The authority shall hire only that staff as may be necessary to meet its responsibilities, but shall strive to use the existing Tuolumne County LTC staff and committees to the greatest extent possible. The Tuolumne County LTC shall be reimbursed by the authority for any staff services it provides. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  41. 1501.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    A privately owned public utility providing water service must provide facilities for present and future service needs in its service area.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1501. The Legislature recognizes the substantial obligation undertaken by a privately owned public utility which is franchised under the Constitution or by a certificate of public convenience and necessity to provide water service in that the utility must provide facilities to meet the present and prospective needs of those in its service area who may request service. At the same time, the rates that may be charged for water service by a regulated utility are fixed by the Public Utilities Commission at levels which assume that the facilities so installed will remain used and useful in the operation of the utility for a period of time measured by the physical life of such facilities. The Legislature finds and declares that the potential loss of value of such facilities which may result from the construction and operation by a political subdivision of similar or duplicating facilities in the service area of such a private utility often deters such private utility from obtaining a certificate or extending its facilities to provide in many areas a water supply essential to the health and safety of the citizens thereof. The Legislature further finds and declares that it is necessary for the public health, safety, and welfare that privately owned public utilities regulated by the state be compensated for damages that they may suffer by reason of political subdivisions extending their facilities into the service areas of such privately owned public utilities. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752.)
  42. 150100.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority’s organization and procedures manual is the default set of rules for its proceedings and administration, unless this division says otherwise.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150100. The organization and procedures manual of the Tuolumne County LTC shall be the established rules for the proceedings and administration of the authority except as provided otherwise in this division. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  43. 150101.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must hold meetings at least once a year, as often as it decides is necessary, and conduct all meetings under the referenced Government Code chapter.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150101. Meetings of the authority shall be held at least annually and as often as determined necessary by the authority. All meetings of the authority shall be conducted pursuant to Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  44. 150102.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must express its acts by motion, resolution, or ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150102. The acts of the authority shall be expressed by motion, resolution, or ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  45. 150103.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may spend funds only on necessary and reasonable staff support, audit, administrative expenses, and contract services, and it may not spend more than 5% of those funds in any year on staff salaries and benefits.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150103. The authority shall expend only that amount of the funds generated pursuant to this division for staff support, audit, administrative expenses, and contract services that are necessary and reasonable to carry out its responsibilities pursuant to this division. The authority shall not expend more than 5 percent of the funds generated pursuant to this division in any year for salaries and benefits of its staff. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  46. 150104.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must adopt an annual budget, arrange for at least annual postaudits by a certified public accountant, and do all necessary things to carry out this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150104. The authority shall do all of the following: (a) Adopt an annual budget. (b) Cause a postaudit of the financial transactions and records of the authority and of all revenues expended pursuant to this division to be made at least annually by a certified public accountant. (c) Do any and all things necessary to carry out the purposes of this division. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  47. 150105.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must publish notice of the public hearing for the annual budget at least 15 days before the hearing, and the proposed annual budget must be available for public inspection at least 15 days before the hearing.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Administration [150100 - 150105] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150105. (a) The authority shall publish, pursuant to Section 6061 of the Government Code, notice of the time and place of the public hearing for the adoption of the annual budget not later than 15 days prior to the hearing. (b) The proposed annual budget shall be available for public inspection at least 15 days prior to the hearing. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  48. 150150.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may adopt a seal and change it whenever it wants.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150150. The authority may adopt a seal and alter it at its pleasure. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  49. 150151.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may sue and be sued in competent courts, unless another law provides otherwise.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150151. The authority may sue and be sued, except as otherwise provided by law, in all actions and proceedings, in all court tribunals of competent jurisdiction. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  50. 150152.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    Claims for money or damages against the authority are governed by the specified Government Code rules, except where those rules or other expressly applicable laws say otherwise.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150152. All claims for money or damages against the authority are governed by Division 3.6 (commencing with Section 810) of Title 1 of the Government Code except as provided therein, or by other statutes or regulations expressly applicable thereto. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  51. 150153.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may make contracts, enter stipulations, hire labor, and do other acts needed to exercise its powers under this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150153. The authority may make contracts and enter into stipulations of any nature whatsoever, including, but not limited to, contracts and stipulations to indemnify and hold harmless, to employ labor, and to do all acts necessary and convenient for the full exercise of the powers granted in this division. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  52. 150154.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may contract with U.S. departments or agencies, public agencies, or any person, on terms and conditions it finds are in its best interest.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150154. The authority may contract with any department or agency of the United States of America, with any public agency, including, but not limited to, the Department of Transportation, the Tuolumne County LTC, or with any person upon any terms and conditions that the authority finds is in its best interest. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  53. 150155.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may provide and maintain a security force, including by contract or other means, to enforce its regulations and protect its projects and the public peace, health, and safety.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Powers and Functions [150150 - 150155] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150155. The authority may provide and maintain, by contract with a public agency or by other means, a security force to enforce its regulations, preserve and protect any project financed pursuant to this division, and preserve and protect the public peace, health, and safety with respect to its projects. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  54. 1502.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    This section defines several terms used in the chapter.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1502. (a) As used in this chapter, “political subdivision” means a county, city and county, city, municipal water district, county water district, irrigation district, public utility district, California water district, or any other public corporation. (b) As used in this chapter, “service area” means an area served by a privately owned public utility in which the facilities have been dedicated to public use and in which territory the utility is required to render service to the public. (c) As used in this chapter, “operating system” means an integrated water system for the supply of water to a service area of a privately owned public utility. (d) As used in this chapter, “private utility” means a privately owned public utility providing a water service. (e) As used in this chapter, “type of service” means, among other things, domestic, commercial, industrial, fire protection, wholesale, or irrigation service. (f) As used in this chapter, “reclaimed water” means reclaimed water as defined in Section 13050 of the Water Code. (g) As used in this chapter, “private use” means an entity’s use of its own reclaimed water. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 859, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  55. 150200.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    This section says new funds provided by the chapter should supplement existing local revenues used for public transportation, and government agencies are encouraged to keep their current local funding commitment.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150200. The Legislature, by the enactment of this chapter, intends the additional funds provided government agencies by this chapter to supplement existing local revenues being used for public transportation purposes. The government agencies are further encouraged to maintain their existing commitment of local funds for public transportation purposes. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  56. 150201.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may impose a retail transactions and use tax ordinance only if a majority of voting electors approve it at special consolidated elections.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150201. A retail transactions and use tax ordinance shall be imposed by the authority in accordance with Section 150206 and Part 1.6 (commencing with Section 7251) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, if a majority of the electors voting on the measure vote to approve its imposition at special elections called for that purpose by the county and city, respectively. Those elections shall be consolidated. The ordinances shall take effect at the close of the polls on the day of election at which the measures are adopted, to impose the tax at the same rate. The initial collection of the retail transactions and use tax shall take place in accordance with Section 150204. If, at any time, the voters do not approve an ordinance imposing the retail transactions and use tax, the same or a different measure imposing that tax may, at any time thereafter, be submitted to the voters. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  57. 150202.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    A retail transactions and use tax ordinance must state the tax’s nature, rate or maximum rate, and how the revenue will be used. It may also set a tax term of up to 15 years.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150202. The retail transactions and use tax ordinance shall state the nature of the tax to be imposed, the tax rate or the maximum tax rate, the purposes for which the revenue derived from the tax will be used, and may set a term, not to exceed 15 years, during which the tax will be imposed. The purposes for which the tax revenues will be used may include, but are not limited to, the administration of this division, including legal actions related thereto, the construction, capital acquisition, maintenance, and operation of streets, roads, and highways, including state highways. These purposes include expenditures for the planning, environmental reviews, engineering and design costs, and related right-of-way acquisition. The ordinance shall reference an expenditure plan which shall include the allocation of revenues for the purposes authorized by this section. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  58. 150203.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The county must conduct the elections called under Section 150201, and those elections must be handled the same way county elections are handled by law.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150203. (a) The county shall conduct the elections called pursuant to Section 150201. (b) The elections shall be called and conducted in the same manner as provided by law for the conduct of elections by a county. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  59. 150204.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must contract with the State Board of Equalization before the ordinance takes effect.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150204. (a) Any retail transactions and use tax ordinance adopted pursuant to this chapter shall be operative on the first day of the first calendar quarter commencing more than 120 days after adoption of the ordinance. (b) An increase in the tax rate, adopted by the electors’ approval of an ordinance pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 150206, or a decrease in the tax rate adopted by the authority pursuant to Section 150207, shall be operative on the first day of the first calendar quarter commencing more than 120 days after approval by the electors or adoption by the authority, as the case may be. (c) Prior to the operative date of the ordinance, the authority shall contract with the State Board of Equalization to perform all functions incident to the administration and operation of the ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  60. 150205.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority must allocate tax revenues to public transportation purposes according to the ordinance’s expenditure plan, and it may revise that plan with a four-fifths vote after noticed public hearings.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150205. (a) Revenues from the retail transactions and use tax imposed pursuant to this chapter shall be allocated by the authority for public transportation purposes consistent with the expenditure plan referenced in the ordinance imposing the tax. The authority, by a four-fifths vote of its members, may revise that expenditure plan after conducting noticed public hearings on the proposed revision. (b) The amounts allocated to projects within the county and the city, respectively, shall be proportionate to the revenues derived from the tax collected within each of the respective jurisdictions. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  61. 150206.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may set and increase a transactions and use tax rate only within the limits and approval conditions stated here.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150206. (a) The authority, subject to the approval of the voters, may impose a maximum tax rate of 1 percent under this division and Part 1.6 (commencing with Section 7251) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and the authority may state the maximum tax rate at 1 percent or one-half of 1 percent. The authority shall not levy the retail transactions and use tax at a rate other than 1 percent or one-half of 1 percent, unless specifically authorized by the Legislature. (b) The tax rate adopted pursuant to this chapter, unless otherwise prohibited, may be increased by the authority by ordinance adopted in the manner and by the vote stated in Sections 150201 and approved by a majority of the electors voting on the measure at an election called for that purpose. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  62. 150207.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may lower the tax rate, and may later raise it again if it was previously lowered, but not above the voter-approved rate.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150207. The authority may reduce the tax rate to a percentage lower than that approved by the voters and may further provide for an increase of the tax rate if it has previously been lowered. However, the tax rate may not be increased to a rate above the tax rate approved by the voters. Any revised tax rate may be adopted only if the authority determines, by a four-fifths vote of its members, that the proceeds of the taxes with the altered tax rate will be sufficient to provide for the payment of the principal of, and interest on, any limited tax bonds and any other indebtedness incurred by the authority which was to be payable from the proceeds of the retail transactions and use tax. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  63. 150208.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    A ballot proposition for a retail transactions and use tax must seek bond authorization and set the authority’s appropriations limit. Outstanding bonded indebtedness is capped by the bond principal and interest, and cannot exceed projected tax proceeds for the authorized tax period.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150208. (a) A ballot proposition to approve an ordinance for the imposition of a retail transactions and use tax, shall seek authorization to issue bonds payable from the proceeds of the tax and establish the appropriations limit of the authority. (b) The maximum bonded indebtedness which may be outstanding at any one time shall be an amount equal to the sum of the principal of, and interest on, the bonds, but not to exceed the estimated proceeds of the tax for a period of not more than the number of years for which the tax authorized by this chapter is to be imposed. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  64. 150209.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may issue voter-authorized bonds and secure them with tax revenues; the tax pledge has priority over pay-as-you-go financing unless the bond resolution expressly limits that priority.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150209. (a) The bonds authorized by the voters concurrently with the approval of the retail transactions and use tax may be issued by the authority at any time, and from time to time, payable from the proceeds of the tax. The bonds shall be referred to as “limited tax bonds.” The bonds may be secured by a pledge of revenues from the proceeds of the tax. (b) The pledge of the tax to the limited tax bonds authorized under this chapter shall have priority over the use of any of the taxes for “pay-as-you-go” financing, except to the extent that the priority is expressly restricted in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  65. 150210.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may set bonds to have a variable interest rate and specify how and when the rate changes and interest is paid.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150210. The authority may provide for the bonds to bear a variable interest rate, for the manner and intervals in which the rate shall vary, and for the dates on which the interest shall be payable. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  66. 150211.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The authority may issue limited tax bonds, but only by resolution and subject to specified resolution contents and price and interest limits.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150211. Limited tax bonds shall be issued pursuant to a resolution adopted at any time, and from time to time, by the authority by a four-fifths vote of all of its members. The authority may, from time to time, issue bonds in accordance with the Revenue Bond Law of 1941 (Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 54300) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code), for the purposes set forth in the ordinance adopted pursuant to Section 150202, which shall constitute an “enterprise” within the meaning of Section 54309 of the Government Code. Article 3 (commencing with Section 54380) of Chapter 6 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code and the limitations on the rate of interest set forth in subdivision (b) of Section 54402 of the Government Code do not apply to the issuance of the sale of bonds pursuant to this division. Instead, the authority shall authorize the issuance of bonds by resolution, which shall specify all of the following: (a) The purposes for which the bonds are to be issued. (b) The maximum principal amount of the bonds. (c) The maximum term for the bonds. (d) The maximum rate of interest to be payable upon the bonds shall not exceed the maximum rate permitted by Section 53531 of the Government Code or any other applicable provisions of law. In the case of bonds bearing a variable interest rate, the variable rate shall on no day exceed the maximum rate permitted on that day by Section 53531 of the Government Code or any other applicable provisions of law. (e) The maximum discount on the sale of the bonds. However, the bonds shall not be sold at less than 95 percent of the principal amount in the manner determined by the authority. Each resolution shall provide for the issuance of bonds in the amounts as may be necessary, until the full amount of the bonds authorized has been issued. The full amount of bonds may be divided into two or more series with different dates of payment fixed for the bonds of each series. A bond need not mature on its anniversary date. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  67. 150212.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    Bonds issued under this chapter are treated as legal investments for specified funds, and they may be used as security when other laws allow similar bonds to be used that way.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150212. Any bonds issued pursuant to this chapter are a legal investment for all trust funds; for the funds of insurance companies, commercial and savings banks, and trust companies; and for state school funds. Whenever any money or funds may, by any law now or hereafter enacted, be invested in bonds of cities, counties, school districts, or other districts within this state, that money or funds may be invested in the bonds issued under this chapter, and whenever bonds of cities, counties, school districts, or other districts within this state may, by any law now or hereafter enacted, be used as security for the performance of any act or the deposit of any public money, the bonds issued pursuant to this chapter may be so used. The provisions of this chapter are in addition to all other laws relating to legal investment and shall be controlling as the latest expression of the Legislature with respect thereto. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  68. 150213.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    Challenges to the validity of the retail transactions and use tax ordinance, related bond issuance, or related proceedings must be started within six months after the election approving the ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150213. Any action or proceeding wherein the validity of the adoption of the retail transactions and use tax ordinance provided for in this chapter or the issuance of any bonds thereunder or any of the proceedings in relation thereto is contested, questioned, or denied, shall be commenced within six months from the date of the election at which the ordinance is approved; otherwise, the bonds and all proceedings in relation thereto, including the adoption and approval of the ordinance, shall be held to be valid and in every respect legal and incontestable. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  69. 150214.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. )

