§ 61-35-07 — Findings - Order

After the hearing, the department of water resources may strike off any part of the territory
that testimony shows will not be benefited by the creation of the district. If the department does
not find that the district is reasonably necessary, the department shall dismiss the petition. If the
department finds the required notice of the hearing has been given and the proposed district is
reasonably necessary for the public health, convenience, and comfort of the residents, the
department shall make an order establishing the district as a political subdivision, designating its
boundary, and identifying it by name or number. The order must be published in the same
newspaper or newspapers that published the notice of hearing. The applicant shall pay all costs
of the publication of the order. The department shall prepare and preserve a complete record of
the hearing on the petition and the department's findings and action.