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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 7Ch. 6Art. 4§ 14976 Board Officer Elections

§ 14976 Board Officer Elections

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§ 14976 Board Officer Elections

This law says that the board must choose a chairman and can also pick other officers whenever it wants.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board must elect a chairman.
  • •The board can create or change other officer positions as needed.
  • •These choices are made by the board itself, not by outside rules.

Example

A community garden board needs to pick a new leader after the previous chairman resigns.

The board votes to appoint one of its members as chairman and can also name a treasurer and secretary if it thinks those roles are helpful.

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

Official Source
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§ 14976 Board Officer Elections

The board shall elect a chairman, and from time to time such other officers as it may deem advisable. (Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1275.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

boardchairmanofficers

Related Statutes

  • § 14977 Board Meeting Requirements
  • § 14975 Board Advisory Powers
  • § 14978 Board Designates Administering Entities
  • § 14978.1 Designated Entities
  • § 12041 Abolishing Pest Control Committee

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 14976.
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