How are the Commissioners placed in the position?
The governor with the advice and consent of the Senate appoints two Commissioners from the Democrat Party and two from the Republican Party. Commissioners must be registered voters and residents of Clay County for one year preceding their appointments. RSMO 115.027
How long are the terms?
The Commissioners terms are four-year terms. RSMO 115.029
Who hires attorneys and staff?
The Commissioners hire one Democrat and one Republican attorney and one Democrat and one Republican director. The Directors hire the staff. There are 8 staff members, 4 from both major political parties. RSMO 115.045
Who are the Commissioners, when was this board appointed, what are their titles, and when do their terms expire?
The Commissioners are:
Chairman - Vacant
Jim Chappell - Secretary, Republican
Susan Jones - Member, Democrat
Angela Beshears - Member, Republican
Attorneys:
Jon Krebbs, Republican Attorney
Steven B. Salmon, Democrat Attorney
Directors:
Dave Reinhart, Republican Director, dave.reinhart@claycoelections.com
Patty Evans, Democrat Director, patty.evans@claycoelections.com
Staff:
Donna Brehm, Deputy Clerk
Tamy McQueen, Deputy Clerk
Myra Graham, Deputy Clerk
Tyhira Smith, Deputy Clerk
Patty Lamb, Deputy Clerk
Robin Myers, Deputy Clerk
Cynthia Sobbe, Deputy Clerk
Donna Stanley, Deputy Clerk
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