Subdivision 1. Format.
The board shall review and consider a long-range capital improvement program at the time of approval of the budget specified in section 383B.112 . The capital program shall contain information specifying:
(a) a general summary of its contents;
(b) a list of all capital projects proposed to be undertaken during the term of the program, with appropriate supporting information as to the necessity for such proposed project; and
(c) cost estimates, method of financing and recommended time schedules for each project. Information may be revised and extended with regard to capital projects still pending or in the process of construction or acquisition.
Subd. 2. Advisory committee.
The board may appoint a citizens advisory committee to assist the board in preparing the capital program. Advisory committee members shall be allowed a per diem not to exceed $50 for meetings relating to advice and recommendations concerning the capital program. In addition, each member may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred as a result of the meetings.