2013 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 58 - Financial Institutions and Regulations
Article 11 - Credit Unions
Section 58-11-27 - Direction of affairs. (2003)

A.   A credit union shall be directed by a board of directors, consisting of an odd number of members, as provided in the bylaws, but not less than five in number, to be elected annually by and from the members. The election shall be held at the annual meeting or in such other manner as the bylaws provide. All members of the board shall hold office for such terms as the bylaws provide.   

B.   A supervisory committee shall consist of an odd number of members, as provided in the bylaws, but not less than three or more than seven in number. The bylaws shall specify the length of the terms of the committee members and whether membership of the supervisory committee shall be by annual election or appointment by the board of directors.   

C.   The board of directors may delegate any or all of its authority to extend credit, including the determination of interest rates, to one or more committees or an executive officer, provided such person is not a member of the board. A committee may consist of one or more members.