August 16, 2005
August 16, 2005
LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today announced the following appointments to the Michigan Historical Commission:
Thomas M. Farrell of Lansing, retired journalist. Mr. Farrell is appointed to represent the general public for a term expiring May 21, 2009. He succeeds Thomas Truscott whose term has expired.
Debra K. Knooihuisen of Sand Lake, AFL-CIO community service liaison for the Heart of West Michigan United Way. Ms. Knooihuisen is appointed to represent the general public for a term expiring May 21, 2008. She succeeds Robert Danhof whose term has expired.
The Michigan Historical Commission advises the director of the Department of History, Arts and Libraries, approves Michigan Historical Markers, and works to preserve and protect Michigan’s history.
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.
