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PSC sends 4 names to Governor for consideration as next PUS Exec. Director

By: Frank Corder - August 30, 2022

Among the names are State Sen. Philip Moran and State Rep. Jim Beckett.

Today, the Public Service Commission put forward four names for the Governor to consider appointing as the next Executive Director of the Public Utilities Staff.

The position has been vacant since Sally Doty left to head up the new BEAM office focused on broadband expansion implementation and coordination.

The four names sent to Governor Tate Reeves were:

  • State Senator Philip Moran
  • State Rep. Jim Beckett
  • Elizabeth Coleman
  • David Boackle

Doty was a sitting State Senator when she was appointed to lead the PUS.

Governor Reeves can now choose to appoint someone from this list or request additional names from the PSC.

Here’s a copy of the letter signed by PSC Commissioners Dane Maxwell, Brandon Presley and Brent Bailey.

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Frank Corder

For nearly two decades, Frank Corder has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, elections, business and matters of faith. He is the Editor for Magnolia Tribune where he oversees the day-to-day content development. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been syndicated throughout Mississippi as well as in various national publications. His resume includes appearances on the BBC, CBS News, ABC News, and Fox News, among others. Frank is a frequent analyst on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State and beyond. During his career, Frank has interviewed government officials and candidates from City Halls to the White House, including Presidential candidates, White House officials, U.S. Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet Secretaries, and Governors. He previously hosted his own local radio and television programs and has managed private businesses in the financial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Frank has served his community as an elected City Councilman and as an Assistant/Acting City Manager. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, he led the effort to plan Pascagoula's recovery and rebuilding which earned him recognition as Mississippi's Volunteer of the Year. Frank also led Pascagoula's municipal government out of a $14.5 million deficit, which the Mississippi State Auditor heralded as a model for other communities facing dire financial straits. As the president of the Pascagoula High School Quarterback Club, Frank has self-published "The Book of Pascagoula Football." He has been married for over 25 years and has two children, both of whom work in public education. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com