The governing body of the DLBA consists of the President, Vice President, and 11 directors.  Three of the directors positions are filled by appointment by the directors of the Grape Belt USBC Youth Association.

Day to day operations of the DLBA are handled by the Association Manager.  This person is hired on a yearly basis at the discretion of the board.

The Board of Directors meet approximately four times each season, usually Sunday mornings, at various locations.  These are open meetings, and any bowler who participates in a USBC certified league in the DLBA is welcome to attend.

Any member of the DLBA is eligible to run for office or be considered for Association Manager.  Elections are held at the DLBA Annual Meeting, which occurs at the end of July, just prior to the official start of the USBC Fall/Winter season, which begins on August 1st.