§ 34206 City Mayor Definition

Health and Safety Code·California

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•The word 'Mayor' in this law means the main leader of a city.
•If a city has a different name for this leader, that person is still the 'Mayor' under this law.
•This rule was added a long time ago, in 1951.

Example

In a town, the main leader is called 'City Manager' instead of 'Mayor'.

Even though the title is different, this law says that 'City Manager' counts as the 'Mayor' because they do the same job.

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§ 34206 City Mayor Definition

“Mayor” means the mayor of the city or the officer charged with the duties customarily imposed on the executive head of the city. (Added by Stats. 1951, Ch. 710.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 34206.

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