Article 1. Powers of California Water Code >> Division 31.7. >> Chapter 4. >> Article 1.

The authority may exercise the powers that are expressly granted by this division, together with other powers that are reasonably implied from those expressed powers, and powers necessary and proper to carry out this division.

(a) The authority may make contracts of any nature, including, but not limited to, contracts to employ labor, to indemnify and hold harmless, and to do all acts necessary or convenient for the full exercise of its powers.
  (b) The authority may contract with any department or agency of the United States or the state, or with any public or private entity, or person.

The authority may take by grant, purchase, bequest, devise, or lease and may hold, enjoy, lease, sell, or otherwise dispose of real and personal property of any kind, within or outside the boundaries of the authority.

The authority may apply for and receive state and federal grants, loans, and other financial assistance.

Nothing in this division changes the governance, control, or ownership of the regional water system.