City of Eastman v. Georgia Power Co.

1. We have set out the pleadings somewhat fully, for the reason that we feel they settle the contentions without requiring extended comment. The gist of the argument in behalf of the city is that the debt declared on is in violation of art. 7, sec. 7, par. 1, of the constitution (Code, § 2-5501). It is well settled that a municipality, under the authority of its charter provisions similar to those here involved, has authority to contract for street lighting yearly. It is equally as well established that for such purpose the city is not authorized to contract beyond the current year. If a…