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urn: urn:us-la:rs:33:193
citation: "R.S. 33:193"
status: active
breadcrumb: "Title 33 › Chapter 1 › Part V › Subpart D"
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# Consolidation election to be ordered upon motion of governing body or upon petition of voters

The governing body of each municipality may order a consolidation election upon its own motion. Upon the presentation to the governing body of a petition, signed by twenty-five per cent of the qualified voters of the municipality, requesting a consolidation election, the governing body shall order such election. In the event of the failure, refusal, or neglect of the governing body to comply with such a petition within ten days after its presentation, any two of the qualified signers of the petition may apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for a writ of mandamus or other appropriate remedy to compel the governing body and its members to comply.