Commissioners The Governor appoints the five Commissioners, who must be confirmed by the Senate, for six year staggered terms. The Governor appoints one of the five to serve as Commission President. See the Commissioners’ strategic directives and governance policies, adopted August 10, 2017. See all Commissioners appointed since 1911. Commissioners’ Form 803 Behested Payment Reports pursuant to Government Code section 82015. CPUC Commissioners: PresidentMichael Picker Learn More CommissionerLiane M. Randolph Learn More CommissionerMartha Guzman Aceves Learn More CommissionerClifford Rechtschaffen Learn More *Michael Picker was appointed CPUC President by Governor Brown on December 23, 2014. High-resolution images. Archives of former Commissioners