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Dental board approves budget and elects 2026 officers; new executive officer welcomed
Summary
The board heard a budget report showing a FY24–25 spend near $19.8 million, projected FY25–26 budget of $20.3 million, and reserves of roughly 12.9 months; welcomed incoming Executive Officer Bryce Dougherty and elected 2026 officers including Dr. Lillia Larin as president.
The Dental Board of California on Thursday reviewed its budget numbers, welcomed a new executive officer and completed elections for 2026 leadership.
Budget figures: Administrative Services Unit Manager Wilbur Rambala reported FY24'/25 spending around $19.8 million with a $1.5 million reversion; the FY25'/26 budget is $20.3 million with projected revenue of about $19.7 million and roughly 12.9 months in reserve. Rambala also said the board now has 82 authorized positions after losing two positions in the budget letter.
Executive transitions and onboarding: The board welcomed Bryce Dougherty as the incoming executive officer and introduced two new board members, Dr. Karen Grewal and Dr. Ram Badar Hovley. President Steve Chan described recruitment outreach to dental school deans and DCA HR participation in the executive search.
Elections: Following nominations and roll calls, the board elected John Dierking as secretary, Rosalina Olague as vice president and Dr. Lillia Larin as 2026 board president. Voting was conducted by roll call per board policy; several nominations and a contested vice-president vote were recorded in open session.
What's next: The board asked staff to follow up on vacancy and staffing questions and to provide cost-recovery details related to probation liabilities at a future meeting. The meeting recessed to closed session afterward.
