fred keilly. mr. keily is one of the newest trustees of the foundation, but he's a long-time champion of the ocean, he hails from california where he currently serves as treasurer for the county of santa cruz. he pioneered the marine life management act which the associated press at the time called the most significant advancement in ocean policy in 50 years. additionally, mr. keilly offered two of the largest part and environmental bonds in our nation's history totaling $4.7 billion. even from his perch in california, mr. keilly commands a national -- santa cruz hosts election series in honor of fred keilly. an honor like that is usually awarded posthumously. but mr. keilly is right here in the front row. the speakers will include the former secretary of the interior, bruce babbitt, and the current administrator of noaa, and it's my great honor to introduce the honorable fred keilly. >> good morning, few very much for all of you being here today, mr. secretary, thank you, sir, for literally gracing u