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    The commission may not impose any tax except the retail transactions and use tax approved by voters under this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 15.5. TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRAFFIC AUTHORITY [150000 - 150214] ( Heading of Division 15.5 renumbered from Division 15 (as added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 163. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Transactions and Use Tax [150200 - 150214] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1. ) ## 150214. The commission may not impose any tax other than the retail transactions and use tax imposed upon approval of the voters in accordance with this division. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)
  70. 1503.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    The Legislature states that when a political subdivision builds or extends water-service facilities in a private utility’s service area, the resulting injury to the private utility’s water-service property is treated as a taking for public purpose to the extent of that injury.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1503. The Legislature finds and declares that whenever a political subdivision constructs facilities to provide or extend water service, or provides or extends such service, to any service area of a private utility with the same type of service, such an act constitutes a taking of the property of the private utility for a public purpose to the extent that the private utility is injured by reason of any of its property employed in providing the water service being made inoperative, reduced in value or rendered useless to the private utility for the purpose of providing water service to the service area. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1240.)
  71. 1504.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    A political subdivision taking property for public purposes must pay just compensation, and it may acquire all the property by resolution if the compensation equals the stated just-compensation value.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1504. Just compensation for the property so taken for public purposes shall be as may be mutually agreed by the political subdivision and the private utility or as ascertained and fixed by a court of competent jurisdiction pursuant to the laws of this state relating to eminent domain, including consideration of the useful value to the political subdivision of the property so taken. Whenever the compensation by a political subdivision under this section is an amount equal to the just compensation value of all the property of the private utility in the operating system that the private utility employs in providing water service to the service area, the political subdivision may, by resolution, provide for the acquisition of all such property. A political subdivision engaged in activities set forth in Section 1503 shall pay just compensation for the property so taken for public purposes. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752.)
  72. 1505.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    Sections 1503 and 1504 apply to a private utility that builds facilities to provide or extend water service, or that provides or extends water service, in territory previously served by a political subdivision with the same kind of service.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1505. The provisions of Sections 1503 and 1504 will be applicable to any private utility which constructs facilities to provide or extend water service or provides or extends such service to any territory theretofore served by a political subdivision with the same type of service. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752.)
  73. 1505.5.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    Sections 1503 and 1504 apply to a political subdivision that builds or extends water-service facilities or service into territory already lawfully served by another political subdivision.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1505.5. The provisions of Sections 1503 and 1504 will be applicable to any political subdivision which constructs facilities to provide or extend water service or provides or extends such service to any territory theretofore actually being lawfully served by any other political subdivision with facilities designed and constructed to provide the same type of service. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any territory, or portion thereof, which is the subject of any final judgment or litigation pending on the effective date of this section involving any duplication of water service occurring prior to the effective date of this section. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 997.)
  74. 1506.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    This section defines “private utility” to include a mutual water company and limits how the chapter applies to mutual water companies in certain service areas.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1506. (a) As used in this chapter, “private utility” includes a mutual water company. In its application to mutual water companies, this chapter affects and relates only to the property, or portion of any property, of a mutual water company that is employed by the company in providing water service in or for a territory that is actually being provided with water service by the company when a political subdivision constructs facilities to provide or extend water service or provides or extends the service to the territory, and that territory shall constitute the “service area” of a mutual water company as used in Section 1502. (b) Subject to the preservation of rights of a mutual water company in subdivision (c), this section does not apply to a political subdivision that constructs facilities to provide or extend recycled water service to the territory of the mutual water company, if the political subdivision complies with the Water Recycling Act of 1991 (Chapter 7.5 (commencing with Section 13575) of Division 7 of the Water Code). (c) The exception in subdivision (b), for a political subdivision that constructs facilities to provide or extend recycled water service to the territory of the mutual water company, does not apply to those customers and their properties to which the mutual water company was providing recycled water service, or for whom the mutual water company has identified and developed specific plans to provide recycled water service, as of December 31, 2014. (Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 817, Sec. 1. (AB 2443) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  75. 1507.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. )

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    This chapter does not apply if all listed conditions are met.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.5. Service Duplication [1501 - 1507] ( Chapter 8.5 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1752. ) ## 1507. This chapter shall not be applicable if all of the following conditions are met: (a) The use is limited to the private use of reclaimed water by an entity that owns a water reclamation plant. (b) The use is limited to the premises of a water reclamation plant or landfill owned by the entity that owns or operates the water reclamation plant. (c) The use is limited to dust suppression, and irrigation purposes, and other uses on the site for which reclaimed water has been approved by the State Department of Health Services. (d) No existing reclaimed water facilities, whether owned or operated by a private utility or political subdivision, can reasonably and economically serve the intended use. (e) If reclaimed water is used on the premises of a landfill, the entity provides appropriate compensation to the private utility or political subdivision for those facilities directly used for the water services being replaced by reclaimed water service. Appropriate compensation shall not include valuations based on revenues lost by the private utility or political subdivision due to replacement of water service with reclaimed water. (f) This section shall apply only in Los Angeles County. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 859, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  76. 15501.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This division may be cited as “The Public Utility District Act.”

