New Commissioners appointed

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments to the Michigan Community Service Commission.

Austin Lowes, of Sault Ste. Marie, is the elected chairperson of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Lowes also serves as president of the United Tribes of Michigan. Previously, Chairman Lowes worked as a medical social worker lor MyMichigan Medical Center. As a social worker, Chairman Lowes worked with several communities, including the Sault tribe, the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana, and the Bay Mills Indian Community. Chairman Lowes earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Lake Superior State University and a Master of Social Work from Michigan State University. Austin Lowes is appointed to represent Native American Tribes lor a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2026. 

William Kimble, of DeWitt, is the president of C2AE, an engineering and architecture firm based in Lansing. Kimble serves on the policy committee lor the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, on the board of the Small Business Association of Michigan, and as a member of the Lansing Promise Business Council. Kimble holds a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Wayne State University, a Bachelor of Arts in physics from Kalamazoo College, and is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Michigan. William Kimble is reappointed to represent business for a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027.

Robert Kolt, of Haslett, is the president and chief executive officer of Kolt Communications Inc. and a professor emeritus of public relations at Michigan State University. Kolt earned a Master of Arts in communication arts and sciences from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Applied Arts in broadcast and cinematic arts and journalism from Central Michigan University. Koft serves as chair of the Michigan Community Service Commission and previously served as a board member of the Capital Region Community Foundation and as president of AARP Michigan. Robert Kolt is reappointed to represent experts in promoting voluntarism in older adults lor a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027.

Heidi Magyar, of Laingsburg, is the executive lead of community and social impact and GM heritage operations for General Motors. Magyar has served on the boards of Points of Light, the Detroit Regional Partnership, and the Detroit Economic Club. Magyar holds a Bachelor of Arts in public relations and business communications from the University of Michigan. Heidi Magyar is reappointed to represent experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons for a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1 2027.

Christopher Pryor, of Saginaw, is the pastor of Victorious Believers Ministries COGIC. Pryor holds a Bachelor of Arts in business administration and a Master of Arts in educational leadership from Saginaw Valley State University, and a Masters of practical theology from Ashland Theological Seminary. Pryor currently serves on the boards of the Saginaw Community Foundation, Saginaw City Rescue Mission, and the Saginaw Chamber of Commerce, and is past president of the Saginaw Valley State University Board of Fellows. Christopher Pryor is reappointed to represent community-based agencies for a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027.

Raquel Izzo McDonald, of Haslett, is the cofounder, former executive director, and a current board member of The Izzo Legacy Family Fund, a nonprofit with the mission of supporting local charities that will lead the hungry, shelter the homeless, meet the needs of the underserved, and reduce barriers to educational opportunities in Mid-Michigan communities. McDonald additionally serves on the board of Ele's Place - Capital Region. McDonald holds a Bachelor of Arts in advertising management from Michigan State University. Raquel Izzo McDonald is appointed to represent experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons for a term lor a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2026. 

Domonique Clemons, of Flint, is the Genesee County Clerk & Register of Deeds, having served since December 2022. Previously, Clemons was a Genesee County Commissioner representing District 4, the director of government affairs for the Flint & Genesee Group, and a staffer in the Michigan House of Representatives. Clemons serves on the Michigan Manufactured Housing Commission, Rotary Club of Flint Board of Directors, Genesee County Diversity Equity & Inclusion Commission, Michigan Electronic Recording Commission, Ananich Legacy Foundation, and the Genesee Health Plan Board of Directors. Clemons holds a Bachelor of Arts in public policy from Michigan State University and a Master of Professional Studies in political management from George Washington University. Domonique Clemons is appointed to represent local government a term for a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027. 

Susan Sabo, of Dearborn Heights, is the director of communications and corporate giving for Masco Corporation. Sabo holds a Bachelor of Arts in business from the University of Detroit Mercy. Susan Sabo is appointed to represent business for a term commencing February 27, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027. 

Christopher Boll, of Detroit, is lead counsel for mergers, acquisitions and alliances at Ford Motor Company. Boll serves as vice chair of Michigan Humane's Humane Leaders Board of Directors, as a member of the Detroit Institute of Arts Founders Junior Council, and as board member of the Grand Circus Park Conservancy. Boll holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctorate from Notre Dame Law School. Christopher Boll is appointed to represent business for a term commencing March 20, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027.

Robert Hoffman, of East Lansing, is the manager of public relations for the Wharton Center for Performing Arts and a host for FOX 47 News. Hoffman is also the founder of ePIFanyNow, a local nonprofit focused on highlighting local acts of kindness. Hoffman serves on the board of directors for the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation and holds an associate degree from Lansing Community College and a Bachelor Arts in interdisciplinary social studies from Michigan State University. Robert Hoffman is appointed to represent experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons for a term commencing March 20, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2026.

Jazmine Danci, of Romulus, is the economic development administrator for the Downriver Community Conference. Danci holds a Bachelor of Arts in environmental policy and analysis from Bowling Green State University and a Master of Science in natural resources and environment from the University of Michigan. Jazmine Danci is appointed to represent experts in the delivery of human, educational, environmental, or public safety services to communities and persons for a term commencing March 20, 2025, and expiring October 1, 2027.