Yes, DSWA has a seven member Board of Directors that with the exception of its Chairman, who is appointed by the State Senate, the Board is appointed by the Governor for three-year terms. Board members serve voluntarily and without pay. Serving on the Board takes a strong commitment; given that they serve as a working group not an advisory group attending, meetings, public hearings, workshops, and much more. The Board of Directors sets policies and makes decisions regarding current operations, programs, and planning.