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Board of Directors
 President: John Marshall, J.D.
Civil Rights Attorney, Columbus
“As an Ohio Environmental Council board member through the 1980’s, I watched the organization grow to be the most effective voice for environmental responsibility in Ohio. I re-joined the board because this is a critical time for Ohio’s environmental
future, and I want to help build an even stronger organization that can impact programs and policies at the local, state, and federal level.”
 Vice President: Paul G. King, Ph.D.
Professor Emeritus of Economics, Denison University, Granville
“The OEC is an exceptional organization that very effectively combines principles with pragmatism. The OEC’s activities in the past have significantly improved Ohio’s environment, and the OEC’s outreach and educational work with legislators and communities will help Ohio to grow even as we work for cleaner water, air, and land.”
 Treasurer: William C. Martin, J.D.
Attorney, Jackson
“The Ohio Environmental Council succeeds in several ways. It works, as they say, “on the ground” to pursue practical ends. How do we improve air quality? How should we protect Lake Erie? Ask OEC - they do it. OEC also carries forward educational projects such as the Real Ohio tours to highlight our state’s noteworthy places. Finally, OEC watches the Ohio legislature closely to monitor new legislation for what often turns out to be dirty and dangerous consequences for Ohioans. Ohio needs an advocate for a clean and green environment.”
 Secretary: Alan Lapp, J.D.
Retired Ohio EPA Hearing Officer, Dublin
“The Ohio Environmental Council is an
extremely active and effective advocate for the protection and enhancement of Ohio’s
environment. As a result of its commitment, expertise and diligence regarding important environmental issues, the OEC is respected by policymakers and citizens throughout Ohio. It is a privilege to serve on the OEC Board.”
 At-Large Member:
Eileen Shanbrom
Retired Director of Publisher Relations, Chemical Abstracts Service, Westerville
“As a chemist and a long time member of the Community, I am very impressed with the level of knowledge, the dedication, the 'creativeness' of the staff and other Board members. Having the voice of OEC ever present is so important to preserving our natural resources, ensuring we have clean air and water and securing our future. As a new board member and citizen of Ohio, I am glad to know that Ohio has such a stellar organization working tirelessly for Ohio’s environment and its citizens' health.”
 Kate Bartter
Associate Director of The Ohio State University's Institute for Energy, Columbus
“It is an honor and a privilege to serve on the Board of the Ohio Environmental Council. The OEC has grown into a thoughtful, respected organization with a reputation for creating innovative solutions to Ohio’s environmental challenges. I look forward to working with the OEC on an agenda that aligns environmental quality with economic prosperity for all of Ohio’s citizens.”
 Babette T. Gorman
Community Activist, Columbus
“The Ohio Environmental Council is an exciting and valuable organization, helping to protect and preserve the natural resources of our state. Without clean air, water, and soil, life as we know it cannot go on. I am thrilled to be of service and join this distinguished board of directors.”
 Peter R. Griesinger
Producer / Director of Griesinger Films, Gates Mills
“The opportunity to work with such a motivated group of people who are bringing well-researched, innovative solutions to so many of Ohio’s most intractable environmental challenges, is a real joy, if not a welcome relief. Our magnificent natural capital assets are in good hands when OEC gets involved and it is a real honor to be part of such an inspiring and effective team.”
 William M. Ondrey Gruber
Attorney, Chief Counsel, City of Shaker Heights
“I have been involved with a number of non-profit organizations, including several successful environmental groups. However, OEC is unique in the State. I am honored to have the opportunity to assist the Board and staff of the OEC to continue its success in the wide variety of critical environmental issues in which the OEC has played such an important part."
 Vincent Hand, Ph.D.
Scientist, BHE Environmental, Oxford
“The Ohio Environmental Council connects individual members and diverse groups speaking up for the environment in Ohio. The dedicated staff works hard building coalitions, initiating projects, and convincing policymakers. The OEC operates efficiently and transparently, assuring that contributions are spent wisely. I’m glad to help the most important and effective environmental organization in the state.”
 John Katko
Retired Teacher, President of Friends of Wetlands, Elyria
“The OEC has the breadth of resources, the organization, and the sheer drive to affect environmental protection and change in ways that I, as President of Friends of Wetlands, can only dream of. I am proud to serve on its Board of Directors.”
 William Katzin, M.D., Ph.D.
Pathologist, AmeriPath, Cleveland
As a physician, I feel responsible for promoting public health. Almost no one would argue that clean air, clean water, and the wise use of natural resources are vital to the well-being of all Ohioans. Yet too often this shared ideal falls victim to the rhetoric of political partisanship. The OEC takes a pragmatic approach to achieving our shared environmental goals. The efficiency and effectiveness of the OEC’s staff are what I admire most about this energetic team.
 Irene Probasco
Retired Director of the Ohio Alliance for the Environment, Columbus
"We must continue to work to save or protect the spectacular and even simple natural resources of Ohio. I want to be certain that my grand-children have a full life and experience and appreciate all of the natural resources that I have had the opportunity to experience. The Ohio Environmental Council is the organization that can accomplish this."
 Richard Shank
Chief Environmental Officer, Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Columbus
“I believe that the Ohio Environmental Council has a unique position among environmental-conservation groups in Ohio. The OEC is particularly effective because of the strength of the staff and their ability to work both with the public and policy makers."
 Michele Simmons, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of English, Miami University, Oxford
“As a teacher of technical communication, I am honored to serve an organization so committed to providing quality scientific information and promoting public access to environmental decision-making. The OEC researches important environmental concerns in Ohio, provides viable, sound solutions, and works with citizens, groups, and the government to enact change that protects our natural resources in tangible ways.”
 Christopher P. Thorman, J.D.
Founding Partner, Thorman & Hardin-Levine Company, L.P.A., Shaker Heights
“The individuals who make up the staff and Board of the Ohio Environmental Council share a common commitment to ensuring that the best parts of Ohio and its natural gifts are here when we are not. It is a distinct privilege to join this profoundly talented and dedicated group focused on the most emergent issues facing the citizens of Ohio. I am confident that with the continuing support of our donors and vigilance in pursuing our broad environmental mission we will change the way Ohioans experience and preserve Ohio and its natural gifts.”
 Sandra Woy-Hazleton, Ph. D.
Deputy Director for Academic Affairs Institute for Environmental Studies, Miami University, Oxford
“The OEC critically informs Ohioans about environmental protection, conservation and preservation in the state. Ohio’s environmental progress is keyed by the OEC’s fundamental abilities to translate citizen needs and demands into laws and policies that protect the environment.”
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