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Town receives GFOA budget award; manager announces two part-time hires

Crewe Town Council · December 9, 2024
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Summary

Town Manager announced Crewe received a Government Finance Officers Association budget award (first for the town) and that the community and economic development coordinator role was split into two part-time hires: Kristen 'Kissy' Shelton and Jay Scutter.

In the Town Manager report staff announced that Crewe received a Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) budget award, the first such recognition for the town; the manager noted that last year only 12 Virginia towns received the award and most have dedicated finance staff. Council and staff marked the accomplishment.

Staff also explained the community and economic development coordinator opening was split into two part-time positions to reduce costs; the two hires named in the transcript were Kristen 'Kissy' Shelton (noted as known to some Council members) and Jay Scutter, who will work part time to support special projects. Council members asked clarification questions about hiring communications and duties; staff said responsibilities will include sponsorship, banner programs and coordination of economic development tasks.