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15501. This division may be cited as “The Public Utility District Act.” (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  77. 15502.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This article’s provisions control how this division is interpreted, unless the context requires a different reading.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15502. Unless the context otherwise requires, the provisions of this article govern the construction of this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  78. 15503.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    “District” means a public utility district formed under this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15503. “District” means a public utility district formed pursuant to this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  79. 15504.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    “Board” means the board of directors of a district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15504. “Board” means the board of directors of a district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  80. 15505.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section defines “elector,” “voter,” or “qualified elector” as a voter whose name is on the county great register (or an allowed supplement) and whose listed address matches the unincorporated territory address on the signed certificate or petition.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15505. “Elector,” “voter,” or “qualified elector,” means a voter whose name appears on the great register of the county in which the district is located, or any supplement thereto, allowed by law to be used to determine the eligibility of persons to vote at municipal or county elections, and whose address as it appears on the great register or supplement is in the same unincorporated territory as the address given by him on the certificate or petition that is signed by him. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  81. 15506.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section defines “Original and primary proposition.”

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15506. “Original and primary proposition” means the proposition to incorporate the proposed district with all of the proposed territory joining in the proceedings and mentioned and described in the several petitions presented by the electors. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  82. 15507.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section defines “person” to mean an individual, a firm, or a copartnership.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Definitions [15501 - 15507] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15507. “Person” means an individual, a firm or a copartnership. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1271.)
  83. 15531.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The great register, its supplement, and certain notarized or verified certificates count as sufficient evidence for all purposes of this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15531. The great register or supplement thereto, and certificates in due form of notaries public or verification deputies acknowledging the signature of any voter to any petition or certificate pursuant to this division, are sufficient evidence for all purposes of this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  84. 15532.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section says the division does not repeal or change other laws about public utility districts unless those laws conflict with this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15532. Nothing in this division shall be construed as repealing or modifying the provisions of any other law relating to public utility districts, except insofar as the provisions of such other law are inconsistent with the provisions of this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  85. 15533.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If all of a district’s territory becomes part of a city, the city’s legislative body takes over the district board’s powers and becomes the board for all purposes, and the district board must transfer the district’s property, records, and documents to the city.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [15501 - 15533] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. General Provisions [15531 - 15533] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15533. Whenever all the territory comprising a district becomes part of a city, the legislative body of the city succeeds to the powers of the board of directors of the district and is thereafter for all purposes the board of directors. All property, records, and documents of the district shall be transferred and conveyed by the board of directors to the legislative body of such city. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  86. 15701.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A district may be incorporated and managed in unincorporated territory under this division, and it may exercise the powers expressly granted.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15701. A district may be incorporated and managed in unincorporated territory pursuant to this division and may exercise the powers expressly granted. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  87. 15702.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    People in unincorporated territory must submit a petition to the county board of supervisors to organize a district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15702. Whenever the people of unincorporated territory desire to organize a district, they shall present to the board of supervisors of the county within which the territory is situated a petition describing the territory, and signed by registered voters of the territory equal in number to 15 percent of all votes cast for all candidates for Governor within the same territory at the last preceding general election at which a Governor was elected. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 86. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  88. 15703.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A petition for district formation may be made up of multiple separate instruments, but each proposed district unit must have its own separate petition, and voters in one unit cannot sign another unit’s petition.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15703. The petition may consist of any number of separate instruments, all of which shall constitute one petition. A separate petition is required from each unit of the proposed district. All unincorporated territory participating in the proceedings and situated in one county is a unit for purposes of the proceedings. No registered voter within any one unit of the proposed district shall sign a petition of any other unit of the proposed district. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 87. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  89. 15704.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Petitions for forming a public utility district must identify the territory, set out the district boundaries and name, include the words “public utility district,” and include a request to incorporate the district. Signing registered voters must write their address next to their signature.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15704. Each petition shall name or describe the territory within which the registered voters signing it reside. Every petition shall set forth the boundaries and name of the proposed district, which shall include the words “public utility district.” Every petition shall contain a prayer that a public utility district comprising all of the proposed territory, or any portions thereof as are designated in the petitions as essential to its formation, be incorporated pursuant to this division. Every registered voter signing a petition shall write his or her address opposite his or her signature. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 62, Sec. 266. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  90. 15705.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The county elections official must examine and verify petition signatures within 30 days and certify the result to the board of supervisors.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15705. The county elections official shall within 30 days examine and verify the signatures to the petition and certify the result of the examination to the board of supervisors. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 89. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  91. 15706.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a petition is found insufficient, the county elections official must state how many more qualified-elector signatures are needed. A supplemental petition may be filed within 10 days, and the official must review it within 10 days after filing.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15706. If the county elections official, by his or her certificate, finds that a petition is insufficient, he or she shall certify to the number of additional signatures of qualified electors required to make the petition sufficient, and the petition may be amended by a supplemental petition filed within 10 days from the date of the certificate. Within 10 days after a supplemental petition has been filed, the county elections official shall examine it and certify to the result of the examination. If this certificate shows the petition as amended to be insufficient, it shall be filed by the county elections official in his or her office and kept as a public record, without prejudice to the filing of any other petition to the same effect not less than six months thereafter. If the certificate shows the petition or petition as amended to be sufficient, the county elections official shall present it to the board of supervisors without delay with his or her certificate attached and properly dated. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 90. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  92. 15707.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a supplemental petition is filed, signatures on both the original petition and the supplemental petition are counted when determining how many qualified electors signed the petition.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15707. If a supplemental petition is filed, all signatures appended to the petition and to the supplemental petition shall be considered in determining the number of qualified electors signing the petition. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  93. 15708.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After the election to incorporate the proposed district, the sufficiency of the petition cannot be judicially reviewed or otherwise questioned.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15708. After the election for the incorporation of the proposed district, the sufficiency of the petition in any respects shall not be subject to judicial review or otherwise questioned. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  94. 15709.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Alpine County is treated as the principal county for forming the district, but El Dorado and Amador counties may still disapprove formation by resolution before final Alpine approval.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Petition for Formation [15701 - 15709] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15709. Notwithstanding any provision of law, for purposes of this division all territory in the Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District shall be deemed to be solely within the County of Alpine, which shall be the principal county for purposes of formation of the district and which shall have jurisdiction to approve, disapprove, and carry out all matters pertaining to formation of the district; provided, however, that nothing in this section shall limit or impair the authority of the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado or the County of Amador to disapprove, by resolution, formation of all or any part of the Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District within its territory any time prior to final approval of the district by the County of Alpine. If either county so disapproves, any territory designated by the resolution of disapproval shall be excluded from the boundaries of the district. If the Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District is not incorporated on or before March 1, 1986, this section is repealed on that date. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 733, Sec. 1. Note: This section was not repealed by its own provisions because the conditions failed.)
  95. 15731.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a petition is presented, the board of supervisors must set a hearing date within 15 days after the final publication of notice.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15731. By resolution each board of supervisors to which a petition is presented shall fix a time for a hearing, which shall be within 15 days after final publication of notice. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  96. 15732.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Within 10 days after a petition is presented, the board of supervisors must publish the petition and a notice of the hearing.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15732. Within 10 days after a petition is presented to it, the board of supervisors shall publish a copy of the petition, and a notice that the petition will be heard by the board at the time and place designated by the resolution. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  97. 15733.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The hearing may be adjourned from time to time to determine facts, but the total adjournment time may not exceed two weeks.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15733. The hearing may be adjourned from time to time for the determination of facts, not exceeding two weeks in all. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  98. 15734.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a petition has enough signatures, defects in the petition itself or in the notice do not invalidate the proceedings.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15734. If the signatures attached to the petition are sufficient, no defect in the contents of the petition or in the title to or form of the notice shall vitiate any proceedings thereon. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  99. 15735.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Notice of publication must follow Government Code Section 6062 and be published in an appropriate newspaper for the unincorporated territory, or, if none exists there, in another county newspaper likely to notify electors.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15735. The publication of notice shall be pursuant to Section 6062 of the Government Code in a newspaper of general circulation, printed, published, and circulated in the respective unit of the unincorporated territory, or if no such newspaper is printed, published, and circulated in the territory, in a newspaper printed and published elsewhere in the county and deemed most likely to give notice to the electors of the territory. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 357.)
  100. 15736.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Owners of taxable property in the proposed district may ask for their property to be excluded, and the board can exclude it if it is not substantially benefited by inclusion.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15736. At the hearing or at any time prior thereto, any owner of taxable property within the proposed district may file a petition with the board of supervisors asking that the property described in the petition be excluded from the proposed district. If the board, after hearing, finds the described property will not be substantially benefited by its inclusion in the district, it may exclude such property. At the hearing the board shall make such changes in the proposed boundaries as it deems advisable and shall define and establish the boundaries. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  101. 15737.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A landowner whose property adjoins land in the petition may ask to have that land included in the proposed district, if the board agrees.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15737. Any person owning land adjoining any land described in the petition, upon his verified application, in the discretion of the board, may have his land included within the proposed district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  102. 15738.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    At the hearing, the board must review the petition and notice, hear relevant testimony, and either dismiss the petition if the proposed district is uneconomic or infeasible, or call an election if the petition complies with the law and the district is economic and feasible.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Hearing [15731 - 15738] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15738. At the hearing the board shall determine whether or not the petition complies with the requirements set forth in this division and whether or not the notice has been published as required, and shall hear all competent and relevant testimony offered in support of or in opposition to the petition. If the board determines and finds from the evidence taken at the hearing that the proposed district as its boundaries are described in the petition or as changed by the board is uneconomic or infeasible, it may dismiss the petition, but, if the board determines and finds that the petition complies with the law and that the proposed district is economic and feasible, it shall call an election to be held in the proposed district for the purpose of determining whether or not the district shall be organizaed. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  103. 15761.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Each board of supervisors must call the special election by ordinance, and the ordinance must state the election’s purpose and time, establish precincts, and designate polling places and election officers.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15761. The special election shall be called by ordinance by each board of supervisors. The ordinance shall specify the purpose and time of the election, establish the election precincts, and designate the polling places and the names of the election officers for each precinct. The election shall be held on the next established election date not less than 74 days after completion of publication of the ordinance. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1146.)
  104. 15762.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The election notice must be posted in at least two public places in each precinct of each unincorporated territory where the election is held, for at least 10 days before the election.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15762. The ordinance calling the election shall be published in the unincorporated territory pursuant to Section 6062 of the Government Code. If no newspaper is printed, published, and circulated in the territory, publication shall be made in a newspaper printed and published elsewhere in the county and deemed most likely to give notice to the electors of the territory. The notice of election shall also be posted in at least two public places in each precinct within each unincorporated territory in which the election is held for at least 10 days prior to the election. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 357.)
  105. 15762.1.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After a district formation election is called, the legislative body must send notice to the executive officer within 5 days; the executive officer must then prepare and submit an impartial analysis, and the commission must approve or modify it and send it on.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15762.1. Within five days after the district formation election has been called, the legislative body which has called the election shall transmit, by registered mail, a written notification of the election call to the executive officer of the local agency formation commission of the county or principal county in which the territory or major portion of the territory of the proposed district is located. Such written notice shall include the name and a description of the proposed district, and may be in the form of a certified copy of the resolution adopted by the legislative body calling the district formation election. The executive officer, within five days after being notified that a district formation election has been called, shall submit to the commission, for its approval or modification, an impartial analysis of the proposed district formation. The impartial analysis shall not exceed 500 words in length and shall include a specific description of the boundaries of the district proposed to be formed. The local agency formation commission, within five days after the receipt of the executive officer’s analysis, shall approve or modify the analysis and submit it to the officials in charge of conducting the district formation election. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 736.)
