Burkley appointed to steering committee

Ohio House of Representatives information

COLUMBUS — Speaker of the Ohio House Clifford A. Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) has appointed State Representative Tony Burkley (R-Payne) to serve as the designated House Majority Caucus member on the Statewide Emergency Services Internet Protocol Network Steering Committee.

The committee is tasked with advising the state on the implementation, operation, and maintenance of the statewide emergency services Internet protocol network. This network supports state and local government next-generation 9-1-1 services in order to ensure this vital public safety service is updated, effective, and cost-efficient.

“The Statewide Emergency Services Internet Protocol Network Steering Committee does important work on behalf of the people of Ohio and I’m pleased to appoint Rep. Burkley to serve on this committee,” Speaker Rosenberger said. “His unique background and expertise will help to provide vital insight on this issue.”

“Having effective emergency services is critical for all citizens and as a former local government official, I know firsthand the role it plays in our communities,” said Burkley. “I appreciate Speaker Rosenberger’s faith in my abilities and look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure that we are taking the necessary steps as a state to keep the public safe.”

Rep. Burkley is serving his second term in the Ohio House. He represents the 82nd District, which includes Defiance, Paulding and Van Wert counties, as well as part of Auglaize County.