80-5-505. Authority of alternative dispute resolution council -- compensation. (1) The alternative dispute resolution council or its members may:

(a) examine the buyer and the seller on all matters that the council considers relevant;

(b) grow a representative sample of the agricultural seed to production stage under the director's supervision through the facilities of the department or a designated university;

(c) hold informal hearings at the time and place directed by the council presiding officer, provided that reasonable notice was given to all parties; and

(d) delegate all or any part of an investigation to one or more of the council members.

(2) The members of the council may not receive compensation for the performance of their duties with respect to this part, except for reimbursement for travel expenses and per diem.