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Commission Members
The Maine Milk Commission is a 5-member board that meets monthly.
The Commission is comprised of:
- One member who is the Commissioner of DACF or his/her designee, ex officio; and
- Four members who must be residents of the State, and may not have a business or professional relationship or connection with a financial interest in any producer, dealer, store, or other person whose activities are subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission.
These members must be appointed by the Governor, and are subject to review by the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over agriculture matters, and must be confirmed by the Legislature.
Members of the Commission are appointed to serve for a term of four years, or until their successors are appointed and confirmed. Vacancies must be filled by appointment by the Governor.
As of July 1, 2025, the current Commission members are:
Seat # | Name | Term Expiration Date |
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01 | Linda Stahlnecker, Dairy Program Manager (DACF Commissioner designee) | N/A |
02 | Michael Wiers | 09/30/2026 |
03 | Richard A. Cook | 03/30/2027 |
04 | Timothy D. Drake | 09/30/2025 |
05 | Colon Durrell | 09/30/2024 |