  106. 15762.2.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Certain supervisors, authorized board members, voters, and citizen associations may file written arguments for or against a proposed district formation, but the argument must be no more than 300 words and must be filed at least 54 days before the election.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15762.2. The board of supervisors or any member or members of the board authorized by the board, or any individual voter or bona fide association of citizens entitled to vote on the district formation proposition, or any combination of such voters and associations of citizens, may file a written argument for or a written argument against the proposed district formation. Arguments shall not exceed 300 words in length and shall be filed with the officials in charge of conducting the election not less than 54 days prior to the date of the district formation election. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 736.)
  107. 15762.3.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If more than one argument for or against a proposed district formation is filed on time, election officials must choose one argument to print and distribute to voters.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15762.3. If more than one argument for or more than one argument against the proposed district formation is filed with the election officials within the time prescribed, such election officials shall select one of the arguments for printing and distribution to the voters. In selecting the arguments, the election officials shall give preference and priority in the order named to the arguments of the following: (a) The board of supervisors or any member or members of the board authorized by the board. (b) Individual voters or bona fide associations of citizens or a combination of such voters and associations. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 736.)
  108. 15762.4.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Election officials must print and mail a ballot pamphlet to eligible voters for a district formation election, and the pamphlet must include specified materials in order.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15762.4. The officials in charge of conducting the election shall cause a ballot pamphlet concerning the district formation proposition to be voted on to be printed and mailed to each voter entitled to vote on the district formation question. The ballot pamphlet shall contain the following in the order prescribed: (a) The complete text of the proposition. (b) The impartial analysis of the proposition prepared by the local agency formation commission. (c) The argument for the proposed district formation. (d) The argument against the proposed district formation. The election officials shall mail a ballot pamphlet to each voter entitled to vote in the district formation election at least 10 days prior to the date of the election. The ballot pamphlet is “official matter” within the meaning of Section 13303 of the Elections Code. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 923, Sec. 186. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  109. 15763.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must hold and conduct the election, canvass the returns, and declare the result.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15763. The election shall be held and conducted, the returns canvassed, and the result declared by the board of supervisors in the manner provided by general law for such elections in the particulars in which provision is made therefor, and in all other respects in the manner provided by law for the holding of special elections within such counties. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  110. 15764.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The ballot must state the district-formation proposition in substantially the listed wording.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15764. The proposition submitted at the election shall be stated upon the ballot substantially as follows: “Shall ________ public utility district (naming it) be organized pursuant to Division 7 of the Public Utilities Code. Yes ◻ No ◻” (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  111. 15765.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After an election result is declared, the county board chairman must prepare, sign, authenticate, duplicate, and deliver a certificate within the stated time.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Election [15761 - 15765] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15765. Within five days after the result of the election is declared, and the order is made where required, the chairman of the board of supervisors of each county in which the election is held shall make and execute a certificate, signed by him as such official and authenticated under the seal of the county, setting forth the proposition submitted to the electors, the fact of such submission, and the result of the election as so declared. The certificate shall be made and executed in duplicate, and shall be delivered in duplicate without delay to the board of supervisors of the county in which the proposed district, or the greater part of its population, is situated, or to the clerk of such board. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  112. 15791.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must review the election certificates within three weeks after all elections are held, and if the vote requirement is met, it must declare the district formed and record the district’s name and boundaries in its minutes.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15791. The board of supervisors receiving the certificates delivered pursuant to Section 15765 shall meet and examine them within three weeks after all the elections are held. If it appears from the certificates that a majority of the votes cast at the election in each unincorporated territory in which such elections are held is in favor of the incorporation of the district, the board of supervisors shall so declare and shall state by order entered in its minutes the name and boundaries of the district, and that the district is formed pursuant to this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  113. 15792.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If the certificates show a majority of voting electors opposed district formation, the proceedings fail.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15792. If it appears from the certificates that a majority of the electors voting at the election has voted against the formation of the district, the proceedings shall fail entirely. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  114. 15793.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After examining the certificates and making the Section 15791 order, the board of supervisors must promptly bundle the duplicate certificates into two certified rolls.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15793. When the board of supervisors has completed its examination of the certificates, and has made the order provided in Section 15791, it shall forthwith attach together the duplicate certificates in two rolls, each roll to contain one of each of the certificates and a copy of the order of the board of supervisors, duly certified under the hand and official seal of the clerk of the board of supervisors. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  115. 15794.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must immediately file one district roll with the Secretary of State and ensure the other roll is recorded and filed with the relevant county offices.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15794. The board of supervisors shall immediately deposit one roll for filing in the office of the Secretary of State, and cause the other roll to be recorded in the office of the recorder of each county in which any part of the district is situated and filed in the office of the county elections official of the county in which the district, or the greater part of its population, is situated. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 91. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  116. 15795.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After receiving the duplicate roll, the Secretary of State must issue a certificate for the public utility district, and the board of supervisors must hold and deliver that certificate to the district’s board of directors after the board is elected and organized.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15795. Upon the receipt of the duplicate roll the Secretary of State shall issue his certificate reciting that it is filed in his office and that the public utility district, naming it, is incorporated as a district pursuant to this division. The certificate shall be forwarded to the board of supervisors and by it held and delivered to the board of directors of the district after the election and organization of the board of directors. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  117. 15796.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The Secretary of State, county recorder, and county elections official may not charge a fee for services required under this article.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15796. No charge shall be made by either the Secretary of State or any county recorder or county elections official for the services required of him or her under this article. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 92. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  118. 15797.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    When the duplicate roll is filed with the Secretary of State, the district becomes a public utility district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15797. From and after the date the duplicate roll is filed with the Secretary of State, the district is incorporated as a public utility district, with all the rights, privileges, and powers set forth in this division. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  119. 15798.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The district board may change the district’s name by ordinance and must notify specified state and county officials of the change.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Establishment of the District [15791 - 15798] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15798. The board may change the name of the district by adoption of an ordinance changing the name of the district and by giving notification of the name change to the State Controller, the State Board of Equalization, and the board of supervisors of each county which has land within the district. (Added by Stats. 1968, Ch. 446.)
  120. 15821.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Contest of Incorporation [15821 - 15822] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Challenges to a district’s incorporation must be started within 20 days after the certificate of incorporation date, and minor irregularities that do not substantially harm a citizen’s legal rights do not invalidate the incorporation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Contest of Incorporation [15821 - 15822] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15821. No informality in any proceeding or in the conduct of any election, not substantially affecting adversely the legal rights of any citizen, shall be held to invalidate the incorporation of any district. Any proceedings wherein the validity of incorporation is sought to be denied shall be commenced within 20 days after the date of the certificate of incorporation, otherwise the incorporation and the legal existence of the district, and all proceedings in respect thereto, shall be held valid and in every respect legal and incontestable. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  121. 15822.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Contest of Incorporation [15821 - 15822] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A contest must be filed in the superior court, related contests are consolidated, the court must decide the case quickly, and either party may appeal within 30 days.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Contest of Incorporation [15821 - 15822] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15822. Any such contest shall be brought in the superior court of the county where the district, or the greater part of its population, is situated. If more than one contest is pending they shall be consolidated and tried together. The court having jurisdiction shall speedily try the contest and determine upon the hearing whether the election was fairly conducted and in substantial compliance with this division, and enter its judgment accordingly. Either party to the record may appeal within 30 days from the entry of judgment, and the appeal shall be heard and determined by the Supreme Court within 60 days from the filing of the notice of appeal. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  122. 15841.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Verification deputies must be qualified electors who live within the district or proposed district where they are appointed.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15841. Verification deputies shall be qualified electors residing within the territory of the district or the proposed district for which they are appointed. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  123. 15842.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Verification deputies for district-related petitions must be appointed by the county elections official before a district is formed, and by the district clerk for other purposes after formation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15842. Verification deputies required to verify signatures to petitions for the formation of a district, or to certificates or petitions nominating candidates for election to the first board of directors of newly formed districts, shall be appointed by the county elections official of any county in which the territory of the district is situated, and verification deputies required for any other purpose after the formation of a district shall be appointed by the clerk of the district. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 93. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  124. 15843.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Verification deputies may be appointed only on a written application signed by at least five and no more than ten qualified electors from the relevant district area.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15843. Appointments of verification deputies shall be made upon written application of not less than five (5) nor more than ten (10) qualified electors of any territorial unit or units of the district, or the proposed district, as the case may be. The application shall state that the signers desire the appointment of the person whose name and address is given therein as a verification deputy for the purpose of taking the oaths of signers of petitions or certificates in the matter of ________. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  125. 15844.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Verification deputies do not have to use a seal, may not administer oaths beyond the purpose of their appointment, and their appointment lasts only 90 days from the date of appointment.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15844. Verification deputies need not use a seal, and shall not have power to administer oaths for any purpose other than that for which they are appointed. Their appointment shall continue for ninety (90) days only from the date of appointment. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  126. 15845.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Verification deputies must not be paid from the county treasury or a district treasury, whether directly or indirectly, in whole or in part.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15845. Verification deputies shall not be paid, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, out of the county treasury or the treasury of a district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  127. 15846.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Before appointment, a verification deputy must make and file an oath with the appointing clerk.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Formation of Districts [15701 - 15846] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Verification Deputies [15841 - 15846] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15846. Before appointment a verification deputy shall make and file with the clerk appointing him an oath as to his age, place of residence, occupation, and whether or not he is a qualified elector residing within the territory of the district, or the proposed district, for which he is appointed. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  128. 15951.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A district must elect a board of directors at an election held on the next established election date, at least 74 days after formation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15951. At an election held in the district on the next established election date not less than 74 days after its formation a board of directors shall be elected, to consist of as many members as there are territorial units in the district and as many additional members, not less than three nor more than four, as are required to constitute a board composed of an odd number of directors. Where the district lies entirely in one county the number of directors shall be three, elected at large. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1146.)
  129. 15952.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A director at large must be a resident and a qualified elector of the district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15952. A director at large shall be a resident and qualified elector of the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  130. 15953.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Unincorporated territories in the same county and within the district are treated as one territorial unit, and each unit with at least 5,000 people gets one director.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15953. All unincorporated territories situated in the same county and included within the district shall be regarded as an entirety and as a territorial unit of the district. Each unit having a population of at least 5,000 is entitled to one director. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  131. 15954.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Candidates for a director seat elected by a unit must be nominated from each territorial unit, and the remaining directors must be nominated from the district at large.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15954. Candidates for the office of director to be elected by a unit shall be nominated from each such territorial unit, and the remaining number of directors shall be nominated from the district at large. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  132. 15955.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Each directorship is treated as a separate office for nomination and election, and for filling vacancies.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15955. Each directorship is a separate office for the purpose of nomination and election, and for the filling of vacancies. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  133. 15956.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Candidates for directors at large must be labeled on candidacy and election materials as the relevant directorship number, unless the district board adopts an ordinance removing the need for numbered offices.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15956. (a) Candidates for directors at large shall be designated in all declarations of candidacy, nominating certificates, and on all official election ballots as candidates for a particular directorship at large, in accordance with the declarations of candidacy which the candidates have filed with the county elections official or the clerk of the district, as the case may be. Each office of director at large shall be designated as “director at large” number one, number two, number three, or number four, there being as many numbers as there are directors at large to be elected. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a) or any other provision of this article, the board of directors of a district may adopt an ordinance that requires that candidates for directors at large need not designate a numbered office. The ordinance shall instead require that the candidates receiving the greatest number of votes districtwide as there are directors to be elected shall be elected to the board of directors. (Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 14, Sec. 1. (SB 673) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  134. 15957.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Candidates for director must be identified on candidacy papers, nominating certificates, and official ballots by the unit they represent.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15957. Candidates for director from the several territorial units entitled to one director each shall be designated in all declarations of candidacy, nominating certificates, and on all official election ballots as candidates for director from ____ unit, giving the name or other designation of the unit entitled to the office of director in accordance with the declarations of candidacy which the candidates have filed with the proper clerk. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  135. 15958.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a district contains only one unit of unincorporated territory, that unit may be designated as “the unincorporated territorial unit.”

