Last Updated on March 10, 2022 6:16 pm
During the March 9th, 2022 Town Council Meeting, Amy Davis, the Finance Director for theTown of Boone, was named interim Town Manager for the Town of Boone. Amy Davis will bethe Town’s first female Town Manager and the transition is effective immediately. John Wardwill continue to work with the Town until his departure on April 1st, and will work closely withAmy in order to ensure a smooth transition.
Amy has been the Finance Director for the Town of Boone since 2004 and has worked with thetown for almost 22 years. “My plan for the upcoming months is to work closely with departmentdirectors in order to facilitate as smooth of a transition as possible. In the short term, developingthe FY 2022-2023 budget will be a priority.” Amy Davis stated. The Town of Boone TownCouncil recently hosted a budget retreat March 7th and 8th to learn more about the budgetprocess and start highlighting Town Council priorities. The fiscal year for the town begins inJune.
“Amy's dedication to the Town of Boone and her gift of working well with all town staff isevident in her daily actions. Amy is an excellent choice to serve as interim Town Manager andI'm excited for her as she starts this new challenge.” commented John Ward.
“This is an exciting time for the Town of Boone! Amy Davis has the full faith and confidence ofthe council and staff. We feel at ease that Ms. Davis will lead the town through a smoothtransition. Not only has she been a vital part of how well our town has functioned through hertenure thus far; she will serve as the first woman town manager in Boone history! So appropriatefor our celebration and recognition of Women’s History month and our efforts to make newstrides in our 150th year! Amy, thank you so much for your willingness to serve andcongratulations!” Mayor Futrelle stated.
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