Governor appoints Cochran to the Board of Pardons and Parole
SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 10, 2017) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has appointed Carrie Cochran to the Board of Pardons and Parole.
“With more than 25 years experience in the Department of Corrections, Carrie brings a unique depth of understanding and a wealth of experience with community programing and rehabilitation to the Board of Pardons and Parole. I have every confidence that she will serve the people of Utah with distinction,” Gov. Herbert said.
Cochran joined the Utah Department of Corrections in 1990, and has served as an office technician, a correctional officer, a probation and parole officer, and a staff supervisor. In 2012, Cochran became an Assistant Regional Administrator and directed both the Fortitude Treatment Center and the Orange Street Community Correctional Center. Presently, Cochran serves as a Correctional Administrator for Adult Probation and Parole, appointed as director of the Community Programming Unit. Cochran received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Phoenix and a Masters of Public Administration from the University of Utah.
“I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to serve as a member of the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole. I look forward to continuing my public service with integrity and professionalism, providing fair and objective decisions that consider public safety and appropriate opportunities for success,” Cochran said.
Subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate, Cochran will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Robert Yeates.
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Governor appoints Morgan to the First District Juvenile Court
SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 10, 2017) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has appointed Kirk Morgan as a judge to fill a vacancy on the First District Juvenile Court.
“Kirk has a unique breadth of experience and dedication to the Juvenile Court that is unparalleled. His extensive experience with both dependency and delinquency issues and his defense and prosecution perspectives gives him special understanding of the issues that the individuals in his courtroom will face. I am confident Kirk will serve the families in the first district with integrity and wisdom, and great heart,” Gov. Herbert said.
Morgan previously served as special assistant to the United States attorney in the District of Hawaii and as United States Air Force judge advocate general. Following his military service, Morgan began working as a city attorney in Brigham City, a position he holds presently. Morgan is also a partner at Mann, Hadfield & Thorne in Brigham City and serves in the Box Elder County Attorney’s Office as chief deputy county attorney and juvenile court prosecutor. Morgan received a J.D. from J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University.
“I am both humbled and excited to be selected by Gov. Herbert to serve as the next juvenile court judge in the First District. I look forward to serving the children and families of the First District to the best of my abilities,” Morgan said.
Subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate, Morgan will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Jeffrey R. Burbank.
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Here is the audio file from today's media access with Governor Herbert.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4qjnlK3Fv3XeGxBN25pVF9XRW8/view?usp=sharing
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Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule
February 13, 2017 - February 18, 2017
**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, February 13
7:00 a.m. GOP Legislative Breakfast
Location: Little America Hotel
10:00 a.m. Legislative Strategy Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
11:00 a.m. Greet Washington City Youth Council
Location: State Capitol
11:30 a.m. Tourism Day on the Hill
Location: State Capitol
Media Access
1:00 p.m. Weekly Update with Lt. Governor
Location: Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Meet with Utah County Republican Women
Location: State Capitol
3:00 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
Tuesday, February 14
11:30 a.m. Rural Media Interview
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Visit Veterans Hospital
Location: SLC Veterans Nursing Home
5:00 p.m. Meeting with Legislative Leadership
Location: House of Representatives
Wednesday, February 15
8:00 a.m. Weekly Discussion with Minority Leadership
Location: Governor’s Office
9:00 a.m. Meet with Legislators
Location: Governor’s Office
10:00 a.m. Governor’s Economic Development Coordinating Council
Location: GOED Conference Room
Thursday, February 16
9:00 a.m. Weekly Meeting with Legislative Leadership
Location: State Capitol
10:00 a.m. KUED Monthly News Conference
Location: KUED
Media Access
12:00 p.m. Let Me Speak to the Governor Radio Show
Location: KSL Studio
1:30 p.m. Meet with Outdoor Industry Association
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
6:15 p.m. Jr. Achievement Hall of Fame Dinner
Location: Salt Lake City
Friday, February 17
9:00 a.m. Film Public Service Announcements
Location: State Capitol
10:45 a.m. Utah School Superintendents Association and Utah State School Board Meeting
Location: State Capitol
12:00 p.m. Cabinet Meeting
Location: Capitol Board Room
Saturday, February 18
6:00 p.m. Washington County Lincoln Day Dinner
Location: Dixie Convention Center
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
February 13, 2017 - February 17, 2017
**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, February 13
10:00 a.m. Legislative Strategy Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
12:00 p.m. Tourism Day on the Hill
Location: State Capitol
1:00 p.m. Weekly Update with Governor
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
Tuesday, February 14
8:15 a.m. Interview with Business in Utah Magazine
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
10:30 a.m. Interview with Utah Policy
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
5:00 p.m. Meeting with Legislative Leadership
Location: House of Representatives
Wednesday, February 15
8:00 a.m. Weekly Discussion with Minority Leadership
Location: Governor’s Office
8:45 a.m. Visit McDonald’s Day on the Hill
Location: Centennial Room
9:00 a.m. Visit Aerospace Day on the Hill
Location: State Capitol
10:00 a.m. Governor’s Economic Development Coordinating Council
Location: GOED Conference Room
2:00 p.m. Weekly Meeting with Majority Leadership
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
Thursday, February 16
9:00 a.m. Weekly Meeting with Legislative Leadership
Location: State Capitol
10:00 a.m. Legislative Strategy Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
10:45 a.m. Greet Ambassador of Uzbekistan
Location: Governor’s Office
1:00 p.m. Women’s Leadership Institute Political Development Graduation
Location: Capitol Board Room
1:30 p.m. Meeting With Outdoor Industry Association
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Legislative Update
Location: Governor’s Office
6:15 p.m. Jr. Achievement Hall of Fame Dinner
Location: Salt Lake City
Friday, February 17
7:45 a.m. X96 Interview
Location: Salt Lake City
10:00 a.m. Meet with Davis Chamber of Commerce
Location: Capitol Board Room
11:15 a.m. Meet with American Government Class from Vernal
Location: State Capitol
12:00 p.m. Cabinet Meeting
Location: Capitol Board Room
