- The SLFPA—West Board must consist of no more or no less than two (2) members from each parish (Orleans and Jefferson) on the West Bank.
- The board must have two (2) at-large members.
- Three (3) members who shall either be an engineer or a professional in a related field, such as geotechnical, hydrological, or environmental science.
- Two (2) members who shall be a professional in a discipline other than that occurring in #3 above, with at least 10 years of professional experience in that discipline.
- A Nominating Committee shall recommend one name for those members listed in #3 above, and two names for those listed in #2 and #4 above for each board position to the Governor.
- The Governor shall appoint from the list of nominations.
- Senate Confirmation is required.
- Members serve staggered terms.
- Members are prohibited from political activity similar to the Louisiana Board of Ethics.