GreasyOnline.com - KY Governor Beshear appoints Commissioner of Dept. of Veteran Affairs

Former Congressman Ken Lucas was good to work with in Washington, DC. I look forward to working with him in kentucky.

Danny "Greasy" Belcher, Executive Director
Task Force Omega of KY Inc.
Vietnam Infantry Sgt. 68-69
"D" Troop 7th Sqdn. 1st Air Cav

Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 11:26 PM
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To my good friends: Governor Beshear announced today his appointment for Commissioner, Department of Veterans Affairs. I join with all Kentucky veterans in welcoming former U. S. Congressman and veteran Ken Lucas aboard and commit to giving our full efforts to insuring he is successful. To move this important program forward in these tough economic times will require great teamwork between the VSO's and KDVA. I look forward to doing my part. My sincere thanks to each of you. Pass this important release to others who may be interested.

Colonel (Ret.) Larry Arnett

Sent: 2/2/2009 12:39:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
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Commonwealth of Kentucky

Office of the Governor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Jay Blanton
502-564-2611 or 502-330-2802

Jill Midkiff
502-564-2611 or 502-330-1185

Governor Beshear appoints Commissioner of Department of Veteran’s Affairs

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 2, 2009) - Governor Steve Beshear has appointed former United States Representative Ken Lucas to serve as Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Veteran's Affairs. In this capacity, Rep. Lucas will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Department of Veteran's Affairs as well as the coordination of 18 statewide field office locations, healthcare outreach and cemetery services.

Rep. Lucas is a distinguished public servant who has dedicated his life to the betterment of the Commonwealth and the nation. Born and raised in Grant County , Rep. Lucas joined the United States Air Force shortly after his graduation from the University of Kentucky . During his 12 year career—first in the US Air Force and then the Air National Guard—Lucas maintained a reputation as a first-class pilot, eventually attaining the rank of Major.

A tireless advocate for both economic development and education, Rep. Lucas served the people of Boone County as County Judge Executive from 1992-1998, during which time he successfully guided the community through a period of rapid growth and development. In 1999, Rep. Lucas was elected to represent Kentucky ’s Fourth District in the U.S. House of Representatives where he served his Northern Kentucky constituents for three terms. As a Congressman, Lucas proved to be a tireless advocate for veteran’s affairs in addition to his service on the Homeland Security, Financial Services and Agriculture Committees.

“Representative Lucas has committed himself to serving and protecting our state and nation, both as a commanding officer in the US Air Force and as an elected official,” said Governor Steve Beshear. “His outstanding record of leadership will prove to be an invaluable resource to the Kentucky Department of Veteran’s Affairs.”

Rep. Lucas will assume the position of Commissioner from retired U.S. Army Brigadier General Leslie “Les” Beavers, who has served the Commonwealth diligently since his first appointment in 1998. For more information about the Kentucky Department of Veteran’s Affairs and services offered, visit http://veterans.ky.gov.