California § 5851 - If the whole district is so included within one city, the district shall continue
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§ 5851. If the whole district is so included within one city, the district shall continue
If the whole district is so included within one city, the district shall continue in existence for all purposes until a copy of a resolution adopted by the city requesting dissolution of the district or requesting transfer of jurisdiction over the district and the funds of the district to the city is filed with the board of supervisors whereupon the district shall be dissolved or jurisdiction over the district shall be transferred by resolution of the board of supervisors to the city, as requested by the resolution adopted by the city, and such funds shall be paid to the treasurer of that city and administered by the legislative body of the city for the benefit of the district.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5851
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5851 cover?
Section 5851 ("If the whole district is so included within one city, the district shall continue") 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 § 5851?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 5851 apply to my situation?
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