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AGO 1955 NO. 53 >

The formula for ascertaining the population of the unincorporated area of a county subsequent to annexation of a portion of such area to a city is specifically set out by statute.  The chairman of the board of county commissioners need not join with the mayor in the execution of a certificate as to the population involved in an annexation proceeding.