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
Six talented young musicians from Northern Ireland will get the chance to further develop their craft after receiving the Young Musicians’ Platform Award.
Opera singer Andrew Irwin, cellist Angus McCall and pianist Justine Gormley were selected in the classical category, Jack Warnock and Rose Connolly in the traditional section and Roisin Donald (ROE) was chosen as the singer-songwriter awardee.
The awards are aimed at showcasing their abilities and support their development.
They will all now get the opportunity to spend time learning from a master musician, mentor, teacher or composer, either at home or abroad, with individual funding awards of up to £5,000.