By Leah Sander
InkFreeNews

AKRON — Akron’s clerk-treasurer has achieved a designation, which she hopes will help her serve the town better.

Rebecca Hartzler recently learned she received her certified municipal clerk, or CMC. The International Institute of Municipal Clerks granted it.

Hartzler, who’s served as Akron’s clerk-treasurer for six years, said she had to complete 110 points split between education and experience to earn her CMC.

Rebecca Hartzler

“It is something for me to further my education and try to be as current with all the regulations and procedures,” explained Hartzler of why she wished to earn it. “I would like for the community to know that … I take my job very seriously.”

Hartzler said she wants to continue on with her education and attain her master municipal clerk. She added she’s grateful to the Akron Town Council for being a “very supportive board that always encourages me to attend (training) conferences and I appreciate the information that I bring back.”

An email sent to Akron Town Council Vice President Rich Solano from IIMC President Mary Ann Hess regarding Hartzler receiving the designation stated the following:

“IIMC grants the CMC designation only to municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements; and have a record of significant contributions to their local government, community and state.”

“The International Institute of Municipal Clerks, founded in 1947, has 14,000 members throughout the United States, Canada and 15 other countries, and the mission of this global non-profit corporation is to enhance the educational opportunities and professional development of its diverse membership.”

“In light of the speed and drastic nature of change these days, lifelong learning is not only desirable, it is necessary for all in local government to keep pace with the growing demands and changing needs of the citizens we serve. Your city can take immense pride in Rebecca’s educational accomplishments and achievement of this milestone.”

“On behalf of the IIMC Board of Directors, I am honored to endorse the conferring of CMC to Rebecca Hartzler, CMC of Town of Akron. We share your pride in this achievement and we applaud your support of the role Rebecca plays in your city.”