§11-85-50. Definitions.  


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  • When used in this article, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings, respectively, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

    (1) GOVERNMENTAL UNIT. Counties and municipalities.

    (2) GOVERNING BODY. The chief legislative body of a governmental unit.

    (3) MUNICIPALITY. Cities or towns.

    (4) REGION. All the geographical area contained within the aggregate territorial limits of all governmental units participating in a regional planning and development commission as provided in this article.

    (5) DISTRICT. A geographical area designated by the Governor as provided in this article.

(Acts 1969, No. 1126, p. 2084, §1.)