A commission shall engage in a continuous program of research, study, and planning of matters affecting its area including but not limited to:

(1) Land use;

(2) Transportation within the area, including highways, railroads, airports, streets, and mass transit;

(3) The acquisition and financing of facilities for the disposal of solid waste material for the area and the means of financing such facilities;

(4) The acquisition and financing of storm water drainage facilities for the area and the means of financing such facilities;

(5) The acquisition and financing of suitable major parks and open spaces within and adjacent to the area;

(6) The control and prevention of air and water pollution;

(7) Environmental quality;

(8) Law enforcement agencies and increased efficiency of the criminal justice systems in the area;

(9) Planning for the provision of health facilities and services; and

(10) The feasibility of the consolidation of common services of political subdivisions.