Section 31533 Of Article 3. Retirement Board From California Government Code >> Division 4. >> Title 3. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 3. >> Article 3.

. Whenever, in order to make a determination, it is necessary to hold a hearing the board may appoint either one of its members or a member of the State Bar of California to serve as a referee. The referee shall hold such a hearing and shall transmit, in writing, to the board his proposed findings of fact and recommended decision.