Contributions to the district shall be permitted on a voluntary basis. The boundary of the district shall not be modified as a result of the contribution, nor shall said contributing business be considered a member of the district for voting or other purposes.

However, said business making a voluntary contribution may be entitled to participate in the programs of the district upon a finding by the board of directors that the district derives a benefit from said business’ participation in the program. (Ord. 2104 NCS §2 (part), 2000.)