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Cal. PUC § 105020 — California Code / Code puc / Division 10 / Part 16 / Chapter 3 / Article 1 / Section 105020
Section 105020
Status: in_force

The government of the district shall be vested in a board of directors, which shall consist of 12 members, appointed as follows:

(a) Two members of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, each of whom shall also serve on the Board of Directors of the Sonoma County Transportation Authority, appointed by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.

(b) Two members of the Marin County Board of Supervisors, appointed by the Marin County Board of Supervisors.

(c) Three members, each of whom shall be a mayor or council member of a city or town within the County of Sonoma, appointed by the Mayors’ and Councilmembers’ Association of Sonoma County or its successor, if the following conditions are met:

(1) At least two members are also city representatives for the Sonoma County Transportation Authority.

(2) All of the members are from cities on the rail line in Sonoma County.

(3) No city has more than one member.

(d) The member of the City Council of the City of Novato who also serves on the Marin County Congestion Management Agency, appointed by the Marin County Congestion Management Agency or its successor.

(e) The member of the City Council of the City of San Rafael who also serves on the Marin County Congestion Management Agency, appointed by the Marin County Congestion Management Agency or its successor.

(f) One member, who shall be a mayor or council member of a city or town within the County of Marin and a member of the Marin County Congestion Management Agency, appointed by the Marin County Council of Mayors and Councilmembers or its successor.

(g) Two members of the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District, neither of whom shall be a member of the Marin or Sonoma County Boards of Supervisors, appointed by the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District or its successor.
Cal. PUC § 132353.4 — California Code / Code puc / Division 12.7 / Chapter 3 / Article 4 / Section 132353.4
Section 132353.4
Status: in_force

Upon the transfer of responsibilities and obligations from the consolidated entities into the consolidated agency, the consolidated agency, shall by operation of law, and in accordance with transition plans, succeed to all of the rights and obligations of the consolidated entities, including MTDB and NCTD, which enable the consolidated agency to perform the responsibility and obligations transferred, as provided in this section. This shall include, but not be limited to:

(a) The rights and property of the consolidated entities, including MTDB and NCTD, pertaining to the responsibilities and obligations transferred.

(b) The legally enforceable debts and liabilities of the consolidated entities, including MTDB and NCTD, pertaining to the responsibilities and obligations transferred in the same manner as if the consolidated agency had itself incurred them.

(c) The rights of creditors and all liens upon the property of the consolidated entities or of their responsibilities shall be preserved unimpaired, limited in lien to the property affected by the liens immediately prior to the transfer of related responsibilities and obligations.

(d) An action or proceeding pending by or against a consolidated entity, including MTDB and NCTD, may be prosecuted to judgment, and the judgment shall be binding on the consolidated agency, or the consolidated agency may be proceeded against or substituted in the place of a consolidated entity, if the action or proceeding pertains to a transferred responsibility or obligation.

(e) In order to protect the holders of outstanding, unmatured bonds and other evidences of indebtedness of the consolidated entities, including MTDB and NCTD pertaining to the responsibilities and obligations transferred, the consolidated agency shall have the power to take all actions and do all things necessary or required for the protection of those holders and for compliance with the terms of those bonds and other evidences of indebtedness. The consolidated agency shall have the power to continue all services that the consolidated entities, including MTDB and NCTD are furnishing pertaining to the responsibilities and obligations transferred on the date of the transfer.
Cal. BPC § 19965 — California Code / Code bpc / Division 8 / Chapter 5 / Article 13 / Section 19965
Section 19965
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding Sections 19961 and 19962, a city, county, or city and county may amend an ordinance to increase the number of gambling tables that may be operated in a gambling establishment as follows:

(a) If the ordinance in effect on July 1, 2007, provided for five to eight tables, inclusive, the amended ordinance may allow an increase of three tables.

(b) If the ordinance in effect on July 1, 2007, provided for nine to 12 tables, inclusive, the amended ordinance may allow an increase of four tables.
Cal. WAT § 76042 — California Code / Code wat / Division 21 / Part 10 / Chapter 5 / Article 2 / Section 76042
Section 76042
Status: in_force

The election shall be noticed and conducted, and the returns of the election made and canvassed, in the same manner as is provided for the formation election. To the right of or below the question on the ballot, the words “Yes” and “No” shall be printed on separate lines, with voting targets.
Cal. FAC § 78622 — California Code / Code fac / Division 22 / Part 2 / Chapter 24 / Article 2 / Section 78622
Section 78622
Status: in_force

“Commission” means the California Tomato Commission.
Cal. PRC § 4799.01 — California Code / Code prc / Division 4 / Part 2.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 4799.01
Section 4799.01
Status: in_force

(a) When allocating available funds among projects proposed pursuant to this chapter, the director shall select those projects that, in the judgment of the director, produce the greatest public benefit, giving consideration to both of the following factors:

(1) The need for and potential benefits of forest resource establishment or improvement were the project to be undertaken.

