New Mexico Statutes Chapter 76. Agriculture § 76-3-12. Chairman's duties and powers

The chairman shall preside at all meetings of the board, shall countersign all checks for moneys paid out, and shall sign all contracts to which the county board of horticultural commissioners is a party: provided, the same shall have been approved by the board. He shall have power to call a meeting of the board at any time he deems it necessary, whenever requested by a majority of the board, or when requested in writing by six of the resident fruit growers.