Board Members

Martin Palomar | President

Martín enjoyed a long career with CalEPA and the State Water Resources Control Board. He now works at Talini’s Nursery in East Sacramento. Bilingual and bicultural, Martín emigrated from Baja California, Mexico.

Will Green | Treasurer

Will is a retired physician from Kaiser Permanente. He has a life long appreciation of art. Originally from Kentucky, Will has a keen understanding of historical preservation.

Ellen Cochrane | Scholarship Committee

Ellen was a career public schoolteacher and former school board trustee for the Sacramento City Unified School District. She is a writer and enjoys biking.

Cindy Oropeza | Scholarship Committee

Cindy is a seasoned Human Resources Manager retired from the UC Davis Health System

Sandra Carter | Scholarship Committee