E94 - The Dual Roles of a Town Manager and Clerk (with Austin Simko) | Ep. 94
Published: July 20, 2026
Duration: 19:58
Summary
In this conversation, Hugh Plappert speaks with Austin Simko, a deputy town manager and town clerk in Andover, Massachusetts. They discuss Austin's unconventional journey into local government, the dual roles he plays, the challenges and rewards of working in this field, and the importance of community engagement. Austin shares insights on budgeting, consensus building, and the impact of unfunded mandates on local governance. He emphasizes the variety of career opportunities in municipal government and encourages others to consider a career in this vital sector.
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