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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 8Pt. 2Ch. 3§ 5902 Harbor Commission Appointment

§ 5902 Harbor Commission Appointment

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§ 5902 Harbor Commission Appointment

This law lets the board of supervisors set up a harbor commission with seven members and decide what the commission can do by passing an ordinance.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board of supervisors can create a harbor commission.
  • •The commission must have exactly seven members.
  • •The board must use an ordinance to spell out the commission's powers and duties.

Example

The county board wants to manage the local marina, so it creates a harbor commission of seven people and passes a rule that tells the commission how to handle boat fees and dock maintenance.

Because the law says the board can appoint a seven‑person commission and define its powers with an ordinance, the board can legally do exactly that for the marina.

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

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§ 5902 Harbor Commission Appointment

The board of supervisors may by ordinance provide for the appointment of a harbor commission consisting of seven persons, and shall by ordinance define its powers and duties. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1356.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

board of supervisorsharbor commissionordinance

Related Statutes

  • § 5900.10 Ordinance Violation Penalties
  • § 5901 City Harbor Regulations
  • § 4150 County Towpath Establishment Authority
  • § 4153 Towpath Fence Regulations
  • § 4160 County Port Quarantine Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 5902.
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