Legislative intent.

This article is intended to aid the state and county in the execution of its duties by providing an appropriate and independent instrumentality of the state and of the county with full and adequate powers to fulfill its functions. It is the further legislative intent that the Franklin County Water Service Authority develop a master plan of operation for the authority in consultation with all existing water authorities in Franklin County and county and local governments for the purpose of bringing about industrial development and economic expansion in the county as well as ensuring the health and safety of all citizens. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any master plan or plans for water services previously developed by the Franklin County Water Coordinating and Fire Prevention Authority shall be adopted by the Franklin County Water Service Authority.

(Act 93-376, p. 638, §2.)