Thirty-Ninth Biennial Conference June 8-9, 2001 Utah Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville

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1 Thirty-Ninth Biennial Conference June 8-9, 2001 Utah Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville The thirty-ninth biennial conference was held June 8-9, 2001 at the Utah Community Center of the Deaf. On Friday, June 8, the UAD conference opened at 10:00 am with the Senior Citizen s Get Together. Dan Brubaker of Washington, D.C., spoke on Bridging the Generations. Brunch was served. The Miss Deaf Utah Pageant was held that evening (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). Sprint donated $1,000, which covered the cost of the Friday morning brunch, Saturday morning breakfast and Saturday noon box lunches (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). Dennis Platt, president called the conference to order on Saturday, June 9, Valerie Kinney, secretary gave the necrology of departed UAD members and friends. After the names were read, a moment of silence was observed (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). Dan Brubaker. UAD Bulletin, July Officers reports were given by Dennis Platt, president; Ron Nelson, vice president; Valerie Kinney, secretary; Pete Green, treasurer, Ricky Rose, chairman (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). Committee reports were given by Rachel Wheeler, Miss Deaf Utah Pageant state director; Pete Green, UAD Bookstore manager; Dave Mortensen, Utah TTY Directory editor; Clay Crye, UAD Announce/UAD Website moderator; Barbara Bass, UAD Bulletin chair (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2).

2 The conference was recessed for lunch at 12:00, with the business session resuming at 1:00 pm for a community forum moderated by Dan Brubaker, former Utahn (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). During the community forum, two discussion groups were set up and each came up with suggestions and ideas to improve the education of deaf children. The forum lasted three hours (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). USDB Superintendent Lee Robinson and Assistant Superintendent Joseph DiLorenzo attended the biennial conference and the Community Forum on Deaf Education (Nelson, UAD Bulletin, August 2001, p.1). Dr. Robert G. Sanderson was appointed as parliamentarian. Motions passed were: I. The mandate for the years shall be education of deaf children in Utah. II. Recognize the president emeritus of UAD now and thereafter. A flurry of motions regarding the two-year membership requirement to run for the board of directors and the number of directors on the board ensured, ending in having the issues tabled. Elections then took place. Ron Nelson 41 Peter Green 38 Valerie Kinney 38 Dennis Platt 31 Robert Kerr 28 Robert O Brien 27 Clay Crye 26 Keith Nelson 25 Wayne Stoltz 20 Caralee Crye 19 The conference session was then adjourned sine die. The board of directors then met briefly to elect new officers: Robert O Brien, chairman; Ron Nelson, president; Clay Crye, vice-president; Peter Green, treasurer and Valerie Kinney, secretary (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2).

3 The conference concluded with a barbecue dinner. Dan Brubaker spoke briefly to the audience. As part of the entertainment for the conference dinner, Ricky moderated the Utah Deaf Trivia. Everyone had so much fun with this game (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, August 2001, p. 2). Ricky Rose, former chairman, then gave the oath of office to Ron Nelson, Peter Green, Valerie Kinney, Robert Kerr and Dennis Platt. Clay Crye and Robert O Brien were later sworn in. The board agreed to meet on the second Saturday of each month, starting at 9:00 am at the Utah Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 2). UAD President s Message In issue of August 2001 UAD Bulletin, Ron Nelson, president assured that UAD will do its best to keep an eye on the current programs and events at USDB and work hard to ensure that those programs, which benefit deaf children will have the support of UAD. He said, The Deaf Mentor Program is a jewel! Other jewels were the Jean Massieu School and the Deaf Connections at Utah Community Center of Deaf and Hard of Hearing. He asked for community support for those programs to make sure that they continue for a long time to come (Nelson, UAD Bulletin, August 2001, p. 1).

