Council confirms Megan Borth as Merriam city treasurer

The Merriam City Council unanimously confirmed the appointment of Megan Borth as city treasurer. Mayor Bob Pape and staff cited city code section 2‑6-1, which requires the mayor to appoint a treasurer with council consent. "The duties of the treasurer include being a signatory of all the accounts, in our checks, provide support early treasurer's report," staff told the council while recommending Ms. Borth for the role. Nut graf: Council members asked no questions before moving to a vote. The motion to confirm was made and seconded and passed 7-0, formalizing Ms. Borth’s responsibilities as the city’s financial signatory and reporting liaison. The appointment followed the mayor’s remarks about other staff recognitions that evening; Ms. Borth has been providing treasurer reports in advance of the formal appointment, staff said during the presentation. The council approved the confirmation with no recorded abstentions. Ending: With the confirmation complete, staff said the mayor and the new treasurer will continue to work through check-issuance and related financial controls as part of normal operations.