Originally published: . Volume 12, No. 8. Source pages: 6.
In July, Gov. Edwards announced his appointments to various boards and commissions.
Rep. Francis C. Thompson of Delhi has been reappointed to the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education. Thompson is a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives and will serve as a member of the Louisiana Legislature.
The Southern Regional Education Board works with states to improve education. They provide policymakers with reliable data to inform sound policies and help states collaborate and share resources. The SRED serves educators with training that transforms teaching to prepare students for what comes next.
Col. Carlos J. Stout of Lafayette has been reappointed to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice. Col. Stout is the chief deputy for the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office. Col. Stout will serve as a person having vital concern with law enforcement and the administration of criminal justice.
The Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice serves to improve the operations of the criminal justice and juvenile justice system and promote public safety by providing progressive leadership and coordination within the criminal justice community.
Jacqueline N. Grant of Baton Rouge has been appointed to the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board. Grant is a clinical professor for juvenile law at Southern University Law Center and will represent the university community.
The Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board provides funds for non-profit and public agencies throughout the state for the prevention of child abuse and neglect.
The Acadiana Area Human Services District (AAHSD) was created by the Louisiana State Legislature to provide administration, management, and operation of behavioral health (addictive disorders and mental health) and developmental disabilities services to the residents of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin and Vermilion parishes.
David J. Merrill Jr. of New Iberia has been reappointed to the Acadiana Area Human Services District. Merrill is the assistant manager of GMC and sales at Musson Patout and will serve as an advocate in the field of substance-related and addictive disorders.
Quinta L. Thompson of Lafayette has been reappointed to the Acadiana Area Human Services District. Thompson is a math teacher and will serve as an advocate in the field of mental health.
Elizabeth F. West of Pine Prairie has been reappointed to the Acadiana Area Human Services District. West is the managing editor of the Ville Platte Gazette.
The State as a Model Employer Task Force's mission is to enhance the diversity of the public workforce, lead the business community, and highlight the State's position as a leader in the protection of civil rights for individuals living with disabilities.
Quintillis K. Lawrence of Baton Rouge has been appointed to the State as a Model Employer Task Force. Lawrence is a human resources attorney for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
In May and June the Governor made several appointments. Included were the following:
Yavonka G. Archaga of Kenner was appointed to the Louisiana Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). Ms. Archaga is the CEO of Resources for Independent Living, Inc. She will serve as a director of a center for independent living, chosen by the directors of centers for independent living within the state.
The Louisiana Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) was established by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to support the efforts of our citizens with disabilities to live independently in the community of their choice. SILC works to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence and productivity of individuals with disabilities, facilitating integration and full inclusion into the mainstream of American society. SILC is composed of twenty-two members appointed by the governor. It is required that the majority of SILC members are individuals with disabilities and provide statewide representation.
De Ann Marie Gruber Ph.D. of Mandeville was appointed to the Louisiana Commission on HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis C Education, Prevention and Treatment. Gruber is the director of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases for the Louisiana Department of Health and will serve as a representative from the Office of Public Health who has knowledge of policies related to HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis C.
Reshelle C. Marino, Ph.D. of Metairie was reappointed to the Human Trafficking Prevention Commission Advisory Board. Marino is an assistant professor in the Counseling Department at Southeastern Louisiana University and will serve as a representative of the Louisiana School Counselors Association.
Daniel I. Waldman, M.D. of New Orleans was appointed to the Children's Cabinet Advisory Board. Waldman is an assistant professor of child and adolescent psychiatry at the LSU Health Sciences Center and will serve as the designee of the CEO of the LSU Health Sciences Center.
Angela R. Wiggins Harris of New Orleans was appointed to the Children's Cabinet Advisory Board. Ms. Harris is a senior market development professional with Humana, Inc. She will represent the National Association of Social Workers.
Interested persons can offer to serve on boards or commissions by contacting the Office of the Governor.
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