California Government Code 5921 – As used in this chapter, the following definitions apply, unless the …
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As used in this chapter, the following definitions apply, unless the context otherwise indicates or requires another or different meaning or intent:
(a) “Bonds” mean bonds, notes, bond anticipation notes, commercial paper, or other evidences of indebtedness, or reimbursement warrants or refunding warrants, or lease, installment purchase, or other agreements or certificates of participation therein.
Terms Used In California Government Code 5921
- City: includes "city and county" and "incorporated town" but does not include "unincorporated town" or "village. See California Government Code 20
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- County: includes city and county. See California Government Code 19
- Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
- State: means the state or any department, agency, board, commission, or authority of the state. See California Government Code 5921
(b) “State” means the state or any department, agency, board, commission, or authority of the state.
(c) “Local government” means any city, city and county, county, public district, public corporation, authority, agency, board, commission, or other public entity.
(Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 640, Sec. 1. Effective September 29, 2006.)