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City honors Linda Bichon as she retires after 18 years as city clerk
Summary
Council and staff honored Linda Bichon with a tribute video, staff remarks and a reception; Bichon thanked colleagues and reflected on 18 years of service to the City of Yuma.
The City Council and staff honored Linda Bichon on April 1, 2026, marking her retirement after 18 years of service as a city clerk.
A video tribute and a series of staff remarks acknowledged Bichon’s role in managing agendas, public records and meeting protocol. Multiple council members and staff praised her professionalism, mentorship and dedication; one council member noted Bichon had been Clerk of the Year in 2024.
Bichon addressed the council, expressing gratitude for colleagues and the opportunity to serve. “I am truly humbled by all of this,” she said, and thanked staff, council members and family for their support during her tenure.
The administration announced a reception in the lobby following adjournment to celebrate Bichon’s retirement. Council members and staff repeatedly thanked her for keeping meetings on track and for institutional knowledge that the city said will remain with the clerk’s office team as staff transition.
