Section 50-8-97. Commission to engage in continuous program of research, study, and planning of matters affecting its area

   A commission shall engage in a continuous program of research, study, and planning of matters affecting its area including but not limited to:

   (1) Land use;

   (2) Transportation within the area, including highways, railroads, airports, streets, and mass transit;

   (3) The acquisition and financing of facilities for the disposal of solid waste material for the area and the means of financing such facilities;

   (4) The acquisition and financing of storm water drainage facilities for the area and the means of financing such facilities;

   (5) The acquisition and financing of suitable major parks and open spaces within and adjacent to the area;

   (6) The control and prevention of air and water pollution;

   (7) Environmental quality;

   (8) Law enforcement agencies and increased efficiency of the criminal justice systems in the area;

   (9) Planning for the provision of health facilities and services; and

   (10) The feasibility of the consolidation of common services of political subdivisions.

Code 1981, § 50-8-97, enacted by Ga. L. 1982, p. 2107, § 51.