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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 8Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 3§ 5871 Board Minutes Certification

§ 5871 Board Minutes Certification

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§ 5871 Board Minutes Certification

This rule says the clerk must quickly make an official copy of the board's meeting notes and send it to the Secretary of State.

Key Takeaways

  • •The clerk must act immediately after the meeting.
  • •The copy of the minutes must be certified (officially confirmed).
  • •The certified copy must be sent to the Secretary of State.

Example

The board of supervisors finishes a meeting about a new park. Right after the meeting, the clerk writes down everything, signs the paper to show it's correct, and mails it to the state office.

The clerk follows the rule by making a certified copy of the meeting minutes right away and sending it to the Secretary of State.

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

Official Source
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§ 5871 Board Minutes Certification

The clerk of the board of supervisors shall thereupon immediately make up and certify a copy of these minutes and order and transmit them to the Secretary of State. (Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

clerk of the board of supervisorsminutes and orderSecretary of State

Related Statutes

  • § 6042 Board Minutes Certification
  • § 5873 District Formation Completion
  • § 5872 Harbor District Formation Certification
  • § 6043 Harbor District Formation Certification
  • § 6044 District Formation Completion

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 5871.
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