Ala. Code § 39-7-1 (1975) Definitions

• Library: Alabama Statutes
• Edition: 2023
• Currency: Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions.

When used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings, respectively, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

(1) AUTHORITY. A corporation created pursuant to this chapter.

(2) MUNICIPALITY. Any city or town incorporated under the laws of the State of Alabama and the inhabitants of an area containing not less than 250 qualified electors outside of an unincorporated city or town who shall become incorporated pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(3) TERRITORY. The geographical area coterminous with the boundaries of a municipality.