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15958. If only one unit of unincorporated territory is contained in the district, it may be designated as “the unincorporated territorial unit.” (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  136. 15959.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a district contains two or more units of unincorporated territory, the units must be numbered, named, and designated by the board of supervisors for the first election, and later by the district’s board of directors.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15959. If two or more units of unincorporated territory are contained in the district, they shall be numbered, named, and designated by the board of supervisors in charge of the election of the first board of directors, and subsequently from time to time by the board of directors of the district, as unincorporated territorial unit number one, number two, number three, and so forth, there being as many numbers as there are units in the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  137. 15960.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must name and designate each territorial unit of the district by ordinance after the district is formed, and before nomination papers can first be filed.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15960. The board of supervisors shall number, name, and designate each territorial unit of the district by ordinance at a regular or special meeting after the formation of the district, and in time to permit publication and taking effect of the ordinance before the earliest time when nominating certificates and declarations of candidacy for the board of directors may be filed. The ordinance shall remain in force until the board of directors of the district, by ordinance, shall number, name, and designate the territorial units. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  138. 15961.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Director names or numbers do not matter after election or appointment and qualification; they only identify the separate office for nomination, election, or vacancy filling.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15961. Designations of directors by name or number have no significance whatever after election and qualification of the directors or after appointment and qualification of a director appointed to fill a vacancy, but merely fix the designation and status of each such office as a separate office for the purpose of nomination and election thereto, or for filling a vacancy. Sections 15953 to 15960, inclusive, apply to the election of the first board of directors of the district, as well as to all elections of directors held by the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  139. 15961.5.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    In districts wholly or partly in Placer County, director candidates may be elected at large, by wards, or from wards if the board adopts a resolution or ordinance and the board of supervisors approves it, or through a covered reorganization process.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15961.5. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of the division, the candidates for director of any district that is wholly or partially within the County of Placer may be elected at large, by wards, or from wards upon adoption of a resolution or ordinance to that effect by the board of directors of the district, subject to approval of the board of supervisors, or as a part of a change of organization or a reorganization conducted pursuant to the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000, Division 3 (commencing with Section 56000) of Title 5 of the Government Code. (b) A resolution or ordinance that divides a district into wards adopted pursuant to subdivision (a) shall describe the boundaries of the wards so that the wards shall be as nearly equal in population as may be. (c) As used in this section: (1) “By wards” means the election of members of the board of directors by voters of the ward alone. (2) “From wards” means the election of members of the board of directors who are residents of the ward from which they are elected by the voters of the entire district. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 296, Sec. 40. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  140. 15961.6.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    For certain districts in San Diego County, director candidates may be elected at large or by subdistricts if the board adopts a resolution or ordinance and the required approvals or reorganization conditions are met.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15961.6. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this division, the candidates for director of any district that is wholly or partially within the County of San Diego may be elected at large or by subdistricts upon adoption of a resolution or ordinance to that effect by the board of directors of the district, subject to approval of the board of supervisors, or as a part of a change of organization or a reorganization conducted pursuant to the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 (Division 3 (commencing with Section 56000) of Title 5 of the Government Code). (b) A resolution or ordinance that divides a district into subdistricts adopted pursuant to subdivision (a) shall describe the boundaries of the subdistricts so that the subdistricts shall be as nearly equal in population as may be. (c) As used in this section, “by subdistricts” means the election of members of the board of directors by voters of the subdistrict alone. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 168, Sec. 1. (SB 927) Effective August 22, 2016.)
  141. 15962.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must determine and record the population of each unincorporated territory unit when calling the first board of directors election.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15962. The population of each unit of unincorporated territory within the district shall be determined at the time of calling the election of the first board of directors by the board of supervisors calling the election and shall be stated in the ordinance calling the election and in the notice of the election. The determination shall continue in force until set aside by the board of directors of the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  142. 15963.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of directors must determine the boundaries of each unit of unincorporated territory within the district under the referenced Elections Code provisions.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15963. The board of directors shall determine the boundaries of each unit of unincorporated territory within the district pursuant to Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 22000) of Division 21 of the Elections Code. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 435, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  143. 15965.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    District director elections must be held in the district’s unincorporated territory and administered by the county board of supervisors.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15965. The election of directors shall be held in the unincorporated territory included within the district and shall be called by the board of supervisors of the county in which the district, or the greater part of its population, is situated, and shall be called, held, and conducted, the returns canvassed, and the result declared by the board of supervisors in the manner and form provided by law for special elections within the county. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  144. 15966.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    At least five electors may file a petition with the board of directors at least 30 days before the election to place named candidates on the ballot.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15966. (a) Not less than 30 days prior to the election, any five or more electors in the district may file with the board of directors a petition requesting that the names of certain persons specified in the petition be placed upon the ballot as candidates for the office of director at large. (b) Not less than 30 days prior to the election, any five or more electors of a territorial unit may file with the board of directors a petition requesting that the name of a designated person specified in the petition be placed upon the ballot as candidate for the office of director from the territorial unit. (Amended by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1196.)
  145. 15967.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of supervisors must issue a certificate of election to each person who is elected and declared elected.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15967. A certificate of election shall be issued by the board of supervisors to each person elected and declared elected. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  146. 15968.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Each director must take and subscribe an official oath and file it with the board office immediately after receiving a certificate of election and before starting office duties.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15968. Immediately after receiving his or her certificate of election and before assuming the duties of office, each director shall take and subscribe an official oath and file it in the office of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 617, Sec. 30.)
  147. 15969.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Official oaths must use the form provided by law for county officers.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15969. All official oaths shall be in the form provided by law for official oaths of county officers. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 617, Sec. 31.)
  148. 15970.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a person elected does not qualify for office, the office is filled as though it were a vacancy.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15970. If a person elected fails to qualify, the office shall be filled as if there were a vacancy in the office. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  149. 15971.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    After the first board is elected, the board of directors must call and run later director elections.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15971. Elections of directors after election of the first board shall be called and held by the board of directors, and shall be called, held, and conducted, nominations for the office of director made, the returns canvassed, and the result declared by the board as provided in Article 6 of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  150. 15972.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A district board may ask voters to raise the board from three directors to five, and electors may do so by initiative ordinance.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15972. The board of directors of a district which lies entirely within one county may submit to the qualified electors, at a general election or a special election called for that purpose, a proposition to increase the number of directors from three to five. By initiative ordinance the electors of such a district may adopt legislation providing for the increase of the number of directors from three to five. The initiative proceedings shall be conducted in all respects as prescribed by general law for the initiative by electors of counties. If a majority of the electors voting at the election vote in favor of the proposition, the district shall have five directors elected at large. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  151. 15973.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board must appoint two qualified district electors within 30 days after an increase in directors is authorized, and the elected directors must divide their terms into two- and four-year terms.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15973. Within 30 days after an increase in the number of directors has been authorized, the board of directors shall appoint two qualified electors of the district to serve as members of the board until the next biennial election, at which there shall be elected two directors in addition to the number previously authorized. After the directors elected at the biennial election have qualified, they shall meet and classify themselves so that one shall hold office for two years and the other for four years. Thereafter, there shall be elected at each biennial district election a number of directors, corresponding to the number whose terms expire, who shall hold office for four years. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  152. 15973.1.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section lets the local agency formation commission increase the board size for certain consolidated or reorganized public utility districts, and it allows the board to leave a vacancy unfilled in some cases.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15973.1. (a) Notwithstanding Sections 15951, 15972, and 15973, the local agency formation commission, in approving either a consolidation of districts or the reorganization of two or more districts into a single public utility district may, pursuant to subdivisions (k) and (n) of Section 56886 of the Government Code, increase the number of directors to serve on the board of directors of the consolidated or reorganized district to 7, 9, or 11, who shall be members of the board of directors of the districts to be consolidated or reorganized as of the effective date of the consolidation or reorganization. (b) Upon the expiration of the terms of the members of the board of directors of the consolidated district, or a district reorganized as described in subdivision (a), whose terms first expire following the effective date of the consolidation or reorganization, the total number of members on the board of directors shall be reduced until the number equals the number of members permitted by the principal act of the consolidated or reorganized district, or any larger number as may be specified by the local agency formation commission in approving the consolidation or reorganization. (c) In addition to the powers granted under Section 1780 of the Government Code, in the event of a vacancy on the board of directors of the consolidated district or a district reorganized as described in subdivision (a) at which time the total number of directors is greater than five, the board of directors may, by majority vote of the remaining members of the board, choose not to fill the vacancy. In that event, the total membership of the board of directors shall be reduced by one board member. Upon making the determination not to fill a vacancy, the board of directors shall notify the board of supervisors of its decision. (d) For the purposes of this section the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Consolidation” means consolidation, as defined in Section 56030 of the Government Code. (2) “District” or “special district” means district or special district, as defined in Section 56036 of the Government Code. (3) “Reorganization” means reorganization, as defined in Section 56073 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 172, Sec. 15. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  153. 15974.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Board members of the Johnsville Public Utility District in Plumas County must be either district voters or district landowners.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15974. Notwithstanding Section 15952 or any other provision of this division, each member of the board of directors of the Johnsville Public Utility District in Plumas County, whether elected or appointed, shall be either a voter of the district or an owner of land within the district. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 36.)
  154. 15975.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    This section lets Georgetown Divide Public Utility District director candidates be elected by wards if the district board adopts a resolution or ordinance dividing the district into wards and setting boundaries, and the supervisors approve it.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15975. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this division, candidates for director of the Georgetown Divide Public Utility District may be elected by wards upon adoption of a resolution or ordinance to this effect by the board of directors of the district dividing the district into wards and fixing the boundaries thereof, subject to approval of the board of supervisors. The boundaries shall be fixed such that the wards shall be as nearly equal in population as may be, and the board of supervisors shall approve the boundaries fixed by the board of directors if it so finds. (b) Nomination papers may be circulated only within the ward from which the candidate is to be elected. (c) The wards shall be reapportioned subject to the approval of the board of supervisors after each federal decennial census. (Added by Stats. 1980, Ch. 63, Sec. 1.)
  155. 15976.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The district’s board must have five members elected at large, and every board member must be a resident and qualified elector of the district.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Election of Directors [15951 - 15976] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 15976. Notwithstanding any provision of law, the Board of Directors of the Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District shall consist of five members, elected at large. Each member of the board, including a member appointed to fill a vacancy, shall be a resident and qualified elector of the district. If the Kirkwood Meadows Public Utility District is not incorporated on or before March 1, 1986, this section is repealed on that date. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 733, Sec. 2. Note: Repeal condition failed; the district was incorporated on Dec. 4, 1984.)
  156. 16.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. )

