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Board approves interim pay for County Treasurer chief deputy; appointment to follow
Summary
The board adopted a resolution to compensate Chief Deputy Jane Alexander at the County Treasurer rate effective immediately while the board prepares to appoint an interim treasurer; the full appointment will be taken at a future meeting within statutory timelines.
Douglas County commissioners voted 7–0 on June 24 to authorize interim compensation for Chief Deputy Jane Alexander as the county’s acting treasurer after the elected treasurer resigned to take mayoral office.
Under Nebraska law the county has 45 days to fill a vacancy in the office of county treasurer, and the board must set an interim arrangement while it considers candidates. At the meeting commissioners discussed options, including internally appointing a non‑political interim to serve until the next scheduled treasurer transition following the 2026 election.
Commissioners noted that Jane Alexander, the long‑serving chief deputy in the treasurer’s office, was expected to carry out interim duties. The board adopted a resolution authorizing compensation for Chief Deputy Alexander “at the same rate previously established for the County Treasurer,” effective the date of the resolution. The motion passed unanimously.
Chair Commissioner Roger Garcia said the board will take a formal appointment at a subsequent meeting within the statutory 45‑day window; several commissioners said they favor a temporary, non‑political management arrangement so the office can transition smoothly into the 2026 election year.
Why it matters: Filling the treasurer vacancy ensures continuity for county tax collection and cash‑management functions. Commissioners emphasized the need for continuity and for clearing potential political questions by seeking an interim arrangement that focuses on operations rather than electoral politics.
Vote record: The resolution to compensate Chief Deputy Jane Alexander at the treasurer rate passed 7–0.
Meeting context and next steps: The board will return to the appointment question within the legal 45‑day window; administration said it will publish next steps and accept any internal or external candidates for consideration.
