The bill amends the management and control structure of county economic development authorities in West Virginia by reducing the minimum number of board members from seven to a new minimum of three. This change allows for greater flexibility in the composition of the board, which is responsible for overseeing the authority's property, operations, and affairs. The county commission retains the power to appoint members to the board, which can consist of up to 21 members, and must include one representative from the county commission itself. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing framework for the appointment and terms of board members, stipulating that initial appointees will serve staggered terms of one, two, and three years, with subsequent appointments set for three-year terms. The county commission also retains the authority to remove members and appoint successors as needed. This legislative change aims to streamline the governance of county economic development authorities while ensuring that local interests are represented.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-12-3
Engrossed Version: 7-12-3
Enrolled Version: 7-12-3