General powers for supplying the city with water.

Water Supply

For the purpose of providing a supply of water proper and sufficient for public and private purposes, the Commissioner may, either within or without the City—

1. (a) construct and maintain water-works and do all acts which may be necessary or expedient in connection with such construction or maintenance;
2. (b) purchase or take on lease any water-work or any water or right to store water or to take and convey water; or
3. (c) enter into any arrangement with any person for the supply of water.