9. The council shall have perpetual succession and shall have the following powers:
a. To make, amend, and repeal rules and bylaws for its own governance and guidance not inconsistent with State or federal law;
b. To adopt an official seal and alter the same at pleasure;
c. To maintain an office at such place or places within the State as it may designate; and
d. To sue and be sued in its own name and to retain legal counsel of its choosing.