DUTIES

The board shall: (1) recommend to the governor the number of pilots necessary to provide adequate pilot services for the Port of Corpus Christi; (2) examine and determine the qualifications of each applicant for branch pilot; (3) submit to the governor the names of persons who have qualified under this chapter to be appointed as branch pilots; (4) establish pilotage rates; (5) approve any changes of the locations of pilot stations; (6) establish times during which pilot services will be available; (7) hear and determine complaints relating to the conduct of pilots; (8) make recommendations to the governor concerning any pilot whose license or certificate should not be renewed or should be revoked; (9) adopt rules and issue orders to pilots and vessels when necessary to secure efficient pilot services; and (10) institute investigations or hearings or both to consider casualties, accidents, or other actions that violate this chapter.