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§ 277.16. Consolidation

Oklahoma Statutes AnnotatedTitle 82. Waters and Water Rights

Oklahoma Statutes Annotated
Title 82. Waters and Water Rights
Chapter 2. Irrigation Districts
General Provisions (Refs & Annos)
82 Okl.St.Ann. § 277.16
§ 277.16. Consolidation
Two or more districts desiring to consolidate into one district may file a petition with the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and shall attach the following:
1. A certified resolution authorizing the same approved by the board of directors of all the districts;
2. A certified resolution authorizing the same approved by the electors of the districts in a meeting called in each district for that purpose;
3. Approval by the bondholders of the districts; and
4. Any additional data and information required by rules and regulations of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
After receipt thereof, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board may approve or disapprove the petition as it deems advisable. If the petition is approved, an amended order shall be issued and filed of record in the office of the county clerk of each county or counties wherein lands included within the consolidated district are located within thirty (30) days after date of issuance.

Credits

Laws 1973, c. 179, § 16, eff. May 16, 1973; Laws 1992, c. 69, § 16, emerg. eff. April 13, 1992.
82 Okl. St. Ann. § 277.16, OK ST T. 82 § 277.16
Current with emergency effective legislation through Chapter 257 of the Second Regular Session of the 59th Legislature (2024). Some sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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