Courts
Quorum Court
The Quorum Court may exercise the following powers, but are not limited to:
A) the levy of taxes in manner prescribed by law;
B) Appropriate public finds for the expenses of the county in a manner prescribed by ordinances;
C) Preserve the peace and order and secure freedom from dangerous or noxious activities; provided, however, that no act may be declared a felony;
D) for any public purpose, contract, or join with any other county, or with any political sub-division or with the United States;
E) create, consolidate, separate, revise or abandon any elected office or offices except during the term thereof; provided ,however, that a majority of those voting on the question at a general election have approved said action; F) fix the number and compensation of deputies and county employees;
G) fix the compensation of each county officer with a minimum and maximum to be determined by law;
H) fill vacancies in elected county offices;
I) provide for any service or performance of any function relating to county affairs;
J) to exercise other powers, not inconsistent with law, necessary for effective administration of authorized services and functions. (ACA 14-14-801)