BAKERSVILLE — The Town of Bakersville has a new town clerk, finance officer and tax collector.
Mitchell County native Abby Garland was sworn into office to serve all three positions on Tuesday, July 28.
In the regular meeting of the Bakersville Town Council on Monday, July 27, the council approved a resolution for the dual appointment for the finance officer and tax collectors roles, which had to be approved by the state because the positions are solely held.
Garland is a graduate of ETSU with a degree in accounting. She previously worked at United Community Bank.
In her new role, Garland’s duties will be in charge of billing, payments, budgets, audits, meeting minutes and more.
Garland replaces Sarah Hughes who served as Bakersville Town Clerk for nearly three years.