Administration

The Town of Valdese operates under a council-manager form of government. The Mayor and Council are responsible for making policy decisions for the community. The City Manager is responsible for carrying out those decisions, as well as providing vision and leadership to the organization and for overseeing the daily operations of City government.
Town Manager Seth Eckard began his new role on July 1, 2015.
The Town's Administrative Offices are responsible for a variety of financial and clerical duties necessary to ensure the smooth operation of Valdese. The administrative staff assists the Town Manager with such daily activities as collecting water, sewer, and tax bills and handling daily questions and complaints from citizens. It is also responsible for keeping track of financial matters for the Manager, Town Council and Town Departments.

Valdese Mission Statement: The Town of Valdese welcomes growth and diversity to enhance, while preserving, our existing neighborhoods, natural amenities and rich history for current residents and future generations.
To meet the Mayor and Town Council, click here.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Seth Eckard
Valdese Town Manager
828.879.2116

Jessica Lail
Town Clerk/Human Resources Director
828.879.2117
Fax: 888-798-1022

Larry Johnson
Planning Director
828.879.2124


Finance Department

Bo Weichel
Assistant Manager/CFO
828.879.2123

Kimberly Cline
Tax Collector/Payroll 
828.879.2119

Angel Mitchell
Accounting Technician
828.879.2118

For the full Department Directory follow this link. 

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