SECTIONS 12970-12973 - California Statutes

WATER CODE

SECTION 12970-12973

12970. "Water agency," as used in this part means any public
corporation, district, political subdivision, or any other agency or
authority now or hereafter organized under the laws of this state
which develops, stores, distributes or supplies water.

12971. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, every water
agency is authorized, in addition to and not in derogation or
limitation of the powers conferred upon such agency by any other law,
through contract or otherwise, to construct, maintain, improve, and
operate recreational facilities appurtenant to any land, dams,
reservoirs, facilities, or works appropriate or ancillary to such
recreational use owned, operated, or contracted to be operated by
such agency. Any contract for construction or improvement work under
this part shall be subject to all applicable provisions of law
governing contracts of the water agency.

12972. A water agency may expend funds on such recreational
facilities and may fix and assess reasonable charges for the use of
such recreational facilities by members of the public.

12973. The governing body of a water agency may adopt regulations
binding upon all persons covering the use of such recreational
facilities. Any violation of such regulations is a misdemeanor.