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OPTN president proposes appointing Justin Walkerson as assistant secretary; board defers vote
Summary
Dr. McGee announced an intent to appoint Justin Walkerson as assistant secretary, citing continuity during transition. Board members asked whether the role sits on the executive committee and agreed to defer formal ratification to the next meeting.
Dr. McGee told the board he intends to appoint Justin Walkerson as assistant secretary under the bylaws and that the appointment would require board ratification.
"I intend to appoint Justin Walkerson, with approval of the board, to serve as assistant secretary," Dr. McGee said, noting he had discussed the plan with both Justin and secretary‑elect Dr. Kimberly Watt, who is supportive. He framed the appointment as a continuity measure during a transition period.
Board members asked questions about the role and whether the assistant secretary would be part of the executive committee. Millie asked whether the position would be carried forward beyond the transition; Melanie explained that the assistant is not currently a designated position on the executive committee. John Hodges pressed for clarity on the term language in the resolution. Multiple members expressed support for continuity but concern about weighting the executive committee. Dr. McGee said he did not want to rush and offered to bring the ratification forward for a vote on June 18 or defer so members could consider it. The board agreed to delay a formal vote to allow additional input.
The board did not take a vote on the appointment during the June 5 meeting; Dr. McGee said the item will be reintroduced at the next meeting for consideration.
