California § 20897 - The local agency, by contract made with another public agency or with a public ut
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20897 — The local agency, by contract made with another public agency or with a public ut, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20897. The local agency, by contract made with another public agency or with a public ut
The local agency, by contract made with another public agency or with a public utility, may provide for the construction, installation, or ownership of any improvements or for the furnishing of maintenance or service for any improvements. Any contract with another public agency shall be made in compliance with all laws applicable to the other public agency and to the local agency. Any contract with a public utility shall be made in compliance with and subject to all tariffs, rules, and rate schedules of the public utility on file with and approved by the Public Utilities Commission. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a contract may contain such provisions as may be agreed upon by the local agency and the other public agency or the public utility, as the case may be.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20897
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20897 cover?
Section 20897 ("The local agency, by contract made with another public agency or with a public ut") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 20897?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20897" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 20897 apply to my situation?
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