Selection of the next City Clerk-Auditor
Summary
DeLand needs a new City Clerk after more than 35 years with the same person in the role. The Clerk runs city elections, manages public records requests, and keeps the official record of every Commission meeting — so who fills this seat matters to how open and accountable city government feels. Commissioners were scheduled to weigh in on qualifications and how to search for candidates.
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The cost of a recruitment and the new hire's salary weren't detailed in the materials.
Residents benefit from a well-run Clerk's office that handles elections, records requests, and meeting records competently.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission - Mar 9, 2026
The city is replacing longtime City Clerk Julie Hennessy, who retired January 1, after the interim appointee also resigned in February. The clerk runs the city's official records, meeting minutes, and legal notices, so picking the right person matters for how transparent and well-run city government is. Five finalists made the cut, and interviews are set for late March.
City Commission - Jan 14, 2026
DeLand needs a new City Clerk after more than 35 years with the same person in the role. The Clerk runs city elections, manages public records requests, and keeps the official record of every Commission meeting — so who fills this seat matters to how open and accountable city government feels. Commissioners were scheduled to weigh in on qualifications and how to search for candidates.
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