INDIANAPOLIS (March 5, 2007) - Governor Mitch Daniels announced today the appointment of Norman Lowery to the Indiana State University Board of Trustees. Lowery will fill the vacancy left by Don Smith, who resigned effective November 21.
Lowery is president and chief executive officer of First Financial Bank, N.A. in Terre Haute. He is also vice chairman and chief executive officer of First Financial Corporation. Lowery received his undergraduate degree from Indiana State University and his law degree from Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis.
Lowery's appointment is effective immediately and will expire July 1, 2007.
Other recent boards and commissions appointments:
Law Enforcement Training Board
The board determines minimum training standards for law enforcement officers as well as qualifications for instructors.
Membership: 14 gubernatorial appointees, ISP Superintendent, and Indianapolis Chief of Police.
Governor's appointments:
- Sheriff Terry Tanner (Jasper), Dubois County Sheriff
- Sheriff Bob Garner (Martinsville), Morgan County Sheriff
- Sheriff Doug Carter (Cicero), Hamilton County Sheriff
Terms expire July 1, 2009.
Criminal Justice Institute Board of Trustees
The board evaluates and disseminates information to the public concerning the cost and effectiveness of the criminal and juvenile justice systems; promotes coordination and cooperation for the effective administration of the criminal and juvenile justice systems and makes recommendations concerning the implementation of these plans; encourages and assists in the organization of an academic consortium for the purpose of engaging in research; receives, expends, and accounts for state funds made available; applies for and accepts gifts and grants (which must be administered as public funds).
Membership: eight gubernatorial appointees, eight others prescribed by statute
Governor's appointment:
- Sheriff Matt Strittmatter (Richmond), Wayne County Sheriff
Term expires January 31, 2010.
Integrated Public Safety Commission
The commission is tasked with promoting the efficient use of public-safety-agency resources through improved coordination and cooperation to enhance public safety, including a mandate to establish a statewide, inter-operable, wireless voice and data communications system.
Membership: eight gubernatorial appointees, four others prescribed by statute
Governor's Appointments:
- Sheriff Ken Fries (Fort Wayne), Allen County Sheriff
- Cheryl Musgrave (Evansville), Vanderburgh County Commissioner
Appointees serves at the pleasure of the governor.
Counter-Terrorism and Security Council
The council works with federal public safety departments and agencies, state and local governments, and private entities to develop and implement a comprehensive state strategy to address terrorism in Indiana.
Membership: one gubernatorial appointee, various others prescribed by statute
Governor's Appointment:
- Sheriff George Sheridan (Muncie), Delaware County Sheriff
Appointee serves at the pleasure of the governor.
BMV Commission
The commission is required to develop and update the bureau's policies, recommend legislation needed to implement policies, determine the number and location of license branches, and establish minimum standards for the operation and maintenance of each full service license branches.
Membership: four gubernatorial appointees, BMV Commissioner
Governor's Appointment:
- Lee Ann Roeder (Newburgh), Evansville Business Magazine freelance journalist
Term expires July 1, 2007.
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