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    A signature or subscription can include a mark if the person cannot write, and certain mark-based signatures work only with two witnesses.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## GENERAL PROVISIONS ( General Provisions enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## 16. “Signature” or “subscription” includes mark when the signer or subscriber cannot write, such signer’s or subscriber’s name being written near the mark by a witness who writes his own name near the signer’s or subscriber’s name; but a signature or subscription by mark can be acknowledged or can serve as a signature or subscription to a sworn statement only when two witnesses so sign their own names thereto. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)
  157. 1600.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions [1600 - 1601] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. )

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    This provision states the Legislature’s findings for the School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program and explains that it is meant to save energy, create jobs, and support schools and school children.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions [1600 - 1601] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## 1600. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) The School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program, established pursuant to Section 1610, is intended to save energy, create jobs in a time of economic crisis, and provide direct support to schools and school children in underserved communities. (b) The combined extraordinary crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic recession require mustering all possible state resources to protect our most vulnerable populations while also bolstering the economy as a whole. (c) There is no program in California dedicated to improving ventilation and energy efficiency in California schools at the scale required to safely prepare schools for operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. This program is vitally needed to protect the health, safety, and ability to learn for California’s school children and the health of California’s teachers. (d) There is no program in California dedicated to replacing old, inefficient plumbing fixtures that waste potable water (and the energy needed to treat and convey that water) and that have high lead content that can leach into student’s drinking water. This program is needed to replace inefficient fixtures and appliances in schools, which would save approximately 6 billion gallons of water a year and protect student health. (e) It is the intent of the Legislature to advance high-quality jobs in underserved communities by increasing demand for skilled workers to implement this work. (f) The School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program is an urgent energy efficiency measure. This program will reduce energy use in schools that otherwise would result from repairs and upgrades to school ventilation systems that are necessary to meet current classroom ventilation requirements and applicable COVID-19 school reopening guidance. This program will also replace old, out-of-date fixtures and hot-water appliances that waste significant amounts of water and energy compared to the standards required for current fixtures and appliances. All ratepayers will benefit from the reduction in system load resulting from this program. (Added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. (AB 841) Effective January 1, 2021. Repealed as of January 1, 2027, pursuant to Section 1640.)
  158. 160000.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. )

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    The Peninsula Corridor Study Joint Powers Board is redesignated as the Peninsula Rail Transit District and gets the additional powers listed in Chapter 2.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## 160000. The Peninsula Corridor Study Joint Powers Board, created pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 1328 of the Statutes of 1987, is hereby redesignated the Peninsula Rail Transit District and, as such, has the additional powers provided for in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 160005). (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. Conditionally operative as prescribed by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 11.)
  159. 160001.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. )

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    This section defines “district” as the Peninsula Rail Transit District.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## 160001. As used in this division, “district” means the Peninsula Rail Transit District. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. Conditionally operative as prescribed by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 11.)
  160. 160002.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. )

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    The district board must have nine members, appointed by specified local transit bodies and local officials.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [160000 - 160002] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## 160002. The district board shall be comprised of nine members appointed as follows: (a) The governing bodies of the municipal railway operated by the City and County of San Francisco, the San Mateo County Transit District, and the Santa Clara County Transit District shall each appoint one member. (b) The Boards of Supervisors of the City and County of San Francisco, the County of San Mateo, and the County of Santa Clara shall each appoint one member. (c) The Mayor of the City and County of San Francisco shall appoint one member. (d) The city councils of cities within the County of San Mateo, shall jointly appoint one member. (e) The city councils of cities within the County of Santa Clara shall jointly appoint one member. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. Conditionally operative as prescribed by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 11.)
  161. 160005.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Powers of the District [160005 - 160006] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. )

