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Well.........we've been approached by the Governor of Az to possibly serve on the Arizona Forestry Advisory Commision :o Can you BELIEVE THIS????? Seems since we've become friends with Jim Paxon (for those of you who do not know Jim....he's the one, along with Rick Lupe, that saved our BACON last year) that MANY, MANY doors have opened.......talk about dropping to the floor :o Here's a copy of the email we JUST received, I need to get off line, we've actually got ANOTHER boomer fixing to come through, I just HAD to post this!

Dennis :o

Ms. Denton,

If you are interested in serving on one of the Governor's Boards or
Commissions, please visit her website http://www.governor.state.az.us and click
where it says "Boards and Commissions".
You can fill out an application on line or to request that one be sent and
ask any questions call 602-542-2449.

Thank you,

J. Millett
Governor's Office of Constituent Services

WOW DENNIS!!!

It's about time they came to their senses! I am SO HAPPY for both you and Michele!

It's by NO MEANS a done deal.........still have to do the typical bur. BS.....the MOUNTAINS of paperwork, the this, the that, blah, blah, blah......you know how the system works BUT......at least it's a start! Jim asked us to email, call the Gov's office and apply for the position that's open, we did just that AND......Jim said he'd put a word or 2 in for us, keep your fingers x'ed!

Dennis

That's terrific!!!!! You guys deserve it. By the way, will you give Jim a hug from the Burgh???? Would ya, huh????

Awesome news, Dennis! Ya'll deserve that,
in a BIG way!

WOOHOO! That's great news!

You guys really deserve it.

Wow, Dennis,
Does this commission have any power? I take it that the commission acts in an advisory role to the Gov? I wonder how closely he works with the commission and how much he listens. Maybe it's advisory to various state agencies in setting and enforcing policy? We have various commissions here in PA, and some of them wield considerable influence. For instance, one of them is the fish and boat commission who must OK development or construction that would affect streams and rivers.

Would there be any conflict of interest with the environmental studies you do?.

Dennis,

This is AWESOME

Good luck and congratulations!

-Jeff

Good luck Dennis! Maybe you can squash some owl lovers! Got everything crossed for you!

Take the job; sounds as if the voices of COMMON SENSE need airing at that level!

Save me some spotted owl stew, and some for Annabelle, too (she be a ho')!

How exciting !! How long did ya gasp for air after reading that e-mail ?? :o You and Michelle have worked very hard and now will have the chance to have a direct "ear" to talk to ! Very cool..... Let us know if it's a go ! ~K

Awesome!!!! Keep us posted!

It is about darn time they sat up and took notice!!! A million congrats to you and Michelle!!!

AMEN!! I see God is at work again, putting His servants where they can do the most good, I am confident that you and Michelle will be added to the commission!You both possess tons of wisdom, knowledge, good common sense, honesty and integrity....qualities that will heighten and make the commission that much better!

Blessings, Raine

raine wrote:AMEN!! I see God is at work again, putting His servants where they can do the most good, I am confident that you and Michelle will be added to the commission!You both possess tons of wisdom, knowledge, good common sense, honesty and integrity....qualities that will heighten and make the commission that much better!

Blessings, Raine

I SECOND THAT REMARK!!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO TWO OF THE MOST DESERVING PEOPLE i KNOW!!! IS GOV NEXT??

Congratulations Dennis!!!!!!! You and your wife are both so deserving

Thanks gang.......like I said, it's a lengthy process, could take quite some time before we find out if we are picked to sit on this newly formed commission.

The commission will be comprised of #1.....Wally Covington (profess. of Forestry NAU).....2 attorneys that will work out the frivolous lawsuits that I'm sure will follow the commissions recommendations and others such as Michelle and I that have real world, practical experience in the field of forest managment. Ed.......the commission will work hand in hand with the gov., setting forth thinning policies that will go into effect as soon as the gov signs them.

At first I really didn't care for Janet Napalotono as Gov........I thought, "Oh GREAT.......another Jane Hull!" But..........she is on FIRE to get the forests here in Az back to pre settlement conditions.

Dennis

Dennis....

Looks like a great opportunity...but it is quite a process to go through. I received a similar letter under Jane Hull and have had my application on file for a few years. Water resources.

With a Democratic governor and my Republican background...the hand is not outstretched so far in my direction.

Still...I have been told over and over it is a "who you know" opportunity, and your friendship with Jim Paxon will not hurt your chances.

Best be aware, however, that these are political appointments, not just professional ones, so Roberts Rules of Order can get lost in the shuffle of political agendas. I know Michelle had a tough time with that at the local level.

Still...I believe your insight would be invaluable as a participant. Hope you can make that happen!

Go Dennis! This is an awesome opportunity for you and Michelle! I am so happy for you!

That is an incredible gift from God Dennis! I agree with Raine, God is just working to put the right people in the right positions to be heard! Congrats to you both!