(2) The advisory committee shall consist of at least seven members appointed for a term of three years with at least one representative from each of the following interests within the region:
(a) Public health agencies;
(b) Agriculture;
(c) Industry;
(d) Community planning;
(e) Fire suppression agencies; and
(f) The general public.
(3) The advisory committee shall select a chairperson and vice chairperson and such other officers as it considers necessary. Members shall serve without compensation, but may be allowed actual and necessary expenses incurred in the discharge of their duties. The committee shall meet as frequently as it or the board of directors considers necessary.
(4) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (2) of this section, the board of directors of the regional authority shall adopt by rule a method for establishing the initial terms of office of advisory committee members so that the terms of office do not all expire on the same date. [Formerly 468.530]