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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 1Ch. 10.5Art. 1§ 27406 Special Transit District Creation

§ 27406 Special Transit District Creation

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§ 27406 Special Transit District Creation

Key Takeaways

  • •The board can decide to create a special transit service area if they think it's needed.
  • •This area can include parts of two or more public agencies.
  • •The board must describe the boundaries of this new area in their decision.

Example

A city wants to improve bus services in a busy area that spans two towns.

The city board can pass a rule to create a special bus service zone covering parts of both towns if they think it will help people get around better.

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

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§ 27406 Special Transit District Creation

The board may initiate proceedings for the creation of a special transit service district within the area of the district by passing a resolution declaring that the public interest or necessity demands the creation of a special transit service district, and describing its boundaries, which shall include all or any part of two or more public agencies. A public agency to be included may be described by name if the entire area of the agency is included. No certified copy of the resolution need be filed with the secretary of the district. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 116.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

special transit service districtpublic agenciesresolutionboundaries

Related Statutes

  • § 27402 Special Transit District Formation
  • § 27403 Transit District Formation Petition
  • § 27404 Special Transit District Petition
  • § 27411 Transit District Formation Hearing
  • § 27417 Special Transit District Creation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 27406.
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