Can the board elect a president?

The correct answer is that the board has the authority to elect a president. In the context of governance structures, many boards or commissions have the rule of electing their own leadership, including positions like the president. By allowing the board to elect its president, it ensures that the leadership can be chosen based on the members' preferences and can reflect the values or goals they intend to prioritize during their term. This form of election is often enshrined in the bylaws of the organization and provides flexibility in leadership, fostering accountability and responsiveness to the needs of the board members and the organization as a whole.

The other options suggest alternative methods for determining the president, such as assignment, election solely by the governor, or through seniority, which do not align with the common practice of allowing boards discretion in choosing leadership through an internal election process. These approaches could limit the board’s autonomy and fail to facilitate a dynamic leadership model that can adapt to the evolving goals of the board.