Putnam County Clerk of Superior Court Trevor Addison has sworn in five individuals on April 4 and April 8 to serve on two key boards within the county.
Returning members Shona Bales and Evan Reese were each sworn in to continue their service on the Putnam County Board of Assessors. Both have contributed significantly to the board over the years, helping to ensure fair and accurate property assessments across the county.
The board of assessors, comprised of five members appointed by the board of commissioners for fixed terms, is responsible for determining the taxability, valuation, and equalization of all assessments within the county. Their duties include notifying taxpayers of value changes, reviewing appeals, managing the appeals process, and approving exemption claims.
The Putnam County Board of Elections and Registration is composed of five members: two from the party receiving the highest number of votes in the last general election, two from the party receiving the second-highest number, and one appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Members serve four-year terms.
This board plays a crucial role in ensuring free, fair, and efficient elections in compliance with federal and state laws. Its mission is to provide every citizen with an impartial opportunity to register and vote, while ensuring all candidates have an equal chance to qualify and campaign for office.
Sworn into the Putnam County Board of Elections and Registration were Dick Forrester, appointed by the Putnam County Republican Party; Annie Parker, appointed by the Putnam County Democratic Party — both returning members — and Sarah Maslayak, appointed by the Democratic Party to fill the unexpired term of Emory Walden, who resigned March 20.
Addison expressed appreciation for each appointee’s willingness to serve on the boards.
“Choosing to serve on a county board is a meaningful act of civic responsibility,” he said. “It requires setting aside personal time and stepping up for the greater good of the community.
“Each of these individuals has made a conscious decision to give their time, energy, and expertise to help ensure their respective boards function fairly and effectively,” he added. “It was an honor to administer each oath. Their willingness to serve speaks to their character and commitment to the people of Putnam County.”