What is the consequence of missing three consecutive Board meetings without just cause?

• A. Removal as determined by the Board
• B. Financial penalty
• C. Temporary suspension
• D. Public reprimand

Answer: (A)

Missing three consecutive meetings without a justifiable reason signals a clear neglect of the duties a board member owes to the public and to the governance of the profession. When a member stops showing up, the board’s ability to function effectively is undermined, votes can’t be properly formed, and oversight suffers. Because of that, the board has the authority to remove a member to protect the public interest and maintain proper governance. This removal isn’t automatic or punitive in itself; it’s a determination the board makes based on the sustained failure to fulfill a core duty. In contrast, financial penalties, temporary suspensions, or public reprimands are sanctions typically tied to licensee discipline or other misconduct, not the governance role of a board member.