(2) The need for and potential benefits to long-term production, maintenance, and enhancement of the forest resource system resulting from forest land conservation measures, fish and wildlife habitat improvements, or other work.

(b) The director shall give increased preference to projects to the extent that the project applies to forest land that has been substantially damaged by fire, flood, insects, disease, or other natural causes within 36 months of submission of an application pursuant to this chapter.

(c) The director shall also give preference to projects to the extent that each of the following factors are present:

(1) The project involves a substantial amount of followup work.

(2) The project or other actions of the landowner would increase recreational opportunities for the public.

(3) The forest land to which the project applies is equivalent to site quality III or better.

(4) The project would provide relatively more employment opportunities than other proposed projects.

(5) The project is located in a county with high unemployment.

(6) A small business entity will carry out the proposed project.

(d) Consistent with the criteria set forth in subdivisions (a), (b), and (c), the director shall prepare and submit to the board proposed guidelines further specifying the criteria for evaluation and approval of forest resource improvement projects. The board shall review, approve, or amend the guidelines that the director shall follow when carrying out this chapter.

(e) The director shall establish, in consultation with interested persons or agencies and with the review and approval of the board, procedures for the review of proposed forest resource improvement projects. Those procedures shall insure that department specialists and other specialists in the areas of water quality, erosion control, and fish and wildlife protection are integrated into the review of proposed forest resource improvement projects.

(f) No allocation of funds pursuant to this chapter shall, in any fiscal year, exceed the total amount expended during the 1999–2000 fiscal year until the completion, review, and final approval by the board of an updated management plan for the Jackson Demonstration State Forest that complies with applicable state and federal law.
Cal. WIC § 21 — California Code / Code wic / Section 21
Section 21
Status: in_force

(a) Whenever any reference is made in any provision of this code to the “State Department of Benefit Payments” or the “Department of Benefit Payments” with respect to aid, it means the State Department of Social Services.

Whenever any reference is made to the “State Department of Benefit Payments” or “Department of Benefit Payments” with respect to mental disorders, it means the State Department of Health Care Services. Whenever reference is made to the “State Department of Benefit Payments” or “Department of Benefit Payments” with respect to developmental disabilities, it means the State Department of Developmental Services.

(b) Whenever any reference is made in any provision of this code to the “State Department of Health” or the “Department of Health” with respect to health services, medical assistance, or benefits, it means the State Department of Health Care Services or the State Department of Public Health, as applicable.

Whenever any reference is made to the “State Department of Health” or the “Department of Health” with respect to mental disorders, it means the State Department of Health Care Services. Whenever any reference is made to the “State Department of Health” or “Department of Health” in respect to developmental disabilities, it means the State Department of Developmental Services.

(c) Whenever any reference is made in any provision of this code to the “Director of Benefit Payments” with respect to aid, it means the Director of Social Services.

Whenever any reference is made to the “Director of Benefit Payments” with respect to mental disorders, it means the Director of Health Care Services. Whenever any reference is made to the “Director of Benefit Payments” with respect to developmental disabilities, it means the Director of Developmental Services.

(d) Whenever any reference is made in any provision of this code to the “State Director of Health” or “Director of Health” with respect to health services, medical assistance, or benefits, it means the Director of Health Care Services.

Whenever any reference is made to the “State Director of Health” or “Director of Health” with respect to mental disorders, it means the Director of Health Care Services. Whenever any reference is made to the “State Director of Health” or “Director of Health” with reference to developmental disabilities, it means the Director of Developmental Services.
Cal. WAT § 51693 — California Code / Code wat / Division 15 / Part 7 / Chapter 5 / Article 2 / Section 51693
Section 51693
Status: in_force

The deed, duly executed and acknowledged, is prima facie evidence that all the proceedings for the levy and collection of the delinquent assessment for which the parcel was sold, and for the sale of the parcel were duly and regularly taken, and all notices required were given and published for the time and manner required by law.
Cal. PRC § 80006 — California Code / Code prc / Division 46 / Chapter 1 / Section 80006
Section 80006
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), up to 10 percent of funds allocated for each program funded by this division may be expended, including, but not limited to, by grants, for planning and monitoring necessary for the successful design, selection, and implementation of the projects authorized under that program. This section shall not otherwise restrict funds ordinarily used by an agency for “preliminary plans,” “working drawings,” and “construction” as defined in the annual Budget Act for a capital outlay project or grant project. Planning may include feasibility studies for environmental site cleanup that would further the purpose of a project that is eligible for funding under this division. Monitoring may include measuring greenhouse gas emissions reductions and carbon sequestration associated with program expenditures under this division.

