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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 8General ProvisionsCh. 1Art. 3§ 6037 Election Resolution Publication

§ 6037 Election Resolution Publication

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§ 6037 Election Resolution Publication

This law says that when a local government wants to have an election, they must announce it in a local newspaper. This announcement is the only notice needed, and no extra notices are required.

Key Takeaways

  • •Elections must be announced in a local newspaper.
  • •The newspaper notice is the only notice needed—no extra notices are required.
  • •This rule applies to both the first election and any later elections.

Example

Your town wants to hold an election for a new school board member.

The town must publish a notice about the election in the local newspaper. This newspaper notice is enough to let everyone know, and they don’t have to send out extra flyers or posters.

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

Official Source
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§ 6037 Election Resolution Publication

The resolution calling the first election and the resolution of the board calling any subsequent election shall be published pursuant to Section 6066 of the Government Code in a newspaper published, printed and circulated in the district. The passage and publication of the resolution of the board of supervisors calling the first election and the passage and publication of the resolution of the board calling any subsequent election and publication, as provided for in this part, constitute the notice of election and other or additional notice need not be given. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 540.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

resolutionelectionSection 6066 of the Government Codenotice of election

Related Statutes

  • § 5860 District Bond Election Resolution
  • § 5865 Election Resolution Publication
  • § 6030 District Formation Election
  • § 7033 Election Notice Publication Requirements
  • § 443 Pilot Trip Insurance Election

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 6037.
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