California § 53700 - A county, city, municipal corporation, or district may do any and all things nece
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 53700 — A county, city, municipal corporation, or district may do any and all things nece, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53700. A county, city, municipal corporation, or district may do any and all things nece
A county, city, municipal corporation, or district may do any and all things necessary under federal law or rule of a federal department, agency, mandatory, or authority, to secure monetary aid either as a loan or as an outright appropriation: (a) To reduce any of its indebtedness. (b) To fund or refund any such indebtedness, whether relating to general obligation bonds or to the obligations represented by special assessment bonds for the unpaid principal upon any assessment levied prior to September 15, 1935 pursuant to state law in which the lien is special as to a particular property described in the assessment or bond, or whether the bonds are to be paid and discharged from an annual levy in accordance with the assessed value of all of the lands in a district.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 53700
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 53700 cover?
Section 53700 ("A county, city, municipal corporation, or district may do any and all things nece") 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 § 53700?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 53700" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 53700 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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