The term of office of each member of the committee is four years; provided that members shall be appointed for staggered terms beginning July 1, 1983 so that two terms end on June 30, 1985, two terms end on June 30, 1986 and three terms end on June 30, 1987. Thereafter, all members shall be appointed to four-year terms. Members shall be appointed to provide adequate representation of all geographic areas of the state.
NMS § 60-14-5