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South Thomaston Select Board appoints Jennifer Hill Kilgrove as town administrator
Summary
At a May 20 special meeting, the South Thomaston Select Board voted to appoint Jennifer Hill Kilgrove as town administrator — a consolidated role that includes treasurer and town clerk duties — at a starting salary of $48,000 and a raise to $52,000 after a six-month probationary period.
The South Thomaston Select Board on May 20 appointed Jennifer Hill Kilgrove to the combined town administrator post, including duties as treasurer, town clerk, tax collector, general assistance administrator and freedom of access administrator. A Select Board member moved the appointment, setting a start date of May 21, 2025, a starting salary of $48,000 and an increase to $52,000 after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
The board introduced Kilgrove to the public during the special meeting. Kilgrove acknowledged the appointment during the discussion. The board also explained that benefits will be provided in accordance with the town’s personnel policy and that the six-month probationary period is mandatory under state law.
Board members discussed administrative details—including office hours (the office opens at 8:30 a.m.; Tuesday hours extend to 6 p.m.), key access and payroll timing tied to beginning-of-month rules—so Kilgrove can complete necessary onboarding and paperwork. The board asked for public comment and recorded none.
The chair called the question and indicated the motion passed; the transcript records the motion carried but does not include a roll-call tally. The board directed staff to complete required paperwork and to provide Kilgrove with key access and scheduling information.
The Select Board scheduled a brief follow-up meeting to finalize the warrant for the upcoming town meeting.
