Rhode Island General Laws Title 32. Parks and Recreational Areas § 32-3-2. Establishment of public recreation systems

The city council of any city or the town council of any town may vote to establish a system of public recreation and may by ordinance or resolution vest in the school committee, the board in control of public parks, a board of recreation established as provided for in this chapter, the authority to establish, construct, equip, control, and maintain public playgrounds, athletic fields, swimming pools, bathing places, and other community recreation centers, and to conduct and promote recreation, play, sport, and physical training for which admission or other fees may be charged.