Section 14-54-1301 - Authority to operate(a) Any city or town, or any board thereof, may:(1) Operate a program of public recreation and playgrounds;(2) Acquire, equip, and maintain land, buildings, or other recreational facilities; and(3) Expend funds for the operation of the program pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter.(b) The provisions of this subchapter shall not apply to §§ 17-22-201 - 17-22-204, 17-22-301 - 17-22-303, and 17-22-305.Acts 1941, No. 291, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 19-3601.