from the Minnesota Racing Commission

Shakopee, MN — The Minnesota Racing Commission is pleased to announce Commissioners Dan Erhart and Dr. Camille McArdle have been reappointed, and Roy Johnson has been appointed, to the Commission for six year terms beginning July 1, 2017. Governor Dayton announced the appointments on June 27.

Dan Erhart was first elected as commissioner in 2012. Erhart volunteers his time generously, whether advocating on MRC’s behalf at the legislature or attending industry events. He is also a small business owner who brings expertise in finance and governmental relations.

Dr. Camille McArdle holds a unique place in the history of Minnesota racing. She served as the Minnesota Racing Commission’s first Chief Veterinarian from 1985 to 1993. She was appointed to the commission in 1993 and has served in a variety of roles, including rules development, selection of racing officials and evaluation of equine research grant applications. Dr. McArdle is currently practicing as a shelter veterinarian.

Roy Johnson has been appointed as the new commissioner for the Minnesota Racing Commission. Roy has worked for Cargill Animal Nutrition since 1993. He is responsible for the development of horse feeds and farm products for Cargill Feed and Nutrition for North America. In that capacity, he helps create the education, management and support materials that are used by equine consultants across the world.

Prior to joining Cargill, Roy was an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota-Waseca for 17 years where he taught equine management, training and nutrition. He has been a licensed show horse judge for 39 years. Roy received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Minnesota.

Ralph Strangis, MRC Chair, stated, “I am pleased about the reappointment of Commissioners Erhart and McArdle and look forward to the contributions that Roy Johnson will bring to the Minnesota Racing Commission. He has a long-standing involvement in the equine industry with established relationships in both the business and academic communities. His presence will be an asset for both the Commission and the horse racing industry.”