Governor Walz Appoints Johnny Villarreal to be Commissioner of the Bureau of Mediation Services

Statement

Today, Governor Tim Walz appointed Johnny Villarreal to serve as Commissioner of the Bureau of Mediation Services (BMS), effective December 22. Governor Walz announced the appointment after the retirement of BMS Commissioner Janet Johnson.

"It is my honor to appoint Johnny Villarreal as Commissioner of the Bureau of Mediation Services," said Governor Walz. "As a dedicated public servant with a 14-year history as a State of Minnesota Mediator, Mr. Villarreal has a proven track record of success improving Minnesota's labor-management relationships. I am confident that Mr. Villarreal will build on Commissioner Johnson's good work and serve Minnesota's employers, labor groups, and employees well. "

"During his career in state government, Johnny Villarreal has demonstrated a deep commitment to our Administration's One Minnesota mission by building partnerships and resolving conflict to promote a strong economy for all Minnesotans," said Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. "I am grateful to Commissioner Johnson for her service to Minnesota, and I am looking forward to working with Mr. Villarreal as he leads the Bureau."

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