The commissioner has somewhat broader authority and can remove board members for neglecting duties or violating state law. (buffalonews.com)
In New York, a state education commissioner could also remove a board member if that person broke the law. (buffalonews.com)
The state education commissioner can remove a board member for willful violation or neglect of duty, or for disobeying a law, or a decision, order or regulation of the commissioner or the Board of Regents. (buffalonews.com)