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.
Fla. Stat. § 180.23