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This resolution honors Town Clerk Linda Shepard for her retirement after over 44 years of service to the Town of Hamden.
Why it matters
Recognizes the significance of long-term public service. The resolution highlights the value and impact of Linda Shepard’s 44+ years as Town Clerk, underscoring how dedicated local officials contribute stability, continuity, and institutional memory to small-town governance.
Celebrates multi-faceted community involvement. Beyond her official duties, Shepard’s work as a local news columnist and her leadership in professional associations demonstrate the importance of civic engagement that extends outside formal job responsibilities, fostering community identity and communication.
Showcases personal commitment and adaptability. The resolution details how Shepard adapted to changes over decades (e.g., moving the office from her home to a town hall) and maintained near-perfect attendance, exemplifying dedication and the evolving nature of local government roles.
Affirms the role of public recognition in maintaining civic spirit. By publicly commending Shepard, the resolution reinforces the idea that honoring long-serving, conscientious public servants not only validates their contributions but also inspires similar commitment in others within the community.
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Honor Linda Shepard’s Retirement
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Senator · Senate District 42
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 1259 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Town Clerk Linda Shepard upon the occasion of her retirement after more than 44 years of distinguished service to the Town of Hamden WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 1259 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Town Clerk Linda Shepard upon the occasion of her retirement after more than 44 years of distinguished service to the Town of Hamden WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stature of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Town Clerk Linda Shepard upon the occasion of her retirement after more than 44 years of distinguished service to the Town of Hamden; and WHEREAS, At the age of 80, Town Clerk Linda Shepard is officially retiring from her position as the Hamden Town Clerk on Friday, March 31,
2017; and WHEREAS, Linda Shepard was born in Ashland, New York, and attended school in Andes, Arena, and Delhi, New York; in 1956, she married Leonard Shepard, a former Delaware Academy schoolmate; together, the couple raised their three children in their home in Delancey, New York, where she still resides today; and WHEREAS, Linda Shepard's long and distinguished career began on
January 1, 1973, when she accepted the Town Clerk position; she then ran for the title, and has been reelected every time since; throughout her tenure, she has served under five different Supervisors, and only missed three board meetings; and WHEREAS, When… Show allHide
January 1, 1973, when she accepted the Town Clerk position; she then ran for the title, and has been reelected every time since; throughout her tenure, she has served under five different Supervisors, and only missed three board meetings; and WHEREAS, When Linda Shepard assumed the title of Town Clerk, her home became her office and the board meeting location; a truly caring and hospitable woman, she enjoyed serving coffee and homemade cookies to the residents who attended town meetings; and WHEREAS, In 1988, Linda Shepard's office was moved to the new town hall; as Hamden Town Clerk, she was the official keeper of the municipal records; in this capacity, she issued licenses and permits, handled the pavilion and hall rentals, and inscribed the town meeting minutes; and WHEREAS, In addition to her role as Town Clerk, Linda Shepard has written a weekly column containing local news for The Reporter for over
years; she also represented her town as a member of the Delaware
County Town Clerks Association, where she held the titles of both Vice
President and President; and
WHEREAS, In her much deserved retirement, Linda Shepard looks
forward to spending more time with her family and her friends,
completing various projects around her house, and going on shopping
trips to Pennsylvania with her daughter; and
WHEREAS, Linda Shepard rendered faithful, conscientious and valuable
service to the Town of Hamden; and
WHEREAS, As Town Clerk, Linda Shepard served with loyalty, honor and
distinction, and was governed by a keen sense of duty, always showing a
unique grasp of human problems; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her three children,
grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren, as well as her late husband,
Leonard, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and
rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Town Clerk Linda Shepard upon the occasion of her retirement
after more than 44 years of distinguished service to the Town of Hamden,
and to wish her well in all her future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Town Clerk Linda Shepard.
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