4 UAD Announce Is At Your Service UAD Announce was an list that broadcasts announcements of interest to the Deaf community. There were many ways this mailing list could be used and this was for any Deaf community announcements Weddings Births Deaths Church activities any religion Social activities Open captioned movies Seminars/Workshops/Conferences Community news Deaf sport events Deaf organization meetings Job openings Utah Legislature bills (UAD Bulletin, August 2001, p. 6). NAD Board Visits Utah For the June 2001 board meeting, the National Association of the Deaf board of directors chose to visit Salt Lake City, Utah. They met June 15 and 16 at the Utah Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (later renamed to Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing). A town hall meeting was held Friday evening during which all expressed concerns about various issues. An issue, the stance taken on cochlear implants by NAD, was explained. Due to the media crush and desire to attract parents with Utah Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

5 deaf children with cochlear implants, the NAD implemented a more humane policy after a two-year committee study. The UCCDHH staff took the NAD board members on a tour of the community center and its ongoing construction of a new addition. Saturday evening, UAD hosted a dinner for the NAD board members at the Trolley Square. The visitors were so impressed with it that they took the time to browse among its many shops afterwards. Nancy Bloch, the NAD executive director, sent a thank-you card. An excerpt of her note is given below: your assistance with the details/logistics for our meeting and townhall meeting was invaluable and appreciated. The center and your programs are very impressive and we all left with the green tint of jealousy and envy with all you have accomplished in SLC. The cooperation between Rusty Wales, UCCDHH staff and UAD was superb (UAD Bulletin, July 2001, p. 5). UAD General Meeting Renews Flag Tradition On September 22, 2001, the timing of the meeting was unfortunate due to the tragedy on September 11, Only 20 people showed up. The UAD thanked these people for their attendance. A long moment of silence was held at the beginning of the meeting to honor the workers and victims of the tragedy. For the first time in many years, the American flag as well as the Utah state flag were displayed during the meeting and Dennis Platt led the Pledge of Allegiance (UAD Bulletin, October 2001, p. 1). UAD Board Mentioned in National DeafDigest On June 22, 2003, the DeafDigest Gold had the following comment: Should Utah Association of the Deaf run the national deaf affairs? Well, the experience among the board of directors is considerable:

6 Two past NAD presidents Four past and current NWAAD presidents Two past AAAD vice presidents Said Larry Forestal, the former NAD president of one recent board meeting, It was one of the fastest I have seen everywhere. This should be a lesson for our Congress. Stop wasting time on filibustering and move on with legislative matter (UAD Bulletin, August 2003, p. 7) President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Chairman Chairman Board Members President Emeritus Ronald J. Nelson S. Clay Crye Valerie G. Kinney Peter M. Green (passed away 5/25/2003) Robert J. O Brien (resigned 10/13/2001) Robert G. Kerr (appointed 10/13/2001) Robert G. Kerr (moved up 10/13/2001) Dennis R. Platt Wayne O. Stoltz (appointed 10/13/2001; resigned 5/11/2002) George B. Gavros (appointed 10/12/2002) Rodney W. Walker (appointed ) At the general meeting on March 23, 2002, it was decided to go back to 11 board members, up from 9. Hence four new board members were elected. Board Members Eleanor B. McCowan Boyd D. Collins April J. Trocki Max T. Hardy

7 Fortieth Biennial Conference June 13-14, 2003 Utah Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville On June 13, an early sunny morning, the doors opened for the fortieth biennial conference, which was held at the Utah Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. A brunch was served in the gym for early birds. John Peebler was the chair for the weekend event, assisted by Kathleen Peebler, registration chair. Adele Sigoda and Linda Berness assisted with the registration process. A variety of informational booths, video relay booths, workshops, (National Association of the Deaf, Sego Lily Center for the Deaf, and Free Legal Aid) and Junior UAD get together to fill the day. John Peebler. UAD Bulletin, July The Mr. Deaf Utah 2003 competition was held that evening, with Curtis Barsness emerging as Mr. Deaf Utah. The next morning, Sprint provided a hot brunch to people who came early. The business session, held in the new Lecture Hall, was the highlight of the day. Ron Nelson, president, presided at the proceedings. Rebecca Davenport, the reigning Miss Deaf Utah, gave a rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. Kathleen Peebler. UAD Bulletin, June 2001.

