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Never compromise on integrity, New York, New Jersey port official says

Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity, and experience. This week’s profile is Joann Spirito, deputy director at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Public career highlights: After spending
July 11, 2024

First woman sworn in as mayor of Anchorage, Alaska

Alaska – Suzanne LaFrance has been sworn in as mayor of Anchorage. She is the first woman elected to lead Alaska’s largest city. LaFrance has served in the city’s assembly for the past six years, two of those as chair.
July 10, 2024

Physician, sociologist elected chancellor of UCLA

California – The University of California Board of Regents has elected physician and sociologist Dr. Julio Frenk to be chancellor of UCLA. Originally from Mexico City, Frenk will be the university’s first Latino chancellor. He been president of the University of Miami since 2015. He will
July 9, 2024

Placer County, California, appoints court commissioner

California – The Placer County Superior Court has appointed Leon A. Dixson as its newest newest court commissioner, effective July 29. Dixson will be leaving his role as regional counsel for Civil Rights for Legal Services of Northern California, where he had served for 14 years. 
July 8, 2024

Kentucky names commissioner of education

Kentucky – Robbie Fletcher, Ed.D., started his new role as the state’s commissioner of education and head of the Department of Education on July 1. Fletcher has been the superintendent of Lawrence County since 2014. 
July 8, 2024

Colorado P3 official helping improve access to housing, broadband and more

Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity and experience. This week’s profile is Thomas Kurek, director of public-private partnerships (P3) in the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration. Public career highlights: Prior
July 3, 2024
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