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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 13Ch. 6Art. 4§ 101240 District Financial Auditing System

§ 101240 District Financial Auditing System

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 101240 District Financial Auditing System

This law says the boss of a special area (like a water or park district) must keep good money records so everyone can see how much money they have and where it's spent.

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss of a special district must keep good money records.
  • •The records must always show how much money the district has and how it’s being used.
  • •This is to make sure money is spent the right way and not wasted.

Example

Imagine your town has a special park district that takes care of all the parks. The park district gets money from taxes and fees.

The boss of the park district must keep clear records of all the money coming in (like fees from park events) and going out (like paying for new swings or park cleaners). If they don’t, they’re breaking the law.

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

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§ 101240 District Financial Auditing System

The general manager shall cause to be installed and maintained a system of auditing and accounting which shall completely and at all times show the financial condition of the district. (Added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1161.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

general managersystem of auditing and accountingfinancial condition of the district

Related Statutes

  • § 101242 Annual District Financial Report
  • § 101243 Public Financial Report Access
  • § 101244 Financial Report Publication
  • § 101245 Financial Report Distribution
  • § 100380 Vta Social Security Coverage

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 101240.
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