California § 53705 - A city, county or city and county may appropriate funds and may do all acts neces
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 53705 — A city, county or city and county may appropriate funds and may do all acts neces, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53705. A city, county or city and county may appropriate funds and may do all acts neces
A city, county or city and county may appropriate funds and may do all acts necessary to assume and carry out or continue any program, or part thereof, which is operated by any other public agency, private person or corporation and whereby federal funds have been granted to such public agency, private person or corporation for purposes of health, education, welfare, public safety, law enforcement activities which have not been preempted by state law, prevention or reduction of crime, rehabilitation of persons convicted of crime or juvenile offenders, or public works or community improvements, where the federal funds for such programs are to be terminated or substantially reduced by the federal government; provided however, that no such program shall be operated pursuant to this section for a period exceeding two years. A city, county or city and county may perform any act or service authorized by this section by means of a contract with an independent contractor. The independent contractor may be a public agency, private person or corporation. The board of supervisors or city council may appropriate funds for such programs and may do all acts necessary to continue the program in action.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 53705
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 53705 cover?
Section 53705 ("A city, county or city and county may appropriate funds and may do all acts neces") 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 § 53705?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 53705" (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 § 53705 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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