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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 1Ch. 8Art. 3§ 26455 Proposition Failure Recording

§ 26455 Proposition Failure Recording

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§ 26455 Proposition Failure Recording

Key Takeaways

  • •If a city vote or idea doesn't pass, they have to write it down in their official notes.
  • •This is just about keeping track of what didn't work, not about punishing anyone.
  • •It’s like when your teacher writes down who didn’t finish their homework.

Example

A town votes on whether to build a new park, but most people say no.

The city has to write in their meeting notes that the park idea failed. That’s it—no extra rules or punishments, just a record.

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

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§ 26455 Proposition Failure Recording

If the proposition fails to carry, the result shall be entered upon the minutes of the governing body of the city. (Added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1036.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

propositiongoverning bodyminutes

Related Statutes

  • § 26456 Annexation Agreement Execution
  • § 90812 Annexation Ballot Instructions
  • § 90813 Annexation Voter Approval
  • § 90814 Proposition Failure Recording
  • § 90815 Annexation Agreement Execution

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 26455.
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