New York Laws
Article 2 - State Soil and Water Conservation Committee, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and Other Functions
8 - Organization of Directors.

(2) The directors shall provide for the execution of surety bonds for
any members or employees who shall be entrusted with funds or property;
shall provide for the keeping of a full and accurate record of all
proceedings and of all resolutions, regulations and orders issued or
adopted; and shall provide for an annual audit of the accounts of
receipts and disbursements.
(3) The directors may invite the legislative body of any municipality
to designate a representative to advise and consult with the directors
of the district on all questions of program and policy which may affect
the property, water supply or other interests of such municipality.