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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 3Ch. 5Art. 1§ 56821 Special District Representation Rules

§ 56821 Special District Representation Rules

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§ 56821 Special District Representation Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •Special groups (like water or fire districts) can ask to be part of a bigger county group.
  • •They can also ask to remove rules that affect how they do their jobs.
  • •This is done by making an official request (like a resolution).

Example

A small fire district wants to change a rule that stops them from sharing equipment with nearby towns.

The fire district can make an official request to remove that rule so they can work better with other towns.

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

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§ 56821 Special District Representation Rules

Either the commission or the legislative body of any independent special district within a county may adopt a resolution initiating proceedings as follows: (a) It may propose representation of special districts upon the commission. (b) It may propose the repeal of regulations affecting the functions and services of special districts. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 667, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2002.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

resolutioncommissionregulationrepresentation

Related Statutes

  • § 56822 Special District Regulation Repeal
  • § 56824.1 Special District Regulation Review
  • § 56824.5 Hearing And Report Changes
  • § 56824.7 Special District Regulation Repeal
  • § 12930 Department Powers And Duties

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 56821.
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