 Senate President Troy Jackson with Commissioner Chenette at the State House County Commissioner Justin Chenette, of Saco, has been reappointed by Senate President Troy Jackson to a government agency responsible for improving Freedom of Access laws.
Chenette will remain on Maine’s Right to Know Advisory Committee for another 3 years, after serving an initial term since 2021. The committee is an on-going advisory council with oversight authority to make recommendations to the Governor, Legislature, Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court, and local governments regarding best practices in providing the public and press access to records and proceedings and to maintain the integrity of Freedom of Access laws. “It’s critical that we have all levels of government operate in the sunshine to be held accountable by the press and the public alike,” says Chenette. “The work we do helps build public trust and confidence through actionable improvements to government transparency and open decision-making."
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One of my favorite times of the year is high school graduation season. It’s such a special time to
celebrate the hard work and dedication of student achievement with the excitement of further career preparation ahead. I have fond memories of donning my maroon and gold at Thornton Academy, as I walked across the stage on the football field to get my well-earned diploma, while my family looked on in the stands of Hill Stadium. It’s an important life milestone that sticks with you. Since 2015, I’ve had the pleasure of awarding college scholarships to some very deserving students, not just at my alma mater, but at surrounding communities as well. I established a nonprofit foundation to help amplify the qualities of good civic leadership and community service in Maine’s next generation. With your help and generosity, 26 students at Thornton Academy, Old Orchard Beach High School, and Bonny Eagle High School have received a combined total of over $12,000 in scholarship support. This year, three area high school students have been awarded the Chenette Leadership Scholarship, totaling $1,500. This year’s recipients are Tyler MacVane, Derrick Webber, and Gregory Brunk.  Three area high school students have been awarded a total of $1,500 in college scholarships from the Chenette Scholarship Fund.
The foundation’s Leadership Scholarship is awarded each year to students at Thornton Academy, Old Orchard Beach High School, and Bonny Eagle who exemplify qualities of community leadership and civic engagement. This year’s recipients are Tyler MacVane, Derrick Webber, and Gregory Brunk. “Their passion for helping others is truly their authentic form of self-expression,” said Justin Chenette, York County Commissioner and founder of the scholarship. “No matter their chosen path in life, their futures will involve making a difference and improving the quality of life of those around them.” |
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