Louisiana § RS 33:4557 - Issuance of bonds to acquire recreation facilities

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4557 — Issuance of bonds to acquire recreation facilities, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 33:4557. Issuance of bonds to acquire recreation facilities

The governing body may cause bonds of the municipality or parish or ward to be issued, in the manner provided by law, for the purpose of acquiring lands or buildings for recreation purposes and for their equipment.  The governing body may, after being authorized by a vote of the property taxpayers of the municipality or parish or ward, in accordance with law, impose a tax not to exceed two mills per annum for the purpose of maintaining and operating such recreation activities.

Amended by Acts 1952, No. 512, §1.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:4557

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4557 cover?

Section RS 33:4557 ("Issuance of bonds to acquire recreation facilities") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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