Section 16461.5.
Cal. Public Utilities Code - PUC § 16461.5.
in effect(a)
The Shasta Dam Area Public Utility District may construct those public works necessary for the industrial and commercial development of any undeveloped property owned by the district prior to January 12, 1990. A decision by the Shasta Dam Area Public Utility District to construct public works pursuant to this section is a legislative act subject to referendum pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 9340) of Chapter 4 of Division 9 of the Elections Code. The improvements shall comply with all of the ordinances, resolutions,
policies, and other standards of the city or county in which the property is located, and comply with all state laws governing public works and public agencies.
(b)
Any contract awarded by the Shasta Dam Area Public Utility District pursuant to this section shall be considered a public works project subject to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720) of Part 7 of Division 2 of the Labor Code.
(c)
None of the costs for public works constructed pursuant to this section shall be borne by Shasta Dam Area Public Utility District customers.
References
referencesCal. Elections Code - ELEC § 9340.
referencesCal. Labor Code - LAB § 1720.
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