Sebelius appoints congresswoman, representative of
Army Secretary to Governor’s Military Council

Expanding the range of expertise available to the group, Governor Kathleen Sebelius has appointed Congresswoman Nancy Boyda and Mark Edwards, an aide to the Secretary of the Army, to the Governor’s Military Council.

“Kansas has a long, proud military tradition.  We’re home to several key bases and thousands of veterans.  The Governor’s Military Council is working hard to make Kansas a great place for current and retired military personnel to live, as well as to welcome the new military families who are arriving at our bases.  These two new members of the council, Rep. Boyda and Mr. Edwards, will help us continue these very successful efforts,” said Sebelius.

Boyda, Topeka, represents Kansas’ Second District in the U.S. House of Representatives.  Edwards, Junction City, serves as one of two civilian aides to the U.S. Secretary of the Army for Kansas. 

The Governor’s Military Council was formed by executive order in January 2006. It’s composed of no more than thirty members, all appointed by the Governor, and is currently chaired by former Lieutenant Governor John E. Moore.  Base and post commanders serve as ex-officio members.

The council develops and implements strategies to optimize the military presence in Kansas and works to foster close, effective cooperation among the installations, the public and the private sectors. The council also aims to enhance the quality of life for all military personnel, both active and retired, while promoting Kansas as a desirable location for all Department of Defense retirees.

Finally, the council develops opportunities for individuals retiring from military service to use their talents and skills as members of the Kansas workforce.

Members of the council serve at the pleasure of the Governor, receive no compensation, subsistence allowance, mileage or expenses from the State of Kansas and meet upon the call of the chairperson.

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