Section 6-21-501 - Authority to operate(a) Any school district or any board of directors thereof may: (1) Operate a program of public recreation and playgrounds;(2) Acquire, equip, and maintain land, buildings, or other recreational facilities; and(3) Expend funds for the operation of the program pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter.(b) However, the provisions of this subchapter shall not apply to § 17-22-201 et seq.Acts 1941, No. 291, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 19-3601.