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Council appoints Chris Namath as Ellsworth's finance director effective July 31
Summary
After a multi-stage vetting process, the council appointed Chris Namath as finance director effective 07/31/2026; council noted limited CPA candidates with municipal experience among the applicant pool and confirmed reference checks.
The city council appointed Chris Namath as Ellsworth's finance director, effective July 31, 2026, following a multi-stage vetting and selection process.
Deputy city manager summarized the search, noting the candidate pool included many applicants but comparatively few CPAs with municipal experience. The deputy city manager also said references were checked and clarified that Namath left his prior municipality with extended notice to conclude projects.
Councilor moved to appoint Chris Namath (name recorded in the motion) as finance director, the motion was seconded, and passed by a recorded vote (motion carries 6'to—2). The appointment will take effect 07/31/2026; personnel paperwork and onboarding will follow municipal hiring practices.
