GLADEWATER CITY SECRETARY

Gladewater City Secretary - Melba Haralson MELBA HARALSON P.O. BOX 1725 519 E. BROADWAY GLADEWATER, TX 75647 PHONE: 903-845-2196 FAX: 903-845-6891

Job Summary - The City Secretary attends and records proceedings of official meetings of the City and is the manager and custodian of official records. The City Secretary conducts City elections, including early voting and is the City Treasurer, Finance Department Supervisor, Human Resources and Personnel Director. The City Secretary directs all information systems and data processing efforts and provides control and consistency to the procurement of all supplies, material and equipment.

Personal Profile - Melba Haralson was hired by the City of Gladewater in 1994 and appointed City Secretary in 1997 by the City Council. She is a graduate of the Texas Municipal Clerks Certification Program through the University of North Texas and has over 25 years of financial and accounting background. Melba is a member of the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce, the Lions Club and Gladewater Area Ladies Association and serves on numerous committees. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and singing in the church choir.