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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 6Ch. 9Art. 3§ 13855 Proposition Failure Procedure

§ 13855 Proposition Failure Procedure

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§ 13855 Proposition Failure Procedure

Key Takeaways

  • •If a vote or proposal doesn't pass, the result must be written down.
  • •The record of the failed vote must be kept in the official notes of the group in charge.
  • •This rule is for public groups, like city or school leaders.

Example

A town votes on whether to build a new park, but most people say no.

The town leaders must write down in their official notes that the park idea did not pass.

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

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§ 13855 Proposition Failure Procedure

If the proposition fails to carry, the result shall be entered upon the minutes of the governing body of the public agency. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

propositiongoverning bodypublic agency

Related Statutes

  • § 13856 Annexation Agreement Execution
  • § 13851 Annexation Election Procedure
  • § 27014 Annexation Voter Approval
  • § 27015 Proposition Failure Recording
  • § 27016 Annexation After Failed Vote

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 13855.
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