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HomeWater CodeDiv. 5Pt. 4Ch. 2Art. 2§ 8580 Board Appointment Authority

§ 8580 Board Appointment Authority

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§ 8580 Board Appointment Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The board can hire a boss (executive officer) to help run things.
  • •The board can hire a top engineer (chief engineer) for technical work.
  • •The board can hire lawyers and other workers if they need them.

Example

A city board needs help managing a big construction project.

The board can hire a boss to oversee the project, a top engineer to handle the technical parts, and lawyers to make sure everything follows the rules.

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

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§ 8580 Board Appointment Authority

(a) The board may appoint an executive officer. (b) The board may appoint a chief engineer. (c) The board may employ legal counsel and other necessary staff. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 366, Sec. 19. Effective January 1, 2008.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

boardexecutive officerchief engineerlegal counselnecessary staff

Related Statutes

  • § 1261 Application Maps And Data
  • § 159 Special Meeting Requirements
  • § 163 Commission Staffing Authority
  • § 22252.1 Irrigation Water Application Deadlines
  • § 22252.2 Board Meeting Date Notice

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 8580.
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