(b) Funds used for planning projects that benefit disadvantaged communities may exceed 10 percent of the funds allocated if the state agency administering the moneys determines that there is a need for the additional funding.
Cal. FGC § 8626 — California Code / Code fgc / Division 6 / Part 3 / Chapter 3 / Article 2 / Section 8626
Section 8626
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding Section 8625, and where consistent with the determination made pursuant to subdivisions (b) and (c), the director may reduce the minimum mesh size permitted for gill and trammel nets used to take California halibut from 8 1/2 inches to not less than 8 inches in any or all areas south of a line extending 240° magnetic from the boundary line between the Counties of Los Angeles and Ventura.

(b) If, on or before October 1, 1990, the department determines that commercial landings of California halibut taken south of the line extending 240° magnetic from the boundary line between the Counties of Los Angeles and Ventura in the period between September 1, 1989, and August 31, 1990, decline by 10 percent or more compared with landings of California halibut taken in this area during the period between September 1, 1988, and August 31, 1989, the department shall assess the impact of the 8 1/2 inch minimum mesh size restriction on the California halibut fishery in the area described in subdivision (a). The assessment shall include, but is not limited to, an analysis of landing data, including landings of California halibut in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego Counties, the age and size composition of the catch, and the department’s monitoring at sea of the gill and trammel net fishery.

(c) If the department determines that the 8 1/2 inch minimum mesh size, established pursuant to Section 8625 has directly resulted in a decline of 10 percent or more in landings of California halibut south of the line extending 240° magnetic from the boundary between the Counties of Los Angeles and Ventura, the director shall hold a public hearing in the area affected to make findings and take public testimony prior to taking any action pursuant to subdivision (a).
Cal. UIC § 13022 — California Code / Code uic / Division 6 / Chapter 2 / Section 13022
Section 13022
Status: in_force

In determining the amount to be deducted and withheld under Section 13020, the wages may, at the election of the employer, be computed to the nearest dollar.
Cal. HSC § 101992 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 101 / Part 7 / Section 101992
Section 101992
Status: in_force

(a) The university may participate in the program as the program administrator, a beneficiary, or both.

(b) Prior to establishing the program, the university may pursue any federal, state, or internal approvals, authorizations, or advice it deems necessary to the university’s participation.

(c) The university may decline to establish or participate in the program.

(d) The university may terminate the program if it determines that the program is not viable.
Cal. RTC § 23042 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 11 / Chapter 1 / Article 2 / Section 23042
Section 23042
Status: in_force

(a) For taxable years beginning prior to January 1, 2000, and the first taxable year beginning on or after January 1, 2000, “income year” means:

(1) For the purposes of the tax imposed under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 23101), the calendar year or the fiscal year upon the basis of which the net income is computed. “Income year” means, for the purposes of the tax imposed under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 23101), in the case of a return made for a fractional part of a year, the period for which such return is made.

(2) For the purposes of the tax imposed under Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 23081), Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 23501), or Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 23701), wherever “income year” is used throughout this part, it means “taxable year” as that term is defined in Section 23041 for the purposes of the tax imposed under Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 23081), Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 23501), or Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 23701).

(3) For purposes of the tax imposed under Chapter 2.5 (commencing with Section 23400), the same as defined in subdivision (a) with respect to a taxpayer subject to the tax imposed under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 23101) and the same as defined in subdivision (b) with respect to a taxpayer subject to the tax imposed under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 23501) or Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 23701).

(b) For taxable years (other than the first taxable year) beginning on or after January 1, 2000, the term “income year” shall have the same meaning as the term “taxable year” (as defined by Section 23041).
Cal. HSC § 33784 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 24 / Part 1 / Chapter 8 / Article 3 / Section 33784
Section 33784
Status: in_force

The exercise of the powers granted by this chapter shall be in all respects for the benefit of the people of this state and for their health and welfare. Any revenue bonds issued under the provisions of this chapter, their transfer and the income therefrom, shall at all times be free from taxation of every kind by the state and by the municipalities and other political subdivisions of the state, except inheritance and gift taxes.
Cal. SHC § 5525 — California Code / Code shc / Division 7 / Part 3 / Chapter 19.1 / Section 5525
Section 5525
Status: in_force

