The local territorial cohesion committees referred to in article L. 1232-2 include representatives of the State and its public establishments, including representatives of establishments that are members of the national coordination committee, representatives of local and regional authorities and representatives of institutions, structures or operators, whether or not attached to a local or regional authority, involved in the field of engineering for the benefit of local and regional authorities and their groupings. The composition of each committee is defined by order of the departmental prefect. They meet as often as necessary and at least twice a year in each département. The agency’s regional delegate acts as secretary. The committee may hold any hearings it deems necessary for the proper performance of its duties.