§ 10.1-2102. Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Board established
A. There is hereby established the Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Board. The Board shall consist of nine Tidewater Virginia residents appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the General Assembly. The Board shall consist of at least one individual from each Planning District in which there is located one or more Tidewater Virginia localities. Members of the Board shall be representative of, but not limited to, citizens with an interest in and experience with local government, business, the use and development of land, agriculture, forestry and the protection of water quality. Upon initial appointment, three members shall be appointed for four-year terms, three for three-year terms, and three for two-year terms. Thereafter, all members shall be appointed for terms of four years each. Vacancies occurring other than by expiration of a term shall be filled by the Governor in the same manner as the original appointment for the unexpired portion of the term.
B. The Board shall adopt rules and procedures for the conduct of its business.
C. The Board shall elect a chairman from among its members.
D. A quorum shall consist of five members. The decision of a majority of those members present and voting shall constitute a decision of the Board; however, a favorable vote of the majority of the Board membership is required to adopt criteria pursuant to § 10.1-2107 of this chapter or for any action taken by the Board under subdivision 8 of § 10.1-2103. If at a meeting of the Board action will be taken under subdivision 8 of § 10.1-2103 with respect to the comprehensive plan, zoning or subdivision ordinance of a county, city or town, written notice of such meeting shall be given to the governing body of the locality at least ten days in advance of the meeting.
E. The Board shall meet at least four times a year, and other meetings may be held at any time or place determined by the Board or upon call of the chairman or upon written request to the chairman of any two members. All members shall be duly notified of the time and place of any regular or other meeting at least ten days in advance of such meetings.
F. The Board shall keep a complete and accurate record of its proceedings. A copy of the record shall be available for public inspection and copying.
(1988, cc. 608, 891.)
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