§ 4.1-07-09 — Council - Powers

The council may:
1. Expend moneys collected pursuant to this chapter for its administration;
2. Employ, bond, and compensate necessary personnel;
3. Accept gifts, grants, and donations of money, property, and services, to carry out this
chapter;
4. a. Contract with the governmental entity that is responsible for administration of the
dry pea and lentil assessment in another state or province and provide for:
(1) The return by that governmental entity of any assessment charged on dry
peas and lentils grown in this state; and
(2) The return by the council of any assessment charged on dry peas and lentils
grown in another state or province; and

b. Contract with any person for any other purpose permitted under this chapter;
5. Sue and be sued; and
6. Do all things necessary and proper to enforce and administer this chapter.