Sections 91.090 to 91.300 are in addition to the powers heretofore granted to such cities with reference to the subject matter hereof, and shall not be construed so as to abridge or take away any of such powers granted to such cities by any statute now in force, not inconsistent herewith, but are intended to enlarge and extend the powers of such cities with reference to the acquisition of waterworks.
§ 91.300, RSMo