The Board shall meet publicly in the State at least 10 times per year and, except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, not more than once per month at the times determined by: a majority of the members then serving; the chair of the Board; or the Secretary. A special meeting of the Board that does not count toward the monthly limit may be called by: a majority of the members then serving; the chair of the Board; or the Secretary. A majority of the members then serving constitutes a quorum. The Board shall: maintain minutes of its meetings and any other records that it considers necessary; on request, provide information regarding its budget, activities, and programs; and allow time for public comment at each of its meetings.