The committee first addressed the reclassification of positions in the collector’s office, approving a new job description for the head clerk and senior clerk positions. This decision included a transfer request of $4,516.68 to fund the head clerk position for the remainder of fiscal year 2026. The reclassifications are part of an ongoing effort aligned with recommendations from the Collins Center study to enhance employee retention, fill vacancies, and ensure effective succession planning. The mayor’s letter emphasized these changes as important to supporting the needs of the collector’s department and advancing the city’s strategic workforce planning.

The meeting also saw the approval of an employment contract and job description for the city’s comptroller treasurer, Brian Denny. The proposal included a transfer request of $20,695 to fund the position for the remainder of fiscal year 2026. The mayor highlighted Denny’s return as a stabilizing force, noting his past contributions to maintaining Marlborough’s AAA bond rating and managing the city’s financial operations. The committee expressed confidence in Denny’s expertise, acknowledging his role in long-term financial planning and oversight of multiple city departments during transitional periods.

Throughout the discussions, there was a focus on ensuring that decisions were made based on merit rather than solely relying on external surveys like the Collins report. The committee underscored the importance of these roles in maintaining the city’s financial health and planning for future leadership transitions.