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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 22Pt. 2Ch. 23Art. 5§ 78501 Council Financial Records Access

§ 78501 Council Financial Records Access

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§ 78501 Council Financial Records Access

Key Takeaways

  • •The council must keep records of all its money stuff, like deals, contracts, and spending.
  • •These records must always be available for the director to check or audit.
  • •This rule was added in 1990.

Example

If the council spends money to buy new computers for a school, they must write it down in their records.

The director can look at these records anytime to make sure the money was spent the right way.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 78501 Council Financial Records Access

The council shall keep books, records, and accounts of all of its transactions, dealings, contracts, agreements, funds, and expenditures that it deems necessary. The books, records, and accounts shall at all times be open to inspection and audit by the director. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1151, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

contractagreementdirectorthe councilinspection

Related Statutes

  • § 64632 Council Financial Records Access
  • § 76751 Council Financial Records Access
  • § 64155 Council Financial Records Access
  • § 78450 Director'S Administrative Powers
  • § 78494 Council Member Liability Protection

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 78501.
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