N.D. Cent. Code § 24-05-19: County bound to provide its share of cost

The election to proceed with an improvement as provided in section 24-05-18 by the board of county commissioners constitutes an agreement and contract with the director and the board of county commissioners shall provide sufficient funds in accordance with law to defray its share of the cost of such improvement or shall levy sufficient taxes therefor. Construction on such improvement must be commenced within one year.