December 22, 2005

TO:              Lawrence City Commissioners

FROM:         Dennis “Boog” Highberger, Mayor

RE:              Appointments to boards and commissions

I recommend the following individuals for the appointments listed below.  I have included phone numbers.  Please feel free to call any of them to discuss their potential appointments.  I believe they are willing to answer your questions or receive any comments you might have.

Board of Electrical Examiners & Appeals:

Appoint Daniel Beebe (838.3948) to the position vacated by Patrick Shepherd.   This position expires 03/31/06.

Regional Council for Homeland Security:

Appoint Police Chief Ron Olin as the City representative.

Lawrence-Douglas County Advocacy Council on Aging:

Reappoint Vern Norwood, Frank Day, and John Studdard to additional terms.  Terms will expire 12/31/08.

Public Transit Advisory Committee:

Reappoint Marian Hukle (864.3641) to an additional term that will expire 12/31/08.