st/human.kz 96-180 Contact: Kathy Zieger, (301) 217-2500
DUNCAN SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR
COMMISSION ON THE HUMANITIES For Immediate Release (May 15, 1996)
County Executive Douglas M. Duncan is seeking applicants to fill one
vacancy for an unexpired term on the Commission on the Humanities which
expires in December 1997.
The Commission is charged with promoting active consideration of the
humanities in the development of public policy; recommending to the County
Executive and County Council activities that will promote interest in the
humanities; conducting studies, discussions, and informational activities;
fostering a sense of continuity between history and current events; assisting
in the application of human values to a technology-oriented society; serving
as a focused voice for the humanities in the County; submitting an annual
request for funds to support the activities of the commission; and preparing
an annual report on the activities of the commission.
Members serve without compensation. Meetings are held the second Monday
evening of each month.
Applicants should write by June 7 to County Executive Douglas M. Duncan,
at the Executive Office Building, 101 Monroe St., Rockville, MD 20850. A
letter and brief resume including work and home phone numbers should be
enclosed. Members of County boards, committees and commissions may not serve
on more than one such group at a time.
Duncan's appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council.
Applications of those selected for appointment are made public as part of the
confirmation process.