Montana § 7-11-230 - Procedure For Making Recommendations
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 7-11-230 — Procedure For Making Recommendations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-11-230. Procedure For Making Recommendations
Procedure for making recommendations. After public hearing, the commission shall submit proposals contained in its comprehensive program for action as follows: (1) If the comprehensive plan of the commission includes the creation of or any change, alteration, consolidation, dissolution, or annexation with respect to any unit of local government or special district a procedure for which is provided by law upon petition by the people and an election, the commission shall make public its proposal or proposals to the people in the area or areas affected. (2) If the comprehensive plan includes the consolidation or transfer of the administrative and financial responsibilities for services between or among municipalities and counties, the commission shall make public its recommendation to the electorate of the local governments for referenda as provided for in 7-11-302 . (3) If the comprehensive plan includes any change, alteration, interlocal agreement, consolidation, dissolution, or annexation with respect to any unit of local government or special district which can be carried into effect under existing law by action of the governing bodies of the units affected, the commission shall recommend the necessary action to the governing body or bodies of the units of government concerned. (4) If the comprehensive plan includes the creation of or any change, alteration, consolidation, dissolution, or annexation with respect to any unit of local government or special district which necessitates enabling legislation or amendments to the general laws or constitution of Montana, the commission shall make such recommendation or recommendations to the ensuing legislature.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 7-11-230
What does Montana Code Annotated § 7-11-230 cover?
Section 7-11-230 ("Procedure For Making Recommendations") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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