Florida § 180.23 - Contracts with engineers, attorneys and others; boards.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 180.23 — Contracts with engineers, attorneys and others; boards., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 180.23. Contracts with engineers, attorneys and others; boards.
Any municipality desiring to construct, maintain or operate any of the utilities described in this chapter, may contract with engineers and attorneys for professional services required for the accomplishment of any or all of the purposes of this chapter; provided, however, that such employment is to be evidenced by written agreement setting forth the terms and conditions of the employment; provided further, that such municipality may also create such other offices and boards as may be necessary and expedient for carrying out the purposes of this chapter and shall provide suitable and fit compensation for the same.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 180.23
What does Florida Statutes § 180.23 cover?
Section 180.23 ("Contracts with engineers, attorneys and others; boards.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 180.23?
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