Sharon considers appointing clerk

SHARON — The Board of Selectmen scheduled an information meeting at 6 p.m. on June 24 to present the notion of switching the town clerk position from a resident elected role to one appointed by the BOS.

In an announcement available on the town’s website, the BOS state that the change “is intended to broaden the pool of potential candidates beyond Sharon residents, allowing the town to attract a wider range of qualified candidates. Additionally, this shift may appeal to individuals who are highly capable but hesitant to participate in the electoral process.”

The current version of the ordinance draft that would codify the switch has the appointed clerk serving four-year terms, with no limit on repeating terms with satisfactory performance. The selectmen maintain the term length is meant to protect job security for the employee.

Coverage will be available online at lakevillejournal.com. North Canaan is considering the same change (Page A1).

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