FQHC Governing Boards
The governing board of a FQHC is legally responsible for ensuring that the health center complies with federal, state and local laws and regulations and is financially viable. Every FQHC must have a governing body that:
- Is Composed of Individuals, a majority of whom are served by the center and who represent the individuals served by the center
- Meets at least once a month
- Selects the services provided by the health center
- Determines the hours during which services will be provided
- Approves the centers grant application and annual budget
- Approves the selection of the Chief Executive Officer for the center
- Establishes general policy for the center (specific exceptions are made in the case of public entities)