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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 7Ch. 5Art. 2§ 16841 Public Utility Acquisition Authority

§ 16841 Public Utility Acquisition Authority

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 16841 Public Utility Acquisition Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The board can decide to buy public utility works if it's needed for the public.
  • •They must make this decision official by writing a resolution.

Example

A small town needs a new water treatment plant because the old one is broken.

The town board can decide to buy a new one if they think it's really needed. They have to write it down in a resolution to make it official.

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

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§ 16841 Public Utility Acquisition Authority

Whenever the board determines that the public interest or necessity of the district demands the acquisition of any public utility works, it shall specifically declare such determination by a resolution. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 72.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

boardpublic interestnecessity of the districtacquisitionpublic utility worksresolution

Related Statutes

  • § 16842 Utility Acquisition Procedures
  • § 30536 District Debt Execution Rules
  • § 1032 Certificate Application Requirements
  • § 120520 Employee Transition Protections
  • § 120522 Employee Rights After Acquisition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 16841.
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