(1) Each member of the State Board of Agriculture may receive compensation and expenses as provided in ORS § 292.495, payable from moneys appropriated or otherwise made available to the board.

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 561.374

(2) The board shall select a chairperson from among its voting members.

(3) The board shall meet once during each calendar quarter at a time and place determined by the chairperson. The board may hold additional meetings at times and places determined by the chairperson or the Director of Agriculture, or as requested by five or more members. A majority of the voting board members constitutes a quorum. An act by a majority of a quorum is an official act of the board.

(4) By arrangement with the chairperson, the Director of Agriculture shall review with the board the activities of the State Department of Agriculture and, subject to policy direction by the board, outline the methods, policies and program of work for the department. [Formerly 561.140]