The purpose of the authority granted under this part is to: (1) finance the establishment, acquisition, design, construction, alteration, improvement, extension, operation, and maintenance of: (i) adequate storm drainage systems; (ii) public parking facilities; (iii) pedestrian malls; (iv) street and area lighting; and (v) ride sharing and bus systems; (2) finance the capital and operating costs to enhance police, fire protection, and rescue services; and (3) provide financing for commercial district management authorities established under § 5–214(b) of this article.
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