8 Dan Brubaker was introduced as the new Sprint account manager, replacing Mark Tauscher. Norma Lea Chrismon, one of the two NAD Region IV representatives, was also introduced. Rodney Walker, president emeritus was recognized. During the voting session, two former NAD presidents, Robert Sanderson and Larry Forestal, were elected to the board along with two former UAD presidents, Dave Mortensen and Dennis Platt (Nelson, UAD Bulletin, July 2003, p. 2) Larry Forestal, former NAD nad.org. After the business sessions, a dinner was held in the gym and concluded the conference. Dennis Platt was the emcee, leading the program throughout the evening. Norma Lea Chrismon, Region IV representative from National Association of the Deaf, gave the keynote speech. Ron Nelson announced that a life membership and a gift would be presented to Sally Green. She supported the UAD through many years of her husband, Pete s work as UAD treasurer and UAD Bookstore manager before his death on May 25, 2003 (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2003, p. 2 & 4). Pete Green was truly a dedicated UAD member, serving in various capacities. He became a member of UAD when he was 18, and had served as a board member since 1972 and as treasurer since He also had supervised the UAD Bookstore since 1987, becoming manager in In addition, he served other organizations in various capacities Utah Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing as an advisory committee

9 member; National Association of the Deaf as a board member, 1976 to 1980; USD Alumni Reunion as chairman, 1978 and 1984, to name a few (UAD Bulletin, June 2003, p. 1). Junior UAD Junior UAD was established on April 30, 2003 at Bonneville Junior High School. Junior UAD was open to 7 th to 12 th graders. The goal was to learn teamwork, how to work together and have tons of fun. Kristi Mortensen was the Junior UAD advisor (Rainey, UAD Bulletin, June 2003, p. 4-5; Mortensen, K., UAD Bulletin, June 2003, p. 5). Kristi Mortensen explained why it was called Junior UAD instead of Junior NAD. She had been working with the students for several months. She observed that the information about NAD and Junior NAD was a huge picture for them and would go over their heads. Thus making it Junior UAD was better because of a close relationship with UAD. Kristi felt it was easier for the kids to develop connections with UAD. She said that several UAD Board members came to the school and visited with the 7 th to 12 th graders. Kristi hoped that eventually when they understand how UAD works Kristi Mortensen for the Deaf community, they will understand how NAD and Junior NAD are connected and will change from Junior UAD to Junior NAD (Mortensen, K., UAD Bulletin, June 2003, p. 5). UAD Receives NAD Award Eli McCowan and Nancy O Brien, UAD delegates, received a prestigious award on behalf of the Utah Association for the Deaf from National Association of the Deaf at

10 the NAD Conference in Kansas City, Kansas. NAD awarded the State Association Award to only two state associations, the Utah Association for the Deaf and the Florida Association of the Deaf. This was a great honor for UAD! (UAD Bulletin, September 2004, p. 1) President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Chairman Board Members Ronald J. Nelson Eleanor B. McCowan Valerie G. Kinney Dennis R. Platt Robert G. Kerr W. David Mortensen Nancy L. O Brien John (Johnny) C. Peebler Dr. Robert G. Sanderson George D. Wilding Dr. Lawrence (Larry) H. Forestal (resigned 7/2/2004) Keith C. Nelson (appointed 9/18/2004) President Emeritus Rodney W. Walker (appointed 9/18/2004) Forty-First Biennial Conference June 9-11, 2005 Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville Eleanor McCowan was the chair of the forty-first biennial conference at the Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf during June 9-11, 2005 where it was reminiscent of conferences held in the 70s and 80s, with a welcome party on Thursday evening, June 9 and morning brunches to welcome attendees, choices of workshops to attend, two entertaining evenings with the Miss Deaf Utah Pageant on Friday, June 10

