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Governor Palin Fills Boards and Commissions
February 23, 2007, Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin recently announced the appointment of 45 Alaskans to various boards and commissions throughout Alaska. The appointees were chosen from a total of 287 people who applied during the Governor’s first five weeks in office.
“I’m honored by the overwhelming response we have received from Alaskans across the state willing to serve on all of our important boards,” said Governor Palin. “I appreciate their selfless efforts to share their expertise and knowledge with the rest of the state.”
Appointees to boards and commissions who serve as the head of principal departments, or are regulatory or quasi-judicial in nature, must be submitted to the Legislature within thirty days of the regular session convening.
Currently, almost 1,100 board members, spanning 105 communities across Alaska, serve the state. Governor Palin is committed to bringing more diversity and regional balance to the 122 state boards and commissions. These appointments are reflective of the Governor’s commitment.
Of note, Ben Grussendorf, a former Speaker of the House from Sitka was re-appointed to the Board of Game. Grussendorf is only the second Board of Game member to be appointed by three different governors. The other member was Sidney Huntington who served in the 1970s. “I thank Ben for his continued service to the Board of Game. He brings immeasurable knowledge and objectivity to a board that is important to so many Alaskans,” said Governor Palin.
Mr. Chuck Kopp, the City of Kenai Police Chief, was appointed to the Alaska Judicial Council, the board charged with nominating all statewide judges for the Governor’s consideration. The Governor must appoint from the names nominated by the Council. “Chief Kopp’s appointment to the Judicial Council is well deserved. I’m confident his vast statewide knowledge and his long career in the state’s criminal justice system will bring added value to a very critical board,” said Governor Palin.
A complete list of board and commissions can be found on Governor Palin’s homepage at gov.state.ak.us or by calling the Boards and Commissions office (907) 465-3500.
In accordance with Alaska Statute 39.05.080, Governor Palin submitted the following names for legislative confirmation of appointment to the boards and commissions set out below:
Alaska State Board of Public Accountancy
Mr. Bruce Gabrys of Eagle River
Appointed: 3/1/2007
Term Expires: 3/1/2011
Ms. Rebecca Jensen of Pedro Bay
Appointed: 3/1/2007
Term Expires: 3/1/2011
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
Ms. Shirley A. Gifford of Soldotna
Appointed: 10/11/2005
Reappointed: 3/1/2007
Term Expires: 3/1/2010
State Assessment Review Board
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