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BCRC elects Cornwell as chair; proposed slate approved unanimously
Summary
After nominations by the BCRC Nominating Committee, commissioners voted 14-0 to approve the 2026 slate: Martha Cornwell, Chair; Donald Campbell, Vice Chair; Sheila Kearns, Secretary; James Salerno, Treasurer.
The Bennington County Regional Commission held officer elections for three-year terms during the May 21, 2026 meeting. The nominating committee presented a slate: Martha Cornwell of Shaftsbury for Chair; Donald Campbell of Bennington for Vice Chair; Sheila Kearns of Sandgate for Secretary; and James Salerno, described in the minutes as an Economic Development Commissioner, for Treasurer.
BCRC Executive Director Bill Colvin called for any outstanding ballots and later announced that fourteen commissioners voted and that “All votes were in favor of the proposed slate of officers – Martha Cornwell, Chair; Donald Campbell, Vice Chair, Sheila Kearns, Secretary; James Salerno Treasurer.” The minutes record no motions, roll-call vote by name, or objections; the outcome is recorded as approved by unanimous vote of those voting.
The minutes do not record any appointed duties beyond the standard officer roles or any immediate policy changes tied to the election.
