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Board approves assessor training for Jessica Holton ahead of succession plan
Summary
The Town Board authorized Assessor Aid Jessica Holton to attend New York State Assessors training July 20–24, 2026 (part one via Zoom) and approved payment, recognizing training is sequential and part of succession planning for the assessor role.
The Town Board on May 27 approved Resolution #104 authorizing Assessor Aid Jessica Holton to attend the New York State Assessors training July 20–24, 2026 via Zoom and authorized payment for the training.
Assessor Teresa Lyons told the board the training is sequential and that part two will be held in November 2026; Lyons indicated Holton’s attendance is part of preparing her to succeed the assessor when Lyons retires. Town Attorney John P. Mustico reviewed Section 506 (Expense Reimbursement, Education and Training) of the employee handbook and explained how the policy pertains to this request.
Board members discussed whether similar requests had been approved in the past and affirmed the town’s practice to support continuing education when it aligns with job duties and budgeted policies. The resolution passed unanimously.
