Via The Community Word Online:
One of chairman Prather’s accomplishments was approval for a county chief financial officer. The healthy economy and strong financial condition of county government made it possible. Hiring of such a person means the office of the county auditor is no longer necessary. Years ago the League of Women Voters even called for elimination of the office. I wonder if they will once again push for ending this unnecessary county department. Don’t hold your breath, though.
Some members of the league say the local organization is run by Democrat activists like Mary Harkrader. Since Carol Van Winkle, the appointed auditor, is a Democrat, I’m sure the league will not jump on the bandwagon. Too bad because elimination would save taxpayers big bucks.
Monroe also chortles over Harkrader’s unsuccessful attempt to keep fired City Election executive director Jeanette Mitzelfelt from collecting unemployment benefits.
Comment over there.
UPDATE: The Journal Star follows up.
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