CLERK OF THE YEAR
| 2022 Clerk of the Year Recipient Gina Anderson, MMC Deputy Clerk-Treasurer for the City of Woodland Gina is the Deputy Clerk-Treasurer for the City of Woodland, where she has worked for over a quarter of a century! (26 years, to be exact.) Gina has also served on numerous WMCA committees for multiple terms. Most notably, Gina brilliantly performed her role as WMCA Treasurer since 2011! Gina was nominated by retired WMCA member and former City of Woodland Clerk Treasurer Mari Ripp, who stated in her nomination, “Gina is friendly and personable and open to listen, mentor, and partner with anyone that wants or needs her. Gina is the glue that holds the city together and is the “go-to” person for the city. She can be counted on to complete any and all projects, is always positive, and has an impeccable work ethic.” A co-worker of Gina’s says, “I have enjoyed serving as Gina’s colleague since 2015 and have been priveleged to learn from her. Not only has she been instrumental in helping me understand the intricacies of accounting from the standpoint of municipal government, but she has also served as an excellent example of impeccable character and consistent adherance to outstanding workplace ethics. She is a thorough and patient teacher and gladly shares credit for a job well done.” In addition to excelling in her service and leadership to her jurisdiction and WMCA, Gina is extremely commited to ongoing professinal development. She regularly attends State conferences, Athenian Dialogues, and IIMC Conferences. Gina generously shares her time and talents with her church and community. She was instrumental in the planning of the city’s centennial celebration, including the organization of a large community dinner and recognition of past mayors and executives. Congratulations, Gina, and thank you for your selfless service to WMCA and your community. Your dedication and professionalism are an amazing representation of the Clerk profession! |
Past Recipients
2023 - Debbie Jermann, C-TRAN 2022 - Gina Anderson, Woodland 2021 - Bonnie Wilkins, Des Moines 2020 - Alice Attwood, Tonasket 2019 - Deborah Estrada, Mercer Island 2018 - Christy O'Flaherty, Tukwila 2017 - Diana Quinn. Algona 2016 - Mari Ripp, Woodland 2015 - Dee Roberts, South Bend 2014 - Carol Etgen, Fife 2013 - Alice Bush, Lakewood 2012 - Ali Spietz, Mercer Island 2011 - Margo Tackett, Westport 2010 - Pam Kolacy, Port Townsend 2009 - Cheryl Proffitt-Schmidt, North Bend 2008 - Virginia Olsen, Mountlake Terrace 2007 - Terri Pfister, Spokane 2006 - Cindy Aldous, Marcus 2005 - Sharon Mattioli, Shoreline 2004 - Doris Sorum, Tacoma 2003 - Agnes Bennick, Yelm 2002 - Kelly Hennessey, Mill Creek 2001 - Roland Signett, Ferndale 2000 - Pam Olsen, Brewster 1999 - Diane Underwood, Cashmere 1998 - Linda Ruehle, Issaquah 1997 - Linda Alvar, Lynnwood 1996 - Margery Price, Kennewick 1995 - Mable Knowles, Waterville 1994 - Doris Schaible, Redmond 1993 - Marie O’Connell, Bellevue 1992 - Robin Wohlheuter, Auburn 1991 - Marie Jensen, Kent 1990 - Beverly Garvey,Prosser | Nomination CriteriaApplications due by Friday, January 27, 2023 The criteria for the Clerk of the Year nomination include:
The nominee must have made significant contributions or performed outstanding service to WMCA, to the profession of municipal clerk, and to his/her individual municipality in the following areas:
Nominations should be submitted in a confidential manner and in collaboration with the nominee’s elected officials, appointed officials, supervisor, or colleagues by including letter(s) of support. The only WMCA members not eligible to be considered for nomination are those holding the office of President, President-Elect, Vice President and Past President. Don’t let this opportunity to recognize one of your peers pass you by! The WMCA President selects the Clerk of the Year. The person who nominated the Clerk of the Year will be notified to determine how the recipients jurisdiction, as well as family/guest(s), will be provided the necessary information should they wish to attend the annual banquet. |
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