South Dakota § 34A-16-7 - Powers of each district.
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§ 34A-16-7. Powers of each district.
The powers of each regional recycling and waste management district are vested in the commissioners of the district. Each district shall adopt procedures for its own operation not inconsistent with its articles of incorporation and this chapter. The articles of incorporation may provide for an executive board with the power to conduct the business of the district. The issuance of bonds and the adoption or modification of ordinances shall be approved by the full governing body. Each regional recycling and waste management district shall organize and elect officers for terms of office to be fixed by the board of commissioners. There shall be elected a chairman and vice-chairman from among the commissioners. A district may employ an executive director, secretary, technical experts or such other officers, agents and employees, permanent and temporary, as it may require, and shall determine their qualifications, duties, and compensation. A district may employ or contract for its own legal counsel, legal staff, engineering, or other professional services.
Source: SL 1993, ch 259, § 7.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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