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January 22, 2013

Oklahoma Commission on School Security

Todd Lamb Lt. Governor of Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY — As a state and a nation, we have grieved alongside the families of Newtown, Connecticut, unable to understand the actions that occurred last December.  Tragedies like Newton often spur moments of reflection and study.  First and foremost as a father, and then as Lt. Governor, I pray Oklahoma never faces a tragedy like Newtown.

In light of recent events, the time has come for us to assess the current school security system in Oklahoma.  The Oklahoma Commission on School Security will provide an avenue for some of Oklahoma’s finest to collaborate towards a common goal.  
Shortly after the Newtown tragedy, I joined Senate President Pro Tempore Brian Bingman and House Speaker T.W. Shannon in announcing the formation of the Oklahoma Commission on School Security.  Senate Democratic Leader Sean Burrage and House Democratic Leader Scott Inman also agreed to work with Republican Leadership to form the non-partisan commission.    
With my experience as a United States Secret Service agent, and as author of the Oklahoma School Security Act during my time in the State Senate, I have been asked to chair the commission as we examine school security.  
In forming the commission we have reacted in a timely fashion, being cognizant of the upcoming legislative session.  The purpose of the Oklahoma Commission on School Security will be to study a number of school security factors and to provide suggestions and possible legislative recommendations for the 2013 legislative session. 
Some initial issues to be discussed within the commission’s study will include current school safety measures, local control and local empowerment and mental health.
Members of the Oklahoma Commission on School Security include local school personnel, law enforcement, parents and health care professionals, and are as follows: 
1) Roger Webb – Headmaster, Oklahoma Christian School/former President, University of Central Oklahoma/former Commissioner, Department of Public Safety
2) Maj. Gen. Lee Baxter (retired) –State Board of Education Member
3) Dr. Ryan Brown – Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Oklahoma
4)  Lyn Watson – Oklahoma City School Board, District 1
5)  Randy Holley – Superintendent, Shattuck Public Schools
6) Dr. Gary Quinn – Superintendent, Bartlesville Public Schools
7) Kevin Burr – Superintendent, Sapulpa Public Schools
8) Mike McClaren – Superintendent, Claremore Public Schools
9)  Dr. Trice Butler – Principal, Wilburton Middle School
10)  Dr. Sharon Brady – Assistant Director of Special Education, Lawton Public Schools
11) Tammy Will – Teacher, Morrison Public Schools
12) Dr. Eleanor Goetzinger – Behavior Specialist, Oklahoma City Public Schools
13) Jerry McConnell – Director of Facility Operations, Moore Norman Technology Center
14) David Prater – Oklahoma County District Attorney
15) Kim Carter – Director, Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security
16)  Brandon Clabes – Midwest City, Chief of Police
17) Captain Tim Dorsey – Captain, Edmond Police Department
18)  Darry Stacy – Cleveland County Commissioner, District 2 
19) Gary Rudick – Chief of Police, Tulsa Public Schools Campus Police
20)  Major James Blocker – Director of EMS, Oklahoma City Fire Department 
21)  Gary Armbruster – Principal Architect, MA+ Architecture
22)  Phil Armstrong – Assistant Pastor, Metropolitan Baptist Church, Tulsa 
As always, my office is open and ready to assist you in any way we can. I am excited to hear your ideas on how we can increase economic development across the state.  Feel free to visit our website at www.ok.gov/ltgovernor, find us on Facebook and Twitter (@LtGovToddLamb) or call our office at 405.521.2161.
Todd Lamb is Lt. Governor of Oklahoma. 

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