The purpose of ORS § 478.970 to 478.982 is to establish an identification name for each district to be used for statistical purposes by the State Fire Marshal and in the process of insurance rating. ORS § 478.970 to 478.982 do not alter or add to the corporate title or identification of a district organized or established by law. [1953 c.164 § 1; 1969 c.667 § 59; 2001 c.426 § 2]