11 and wrap up dinner and variety show on Saturday, June 11 (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p. 1). Eleanor (Eli) McCowan led the 2005 UAD Conference committee, which had met for more than a year to plan every aspect of the conference. She was supported by Ron Nelson, facilitator; Valerie Kinney, recorder; Dennis Platt, treasurer; Karen Kendall, conference coordinator; April Trocki, welcome party; Andrea Anderson, dinner; Nancy O Brien, registration; Trenton Marsh, workshops; Mitch Moyers, program book (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p. 1). The business sessions were unique in the use of PowerPoint presentations for reports, as well as the use of a multi-media projector to show what was typed on a laptop. This enabled everyone to read and follow the course of business on the two days the sessions were held (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p.1). Eleanor McCowan, chair of the UAD 2005 Conference During the workshop, Jeff Pollock presented The Utah Deaf Education Controversy: Total Communication Versus Oralism at the University of Utah. The new Miss Deaf Utah for was Shawnelle Hardman of Orem, with Jenna Thorup of Bountiful as first runner up and Joyce Hout of Orem as second runner up. The pageant was presented with a Chinese theme and decorations (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p.1). Those attending the dinner were greeted by Chinese decorations to accompany the Chinese food served for dinner (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p. 1).

12 During the Saturday evening program, Ron Nelson, outgoing president, gave lifetime awards to the following: Jerry and Nancy Taylor Dave and Shanna Mortensen Dennis and Shirley Platt Kenneth and Ilene Kinner Valerie Kinney Each was presented with a Danbury book clock engraved with their name and the UAD logo, along with a lifetime member certificate (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p.1). Ronald Burdett, coordinator of Southern Utah Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, gave a keynote address about past, present and future leadership in Utah. His PowerPoint featured pictures from a 1970 s special issue of the UAD Bulletin, of deaf individuals in various occupations (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p.1). Rodney Walker, president emeritus, gave the oath of office to the new directors who will lead the Utah Association for the Deaf for (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p.1). Ronald Burdett, a keynote speaker of the UAD 2005 Conference The evening wrapped up with Ellen O Hara, outgoing Miss Deaf Utah, hosting a variety show (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, July 2005, p. 1) President Vice President Secretary Robert G. Kerr April J. Trocki Ronald J. Nelson

13 Treasurer Dennis R. Platt Chairlady Nancy L. O Brien Board Members President Emeritus W. David Mortensen Dr. Robert G. Sanderson George D. Wilding Linda S. Berness L. Jay Christensen Eleanor B. McCowan Rodney W. Walker (passed away 8/2/2007) Forty-Second Biennial Conference September 14-15, 2007 Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville The welcome party kicked off the weekend for the forty-second biennial conference where 250 people attended on September 13 at the Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Morning brunches sponsored by Sprint began Friday and Saturday activities (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). In the past, UAD usually had the conference in the summer every two years; however, that year it was in September Since the Winter Deaflympics was a special and unusual event in Utah, they changed the plan for the conference to be held in the fall instead of summer, which gave the committee more time to prepare (Kerr, UAD Bulletin, June

