LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The founder of Bell’s Brewery has been appointed to a state position as of Monday, March 2.
Governor Whitmer has selected Larry J. Bell to serve on the Michigan Craft Beverage Council. He will be representing large brewers for a term that will last from March 2, 2020 to September 30, 2020.
Bell is succeeding Bradley Stevenson, who has resigned from the council.
According to Whitmer’s office, the Michigan Craft Beverage Council was created to replace the Grape and Wine Industry Council.
Duties of the Council include awarding grants for research into winemaking, hops, barley, beer and spirits; conducting market surveys and analysis; and offering other programs that encourage the agricultural elements related to Michigan’s craft beverage industries.
The Council’s activities are funded exclusively by non-retail, non-wholesale liquor license fees.
Whitmer also points out that this appointment is not subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
