(a) A council may:
(1) study governmental problems common to two or more of its members, including matters affecting:
(i) economic conditions;
(ii) education;
(iii) environment;
(iv) health;
(v) regional development;
(vi) safety; and
(vii) welfare;
(2) promote cooperative arrangements and coordinate action among its members; and
(3) make recommendations for review and action to its members and other public agencies that perform functions in the region.
(b) A council may employ staff and consultants.
(c) A council shall adopt bylaws that designate its officers and provide for the conduct of its business.
(d) A council shall submit an annual report of its activities to its members.