As used in this chapter, the following words and terms shall mean unless the context shall indicate otherwise:
"Authority" means an authority created under the provisions of § 15.2-5702 or, if any such authority shall be abolished, the entity succeeding to the principal functions thereof.
"Federal agency" means the United States of America and any department or bureau thereof, and any other agency or instrumentality of the United States of America heretofore established or which may be established hereafter.
"Park" means public parks and recreation areas as the terms are generally used.
Code 1950, § 15-714.2; 1950, p. 1244; 1952, c. 401; 1962, c. 623, § 15.1-1229; 1997, c. 587.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 15.2 - Counties, Cities and Towns
Chapter 57 - Park Authorities Act
§ 15.2-5700. Short title; application
§ 15.2-5702. Creation of authorities
§ 15.2-5703. Members of authority; appointment, terms, compensation, etc.; officers, quorum
§ 15.2-5704. Powers of authority
§ 15.2-5704.1. Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority
§ 15.2-5705. Violation of rules and regulations
§ 15.2-5706. Appointment of special conservators of the peace
§ 15.2-5707. Recordation of conveyances of real estate to park authorities
§ 15.2-5708. Exemption from taxation
§ 15.2-5709. Rates and charges