California § 31140 - Whenever the authority determines that it is for the best interests of the public

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 31140 — Whenever the authority determines that it is for the best interests of the public, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 31140. Whenever the authority determines that it is for the best interests of the public

Whenever the authority determines that it is for the best interests of the public highways in the state that the toll tunnel be constructed and operated by the authority, based upon preliminary estimates of the cost of construction thereof, an estimate of the amount required to be raised for that purpose by the issuance of revenue bonds, and a statement of the probable amount of money, property, materials, or labor to be contributed from other sources in aid of the construction prepared by its staff, it shall adopt a resolution declaring that public interest and necessity require the construction of the toll tunnel and authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the purpose of obtaining funds in an amount not in excess of that estimated to be required for the construction thereof.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 31140

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 31140 cover?

Section 31140 ("Whenever the authority determines that it is for the best interests of the public") 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 § 31140?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 31140 apply to my situation?

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