The city shall have the power to sell the supplemental assessment and any bonds issued to represent the unpaid supplemental assessments (if the legislative body orders the issuance of said bonds) in such manner as the legislative body directs; provided, however, that the interest rate on the bonds (if ordered to be issued) shall not exceed 6 percent per year. The city shall also have the power to hold said unpaid supplemental assessments or bonds, and enforce the lien thereof, in the same manner as a private owner. Said supplemental assessments, bonds or the proceeds of the sale thereof may be used for the repayment of advances theretofore made by the city in the matter of the acquisition.
Cal. HSC § 17985 — California Code / Code hsc / Division 13 / Part 1.5 / Chapter 5 / Article 3 / Section 17985
Section 17985
Status: in_force

(a)  Any enforcement agency which institutes an action or proceeding pursuant to this article shall record a notice of the pendency of the action or proceeding in the county recorder’s office of the county where the property affected by the action or proceeding is situated. The enforcement agency may charge the property owner for any cost involved in recording the notice. The enforcement agency shall reimburse the owner for any amount charged if the case is dismissed or if the defendant is found innocent. The notice shall be recorded at the time of the commencement of the action or proceeding. It has the same effect as the notice of pendency of action provided for in the Code of Civil Procedure.

(b)  The enforcement agency shall record a notice of final disposition of any action or proceeding in the county recorder’s office where the property affected by the action or proceeding was recorded immediately following final resolution of the action or proceeding.
Cal. RTC § 9153 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 3 / Chapter 6 / Article 1 / Section 9153
Section 9153
Status: in_force

The claim shall be in writing and shall state the specific grounds upon which it is founded.
Cal. BPC § 22435.8 — California Code / Code bpc / Division 8 / Chapter 19 / Article 1 / Section 22435.8
Section 22435.8
Status: in_force

This article shall not invalidate an ordinance of, or be construed to prohibit the adoption of an ordinance by, a city, county, or city and county, which ordinance regulates or prohibits the removal of shopping carts or laundry carts from the premises or parking area of a retail establishment except to the extent any provision of such an ordinance expressly conflicts with any provision of this article.
Cal. BPC § 1658.4 — California Code / Code bpc / Division 2 / Chapter 4 / Article 3.5 / Section 1658.4
Section 1658.4
Status: in_force

The transfer after October 1, 1961, of any additional office from one licentiate to another, other than as authorized by this article, shall terminate the privilege of operating such additional office.
Cal. PUC § 454.2 — California Code / Code puc / Division 1 / Part 1 / Chapter 3 / Article 1 / Section 454.2
Section 454.2
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding Section 454, the commission may establish a “zone of rate freedom” for any passenger stage transportation service which is operating in competition with other passenger transportation service from any means of transportation, if the competition together with the authorized zone of rate freedom will result in reasonable rates and charges for the passenger stage transportation service. An adjustment in rates or charges within a zone of rate freedom established by the commission is hereby deemed just and reasonable. The commission may, upon protest or on its own motion, suspend any adjustment in rates or charges under this section and institute proceedings under its rules of practice and procedure.
Cal. RTC § 11001 — California Code / Code rtc / Division 2 / Part 5 / Chapter 5 / Section 11001
Section 11001
Status: in_force

(a) All money collected by the department for accepted applications under this part shall be reported monthly to the Controller and, at the same time, deposited in the State Treasury to the credit of the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account in the Transportation Tax Fund.

Any reference in any law or regulation to the Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund shall be deemed to refer to the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account in the Transportation Tax Fund.

(b) The amount of any penalties collected by the department, as provided in Sections 9553 and 9554 of the Vehicle Code and Sections 10770 and 10854 of this code, shall, for purposes of subdivision (a), be deemed to be a percentage of the total fees allocated under this section and under Section 42270 of the Vehicle Code equal to that percentage of the weight fee, registration fee, and vehicle license fee obtained when applying the total of these fees collected, excluding use tax, against the individual weight fees, registration fees, and vehicle license fees collected on each application. Penalties which cannot be allocated in accordance with this subdivision shall be allocated according to subdivision (c).

(c) The amount of any penalties collected by the department, as provided in Sections 9553 and 9554 of the Vehicle Code and Sections 10770 and 10854 of this code which cannot be allocated pursuant to subdivision (b), shall, for purposes of subdivision (a), be deemed to be a percentage of the total fees allocated under this section and under Section 42270 of the Vehicle Code equal to that percentage of the ratio based on the fees previously allocated under this section and under Section 42270 of the Vehicle Code in the fiscal year preceding the calendar year for which the penalties are to be allocated. That ratio shall be reevaluated periodically and shall be adjusted to reflect any change in the fee structure that may be provided in this code or in Division 3 (commencing with Section 4000) of the Vehicle Code.