Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the governing authority of Ouachita Parish, with the concurrence of the governing authority of the town of Sterlington, is authorized to extend the boundaries of Fire Protection District Number One of Ouachita Parish so that said district includes the town of Sterlington. Upon inclusion of said town, the board of commissioners of said fire protection district shall consist of the members of the governing authority of Ouachita Parish. The board of commissioners of the district shall perform all duties, functions, and powers provided in this Part and shall have responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the district. Members of the board shall receive no per diem but may be reimbursed for expenses incurred in performing the duties imposed on them by such membership.
La. Public Health and Safety § 40:1493.2