Our board leads with purpose.

Monroe Community Mental Health Authority is governed by a board of directors comprising 12 dedicated members, all of whom are proud residents of Monroe County. These board members are carefully appointed by the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, ensuring a representation that truly understands and advocates for the needs of the local community. Through their leadership, the board plays a crucial role in shaping policies, overseeing our operations, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services to the people of our community.

Board of Directors Vacancy

The County of Monroe is seeking applications from citizens/residents to serve on the Monroe Community Mental Health Authority Board. There are four (4) General Public terms ending with new terms commencing April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2029. Service on County Boards and Commissions is vital in providing a broad and diverse perspective on decisions made on the direction of programs and services within our community. Leadership and governance on County Boards and Commissions provides opportunity for citizen involvement and participation. Appointments will be made by the Board of Commissioners.

Interested individuals may access information on meeting times, locations, criteria for the terms of office and the core mission of the CMHA Board on the County of Monroe website. To be considered, you must fill out the Application for Appointment located on the County website and submit it by following the instructions. Deadline for submitting an application is Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Alternatively, applications and information are available at the County Finance Office, Monroe County Courthouse/Annex Building, 125 East Second Street, Monroe, Michigan 48161. Applications may also be faxed to (734)-240-7266 or emailed to: grace_miles@monroemi.org by the same deadline.

The County of Monroe reserves the right to make appointments that are determined by the County of Monroe to be in the best interest of the County.

How to apply:  Monroe County Website – MCMHA Board Application

 

Board of Directors

Henry Lievens

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: January 2026

Reda Biniecki

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: March 2025
John Burkardt

John Burkardt

Board Vice Chairperson
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: April 2018
Joan Canning

Joan Canning

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: March 2025
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Rebecca Curley

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: April 2023
LeMar Frederick

R. LaMar Frederick

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: October 2021
Susan Fortney

Susan Fortney

Board Secretary
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: June 2011
Michael Humphries

Michael Humphries

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: April 2020
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Ken Papenhagen

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: March 2023
Rebecca Pasko - Monroe CMHA Board of Directors

Rebecca Pasko

Board Chairperson
Year Appointed to MCMHA Board: March 2023
Monroe Community Mental Health Authority (MCMHA)

John Cullen

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: October 2025

Naomi Stoner

Board Member
Year appointed to MCMHA Board: March 2024

We need you to join our mission.

The board of directors of Monroe Community Mental Health Authority is dedicated to a singular mission of providing the best in quality mental health care to the members of the community of Monroe County, Michigan. Are you passionate about that mission? Consider becoming a member of our board of directors.

Monroe County is the holder of the Board of Directors Application, and they will handle the process from application to appointment.

Stay informed with our meeting records.

Whether you’re an interested community member or potential partner, the MCMHA Board of Directors meeting records offer a way to gain insights into our governance practices, discussions, and decisions.

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