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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 5Ch. 2§ 12511 Board Composition Appointment

§ 12511 Board Composition Appointment

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§ 12511 Board Composition Appointment

This law says how the board is made up. It has eight members, two of whom are regular people chosen by the Governor, plus the heads of Water Resources and Fish and Game (or someone they pick).

Key Takeaways

  • •The board has eight members.
  • •Two members are regular people chosen by the Governor.
  • •The heads of Water Resources and Fish and Game (or their picks) are also on the board.

Example

Imagine a group that decides rules about water and fish in California.

This group has eight people in it. Two are regular folks the Governor picks, and two are the bosses of Water Resources and Fish and Game (or someone they choose to go instead).

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

Official Source
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§ 12511 Board Composition Appointment

The board consists of eight members appointed by the Governor as provided in this chapter, two of whom shall be public members appointed by the Governor, and the Director of Water Resources and the Director of Fish and Game or their designees. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1027, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

boardGovernorpublic membersDirector of Water ResourcesDirector of Fish and Game

Related Statutes

  • § 12512 Board Appointment Process Water Agencies
  • § 12518 Board Reports To Governor
  • § 177 Board Member Appointment Terms
  • § 182 Board Chairperson Designation
  • § 8554 Governor Selects Board President

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 12511.
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