March 23, 2005

LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today announced the following appointment and reappointment to the Board of Ethics: 

Milo “Mike” Pumford of Newaygo, former state representative and self-employed consultant with M&M Governmental Consultants.  Mr. Pumford is appointed to represent Republicans for a term expiring February 7, 2009.  He succeeds Leonard C. Wolfe whose term has expired. 

John D. Pirich of East Lansing, partner with Honigman, Miller, Schwartz & Cohn law firm.  Mr. Pirich is reappointed to represent Democrats for a term expiring February 7, 2009.

The board is authorized to receive citizens’ complaints concerning alleged unethical conduct by a public officer or employee and to inquire into the circumstances surrounding those allegations. 

These appointments are subject to Article V, Section 6 of the Michigan State Constitution of 1963.  They stand confirmed unless disapproved by the Senate within 60 days.