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Your 234 Town and City Clerks across are continuously preparing for our Local, State, and Federal Elections. It is ongoing process of continuous education and learning. It is an honor to represent all local, state, and federal elections held in New Hampshire, in addition to the other duties and responsibilities of City and Town Clerks. Vital Records; Car Registrations; Record Keeping; Dog Registrations; Taxes and Permits all requiring attention to detail, awareness of our laws and changes to our laws that are made at the state level, and high level communication skills along with compassion and empathy. We are often referred to as the Heart of Our Communities.
April 14th through Wednesday, April 15 Joan Dargie Town Clerk of Milford and Sherry Farrell Londonderry Town Clerk were asked to represent New Hampshire at the Election Assistance Commission which was held in Chicago. Two Clerks from each state were asked to attend. This was an educational and networking conference so that thoughts and concerns regarding our upcoming elections could be discussed and new innovative ideas and preparations could be shared.
April 28th was Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. Town and City Clerks were invited to meet and talk with their state representatives.
The picture highlights from L to R Town Clerks: Joan Dargie, Milford; Kerri Parker, Meredith; U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan; Tina Gilford, Derry; Judy Welch, Woodstock.
The NHCTCA Association's Executive Board Treasurer, who has served as the Exeter, Town Clerk retired in May. Andie has been a mentor to new clerks entering into our profession and is an outstanding example of leadership, integrity, and the ability to wear many hats and continuously problem solve while serving the people of her community, as well as at the state level. She will be missed, but we wish her well as she starts the next chapter of our life. Andie made a difference and made our NHCTCA a better organization.
