7-10-101. Regional resource authorities -- purpose -- definition of qualified elector. (1) Qualified electors may create or expand an authority by proceeding under the provisions of this chapter.

(2) Regional resource authorities may be created to provide for collaboration and coordination in the conservation of water resources or in the management of water resources for agricultural and recreational uses.

(3) For the purposes of this chapter, a "qualified elector" is a person who is qualified to vote under 13-1-111 and resides within the boundaries of a proposed or established regional resource authority.