Sec 32-2104. Real estate advisory board; members; terms; qualifications; compensation; chairman; duties

A. The real estate advisory board is established composed of ten members who are appointed by the governor. The term of office of each member is six years, and the terms of three members expire on January 31 of each odd numbered year. Appointment to fill a vacancy occurring other than by expiration of term shall be filled by appointment for the unexpired portion of the term only.

B. The membership of the board shall consist of:

1. Two members, each of whom is a real estate broker with at least five years of brokerage experience in this state. Not more than one member shall be appointed from any one county.

2. Three members, two of whom have been engaged in residential real estate brokerage for the five years immediately preceding appointment, and one of whom has been engaged in multifamily residential rental property management with a real estate broker license for the five years immediately preceding appointment.

3. Two members who are primarily engaged in subdividing real property.

4. Three public members who are not related within the third degree of consanguinity or affinity to any person holding a broker's or salesperson's license from this state.

C. Members of the board shall receive no compensation but shall be reimbursed for subsistence expenses pursuant to section 38-624 and travel expenses pursuant to section 38-623.

D. The board annually shall select from its membership a chairperson for the board.

E. The board shall provide the commissioner with such recommendations as it deems necessary and beneficial to the best interests of the public. The board shall also provide recommendations on specific questions or proposals as the board deems necessary or as requested by the commissioner.

F. The board annually shall present to the governor an evaluation of the performance of the real estate commissioner and the real estate department.

G. Not more than five members of the board from any one county may serve concurrently.