§ 5-202. General authority of municipalities  


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  •    The legislative body of a municipality may adopt ordinances to:

       (1) assure the good government of the municipality;

       (2) protect and preserve the municipality's rights, property, and privileges;

       (3) preserve peace and good order;

       (4) secure persons and property from danger and destruction; and

       (5) protect the health, comfort, and convenience of the residents of the municipality.


HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 23A, § 2(a); 2013, ch. 119, § 2.