MPSC Commissioner Named

Jul 24, 2025

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Shaquila Myers was named to the Michigan Public Service Commission this week by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. She is appointed to represent Democrats for a term commencing July 21, 2025, and expiring July 2, 2031. Ms. Myers succeeds Alessandra Carreon, whose term expired.

Ms. Myers:

    • Most recently, she served as senior advisor to the governor. Prior to that, she served as chief of staff to then-Speaker Joe Tate.
    • She previously worked in the executive office as chief of staff to Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist. Additionally, she worked as legislative director for former Senate Democratic Leader Jim Ananich and a policy analyst for the Michigan Senate.
    • Myers holds a Master of Public Administration and an undergraduate degree from Oakland University.

Michigan Public Service Commission:

    • The mission of the Michigan Public Service Commission is to ensure safe, reliable, and accessible energy and telecommunications services at reasonable rates for Michigan residents.
    • The Commission is composed of three members appointed by the Governor to serve staggered six-year terms. No more than two Commissioners may represent the same political party.

The appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

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