Scott Flippo — Senator Scott Flippo is recognized and addressed during the exchange, receives thanks for the invitation and hearing, and then asks whether there are any further questions before indicating he had considered recommending the item be held but will let it proceed.
Martin Higginsberger — Identified himself as president of Black River Technical College.
Martin Eggensberger — Martin Eggensberger, President of Black River Technical College, introduces the college’s request and explains that their long-serving CFO is retiring soon. He says the college wants to hire a replacement in advance so the new person can train under the current CFO during a short transition period, emphasizing that the role would be temporary and that the AVP/on-ramp approach is a practical staffing solution for the small college.
Julie Eddington — Identified as the college's Director of Human Resources.
David Whitaker — Representative Richardson is recognized to ask a question; likely David Richardson, but the member list does not include Richardson, so this is left as transcribed.
Dr. Eggensberger — The chair refers to the witness as 'Dr. Eggensberger,' likely Martin Eggensberger.