Gardner Special Search Committee For A City Clerk Meeting Jun 8 2026 Part 2 of 3

This was a special search committee meeting held by the City of Gardner, Massachusetts, on June 8, 2026, focused on interviewing candidates for the city clerk position. The committee's mandate was to evaluate candidates and make a formal recommendation to the full city council, which will later vote to fill the vacancy. The candidate interviewed discussed her experience working in the clerk's office, including managing budgets, improving office processes, handling public records requests, and supervising staff during elections. She emphasized efficiency improvements, compliance with legal requirements, and maintaining composure under pressure. The discussion also touched on staffing needs, specifically the potential hiring of an assistant clerk position, which requires council approval and is contingent on appointing a new city clerk first. No contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.