mr. fred keely. mr. keely is one of the newest trustees of the foundation but a longtime champion of the ocean. he hails from california where he currently serves as treasurer for the county of santa cruz. thee timed elected to the general assembly pioneering the act, the associated press called at the time the most significant investment in ocean policy in 50 years. additionally, mr. keely authored two of the largest park and environmental bonds in our nation's history totaling it'ses 4.7 billion. even from his perch in california, mr. keely commands a national perspective on ocean environmental issues. the university of california at santa cruz hosts election seats in honor of fred keely which itself speaks volumes because an honor like to is usually awarded posthumously. if mip eyes don't deceive me, mr. keelsy right here in the front row. speakers include dr. earl, with us thursday. bruce babbitt and current administrator of noaa. it's my great honor to recognize a longtime public servant and a lifelo