(a) a joint resolution by the governing body or bodies of the local
government entities to be consolidated endorsing a proposed joint
consolidation agreement; or
(b) elector initiative.
Structure New York Laws
Article 17-A - Consolidation and Dissolution of Local Government
Title 2 - Consolidation of Local Government Entities
751 - Commencing the Proceeding.
752 - Proposed Joint Consolidation Agreement.
753 - Publication of Proposed Joint Consolidation Agreement.
754 - Public Hearings on Proposed Joint Consolidation Agreement.
755 - Referendum Resolution for Consolidation of Towns or Villages.
756 - Effective Date of Joint Consolidation Agreement.
759 - Canvassing of Vote; Moratorium on Further Referendum.
760 - Duty to Approve Proposed Elector Initiated Consolidation Plan.
761 - Publication of Proposed Elector Initiated Consolidation Plan.
762 - Public Hearings on Proposed Elector Initiated Consolidation Plan.
763 - Effective Date of Elector Initiated Consolidation Plan; Permissive Referendum.
764 - Court-Ordered Consolidation; Mediation; Judicial Hearing Officer.
765 - General Effect of Consolidation.
766 - Election and Appointment of Officials.
767 - Effect of Transition on Employees.
768 - Debts, Liabilities and Obligations.
769 - Effect on Existing Laws; Transition Period.
770 - Effect on Actions and Proceedings.