It shall be the duty of the chairman of the board of directors to keep in repair equipment, apparatus, and other property of the district and to operate the same as directed by the board. The chairman and all persons who may perform any service or labor as provided herein shall be paid such just and reasonable compensation as may be allowed by the board of directors and the board shall annually prepare an estimated budget for the coming year and submit such budget to the board of county commissioners for their approval. The board of directors shall cause an annual audit of the district's records and accounts to be made, and shall make a report on the matters at each annual meeting.
Okla. Stat. tit. 19, § 1216