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Farewell Message from Town Clerk Ann Leber Dear Residents of North Castle,
It’s difficult to leave a job I’ve loved for almost 30 years, to say good bye to co-workers with whom I spend more time each day than I do with my family, to give up the pleasure of greeting and serving our residents each day. But I realized that I want to spend more time with my family and friends, to enjoy life at a more leisurely pace, to relish what Stephen and I have worked so hard to create, to travel and explore new interests. I’d like to thank this and previous town boards for working so closely with me. The relationship between the board and the town clerk in North Castle is unique and productive. I’d also like to express my appreciation to the department heads and staff with whom I have worked so collegially. Most of all I’d like to recognize the staff in my office -- Anne Curran, Barbara Pesquera and Amelia DeFeo. They have been invaluable and treasured co-workers and friends without whose generosity and support, my job would have been impossible. I owe them a debt of gratitude I can never repay. I know they will continue to do a wonderful job in the months and years to come and will enable the office to run smoothly under new leadership. The Town Board has appointed Deputy Town Clerk Anne Curran to succeed me as Town Clerk through December 31, 2010. Anne will then stand for election next November to complete the last year of my term, and then again in November 2011 for her own four year term. Anne’s knowledge and experience make her uniquely qualified to fill the position and provide a seamless transition. She will meet the challenges ahead with her usual confidence, grace and dignity. Of course, I will be available to Anne and the next town board during the transition period and afterwards. I am happy to share the knowledge and history I have accumulated over 30 years. Thank you to all the residents of North Castle for the confidence you placed in me and for allowing me to serve as your town clerk for eight years. I am satisfied that I set high standards, fulfilled my goals and performed my job professionally and with no regard for political affiliation. I don’t know how I’ll handle not scheduling my life around the twice monthly town board meetings, but I’m ready to give it a try. Warmest regards, Ann
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It was with anticipation and regret that I announced my decision to retire and therefore resign from the position of Town Clerk effective December 16, 2009.