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Council appoints Donna Wallenford as interim fiscal officer and authorizes consultant support
Summary
Mount Orab council appointed Donna Wallenford as interim fiscal officer, approving a stipend and authorizing the mayor to enter an agreement with a consultant at $125 per hour to assist the fiscal officer; council discussed the hiring timeline for a permanent fiscal officer and candidate-review process.
Council discussed the interim fiscal officer role and voted to appoint Donna Wallenford (referred to in the meeting as Donna Wallenford) effective May 19, 2026, with a stipend of $2,000 per pay in addition to her hourly rate. Council members said the appointment is temporary while a permanent hire is recruited; they described an open recruitment advertised in local press and statewide municipal channels and said committee members will review candidates and arrange interviews as needed.
Council also authorized the mayor to enter into an agreement with a Port Authority consultant, Sean Bromelton, to assist the interim fiscal officer on an hourly basis at $125 per hour when needed; council approved the motion by roll call. During discussion, council members emphasized that standard background checks and bonding would be required for final candidates and confirmed Donna is bonded as part of the hiring file.
What happens next: The interim fiscal officer will receive consultant assistance as needed; the finance committee or designated reviewers will screen permanent candidates and arrange interviews. The appointment is temporary until a permanent fiscal officer is hired and transitioned into the role.