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    The district has several powers, including acquiring and handling rail property, contracting, setting rates and services, appointing staff, suing or being sued, and indemnifying certain rail-related parties.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Powers of the District [160005 - 160006] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## 160005. In addition to powers delegated to the Peninsula Corridor Study Joint Powers Board by a joint exercise of powers agreement pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 1328 of the Statutes of 1987, the district has all of the following powers: (a) To acquire real and personal property of every kind for rail purposes by grant, gift, devise, lease, or eminent domain, and to hold, use, sell, lease, or transfer any such property. (b) To enter into any contract necessary for its powers. (c) To establish or change rates, charges, and services. The Public Utilities Commission has no jurisdiction over the district or any of its activities except as to matters of public safety. (d) To indemnify and defend any railroad corporation, regardless of its negligence, that operates rail services for the district pursuant to contract. (e) To appoint an executive officer, and to employ staff and legal counsel. (f) To sue and be sued. (g) To indemnify and defend the Department of Transportation with respect to the transfer of rights-of-way, stations, rail passenger equipment, and facilities, and contracts, leases, or agreements relative to those properties whose ownership or responsibility is transferred to the district in accordance with the terms of an agreement to be negotiated. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. Conditionally operative as prescribed by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 11.)
  162. 160006.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Powers of the District [160005 - 160006] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. )

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    The district may acquire and operate rail-related property, contract for rail service, and later provide commuter rail service if the stated conditions are met.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16. PENINSULA RAIL TRANSIT DISTRICT [160000 - 160006] ( Division 16 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Powers of the District [160005 - 160006] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 4. ) ## 160006. (a) If the district acquires stations, facilities, and passenger equipment owned or leased by the Department of Transportation for the passenger rail service provided by the Southern Pacific Transportation Company between San Francisco and San Jose and points in between, and if the district acquires from the Department of Transportation the right-of-way between San Francisco and San Jose presently owned by the Southern Pacific Transportation Company, the district may own, operate, construct, manage, and maintain rights-of-way, stations, facilities, and equipment necessary for the operation of rail passenger and freight services between San Francisco and Alma and points in between, and may contract with any railroad corporation for the purchase of, or to subsidize, service between San Francisco and Alma and points in between. Upon completion of the conditions specified in subdivision (a) of Section 14035.4 of the Government Code, the district may provide commuter rail service between San Jose and Gilroy. (b) Any assets transferred from the Department of Transportation to the district without compensation shall be transferred with all attendant obligations, liabilities, debts, and grant conditions established by the department, including Urban Mass Transportation Administration grants and sale and leaseback contracts. (Amended (as added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434) by Stats. 1989, Ch. 922, Sec. 3. Section conditionally operative as prescribed by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1434, Sec. 11.)
  163. 16001.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Directors must meet on the first Tuesday after election and qualification and assign terms by lot.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16001. On the first Tuesday after their election and qualification, the directors shall meet and classify themselves by lot, so that the largest possible minority shall hold office for two years, and a majority for four years. Thereafter at each biennial district election their successors shall be elected for the term of four years. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  164. 16002.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Board members may be paid compensation set by ordinance, subject to yearly, daily, and monthly limits, and may waive those payments.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16002. (a) Each member of the board may receive the compensation that the board by ordinance provides, not exceeding four thousand eight hundred dollars ($4,800) a year. (b) (1) As an alternative to subdivision (a), the board may provide, by ordinance or resolution, that each of its members receive compensation in an amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100) for each day of service. A member of the board shall not receive compensation for more than 10 days of service in a month. (2) For the purposes of this subdivision, a “day of service” means any of the following: (A) A meeting conducted pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code). (B) Representation of the district at a public event, if that representation has been previously approved at a meeting of the board and the member delivers a written report regarding the member’s representation to the board at the board meeting immediately following the public event. (C) Representation of the district at a public meeting or a public hearing conducted by another public agency, if that representation has been previously approved at a meeting of the board and the member delivers a written report regarding the member’s representation to the board at the board meeting immediately following the public meeting or public hearing. (D) Representation of the district at a meeting of a public benefit nonprofit corporation on whose board the district has membership if that representation has been previously approved at a meeting of the district’s board and the member delivers a written report regarding the member’s representation to the board at the board meeting immediately following the corporation’s meeting. (E) Participation in a training program on a topic that is directly related to the district if that representation has been previously approved at a meeting of the board and the member delivers a written report regarding the member’s participation to the board at the board meeting immediately following the training program. (c) Notwithstanding subdivisions (a) and (b), the board of directors of a water district, as defined in Section 20200 of the Water Code, may increase the amount of compensation that may be received by members of the board by ordinance adopted pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 20200) of Division 10 of the Water Code. (d) The board may provide, by ordinance or resolution, that its members receive their actual and necessary traveling and incidental expenses incurred while on official business. Reimbursement for these expenses is subject to Sections 53232.2 and 53232.3 of the Government Code. (e) A member of the board may waive any or all of the payments permitted by this section. (f) For purposes of this section, the determination of whether a member’s activities on any specific day are compensable shall be made pursuant to Article 2.3 (commencing with Section 53232) of Chapter 2 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 213, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  165. 16003.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a director’s office becomes vacant, the vacancy must be filled under Government Code Section 1780.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Terms and Compensation of Directors [16001 - 16003] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16003. A vacancy in the office of director shall be filled pursuant to Section 1780 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1059.)
  166. 1601.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions [1600 - 1601] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. )

