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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 7Ch. 3Art. 4§ 16073 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format

§ 16073 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format

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§ 16073 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format

Key Takeaways

  • •Every new rule made by the public utility district must start with the same special sentence.
  • •The special sentence is: 'Be it enacted by the board of directors of _______ public utility district:'.
  • •This makes sure all rules look the same and come from the right people.

Example

The public utility district wants to make a new rule about saving water.

When they write the rule, they must start it with the special sentence to show it's official.

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

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§ 16073 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format

The enacting clause of all ordinances shall be: “Be it enacted by the board of directors of _______ public utility district:”. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

enacting clauseordinancesboard of directorspublic utility district

Related Statutes

  • § 24911 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format
  • § 28795 Ordinance Enacting Clause
  • § 30274 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format
  • § 11911 Ordinance Enacting Clause Format
  • § 15973.1 District Board Expansion Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 16073.
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