Photo Gallery - January

January 6, 2009

The Governor administers the oath of office to incoming Lt. Governor Brad Little as his wife Therese holds the bible. Little was chosen by Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter to become Idaho’s next Lt. Governor replacing Jim Risch who became Idaho’s junior United States Senator the same day.

The Governor poses for pictures with First Lady Lori Otter, Lt. Governor Brad Little, his wife Teresa, and his family shortly after the swearing-in ceremony. Little’s selection must still be confirmed by the Idaho Senate.
The Governor and Lt. Governor Brad Little responds to reporter’s questions following the swearing-in ceremony.		Governor Otter answers questions from Idaho Statesman columnist Dan Popkey.
January 7th, 2009
Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter poses for pictures with members of the Ada County Highway District after a swearing-in ceremony at the agencies Garden City headquarters. From L-R are Commissioners Rebecca Arnold, John Franden, Carol McKee, Sherry Huber, Governor Otter and Commissioner Sara Baker.
January 8th, 2009 - Boise High School

Governor Otter talks to a leadership class at Boise High School. The Governor spent about 45 minutes talking to students about the proper role of government, leadership, and the constitution.

The Governor poses for a picture with Boise High School Principal Ken Anderson and then with the class he addressed.
January 8th, 2009 - 2009 Legislative Briefing

The Governor talks to members of the media, lawmakers and general public gathered for the Associated Press 2009 Idaho Legislative Briefing.
January 12, 2009 - State of the State Address/Budget Message

The Governor and First Lady, Lori Otter, arrive at the BSU Special Events Center.
The Governor speaks with House and Senate members just prior to giving his third State of the State address.		The Governor has a few quiet minutes in the green room with family and other constitutional officers before delivering his address.
The Governor takes questions from the media following his remarks.
Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University		Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University
Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University		Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University
Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University		Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University
Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University		Photo Credit: John Kelly/Boise State University
January 13, 2009 - Pacific Northwest Economic Region Delegation Visit to Idaho
Members of the Pacific Northwest Economic Region Leadership Delegation in meetings with Governor Otter and Idaho Legislators who are participants in PNWER
The Idaho Host committee Organizing the 2009 Pacific Northwest Economic Region Annual Summit to be held in Boise on July 12-15, 2009 meeting with Governor Otter		Members of the Idaho Travel Council meeting with Governor Otter
January 20, 2009 - Capstone Student Legislature
Capstone Student Legislature
Governor giving a lecture to the students.		Governor giving a lecture to the students.
January 20, 2009 - Idaho Professional-Technical Education Luncheon
Idaho Professional-Technical Student Organization Officers and Postsecondary Representatives at Student Day at the Legislature. The Hoff Building Crystal Ballroom.		Carlie Morrison, President, Idaho Business Professionals of America.
January 26, 2009 Capital for a Day in Horseshoe Bend
The Governor gives the proclamation declaring Horseshoe Bend "Capital for a Day" to Mayor Mary Hanson		An overflow crowd gathered at the Horseshoe Bend Senior Center to listen to the Governor and members of his cabinets address concerns from area residents. The Governor and senior staff took questions from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Governor makes a point during the lunch break at "Capital for a Day"
January 27, 2009
The Governor signs a proclamation recognizing the public service of school board trustees and declaring January "National School Board Trustee Month."
January 29, 2009 The Governor speaks with constituents before delivering the keynote address at the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce annual luncheon at the Red Lion Hotel in Lewiston


The Governor meets with local business leaders in Lewiston to discuss what the state can do to enhance opportunities for economic development in northern Idaho.

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