CHWA’s Board of Directors manages, sets policy for, and oversees the management of this organization. The Board of Directors controls its property, its finances, its policy, and its affairs. The Board of Directors may enter contracts necessary to achieve CHWA’s goals.

There are consistently between seven (7) and eleven (11) members of the Board of Directors, with representation from at least three (3) business owners within the Coupeville Historic Waterfront catchment area (both retail and non-retail are represented), at least two (2) real property owners, and no majority from any one occupation. All Directors must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and of sound mind.  CHWA Board Officer positions currently include President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.

Every Director on the Board is elected for a three (3) year term. The Board of Directors will serve staggered terms. No Director on the Board will serve more than two (2) consecutive three (3) year terms without stepping down from serving for at least one (1) year.