The board immediately after the publication of the statement of the financial condition of the district each year shall send all of the following papers to the department, which shall examine them and report to the board any suggestions it deems proper:
(a) A copy of the financial statement.
(b) A report stating the general condition of any works constructed or acquired by the district.
(c) A statement of whether or not the plan of irrigation adopted by the district is being successfully carried out.
(d) A statement of any other matters which the board deems proper.