§ 21-54. Powers.

(a)

The benefit district shall have all the power and authority provided by F.S. Chs. 1013 and 189, and other provisions of law, including but not limited to the power and authority to finance, construct and maintain educational facilities as authorized by F.S. Ch. 1013, as amended from time to time. Said power shall be discharged in accord with this article and by law; provided, however, that the merger or dissolution of the benefit district shall only be effectuated by a duly adopted ordinance of the county.

(b)

The benefit district has the authority to adopt resolutions and policies prescribing the powers, duties, and functions of the officers of the benefit district, the conduct of the business of the benefit district, and the maintenance of records and documents of the benefit district.

(c)

The benefit district has the authority to enter into a use agreement with the county.

(d)

The benefit district shall be required to carry insurance to protect the benefit district from liability, as well as errors and omissions insurance policies for its supervisors and any other insurance required by the county or authorized by law.

(Ord. No. 03-15, § 4, 9-15-03)