Mike Holmes - A fifth-generation native of the Auburn area and an alumnus of Placer High School and Sierra College, Mike currently is Mayor Pro Tempore of Auburn, and an Adjunct Professor at Sierra College. Since returning to his hometown in 1999, Mike has served as Forman, pro tem, of the Placer County Grand Jury, Chair of the Placer County Charter Review Committee, and a member of the Auburn Economic Development Commission and Traffic Committee.

Gary N. Tintle - Active in the Nevada County business community, Gary is President of Tintle Inc., a construction company specializing in commercial development and custom residential projects in Nevada City, and serves on the Board of Directors of Citizens Bank of Nevada County. His company has received wide recognition for the renovation of important historic properties in Nevada City, including City Hall and the 109 N. Pine Street building.

General Chuck Yeager - The general retired from flying active military airplanes in 2002, but he still flies P51s, float planes, jets and the Husky and enjoys hunting and fishing. His non-profit General Chuck Yeager Foundation is supporting programs to teach the ideals by which General Yeager has lived his life: honor, integrity, courage, duty and service. Recognized as a fighter ace, legendary test pilot, leader of men and an icon for generations, General Yeager’s story inspires us and teaches us to always look to the skies. For more information visit Chuck Yeager's Web site.