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Who the list doesn’t include may be as newsworthy as who McKee tapped.
The list does however includes a number of small business owners.
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Nor does the list include any representatives of the signature companies that Governor Gina Raimondo attracted to the state Johnson & Johnson, General Electric or others.
Perhaps the most surprising is that the list does not include any senior members of Raimondo’s staff or cabinet. GoLocal has learned that of Raimondo s personal staff of 40, fewer than ten have voiced an interest in staying with McKee.
McKee on Team
“I will bring a grassroots, community-oriented philosophy to the Governor’s office because I believe state policies and programs should have the active input of our community leaders and citizens,” said McKee. “I believe Rhode Islanders deserve a leader who will listen to and engage them, and I will reach out to all 39 of our cities and towns to ensure they are heard. Our citizens want results th
McKee announces first round of transition team members My transition team will be a map of Rhode Island. Every single one of our 39 cities and towns will be represented, and its membership will reflect Rhode Island’s diversity. I believe that every voice counts and that everyone can make a contribution to defeat COVID-19, reopen our economy, and get our children back in the classroom safely.
January 23, 2021 4:29 pm
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – Incoming Governor Daniel McKee announced the first round of his transition team members on Saturday.
“My transition team will be a map of Rhode Island. Every single one of our 39 cities and towns will be represented, and its membership will reflect Rhode Island’s diversity. I believe that every voice counts and that everyone can make a contribution to defeat COVID-19, reopen our economy, and get our children back in the classroom safely. I will value every single transition member’s unique perspective and I look forward to working
The vote to recommend was on this motion:
“Decision: Consider a recommendation to hospitals to begin vaccination of their high-risk staff 16 years of age and older who do not have a history of anaphylactic reaction to any of the components of the Pfizer vaccine.”
During the emergency meeting, committee members discussed eligibility, timing and other issues, some as yet unresolved. Information from the federal government and manufacturers continues to change as the largest mass-vaccination effort in U.S. history unfolds, prompting Mihalakos to say to members: “Thank you for riding this roller coaster with us!”
The latest guidance to states from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention came by way of a CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity call on Sunday. Key points, according to the subcommittee, included: