MISENHEIMER — Anita Blair, long-time administrator and clerk for the Village of Misenheimer, has announced her retirement effective Aug. 1. The Village Council, in partnership with Centralina Regional Council, has initiated a search for her replacement, with applications accepted through May 15.
Blair joined the village as administrator/dlerk in March 2016. In January 2025, the village amended its charter to adopt the council-manager form of government, at which time she was appointed village manager.
In her role, Blair serves as the chief administrator of the village. She is responsible for implementing the policies and directives of the Misenheimer Village Council, managing finances and overseeing day-to-day operations. In addition, she is responsible for managerial, administrative and supervisory duties of all departments, as dictated by North Carolina General Statutes. She has guided the village through multiple budget processes, growth and infrastructure discussions, community enhancement initiatives, a National Register of Historic Places designation and more.
Blair did not begin her career in public administration; she previously worked as an accountant before joining the village. From the start, Blair committed to expanding her knowledge of municipal operations, steadily refining skills that enabled her to take on greater leadership responsibilities over time.
Mayor Michael “Frizbee” Herron praised Blair’s leadership and long-standing commitment to the village.
“The village is grateful to Manager Blair for her years of service and dedication,” Herron said. “She cares deeply for the community and brings a level of professionalism and know-how that has improved our quality of life. We wish her the best on her well-earned retirement.”
Last week, the village began advertising the role to appoint a replacement early this summer, allowing adequate time for training and transition work.
According to the position description, “A successful candidate must exhibit a wide range of experience across core functions needed to keep a municipality running smoothly, including public administration and operations, financial management, personnel management, community engagement, intergovernmental relations, emergency services, and infrastructure and public services oversight. Under the direction of the mayor and Village Council, the village manager/clerk implements policies and enforces all municipal laws and regulations for the benefit of the community.”
Herron added, “It’s an important role.“We want to find the right fit for our community. Above all, we need a leader who aligns with our mission, vision and values, and demonstrates a strong interest in serving our people.”
Anyone interested in learning more about the position and application process should go to https://ift.tt/jEQzGOI.
