(a) Any city or town, or any board thereof, may:
(1) Operate a program of public recreation and playgrounds;
(2) Acquire, equip, and maintain land, buildings, or other recreational facilities; and
(3) Expend funds for the operation of the program pursuant to the provisions of this subchapter.
(b) The provisions of this subchapter shall not apply to §§ 17-22-201 — 17-22-204, 17-22-301 — 17-22-303, and 17-22-305.