The general law city, in existence prior to the effective date of this Charter, known as the "City of Loma Linda," shall be deemed, for all purposes, to continue in existence, as a chartered city from and after the effective date of this charter, said city, as a chartered city, shall continue to be known as the "City of Loma Linda," and shall hereafter be referred to and termed the City.
The boundaries of the City, as a chartered city, shall be identical to the boundaries of said City, a general law city, as were lawfully in existence as of the effective date of this Charter. After the effective date of this Charter, the boundaries may be altered only as authorized by general law.
This Charter shall be effective from and after the date upon which a favorable vote of the electors occurs and when accepted and filed by the Secretary of State of the State of California.