Herbert Simmons, Illinois Board Chair
The Bi-State Development Board of Commissioners approved the election of new officers for the 2022-2023 year on June 24. Illinois Commissioner Herbert Simmons is the new Board Chair. Missouri Commissioner Sam Gladney is the new Vice Chairman. Commissioner Terry Beach from Illinois is Treasurer, and Missouri Commissioner Nate Johnson is Secretary of the Board. The commissioners assumed their new offices immediately following the June 24th meeting.
“Congratulations to Herb Simmons and to all the new officers. We are so fortunate that our commissioners are actively engaged in Board activities and we appreciate their dedication to make the region better through Bi-State Development and its diverse enterprises,” said Taulby Roach, President and Chief Executive Officer at Bi-State Development. “I look forward to working closely with all of the new officers. Special thanks to Rose Windmiller for serving as Chair the past two years. Even though she is not currently serving as a Board officer, she will continue to make a difference in our organization through her leadership and guidance. ”