Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Contact: Jessica Robinson, 573-751-0290
Blunt Makes Appointments to State Boards, Commissions and Councils
JEFFERSON CITY–Gov. Matt Blunt announced appointments of members who will serve on several boards, commissions and councils.
Board of Geologist Registration
Don L. Warner, of Rolla, is dean emeritus at the School of Mines and Metallurgy and professor emeritus of geological engineering at the University of Missouri-Rolla. Warner holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s in geological engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and doctorate in engineering science from the University of California-Berkley. Warner’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 11, 2007.
Central Missouri State University Board of Governors
Anthony (Art) P. Arton, 22 of Warrensburg, is a political science major at Central Missouri State University. Arton is a student senator and member of the Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board. Arton is the recipient of the Walt Hicklin Government and Public Service Scholarship and Provost Scholarship. Arton’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 31, 2007.
Coordinating Board for Early Childhood Development
Monica E. Haaf, 36 of Jefferson City, is employed with the University Missouri Extension in the Family Nutrition Program. Haaf holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial relations from the Technological Institute of Chihuahua II in Mexico. Haaf’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Valeri J. Lane, 54 of Sedalia, is director of Family and Child Development at the Center for Human Services, Children’s Therapy Center in Sedalia. Lane holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education, masters in curriculum and instruction, and early childhood special education and a doctorate in human development and family studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Lane’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Theresa Mayberry-Dunn, 55 of St. Louis, is president and CEO of Grace Settlement House. Mayberry-Dunn holds a bachelor’s degree in social science and master’s in counseling psychology from George Williams College and a doctorate from the Jane Addams College of Social Work. Mayberry-Dunn’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Joseph (Joe) L. Ulveling, 42 of Jefferson City, is a family ministries specialist for the Missouri Baptist Convention. Ulveling holds a bachelor’s degree in education and business from Tennessee Temple University. Ulveling’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Hazardous Waste Management Commission
James (Jamie) T. Frakes (R), 38 of Portageville, is director of the Small Business Development Center at Dyersburg Community College. Frakes holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Arkansas State University, a master’s of administration from Southeast Missouri State University and a doctorate in higher and adult education from the University of Memphis. Frakes’ appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 3, 2008.
Life Sciences Research Board
Roger L. Mitchell, 73 of Columbia, is dean emeritus of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri- Columbia. Mitchell holds a bachelor’s degree in agronomy from Iowa State University, a master’s in agronomy from Cornell University and a doctorate in agronomy from Iowa State University. Mitchell’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 8, 2008.
Linked Deposits Review Committee
James R. Bracht, 56 of Springfield, is president and CEO of OakStar Bank, N.A. Bracht holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s of agricultural economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a graduate degree in banking from The Stonier Graduate School of Banking; Rutgers University. Bracht’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Craig Westfall, 36 of Halfway, owns Westfall Farms. Westfall is a member of the Missouri Farm Bureau and State Farm Service Agency Committee. Westfall’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Missouri Acupuncturist Advisory Committee
Jason R. Hackler, 39 of St. Louis, is a licensed practitioner of acupuncture and oriental medicine at Natural Life Therapy Clinic and vice president of operations for the Institute of American Acupuncture and Life Medicine. Hackler holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of California-Santa Cruz and completed a four year apprenticeship training program in Acupuncture with Thomas E. Duckworth, DKM, L.Ac. in New Mexico. Hackler’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 10, 2008.
Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority
Kelly R. Forck (D), 34 of Jefferson City, is the operator and co-owner of Forck Farms. Forck is also the operations engineer for Jefferson City Fire. Forck’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on June 30, 2006.
Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Landscape Architects
John R. Teale, 54 of Maryville, is the owner of Midland Surveying, Inc and president of Midland GIS Solutions, LLC. Teale holds a bachelor’s degree from Northwest State University. Teale’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Sept. 30, 2009.
Missouri Board for Respiratory Care
F. Arlene Hogue (R), 65 of St. Charles, is executive director of Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County. Hogue holds a bachelor’s degree in social sciences from Chapman University. Hogue’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 3, 2007.
Missouri Board of Examiners for Hearing Instrument Specialists
Martin J. Struckhoff, 39 of Augusta, is the president and owner of Advanced Hearing Care Inc. Struckhoff holds a bachelor’s degree in administration of justice from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Struckhoff’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Jan. 11, 2009.
Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority
John F. Smith, of St. Charles, is an educational consultant and president of the Board of Education of the City of St. Charles School District. Smith holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and religion from Baylor University, a master’s in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia and doctorate in educational administration from Hamilton University. Smith’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 22, 2010.
