21 chapters · 395 sections in this title.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 5-16-101 Power granted to counties — Chapter definitions
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(a) The various counties of this state are hereby authorized to establish, construct, install, acquire, operate and maintain urban type public facilities in any area or areas within their borders, and to charge fees, rates and charges for such facilities. (b) As used in this chap…
Tenn. Code Ann. § 5-16-102 Resolution of authorization
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(1) For the exercise of the powers conferred by this chapter, a county shall authorize same by resolution adopted by a majority of the county legislative body or other governing body. Such resolution shall provide for the exercise of such powers by either:(1) Some agency of the c…
Tenn. Code Ann. § 5-16-103 Board of public utilities
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(a) (1) In the event the resolution provides for the exercise of the powers provided for in this chapter by a board, upon the approval of the resolution, the county mayor shall appoint, subject to confirmation by the county legislative body, three (3), five (5) or seven (7) perso…
Tenn. Code Ann. § 5-16-104 Superintendent — Appointment — Compensation — Powers exercised on behalf of county
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(a) The general supervision and control of the acquisition, improvement, operation and maintenance of the urban type public facilities as provided in this chapter shall be in charge of the board or other agency as provided in this chapter. (b) If the powers of this chapter are ex…