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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 13Ch. 4Art. 8§ 101171 Board Records Maintenance

§ 101171 Board Records Maintenance

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 101171 Board Records Maintenance

This law says the secretary must keep a written record of all the important decisions and actions made by the board.

Key Takeaways

  • •The secretary has to write down everything the board does officially.
  • •These records must be kept forever.
  • •This includes things like votes, rules, or big decisions.

Example

If the board votes to build a new park, the secretary has to write it down and save that note forever.

The law makes sure there’s always a record of what the board decided, so people can check it later if they need to.

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

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§ 101171 Board Records Maintenance

The secretary shall maintain and preserve a permanent written record of all of the official acts of the board as evidenced by minute order, resolution, or ordinance. (Added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1161.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

secretarypermanent written recordofficial actsminute orderresolutionordinance

Related Statutes

  • § 101123 Board Meeting Quorum Rules
  • § 101124 District Board Actions
  • § 101164 General Manager Removal Process
  • § 101165 District Officer Appointments
  • § 103106 Board Action Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 101171.
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