Education Code § 10902

The governing body of every public authority may do all of the following:

(a) Organize, promote, and conduct programs of community recreation.

(b) Establish systems of playgrounds and recreation.

(c) Acquire, construct, improve, maintain, and operate recreation centers within or without the territorial limits of the public authority.

No events for which an admission price is charged shall be held pursuant to this chapter, except amateur athletic contests, demonstrations, or exhibits and other educational events.