Monday, July 2, 2007
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Blunt Makes Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
JEFFERSON CITY– Gov. Matt Blunt announced appointments of members who will serve on several boards, commissions and councils.
Advisory Committee for 911 Service Oversight
Mary M. Berry, 61 of Maysville, is DeKalb County Clerk. She is currently secretary of ACCD 911 and has served in this capacity since 1992 when she assisted in the implementation of 911 in DeKalb County. Her appointment as the county representative is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 9, 2011.
Dr. Brian J. Robb, 49 of Liberty, is an emergency room physician at Liberty Emergency Physicians. Dr. Robb holds a bachelor's degree from Washington University and a doctorate of osteopathic medicine from the University of Health Sciences in Kansas City. His appointment as the emergency care representative is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 9, 2011.
Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules
Dorothy M. Creager (R), 61 of Blue Springs, is an underwriting manager for St. Paul Travelers Companies. Ms. Creager has been a member of the Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules since 1997. Her reappointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Sept. 28, 2008.
Citizens' Advisory Commission for Marketing Missouri Agricultural Products
Stephen L. McBee, 53 of Braymer, is the owner and operator of McBee Angus. Mr. McBee holds a bachelor's degree and a master's in animal husbandry from the University of Missouri. His appointment in the livestock experience slot is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on April 10, 2010.
Clean Water Commission
Mr. Jan C. Tupper, 71 of Joplin, is a retired engineer and president of Allgeier, Martin and Associates. Mr. Tupper holds a bachelor's degree in geology from the University of Oklahoma. His appointment as the member with knowledge of waste water treatment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending April 12, 2011.
Coordinating Board for Early Childhood
Dr. Patricia I. Carter, 47 of Columbia, is the clinical director for Children, Youth and Families at the Department of Mental Health (DMH). Dr. Carter holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Mississippi. Her appointment as a representative of DMH is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Credit Union Commission
Harold (Hal) E. James (R), 53 of Columbia, is president and CEO of Missouri Credit Union. Mr. James holds a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His reappointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Jan. 1, 2013.
Charles H. Waalkes (R), 60 of Chesterfield, is president of the American Eagle Credit Union Division at the Anheuser-Busch Employees' Credit Union. Mr. Waalkes holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Jan. 11, 2011.
Elevator Safety Board
John P. Orr (D), 46 of St. Peters, is a business representative at I.U.E.C. Local #3. Mr. Orr is a graduate of Ranken Tech. His appointment representing the labor interests of the elevator industry is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on June 6, 2010.
Governor's Advisory Council for Veteran's Affairs
Daniel P. Schoenekase, 34 of Ballwin, is an attorney at Greensfelder, Hemker and Gale. Mr. Schoenekase holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Truman University and a juris doctorate from Saint Louis University. He previously served ten years in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard. His appointment is for a term ending at the pleasure of the governor.
Governor's Council on Disability
Andrea D. Buening, 46 of Seneca, is an independent special projects coordinator and brain injury advocate at the Independent Living Center. Ms. Buening holds a bachelor's degree in education from Missouri Southern State College. Her appointment is for a term ending on Oct. 1, 2009.
Linn State Technical College Board of Regents
Kenneth L. Miller (R), 62 of Lebanon, is general manager of Laclede Electric Cooperative. Mr. Miller holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Drury College. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Dec. 29, 2011.
Missouri Assistive Technology Advisory Council
Robin J. Rust, 49 of Fulton, is project director for the MR/DD Systems Transformation Initiative, employed by the Department of Mental Health. Ms. Rust holds a bachelor's degree in social work from Missouri State University and master's in public administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Her appointment is for a term ending on Aug. 28, 2008.
Missouri State University Board of Governors
Gordon A. Elliot (R), 63 of Springfield, is a senior partner at Elliot Robinson & Company, CPA's. Mr. Elliot holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Missouri State University. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Jan. 1, 2013.
Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission
Kenneth L. Gregory, 55 of Florissant, is captain/director of St. Louis County & Municipal Police Academy. Captain Gregory holds a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 3, 2009.
Ronald S. Johnson, 43 of St. Louis, is a captain with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Captain Johnson holds an associate degree in criminal justice from Florissant Valley Community College. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Oct. 3, 2009.
Petroleum Storage Tank Insurance Fund Board of Trustees
Schuyler J. Mariea, 44 of Jefferson City, is president of Premier Bank in Jefferson City. Mr. Mariea holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Westminster College and a master's of business administration from Lincoln University. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Feb. 6, 2010.
State Committee for Professional Counselors
Naomi R. Hunter, 54 of Joplin, is a counselor at the Ozark Center Turnaround Ranch. Ms. Hunter holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Missouri Southern State College and master's in counseling from Pittsburg State University. Her appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Aug. 28, 2008.
State Historical Records Advisory Board
Robert P. Neumann, 53 of Republic, is an archivist at the Greene County Archives and Records Center. Mr. Neumann attended Southwest Missouri State University. His appointment is subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending on Nov. 1, 2009.
State Rehabilitation Advisory Council
Barbara J. Gilpin, 52 of Russellville, is interim assistant director of effective practices with the Division of Special Education at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Ms. Gilpin holds a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's in education administration from Lincoln University. Her appointment is for a term ending March 11, 2009.
For more information on Missouri's boards and commissions visit http://www.gov.mo.gov/boards/boards.htm.