Missouri Real Estate Appraisers Commission
Philip T. Treacy, 39 of St. Louis, is vice president of sales for Lowery Systems, Inc. Treacy holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Fairfield University. Treacy’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Sept. 12, 2008.
Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Richard D. James, 50 of St. Charles, has been in private practice since 1979. James is a graduate of the Logan College of Chiropractic. James’ appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Jan. 24, 2010.
Missouri State Public Employees Deferred Compensation Commission
Henry T. Herschel, 53 of Jefferson City, is chief counsel for the Office of Administration. Herschel holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and English from Marquette University and a juris doctorate from Washington University. Herschel’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Nov. 30, 2007.
Missouri State University Board of Governors
Ryan A. Sivill, 21 of Chillicothe, is an accounting and finance major at Missouri State University. Sivill is president of the Missouri State University Ambassadors. Sivill’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 31, 2007.
Missouri Training and Employment Council
Ronald W. Randen, 66 of Gideon, is senior vice president for business development at the Missouri Enterprise Business Assistance Center. Randen holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Chile. Randen’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Aug. 28, 2009.
Missouri Veterans’ Commission
Joseph J. Frank, 58 of Sunset Hills, is a member of the National Commanders Advisory Committee, The American Legion. Frank is a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran serving as a combat engineer with the 39th Engineer Battalion. Frank’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Nov. 2, 2009.
Missouri Western State University Board of Governors
Harold C. Callaway, 20 of Faucett, is a business major at Missouri Western State University. Callaway is an undergraduate director at the Center for Consumer Research on campus. Callaway’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 31, 2007.
Missouri Women’s Council
Donayle E. Whitmore-Smith (D), 38 of St. Louis City, is the interim director for Missouri Coalition for School Choice. Whitmore-Smith holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Southern University A&M College in Louisiana. Whitmore-Smith’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 6, 2006.
Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission
Steven L. Bruce, 57 of Fair Play, is Polk County Sheriff. Bruce served as mayor and on the school board of Fair Play. Bruce’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 3, 2008.
Dwight E. Diehl, 61 of Belton, is Cass County Sheriff. Diehl is a graduate of the Kansas City Police Academy, National Sheriff’s Institute graduate and a member of the FBI/Law Enforcement Executive Development Association. Diehl’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 3, 2008.
Mary E. Edwards-Fears, 45 of Florissant, is a lieutenant in the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Edwards-Fears holds a bachelor’s degree from Webster University. Edwards-Fears’ appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 3, 2006.
Seismic Safety Commission
Kenneth M. Berry, 38 of Chesterfield, is a senior project manager for URS Corporation in St. Louis. Berry holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from North Carolina State University and a master’s of civil engineering from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Berry’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on July 1, 2008.
State Board of Education
Deborah L. Demien (R), 55 of Wentzville, is the director of marketing for Demien Construction. Demien holds a bachelor’s degree in English and history from Southwest Missouri State University and a master’s in education from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Demien’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on July 1, 2013.
State Board of Optometry
Michael L. Nichols, 53 of Columbia, is an optometrist at Columbia Eye Consultants. Nichols holds a bachelor’s degree and a doctor of optometry degree from the University of Houston. Nichols’ appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on June 30, 2010.
State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
Dr. Keith A. LaFerriere, of Springfield, is a board certified facial plastic surgeon with St. John’s Health System. LaFerriere has specialized in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery in Springfield for 27 years and is a clinical professor of surgery with the University of Missouri-Columbia. LaFerriere holds a bachelor’s degree and medical degree from the University of Michigan. LaFerriere’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Sept. 3, 2008.
State Committee for Social Workers
Kathie A. Miller, 48 of Dexter, is the executive director of the Center for Family Resources, Inc. Miller holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Avila College and a master’s of social work from the University of Illinois. Miller’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 23, 2008.
State Mental Health Commission
Phillip W. McClendon, 59 of Joplin, is the senior pastor at Calvary Baptist Church. McClendon holds a bachelor’s degree from Cumberland College, a master’s of divinity from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a doctorate of ministry from Luther Rice Seminary. McClendon’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on June 28, 2008.
Truman State University Board of Governors
Emily S. Kiddoo, 20 of Memphis, is a political science and business major at Truman State University. Kiddoo is a recipient of the 2004 Truman Leadership Scholarship award. Kiddoo’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 31, 2007.
For more information on Missouri’s boards and commissions visit http://www.gov.mo.gov/boards/boards.htm.
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