In addition to the other powers it may have, the governing body of any municipal corporation may provide for the general health and welfare by establishing hospitals and clinics for the reception and treatment of charitable and pay patients. It shall have the power to contract with any state agency or political subdivision of this state to provide joint facilities or services for the care and treatment of patients.
History. Ga. L. 1962, p. 140, § 3; Ga. L. 1992, p. 6, § 36.
Cross references.
Hospital authorities, T. 31, C. 7, A. 4.
Care of indigent and elderly patients, T. 31, C. 8.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 34 - Powers of Municipal Corporations Generally
§ 36-34-2. Powers Relating to Administration of Government Generally
§ 36-34-4. Establishment of Facilities and Services for Treatment of Patients
§ 36-34-5. Acquisition and Construction of Water and Sewage Systems
§ 36-34-5.1. Lease Agreements for Providing Library Services
§ 36-34-6. Financing of Facilities and Services