14 2007, p. 2). Friday morning saw workshops presented by local experts. Craig Radford gave Taste of Technology, which showed new innovations by Sprint. Bi-Bi Education in Utah was given by Cindy Plue. Before the refreshment break, hosted by Utah Chapter of Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Bobby Giles, Jim Harper and Julio Diaz took the audience through the making of First ASL Film in Utah. After the break, Jodi Kinner presented History of Deaf Education in Utah (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). The afternoon business session focused on reports, proposals and new business. At the end of Friday s session, it was continued the next morning (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf hosted the 15 th anniversary celebration with a buffet dinner, followed by Tribute to ASL, emceed by Kristi Mortensen. Miss Deaf American, Chelsea Tobin, gave a presentation. Poetry, songs, and poetry acted out, were given by several people (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). Following the Saturday brunch, the business session continued, with new business and election of board members to guide UAD during the term (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). Saturday afternoon saw more workshops. Ron Burdett presented Discovering the Value of SVRS Features. Jana Harbaugh, the only workshop presenter from out of state, conducted Happy Home! Successful Communication and Relationship. Jeff Pollock followed with Me Born IX South Weak-Mind, Go to School, IX North. After a refreshment break, hosted by the same sponsor as the day before, Trenton Marsh ended the afternoon with You Crazy! Deaf Interpreter for-for? (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5).

15 Booths were set up by Sorensen, Hands On VRS, Communication Services for the Deaf VRS and Utah Chapter of RID. Conference attendees sat down to a buffet dinner followed by a program. Prestigious Awards Given During UAD Conference Two prestigious awards were given during the UAD Conference on September 15, 2007, at the end of a successful three-day program. The Golden Hand Award was given to Sorenson Communications, a leading of Video Relay Services (VRS) for deaf and hard of hearing individuals who use American Sign Language. Ronald Burdett, vice president of community relations for Sorenson Communications, received the award on behalf of the company. The award is a recognition program of service in Utah, sponsored by the Utah Association for the Deaf. The UAD honored a local business that had developed a very strong supportive presence in the Utah Deaf community through its development and distribution of the videophone, making possible for deaf people to communicate in natural sign language, deaf to deaf, deaf to hearing, hearing to deaf through its relay system. It was a tremendous boon to all deaf people in Utah as well as other states (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). The Distinguished Service Award was given to Dave Mortensen for his long time service to the Utah Association for the Deaf, especially with regard to his work with the Utah Legislature. He actively solicited the help of Robert Sanderson, Dave Mortensen, Miss Deaf American, and RobKerr, 2007.

16 his district representatives and senators on issues of importance to deaf people at a time when most of them did not get out and do some lobbying. Dave was effective, and the legislators listened and learned about deafness and deaf people. His lobbying, for example, gave push to the establishment of a Deaf Center the first one being the Utah Community Center for the Deaf in Bountiful. Dave also spoke to committees of the Community Councils of Salt Lake City, and United Way, which led to the establishment of interpreter service. Today, we have Utah Interpreter Program and a number of interpreting business. As the result of his push for interpreters in medical settings, the medical community was more aware of the need to call for interpreters for deaf people. Dave served the UAD in a variety positions, notably as president and as editor, since 1967 (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). Entertainment was given by Keith Wann, a CODA, with an hour of comedy routines taken from his life experiences and that of other CODAs (UAD Bulletin, October 2007, p. 1 & 5). UAD Organization Honors by NAD During the National Association of the Deaf awards in New Orleans on July 8, 2008, the Utah Association for the Deaf was honored with an award for its exceptional advocacy and service. Trenton Marsh, UAD representative to the NAD conference, and Eli McCowan, attending MDUP activities the same week, were on hand to receive the award (UAD Bulletin, August 2008, p. 3). Rodney W. Walker, president emeritus from 2003 to 2007, passed away August 2, Dr. Robert G. Sanderson succeeded Rodney as the next president emeritus President Vice President Robert G. Kerr Duane L. Kinner

