Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott’s office today announced a range of appointments made in the first quarter of 2026.
Boards and commissions serve an important role in state government, giving Vermonters numerous opportunities to serve their state and communities. The Governor’s office is currently soliciting applications to fill vacancies and upcoming term expirations. All those interested in serving on a board or commission should visit the Governor’s website at https://governor.vermont.gov/boards-commissions to apply.
Appointments made in the first quarter of 2026 are listed below.
Apprenticeship Advisory Board
- Rhoni Basden, Essex Junction
- Chris Damato, Deby Line
- Danielle Shaw, Richmond
Department for Children and Families Commissioner
- Sandi Hoffman, Fairfax
Department of Corrections Commissioner
- Jon Murad, Burlington
Department of Financial Regulation Deputy Commissioner
- Christine Brown, Fairfax
Deputy Adjutant General, Vermont National Guard
- Matthew Wignall, Essex Junction
Franklin-8 District, State House of Representatives
- Jack Brigham, St. Albans Town
Justice of the Peace
- Danial S. Sargeant, Granville
- Kiona Baez Heath, Charlotte
- Darlene Johnson, Weathersfield
- Taylor Garner, Richmond
- Carol Hesselbach, Newfane
- Ellen Blachly, Peacham
State Advisory Panel on Special Education
- Lindsey Wells, Barre
State Board of Dental Examiners
- Lucille Kelly, South Hero
Vermont Outdoor Recreation Collaborative
- Clare Rock, Montpelier
- Nick Mahood, Woodstock
- Arwen Turner, Wallingford
- Justin Sutera, Elmore
Vermont Supreme Court
- Christina Nolan, Burlington
- Michael Drescher, Hinesburg
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