1. The governor shall designate a chairman from among the members of the board appointed by him, to hold such office at his pleasure. The board may provide for its organization and appoint such other officers from among its members as it deems appropriate. 2. The commissioner, upon the approval of the board, shall appoint staff within amounts made available by appropriation to serve the board. The staff shall assist with the organization and implementation of the board's duties; serve as a liaison between the commissioner and board; inform the board of all developments germane to its duties and perform other duties required of the board through provisions of article fourteen of this chapter and any other laws affecting the board.
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