Board of directors

§ 24502. Board of directors (a) Composition.—The board of directors of Amtrak Commuter is composed of the following directors: (1) the President of Amtrak Commuter. (2) one individual from the board of directors of Amtrak selected as a representative of commuter authorities that make contracts with Amtrak Commuter for the operation of commuter rail passenger transportation. (3) 2 individuals selected by the board of directors of Amtrak. (4) 2 individuals selected by commuter authorities for which Amtrak Commuter provides commuter rail transportation under this chapter. However, only one individual shall be selected under this clause if Amtrak Commuter provides the transportation for only one authority. 108 STAT. 921 (b) Terms.—Except as otherwise provided in this section, individuals shall serve for 2 years. (c) Chairman.—The board shall select annually one of its members to serve as Chairman. (d) Pay and Expenses.—Each director not employed by the United States Government is entitled to $300 a day when performing board duties and powers. Each director is entitled to reimbursement for necessary travel, reasonable secretarial and professional staff support, and subsistence expenses incurred in attending board meetings. (e) Vacancies.—A vacancy on the board is filled in the same way as the original selection. (f) Bylaws.—The board may adopt and amend bylaws governing the operation of Amtrak Commuter. The bylaws shall be consistent with this part and the articles of incorporation.