(a) The following public entities may apply for special license plates under this subchapter through their directors, chairs, or other authorized representatives:
(1) Regional airports authorized under the Regional Airport Act, § 14-362-101 et seq.; and
(2) Regional water distribution districts authorized under The Regional Water Distribution District Act, § 14-116-101 et seq.
(b) An application submitted under this section shall include the following:
(1) The payment of one dollar ($1.00) for each motor vehicle to be licensed; and
(2) An affidavit by the director, chair, or other authorized representative that states that:
(A) The public entity exists to serve a public purpose; and
(B) The motor vehicle to which the special license plate is attached is:
(i) Owned by the public entity; and
(ii) Used exclusively for the business of the public entity.