Any person, firm or corporation who shall tap on to any portion of the
waterline or water system of the City of Amsterdam without having first received
proper authorization therefor shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject
to a fine not to exceed $500.
Any person, firm or corporation who shall use any water outlet facility,
such as hydrants, but not limited thereto, for the unauthorized taking of
water without proper authorization and permission or without payment shall
be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $500.
Any authorization for the use of water from hydrants or otherwise on
a temporary basis shall be in writing, signed by the Director of Public Works,
and/or as provided by appropriate statutes heretofore adopted by the Common
Council and in force and effect. The term of validity of such license shall
not extend beyond a period of one month from the date of execution.