1.  In any county in which a commission has been created by ordinance, the commission may:

(a) Receive and disburse federal funds;

(b) Submit project applications and programs of projects to federal agencies;

(c) Enter into formal agreements concerning projects with federal agencies; and

(d) Conduct public hearings and certify that such hearings were conducted.

2.  If a commission receives federal funds for any project, the commission shall comply with any applicable federal law in relation to providing goods or services related to such project.