Four Grand Junction residents have been appointed to state boards, commissions and councils.

Benjamin Hoffman was appointed to the State Board of Human Services. The board adopts policies, regulations and rules for the administration of the Colorado Department of Human Services.

Brien Webster was appointed to the Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp Commission, which reviews proposed projects for habitat stamp funds.

Samuel Todd Young was reappointed to the Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise, which administers a health insurance affordability fee and special assessment on hospitals.

Michelle Sunkel was reappointed to the Colorado Human Trafficking Council, which assists in efforts to prevent human trafficking in Colorado.

In addition, Laura Lancaster of Palisade was appointed to the Underground Damage Prevention Safety Commission. The commission advises state agencies and local governments on best practices to prevent damage to underground utilities.