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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 2Ch. 9Art. 3§ 12738 Department Community Services Authority

§ 12738 Department Community Services Authority

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§ 12738 Department Community Services Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The Department of Community Services and Development can make rules and give out money to help with their jobs.
  • •They can also sign contracts if it helps them do what they need to do.
  • •These rules were updated in 2007 and started being used in 2008.

Example

If a town needs money to build a new park, the Department of Community Services and Development can give them the money.

The department can give out money to help towns build things like parks, which is part of their job.

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

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§ 12738 Department Community Services Authority

In addition to the general powers vested in the Department of Community Services and Development by Section 12087, the department may promulgate regulations, make grants, and enter into contracts as necessary and appropriate to carry out its responsibilities under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 46, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008. Repealed conditionally as prescribed by Section 12790.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

promulgate regulationsmake grantsenter into contractsSection 12087

Related Statutes

  • § 12735 Governor'S Federal Compliance Application
  • § 12736 Community Block Grant Assurances
  • § 38501 Park Land Abandonment Rules
  • § 38502 Park Land Abandonment Approval
  • § 38503 Park Abandonment Resolution Process

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 12738.
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