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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 5Ch. 4§ 12540 Executive Director Appointment

§ 12540 Executive Director Appointment

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§ 12540 Executive Director Appointment

This law says a board must pick an executive director from a list of at least two people given by the commissioner. The director has to do what the commissioner and the board tell them to do.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board can't just pick anyone—they have to choose from a list of at least two people.
  • •The executive director has to listen to both the commissioner and the board.
  • •The list of candidates comes from the commissioner, not the board.

Example

Imagine a school board needs to hire a principal. The superintendent gives them a list of two candidates.

The board must pick the principal from that list, and the principal has to follow the rules set by both the superintendent and the board.

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

Official Source
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§ 12540 Executive Director Appointment

From a list of not less than two persons submitted to it by the commissioner, the board shall appoint an executive director, whose duties shall be as required by the commissioner and by the board. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 232, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

executive directorcommissionerboard

Related Statutes

  • § 12541 Executive Director Compensation
  • § 10653 Water Management Plan Compliance
  • § 1121 Service Of Board Decisions
  • § 1330 Protesting Application Approval
  • § 1331 Protest Requirements And Service

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 12540.
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