[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan today announced the following appointments to the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training; Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction; Governor’s Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles; and State Board of Appellate Counsel and Training.

Troy Wolbersen – Alexandria, MN
Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training
County Sheriff
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

About the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training:
The Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training licenses peace officers, establishes minimum qualifications and standards of conduct, and regulates professional peace officer education and continuing education.

Additional information about the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training can be found on the  Secretary of State’s website.

Gavin Bart – Minneapolis, MN
Governor's Advisory
Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Replacing: Kyle Christianson

Brandy Brink – North Mankato, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Replacing: Bobby Marines Jr.

Farhia Budul – Edina, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

John Donovan – Big Lake, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

Wendy Jones – Saint Paul, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

Pamela Lanhart – Burnsville, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

Suzanne Nash – Chisago, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Replacing: Kate Noffke

Lynne Redleaf – Minneapolis, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Replacing: Arden Two Bears

Kimberly Stokes – Britt, MN
Governor's Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Reappointment

About the Governor’s Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction:
The Governor’s Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction identifies opportunities for and barriers to the development and implementation of policies and strategies to expand access to effective services for Minnesotans. The council also examines services, supports, and needs and provides opportunities for Minnesotans who have experienced addiction.

Additional information about the Governor’s Advisory Council on Opioids, Substance Use, and Addiction can be found on the  Secretary of State’s website.

Stacy Davis – Saint Paul, MN
Governor's Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles
Member
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: April 4, 2027
Replacing: Michael Gorman

Damien Riehl – Saint Paul, MN
Governor's Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles
Co-Chair
Effective: February 2, 2024
Term Expires: April 4, 2027
Replacing: Phil Magney

About the Governor's Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles:
The Governor’s Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles reviews developments in connected and automated vehicle technology and intelligent and emerging transportation technology, explores partnership opportunities to remain prepared for the widespread adoption of new technologies, and proposes policies to safely test and deploy connected and automated vehicles.

Additional information about the Governor's Council on Connected and Automated Vehicles can be found on the  Secretary of State’s website.

Laurie York – Mahnomen, MN
State Board of Appellate Counsel and Training
Public Member (representing a federally recognized Indian Tribe)
Effective: February 7, 2024
Term Expires: January 6, 2025
New Seat

About the State Board of Appellate Counsel and Training:
Created by legislation in 2023, the State Board of Appellate Counsel and Training was established to direct the Statewide Office of Appellate Counsel and Training which serves parents and children in the child legal welfare system. The board will work with the head appellate counsel to govern the office and provide fiscal oversight.

Additional information about the State Board of Appellate Counsel and Training can be found on the  Secretary of State’s website.

The Governor and Lieutenant Governor are seeking qualified and diverse individuals who are passionate about using their knowledge, skills, and lived experiences to serve the state of Minnesota. A list of boards and commissions, including open positions, can be found on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website .