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HomeWater CodeDiv. 5Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 4§ 8038 City Bond Issuance Rules

§ 8038 City Bond Issuance Rules

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§ 8038 City Bond Issuance Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •The city can sell bonds for money.
  • •The city can't sell bonds for less than their face value.
  • •The city council decides when to sell these bonds.

Example

Imagine the city needs money to build a new park.

The city can sell bonds to get the money, but they can't sell a $100 bond for $90. They have to sell it for at least $100.

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

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§ 8038 City Bond Issuance Rules

Any of the bonds may be issued and sold by the city council at not less than its face value. (Added by Stats. 1943, Ch. 369.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

bondscity councilface value

Related Statutes

  • § 11140 Post-Bond Revenue Reimbursement
  • § 8030 City Bond Denomination Rules
  • § 8032 Bond Annual Repayment Requirement
  • § 8034 City Interest Rate Limit
  • § 8036 City Bond Execution Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 8038.
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