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Merrimack County confirms deputy treasurer, approves staffing adjustments

County of Merrimack Board of Commissioners · May 11, 2026
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Summary

The board confirmed Linda Lorden as Deputy Treasurer, approved a per diem lobby receptionist position with an estimated $32,448 annual fiscal impact, approved a per-diem-to-FTE transfer at Gerrish Manor and authorized $2,081.10 in educational reimbursement for a corrections staffer.

At its May 11 meeting, the Merrimack County Board of Commissioners confirmed the appointment of Linda Lorden as Deputy Treasurer after Finance Director Aaron Turner requested board confirmation. Commissioner Lovlien moved to approve the appointment; Commissioner Shurtleff seconded and the motion carried 3–0.

Corrections Superintendent Garrett Jewell and Human Resources Director Wendy Heath presented a proposed per diem lobby receptionist position to manage professional visits and volunteer access; staff estimated an annual fiscal impact of $32,448 at Labor Grade 4 for three days per week. The board voted 3–0 to approve the position.

The board also approved educational reimbursement of $2,081.10 for Senior Program Coordinator Catrina Schaffnit following completion of an approved course and approved an FTE transfer at Gerrish Manor shifting one per-diem full-time equivalent from Medication Nurse Assistant to Resident Companion to meet operational needs. All motions carried by unanimous vote.