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Douglas Fails to Inform the Native Community |
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Written by Administrator
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Sunday, 05 October 2008 |
Douglas Fails to Inform the Native Community
By Mark Mitchell
Gov. Jim Douglas’ office apparently has decided NOT to announce his appointments to the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs. All serving members’ terms expired on August 1, 2008.
The seven-member group was formed following the signing into law of Act 125, the bill giving State recognition to Vermont's Abenaki People.
Reappointed include:
Chair - Don Stevens, of Enosburg Falls
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Judy Dow, of Essex Junction
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Timothy de la Bruere, of Newport
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Charlene McManis, of Worcester
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Jeanne Brink, of Barre
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New appointees include:
Charles Delaney
Brad Barratt
The members above were NOT announced in a statement issued by Douglas' office. Indian Country has a right to know
The Commission will hold their first meeting on:
October 23rd, 2008
National Life Building in Montpelier, VT
1p – 3p
5th floor.
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