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    This section defines key terms used in the School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program chapter.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions and Definitions [1600 - 1601] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## 1601. For purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings: (a) “Local educational agency” means a school district as defined in Section 41302.5 of the Education Code, a charter school that has been granted a charter pursuant to Part 26.8 (commencing with Section 47600) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, or a regional occupational center established pursuant to Section 52301 of the Education Code that is operated by a joint powers authority and that has an active career technical education advisory committee pursuant to Section 8070 of the Education Code. (b) “SRVEVR Program” means the School Reopening Ventilation and Energy Efficiency Verification and Repair Program as specified in Article 3 (commencing with Section 1620). (c) “Skilled and trained workforce” has the same meaning as set forth in Section 2601 of the Public Contract Code. (d) “SNPFA Program” means the School Noncompliant Plumbing Fixture and Appliance Program as specified in Article 4 (commencing with Section 1630). (e) “Underserved community” means a community that meets one of the following criteria: (1) Is a “disadvantaged community” as defined by subdivision (g) of Section 75005 of the Public Resources Code. (2) Is included within the definition of “low-income communities” as defined by paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 39713 of Health and Safety Code. (3) Is within an area identified as among the most disadvantaged 25 percent in the state according to the California Environmental Protection Agency and based on the most recent California Communities Environmental Health Screening Tool, also known as CalEnviroScreen. (4) Is a community in which at least 75 percent of public school students in the project area are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals under the National School Lunch Program. (5) Is a community located on lands belonging to a federally recognized California Indian tribe. (f) “Utility” or “utilities” means both of the following: (1) An electrical corporation with 250,000 or more customer accounts within the state. (2) A gas corporation with 400,000 or more customer accounts within the state. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 77, Sec. 29. (AB 137) Effective July 16, 2021. Repealed as of January 1, 2027, pursuant to Section 1640.)
  167. 16031.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of directors exercises the district’s powers unless another provision in the division says otherwise.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16031. Except as otherwise provided in this division, the powers of the district shall be exercised by the board of directors. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  168. 16032.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board of directors must choose one of its members to serve as president.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16032. The board of directors shall choose one of its members president. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  169. 16033.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The district president must sign all contracts and may have to perform other duties assigned by the board.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16033. The president shall sign all contracts on behalf of the district and perform such other duties as may be imposed by the board. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  170. 16034.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board may contract for or employ professional services needed by the district, the board, or district officers.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16034. The board may from time to time contract for or employ any professional services required by the district, the board, or any officers of the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  171. 16035.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    At its first meeting, after qualifying and organizing, the board must appoint a clerk, accountant, general manager, and treasurer.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16035. At the first meeting of the board, after the board has qualified and organized, it shall appoint the clerk, accountant, general manager, and treasurer. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  172. 16036.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board may decide by ordinance that the county treasurer will perform the district treasurer’s duties, and the ordinance must set out how district money is drawn from the treasurer’s hands.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16036. In lieu of appointing a treasurer, the board may elect that the duties of treasurer be performed by the treasurer of the county in which the district, or the greater part of its population, is situated. Whenever the board by ordinance so determines, such duties shall be performed by the county treasurer. The ordinance shall also prescribe the manner in which money is to be drawn out of the various funds belonging to the district in the hands of the treasurer. The treasurer shall be served with a certified copy of the ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  173. 16037.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board may combine two or more offices in one person.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16037. The board may consolidate two or more offices in the same person. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  174. 16038.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board may provide an assistant for any district officer, and that assistant may do the officer’s acts if the board authorizes it.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16038. The board may provide for an assistant to any officer of the district who may perform the acts his principal may perform, when authorized so to do by the board. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  175. 16039.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board must, at the first meeting after each fiscal year ends, prepare and immediately publish a verified statement of the district’s financial condition.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16039. At the first meeting after the end of each fiscal year, the board shall render and immediately cause to be published a verified statement of the financial condition of the district. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  176. 16040.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The financial statement must specifically show receipts and disbursements for the period since the last statement and the last fiscal year, including the source of receipts and the purpose of disbursements.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16040. The financial statement shall show particularly the receipts and disbursements since the publication of the last preceding statement and of the last preceding fiscal year and the source of such receipts and the purpose of such disbursements. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  177. 16041.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The financial statement must be published under Government Code Section 6066 in a newspaper of general circulation in the district, or if none exists, in a newspaper of general circulation in a county where part of the district is located.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16041. Publication of the financial statement shall be made pursuant to Section 6066 of the Government Code in a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in the district, or if there is no such newspaper, in a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in a county where any part of the district is situated. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 357.)
  178. 16042.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If the board neglects or refuses to comply with certain specified sections, that can be grounds for removal from office.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16042. A neglect or refusal of the board to comply with Sections 16601 to 16614, inclusive, 16644 to 16659, inclusive, and 16467 is cause for removal from office. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  179. 16043.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    District directors and officers must not have any direct or indirect interest in contracts awarded by the board or in the profits from those contracts.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16043. No director or other officer of the district shall in any manner be interested, directly or indirectly, in any contract awarded or to be awarded by the board, or in the profits to be derived from it. Violation of this section is a misdemeanor and a director or officer convicted shall forfeit his office, and shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1092, Sec. 363. Effective September 27, 1983. Operative January 1, 1984, by Sec. 427 of Ch. 1092.)
  180. 16044.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    A district may destroy a record if it does so under the referenced Government Code chapter.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Powers and Duties of Directors [16031 - 16044] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16044. A district may destroy a record pursuant to Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 60200) of Division 1 of Title 6 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 158, Sec. 33. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  181. 16071.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board must set its own meeting rules, decide the time and place of meetings, and specify how special meetings are called.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16071. The board shall establish rules for its proceedings and shall provide for the time and place of holding meetings and the manner in which special meetings may be called. All legislative sessions of the board, whether regular or special, are open to the public. A majority of the board constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  182. 16072.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board may act only by ordinance, resolution, or motion, and those actions need a majority affirmative vote to pass or take effect.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16072. The board shall act only by ordinance, resolution, or motion. The ayes and noes shall be taken upon the passage of all ordinances, resolutions, or motions and entered upon the journal of the proceedings of the board. No ordinance, resolution, or motion shall be passed or become effective without the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 192.)
  183. 16073.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    All ordinances must use the specified enacting clause.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16073. The enacting clause of all ordinances shall be: “Be it enacted by the board of directors of _______ public utility district:”. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  184. 16074.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Resolutions and ordinances must be signed by the board president and attested by the secretary.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16074. All resolutions and ordinances shall be signed by the president of the board and attested by the secretary. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  185. 16075.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    An ordinance does not take effect until at least 30 days after passage, and the clerk must post copies before that period ends; if there is a local newspaper, the ordinance must also be published there.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16075. No ordinance passed by the board takes effect less than 30 days after its passage. At least one week before the expiration of the said 30 days copies of the ordinance shall be posted by the clerk at three public places in the district, and if there is a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in the district, the ordinance shall be published in the newspaper pursuant to Section 6061 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 357.)
  186. 16076.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    An order entered in the board minutes stating that an ordinance was duly posted and published is prima facie proof of that posting and publication.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16076. An order entered in the minutes of the board that an ordinance has been duly posted and published is prima facie proof of such posting and publication. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  187. 16077.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The board must first authorize by ordinance any tax levy for a purpose other than interest or sinking fund payments if the levy will raise more than $50,000.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16077. All tax levies for a purpose other than interest or sinking fund payments shall be first authorized by the board by ordinance when the amount proposed to be raised by a tax levy exceeds fifty thousand dollars ($50,000). (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 709, Sec. 2.)
  188. 16078.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Within 30 days after an ordinance is passed, qualified district voters may present the board with a protest petition if it is signed by voters equal to 10% of the district’s governor-vote total from the last general election.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16078. During the 30 days following passage of an ordinance pursuant to Section 16077 a petition, signed by qualified voters of the district equal to 10 percent of the entire vote cast within the district for all candidates for Governor at the last preceding general election at which a Governor was voted for, protesting against the passage of the ordinance may be presented to the board. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  189. 16079.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    When the board receives a petition under Section 16078, it must have the district clerk verify the signatures and report the result within 10 days.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16079. Immediately upon receipt of a petition submitted pursuant to Section 16078 the board shall cause the clerk of the district to examine and verify the signatures, and to certify the result to the board within 10 days. If the petition is found insufficient, the clerk shall certify to the number of additional signatures of qualified electors required to make the petition sufficient, and the petition may be amended by a supplemental petition filed within 10 days from the date of the certificate. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  190. 16080.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    The clerk must examine a supplemental petition and certify the result within 10 days after it is filed.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16080. Within 10 days after the filing of a supplemental petition, the clerk shall examine it and certify to the result of his examination. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  191. 16081.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    An ordinance does not take effect until examination, verification, and certification are completed.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16081. An ordinance is suspended from going into operation until the examination, verification, and certification are completed. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  192. 16082.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If a petition or amended petition is certified sufficient, the ordinance is suspended and the board must reconsider it.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16082. If a petition, or petition as amended, is certified to be sufficient the ordinance is suspended from going into operation and the board shall reconsider it. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  193. 16083.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    If the board does not fully repeal an ordinance on reconsideration, it must submit the ordinance to the electors for a vote, and the ordinance is not operative unless a majority approve it.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16083. If the board does not entirely repeal the ordinance upon reconsideration, it shall submit the ordinance to a vote of the electors at a general district election or at a special district election called for the purpose, and the ordinance shall not become operative unless approved by a majority of the voters voting upon it. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  194. 16084.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. )

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    Petitions and related proceedings under this article must follow general-law rules on form, signatures, preparation, election procedures, voting, counting returns, and declaring results, unless this division says otherwise.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 7. PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ACT [15501 - 18055] ( Division 7 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Internal Organization of Districts [15951 - 16196] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Meetings and Legislation [16071 - 16084] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72. ) ## 16084. Unless otherwise provided in this division, petitions made pursuant to this article, in the matter of form, signatures, and preparation, and the proceedings based upon them, in the matter of calling and conducting an election, the manner of voting, cavassing the return, and declaring the result shall conform as nearly as practicable to the provisions of general law relating to direct legislation or the referendum by cities. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)
  195. 1610.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 2. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1610 - 1618] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. )

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    Utilities must file a joint advice letter by February 1, 2021, and the commission must approve it by March 1, 2021.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 1. REGULATION OF PUBLIC UTILITIES [201 - 3299.100] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## PART 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT [201 - 2120] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764. ) ## CHAPTER 8.7. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1600 - 1640] ( Chapter 8.7 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## ARTICLE 2. School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program [1610 - 1618] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. ) ## 1610. By no later than February 1, 2021, the utilities shall file a joint advice letter pursuant to Section 5.1 of General Order 96-B, to fund a joint School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program as part of each of their energy efficiency portfolios. The School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program shall be a joint program among all the participating utilities that shall be consistent across the utility territories and shall be designed, administered, and implemented by the Energy Commission as the program administrator. The commission shall approve the advice letter no later than March 1, 2021. The School Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program shall consist of both of the following programs: (a) The School Reopening Ventilation and Energy Efficiency Verification and Repair Program as specified in Article 3 (commencing with Section 1620). (b) The School Noncompliant Plumbing Fixture and Appliance Program as specified in Article 4 (commencing with Section 1630). (Added by Stats. 2020, Ch. 372, Sec. 5. (AB 841) Effective January 1, 2021. Repealed as of January 1, 2027, pursuant to Section 1640.)
  196. 161000.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. )

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    This section states the Legislature’s findings and intent to protect transportation corridors and preserve land for future transportation use.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## 161000. (a) The Legislature finds and declares as follows: (1) Transportation is vital to the state’s economy, and a complete transportation system is essential in times of disaster. (2) Transportation corridors should be protected from uses which are incompatible with transportation requirements. (3) Important potential transportation corridors are being developed for other purposes. (b) It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature in enacting this division to vest in the Department of Transportation responsibility for implementing a program of transportation right-of-way protection and conservation within essential transportation corridors by acquiring and holding transportation corridor lands which would otherwise be lost to public use. (c) It is the further intent of the Legislature in enacting this division to preserve land which is needed or will be needed for transportation corridors consistent with applicable environmental protection laws and regulations. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1.)
  197. 161001.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “commission” to mean the California Transportation Commission.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## 161001. As used in this division, “commission” means the California Transportation Commission. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1.)
  198. 161002.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. )

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    This section says that, in this division, “department” means the Department of Transportation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## 161002. As used in this division, “department” means the Department of Transportation. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1.)
  199. 161003.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. )

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    In this division, “secretary” means the Secretary of Transportation.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## 161003. As used in this division, “secretary” means the Secretary of Transportation. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 510. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)
  200. 161004.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “transportation corridor” for this division.

    ## Public Utilities Code - PUC ## DIVISION 16.5. STATE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PRESERVATION [161000 - 161031] ( Division 16.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions and Definitions [161000 - 161004] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1. ) ## 161004. As used in this division, “transportation corridor” means an area or one or more parcels of land that meets any of the following requirements: (a) Designated by the commission as necessary under the adopted state transportation improvement plan. (b) Designated by a transportation planning agency, county transportation commission, or the San Diego County Metropolitan Transit Development Board as necessary under the adopted regional transportation implementation plan. (c) Within the adopted route of a state highway. (d) Within the adopted route of a county or city highway or exclusive mass transit guideway which is consistent with the county or city general plan. (e) Designated by the commission as being within one of two or more proposed routes or alignments for a state highway. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 781, Sec. 1.)

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