17 Secretary Eleanor B. McCowan Treasurer Dennis R. Platt (resigned ) Acting Treasurer Valerie G. Kinney (appointed ) Chairman Trenton Marsh Board Members Linda S. Berness Ronald J. Nelson Nancy L. O Brien Matthew (Matt) T. Snarr George D. Wilding Jeffrey (Jeff) W. Pollock (resigned ) Valerie G. Kinney (appointed moved up ) Jennifer A. Byrnes (appointed ) President Emeritus Dr. Robert G. Sanderson (appointed ) Forty-Third Biennial Conference May 7-9, 2009 Robert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Taylorsville The forty-third biennial conference of the Utah Association for the Deaf opened with a 100 th year kick off ceremony Thursday, May 7, The Mr. Deaf Utah Pageant was held that evening (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). Eleanor (Eli) McCowan was again the chairperson of the conference. She and her committee had been planning the two-day event for over a year (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, May 2009, p. 1). Rob Kerr, UAD President

18 Events took place at the Sanderson Community Center on Thursday, May 7. Rob Kerr, UAD president presented the kick off ceremony and Mr. Deaf Utah was presented by the Miss Deaf Ambassadorship Program Committee (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, May 2009, p. 1). The next morning, May 8, a continental breakfast was served before a series of workshops were given at the Sanderson Community Center, as follows: Ryan Commerson (Plenary Speaker): Media, Power & Ideology: Re- Presenting D-E-A-F Jodi Kinner: Deaf Heritage in Utah Sari Williams: What s Love Got To Do With It? Eric Lynn: Deaf Identities: Daily Life Application David Davenport: What is Audism? Bryon Bosshardt: How to Buy/Sell a House in Today s Market Ryan Commerson. Photo by D. Scott Clark. The next day, Saturday, May 9, more workshops were provided at the same place, as follows: Minnie Mae Wilding-Diaz: Deaf Music: A New Deaf Art Form Dr. Freeman King: Sign Language for Hearing Toddlers: A Fascinating Dichotomy Gary Leavitt: World Deaf History Kristen Weiner (Plenary Speaker): Deafhood Yoga (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, May 2009, p. 1). Sorenson Communications sponsored a hot lunch for those in attendance. After that, the business session began and reports from various board members were given (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). After the business and workshops on Saturday evening, the gala took place at the University Park Marriott in Salt Lake City. After the social hour, over 150 attendees streamed in for a delicious dinner. After that, Dr. Robert G. Sanderson presented the new

19 UAD board, and gave the oath to the new directors (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). The President s Award was given to Jodi B. Kinner, for her extraordinary work on updating eligibility of deaf and hard of hearing to access services from Utah School for the Deaf and the Blind (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). The Golden Hand Award was presented to Joe and Debbie Zeidner, founders of Association of Deaf Children, for their advocacy in providing opportunities to deaf children (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). Eli McCowan took the stage to recognize past presidents Dr. Robert Sanderson, Dave Mortensen, Ron Nelson, Rob Kerr. Leon Curtis and Dennis Platt who were unable to attend (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). A top-notch entertainer, Max the Mime, came on and gave a wonderful 45 minutes of laughter, at times involving attendees (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4). The evening came to a close around midnight while attendees mingled and chatted with old and new friends (Kinney, UAD Bulletin, June 2009, p. 1 & 4).

20 UAD Logo The UAD logo underwent a slight change for the 100th anniversary in As found in the attached picture, the name of Utah Association for the Deaf was changed from black to white (Valerie Kinney, personal communication, February 19, 2012). UAD Bulletin Goes Green On January 1, 2009, UAD Bulletin issues began to be posted online to benefit the environment and the financially challenged organization. For the first time since 1954, UAD went paperless (Olsen, UAD Bulletin, January 2009, p. 1) President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Board of Directors President Emeritus Ronald J. Nelson Lorin W. Melander Jennifer A. Byrnes (resigned about ) Mistie A. Owens (appointed ; resigned ) Eleanor B. McCowan (appointed ) Valerie G. Kinney Robert G. Kerr Donna B. Melander Mistie A. Owens (moved up ) Stephen Ehrlich (resigned ) J. Abel Martinez Philippe Montalette (appointed ) Yvonne Montalette (appointed ) Eleanor B. McCowan (appointed ; moved up on same date) Dr. Robert G. Sanderson

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