From left to right, NCACC officers Angelena Kearney-Dunlap, Jeanette Deese, Debby Gore and Ann Clark. (Photos courtesy Marcia Wilson/Kristen King)
Brunswick's Gore takes helm of county clerks association
Brunswick County's Debby Gore knows she has some big shoes to fill as the new president of the North Carolina Association of County Clerks.
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From left to right, Craven County Commissioners Renée Sisk and Lee Kyle Allen, Chairman Perry Morris, Clerk to the Board Gwen Bryan, County Manager Harold Blizzard, Commissioner Theron McCabe, and Bryan's daughter Adaï. |
Caldwell County Clerk Kathy Myers, now past president of the NCACC (yes, there are two of them), completed an ambitious and productive year as leader of the Association at the group's Annual Conference, held in mid-April in Rowan County. Her work, according to Gore, included revisions of the Association's bylaws and handbook.
Gore said before taking the reins as president of the Association, she saw to it that Myers received a much-needed neck massage. The clerks association has enjoyed a close relationship with the N.C. Association of County Commissioners as an affiliate organization since 1981.
Gore said she is relying on her support staff, which includes Deputy Clerk to the Board Margie Stephenson and a "loaner" from the Building Inspections Department, to make it possible to pull off double duty as clerk to the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners and as clerks association president.
"It's going to be a challenge but I think I can handle it," Gore said. "With both of them it's going to make it easier."
Gore said one of her initiatives is to increase membership and involvement beyond an already "great group." The Association is planning three regional meetings for the fall – Oct. 1 in Hoke County, Oct. 22 in Johnston County and Sept. 24 in Burke County.
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The NCACC’s Ed Wooters administers the oath of office to Board of Directors members Marcia Wilson (Wayne County), Gaynell Lee (Lee County), Kristen King (Franklin County) and Carolyn Athey (Rowan County). Not pictured: Effie Varitimidis (Guilford County). |
Another goal is to work with the N.C. Association of County Commissioners on an updated version of the Clerks Reference Guide.
"Kathy told me the best part of the job would be going to the regionals and seeing more of the state," Gore said. "It's something you only do once, so I'm going to make it fun."
In addition to Gore, the other officers are Vice President Jeanette Deese (Carteret County), Secretary Ann Clark (Ashe), Treasurer Angelena Kearney-Dunlap (Warren) and Past President Myers. The Board of Directors consists of Carolyn Athey (Rowan), Kristen King (Franklin), Gaynell Lee (Lee County), Effie Varitimidis (Guilford) and Marcia Wilson (Wayne).
Also at the Annual Conference, Craven County Clerk to the Board Gwen Bryan was presented with the Howard Holly Outstanding Clerk Award. Bryan, who has served as Craven's clerk since 1993, thanked her Board of Commissioners and her management team for allowing her the opportunity to pursue her educational goals and to remain active with the clerks association.
"It means a lot to be recognized by your colleagues," she said. "It's quite an honor. It's not something I take very lightly. There is quite an effort that goes on in attaining some of the certifications."
Wake County will host the 2011 N.C. Association of County Clerks Annual Conference on April 7-10 at the Crabtree Marriott.
39 earn North Carolina Certified County Clerk designation
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The North Carolina Association of County Clerks to the Boards of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the launching of a state certification program for North Carolina Clerks to Boards of County Commissioners, Deputy Clerks and Administrative Aides to Regional Councils of Government. Organized in 1976 for the purpose of providing “…an opportunity to exchange ideas and techniques which may be used in the performance of Clerks’ duties...,” the Association has broadened its focus over the years to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency and professionalism of its members through ever increasing means. At the outset, pioneers in the profession recognized the importance of being knowledgeable about current and proposed local, state and federal legislation. Continuing education has been a priority of the Association and through collaboration with its partners – the University of North Carolina School of Government, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners, and the International Institute of Municipal Clerks – members have had access to numerous training opportunities.
The new certification program, developed with the assistance of the UNC School of Government (SOG), will be administered by the SOG. Following completion of the required training, experiential and examination components, the NCCCC (North Carolina Certified County Clerk) designation will be conferred upon members who achieve the qualifications.
Thirty-nine Clerks, representing 35 North Carolina counties have currently qualified for the program, and were recognized at the 2010 Annual City and County Clerks School at the School of Government in January.
For more information on the program, see the brochure (Word document).
Contact: Marcia R. Wilson, Chairman
State Certification Committee
Wayne County Clerk to the Board
(919) 731-1445
Durham County
Michelle Parker-Evans was recently named the new Clerk to the Board for Durham County. Michelle we would like to welcome you to our clerk family.
Randolph County
Randolph County Clerk to the Board Cheryl Ivey is a grandma from the first time! Avery Lane Ivey was born on 10-29-09. His parents are Josh and Kelly Ivey of Randleman. Congratulations to the Cheryl!
Lumber River Council of Governments
Gainer Cummings-Dever, Administrative Secretary/Clerk to the Board, recently celebrated 20 years of service with the Lumber River Council of Governments. A graduate of UNC-Pembroke, Gainer has been married eight years to John Dever West Virginia.
The Lumber River Council of Governments serves as an administrative and service delivery arm for federal, state, regional, and local programs of its member governments. A Council of local elected officials (County Commissioners, Mayors, and Town Council Members) serves as the governing body. The COG represents a multicounty planning and service area.
The counties of Bladen, Hoke, Richmond, Robeson and Scotland, along with 31municipalities within these counties, make up the current membership of the Lumber River Council of Governments. Congratulations to Gainer!
Thankful Mom
Linda Revels of Hoke County would like to thank everyone for their prayers for her son while he was Iraq. He is home and his mama is glad and so very proud of him as well as all of our soldiers!
Condolences to Ann Burkhart
The Clerk family would like to extend our condolences to Anne Burkhart, the Davidson County Clerk, for the loss of her husband on September 4th. May God Bless You and Keep You.
Retirement Announcement from Lois Askew
I announced to the Board of Commissioners on September 8th my plans to retire. My last day with Washington County will be on November 30, 2009. I will have worked with the County for 28 years and 3 months and am looking forward to my retirement years. A lot have asked why not work through the end of the year, but I love decorating, cooking, etc. for the holidays and am looking forward to being home for the holidays. I have enjoyed my job as Clerk to the Board of Commissioners for Washington County and will miss the wonderful people that I have work with over the years. Being a member of the North Carolina County Clerks Association for 28 years has afforded me the opportunity to make friends across the State of North Carolina. I will miss all of you and thanks for being such a wonderful support group. The Lord has blessed me with five grandchildren and I am looking forward to spending more time with them.
Retirement Announcement from Bobby Wilson
Effective April 30th, I will be retiring after 30 years of service Mrs. Bobby Wilson. Ms. Debra Weary will be taking my place.
Other Clerk Retirement Announcements
• Libby Corn
• Kay Blanchard
• Linda Hardison
• Faye Fuller
Thank you so much to all retirees for your help and guidance through the years! Congratulations and you all will be missed! Enjoy Your Retirement!
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