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HomeWater CodeDiv. 1Ch. 2Art. 1§ 131 Department Employment And Purchases

§ 131 Department Employment And Purchases

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§ 131 Department Employment And Purchases

Key Takeaways

  • •The department can hire people to help with their work.
  • •They can buy or rent things they need, like tools or equipment.
  • •This helps them do their job better.

Example

The department needs more people to help clean up parks.

They can hire extra workers and buy tools like trash bags and rakes to get the job done.

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

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§ 131 Department Employment And Purchases

The department may employ such assistance as may be necessary for the proper discharge of its duties, and may purchase or rent any necessary supplies, instruments, tools, equipment, and conveniences. (Added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

departmentassistancesuppliesinstrumentstoolsequipmentconveniences

Related Statutes

  • § 163 Commission Staffing Authority
  • § 134 Department Funds Administration
  • § 8550 Board Independence And Authority
  • § 1054 Official Acts Certification
  • § 1056 Publication Fee Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 131.
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