Maine's CHOICES CEO Project
Executive Order Signing, and Presentation of the "Working Together" Strategic Plan
On February 24, 2006, a press conference was held at the Augusta Career Center to inform the press and the public of two major new initiatives in Maine to support workers with disabilities.
On this page, we provide some materials related to this event:
- The text of the Executive Order
- Pictures from the press conference and Executive Order signing
- Links to media coverage of the forum
- Link to more information, including copies in different formats, of the "Working Together" strategic plan to maximize employment for people with disabilities
Pictures from the Executive Order Signing and Press Conference
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A packed room of supporters ready for the event to begin |
Mel Clarrage ready to start the event, together with Governor Baldacci, Representative Lerman, and the sign language interpreter |
(left) Representative Arthur L. Lerman (D-Augusta) and (right) Representative Margaret M. Craven (D-Lewiston) |
Mel Clarrage presenting the "Working Together" Strategic Plan to the public and to the press |
Mel Clarrage listens as Governor John E. Baldacci speaks about the "Working Together" strategic plan and the Executive Order |
Jill Duson makes sure the Governor signs on the correct line, backed also by Mel Clarrage, Rep. Lerman and Rep. Craven |
(from left) Mel Clarrage, Alicia Kellog, Jill Duson and Governor Baldacci |
Governor Baldacci with members of the Commission on Disability and Employment, (from left) Larry Glantz, Julia Bell, Mel Clarrage, Governor Baldacci, Sharon White, Susan Percy, Ray Fongomie, and Jill Duson |
(Photos by Mark Richards, USM Muskie School. Use by permission only.)
Media Coverage of the Forum
Visit any of the following links to view media coverage of the forum:
