What authorizes the submission of all general obligation bonds related to "Municipal Improvement" to the CAO for study?

The submission of all general obligation bonds related to "Municipal Improvement" to the City Administrative Officer (CAO) for study is authorized by the Administrative Code. This code outlines specific procedures and policies that govern how municipal improvements and associated financing, such as general obligation bonds, should be managed within the local government structure.

The Administrative Code typically includes detailed guidelines on how projects need to be evaluated, including financial aspects tied to issuing bonds for municipal improvements. By directing that these submissions go through the CAO, the city ensures that there is a thorough analysis of the fiscal implications, project viability, and overall needs of the community.

In contrast, the City Charter primarily establishes the foundational structure of the city’s government and can set forth broad powers and responsibilities but does not specifically dictate the procedural details regarding bond submissions. Similarly, while the Mayor's role is influential in many aspects of city governance, the authority to mandate the submission of bond proposals for study falls under the stipulations set by the Administrative Code. The Government Code provides state laws but does not directly pertain to the municipal processes of bond submission applicable at the city level.