9. The Board may exercise all or any of the following powers within any special area:-
| (a) to construct, maintain and operate such dams, channels, drainage systems and other irrigation works and structures as may be required for any of its purposes; |
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| (b) to determine and levy rates for the supply of water for irrigation; |
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| (c) to construct waterworks for the supply of water for industrial and domestic purposes and levy rates or fees for the supply of such water in bulk or by retail; |
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| (d) to construct and maintain roads, buildings and other public utilities; |
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| (e) to undertake land and agricultural development operations; |
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| (f) to enter into and perform, either directly or through authorized agents, such contracts as may be necessary for the exercise and performance of its powers and duties; |
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| (g) to acquire and hold any movable or immovable property, or dispose of any movable or immovable property acquired or held by it; |
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| (h) to establish provident funds and to provide welfare and recreational facilities, houses, hostels and other like accommodation for the employees of the Board; |
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| (i) to do all other things which are necessary for the proper discharge of its functions. |
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Sri Lanka Consolidated Acts