Martin Luther King, Jr. State Celebration Commission
3026 Laclede Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 340-3385
Fax: (314) 340-3399
Email: givensh@hssu.edu
Website: http://www.oa.mo.gov/bc/mlking.htm
Details on Board or Commission
Authority: Executive Order 95-22
Department: Office of Administration
Mission:
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Commission considers and recommends to individuals and organizations appropriate activities for the recognition and celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Missouri.
Subcommittees: Public Relations Local Celebration Brochure Publication Fundraising Statewide Celebration Networking Distribution
Details on Meetings
Number of meetings: 12 meetings
Location of meetings: varying locations
Duration of meetings: 3-4 hours
Preparation time for meetings: 4 hours
Total time commitment: 16 hours prior to the month of celebration (January)
Details on Members
Total members: 19
Appointed members: 19
Term length: serve at the pleasure of the Governor
Compensation: Members receive reimbursement for realized and necessary expenses.
Member Requirements: none - the Commission shall consist of ten (10) individuals appointed by the Governor, as well as amend said orders to permit expansion of the Commission in the future at the discretion of the Governor.
Political Requirements: no
Geographic Requirements: no
Senate Consent Required: No