Resolutions passed by the CPB Board of Directors

Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
May 1, 2001

Appreciation to James T. Yee

Unanimously

RESOLVED,

That the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting expresses its heartfelt condolences to the family of

James T. Yee

Executive Director, Independent Television Service (ITVA), 1994-2000

Executive Direcetor and Co-founder of the National Asian American Telecommunications Association (NAATA), 1981-1994

For his 20 years of distinguished association with public broadcasting; for his groundbreaking work to encourage diversity and welcome innovation in public television; a visionary who inspired his colleagues to action; a tireless advocate for the work of independent producers who provide their creativity and passion to the public television system; for his leadership, integrity, dedication, hard work, and numerous contributions to the public broadcasting community; and for being a wise and steadfast friend, the board extends this appreciation, as well as its hearfelt and deepest sympathy to the Yee family.

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