A. The association’s board of directors shall consist of not less than five nor more than eleven appointed members serving terms as provided in the association’s plan of operation, and the superintendent or his designated representative as an ex-officio member. Appointed board members shall be selected by member insurers, subject to the superintendent’s approval. A majority of the appointed members shall be employed by member insurers. Vacancies shall be filled for the remaining term by majority vote of the remaining board members, subject to the superintendent’s approval.

B. Board members may be reimbursed from the administrative account for any reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in their capacities as board members, but the amount of such reimbursement shall not exceed guidelines provided by the approved plan of operation.