Trump Administration Appoints Bruce Richeson to Serve as State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Nov. 16, 2017- The Trump Administration recently appointed Bruce Richeson as the new State Executive Director (SED) for the USDA Utah Farm Service Agency (FSA). Richeson will join the Utah FSA team on Monday, Nov. 27.
Richeson returns to service at the USDA having previously served as the Utah FSA SED from 2006 to 2009. Richeson has worked in various aspects of Utah’s agriculture industry, and most recently was a civilian contract negotiator for the U.S. Air Force at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. Richeson is married to Vickie Lynn Richeson and has seven children and 13 grandchildren. He is a lifelong Utah resident and a graduate of Weber State University.
The Farm Service Agency serves farmers, ranchers and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs. The agency offers farmers a strong safety net through the administration of farm commodity and disaster programs. FSA continues to conserve natural resources and also provides credit to agricultural producers who are unable to receive private, commercial credit, including special emphasis on beginning, underserved and women farmers and ranchers.
Under the direction of Secretary Sonny Perdue, the USDA will always be facts-based and data-driven, with a decision-making mindset that is customer-focused. Secretary Perdue leads the USDA with four guiding principles: to maximize the ability of American agriculture to create jobs, sell foods and fiber, and feed and clothe the world; to prioritize customer service for the taxpayers; to ensure that our food supply is safe and secure; and to maintain good stewardship of the natural resources that provide us with our miraculous bounty. And understanding that we live in a global economy where trade is of top importance, Secretary Perdue has pledged to be an unapologetic advocate for American agriculture.
As SED, Richeson will use his leadership experience to oversee FSA programs in a customer-focused manner to ensure a safe, affordable, abundant and nutritious food supply for consumers.
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PRESS RELEASE: San Juan County Issues Statement Regarding Redistricting Public Hearings
San Juan County, UT – San Juan County condemns false narratives and attorneys trying to turn a dollar on the taxpayer’s dime
In 1984, San Juan County entered into an agreed-upon court order with the Department of Justice. This Consent Decree split the San Juan Commission into voting districts. One of these voting districts has a supermajority of Native American voters, guaranteeing one Commissioner would always represent the Native American community.
In 2012, Navajo Nation filed a lawsuit against San Juan County to have the districts redrawn. Both San Juan County and Navajo Nation submitted proposals for the districts, which were ultimately rejected by the court. A Special Master was appointed to draw the new districts, and two meetings will be held this Thursday for public comment on his proposal.
“We are committed to ensuring that all people have the opportunity to be heard by the Special Master and elected officials.
Throughout this process, it has become clear that special interests continue to push their agenda of driving forward lies. As they draw lines through our communities and work to split our cities, we will stand firm in our commitment to those we represent. As a Commission, we will continue meeting with the people, listening to their concerns and fighting for their interests.
The future of our county should not be determined by lawyers trying to turn a dollar on the taxpayer’s dime, but by invested community members. We urge the public to attend these public meetings and make their opinions known. We cannot have a real discourse without communication and participation from our San Juan County community
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PRESS RELEASE: San Juan County Issues Statement Regarding Redistricting Public Hearings
San Juan County, UT – San Juan County condemns false narratives and attorneys trying to turn a dollar on the taxpayer’s dime
In 1984, San Juan County entered into an agreed-upon court order with the Department of Justice. This Consent Decree split the San Juan Commission into voting districts. One of these voting districts has a supermajority of Native American voters, guaranteeing one Commissioner would always represent the Native American community.
In 2012, Navajo Nation filed a lawsuit against San Juan County to have the districts redrawn. Both San Juan County and Navajo Nation submitted proposals for the districts, which were ultimately rejected by the court. A Special Master was appointed to draw the new districts, and two meetings will be held this Thursday for public comment on his proposal.
“We are committed to ensuring that all people have the opportunity to be heard by the Special Master and elected officials.
Throughout this process, it has become clear that special interests continue to push their agenda of driving forward lies. As they draw lines through our communities and work to split our cities, we will stand firm in our commitment to those we represent. As a Commission, we will continue meeting with the people, listening to their concerns and fighting for their interests.
The future of our county should not be determined by lawyers trying to turn a dollar on the taxpayer’s dime, but by invested community members. We urge the public to attend these public meetings and make their opinions known. We cannot have a real discourse without communication and participation from our San Juan County community
