North Dakota Century Code Title 61. Waters § 61-24.6-03. Northwest area water supply authority--Duty--Officers--Meetings--Compensation--Staffing

The northwest area water supply authority shall develop recommendations for the legislative management regarding the transition of long-term operations and management of the northwest area water supply project. The members of the authority shall serve four-year terms. The authority shall elect a chairman and vice chairman and meet no less often than once per quarter at the times and places necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter. The authority members may be reimbursed for their mileage and expenses in the amount provided for by sections 44-08-04 and 54-06-09. The authority members serve at the pleasure of the state water commission. Vacancies must be filled in the same manner as original appointments are made. The department of water resources shall provide staffing and support for the authority.