§ 6-13-610 Creation and purpose of Mitford Rural Water District of Fairfield and Chester Counties
§ 6-13-620 Service area
§ 6-13-630 Creation and membership of Mitford Rural Water District Board of Fairfield and Chester Counties
§ 6-13-640 Powers of district and board
§ 6-13-650 Rates shall not be regulated
§ 6-13-660 Exemption of evidences of indebtedness and district property from taxes
§ 6-13-670 Fiscal year, audit and annual report
§ 6-13-680 Wilful damage or destruction of district property, pollution of waters or obtaining water illegally
§ 6-13-690 Contracts for purchase or sale of water with other public entities

Terms Used In South Carolina Code > Title 6 > Chapter 13 > Article 7 - Mitford Rural Water District of Fairfield and Chester Counties

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  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
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  • Quorum: The number of legislators that must be present to do business.
  • Trustee: A person or institution holding and administering property in trust.