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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 2Ch. 8Art. 1§ 29158 Rapid Transit Bond Election

§ 29158 Rapid Transit Bond Election

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§ 29158 Rapid Transit Bond Election

Key Takeaways

  • •The district can ask voters to approve borrowing money (bonds) for big projects like trains or buildings.
  • •This only happens after all the county leaders agree or the board makes a special decision.
  • •A special vote is held so people in the district can say yes or no to the plan.

Example

A city wants to build a new subway line but needs a lot of money.

The city leaders ask all the nearby counties if they agree. If they do, the city holds a special vote so everyone can decide if they want to borrow the money for the subway.

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

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§ 29158 Rapid Transit Bond Election

When the district has received unanimous approval from the boards of supervisors of the counties comprising the district pursuant to Section 29156 of this code, or when the board has made its order pursuant to Section 29157.1 of this code, the board shall call a special election and submit to the qualified voters of the district the proposition of incurring such bonded indebtedness for the acquisition, construction or completion of rapid transit facilities by the district and all other works, property, or structures necessary or convenient therefor and for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this part. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1518.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

unanimous approvalboards of supervisorsspecial electionbonded indebtednessrapid transit facilities

Related Statutes

  • § 101280 Transit Facility Bonding Authority
  • § 101281 District Bonded Debt Limit
  • § 101282 Bonded Indebtedness For Transit
  • § 101285 Voter Petition For Transit Bonds
  • § 101289 Bond Election Petition Process

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 29158.
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