TOPEKA–Kansas Governor Sam Brownback today announced recent appointments to boards and commissions. They include a Great Bend resident.

“I want to thank these men and women for making the decision to serve fellow Kansans with their time and talents. Kansas will be a better place because of their dedication,” said Governor Brownback in a news release.

The Governor’s Office is always looking for qualified, interested Kansans to serve the state on commissions and boards in their areas of expertise. If you are interested in serving on a commission or board, please visit https://governor.ks.gov/serving-kansans/office-of-appointments.

Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training
The commission oversees law enforcement officers in Kansas. They may suspend, revoke, or deny the certification of a police or law enforcement officer and they also provide accredited instruction to officers. There are 12 members on the commission, with the governor appointing 10. The commission is made up of law enforcement officers, sheriffs, chiefs of police, county/district attorney, and a member of the general public. All members serve a four-year term.

· Amy Mellor, Great Bend, is being appointed to serve a four-year term. Mellor received her J.D. from Washburn University School of Law. She is currently the assistant county attorney in Barton County.

· James Jarboe Jr., Lakin, is being reappointed to serve a four-year term. Jarboe earned his associate’s degree from Garden City Community College. He is Sheriff of Kearny County and Chief of Police in both Lakin and Deerfield.

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