Melanie Romero, the village clerk of Corrales, has earned the designation of certified municipal clerk, awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.
The title is awarded to municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements and have significantly contributed to their local government and community.
The International Institute of Municipal Clerks, established in 1947, is a nonprofit organization with over 14,000 members worldwide. In New Mexico, there are 56 certified municipal clerks.
“Getting the training required to receive the certification has helped me learn how to better serve the residents of the village and has given me access to colleagues around the state who are able to assist when I have questions about how to accomplish a goal set out by the administration or the council,†Romero said. “I look forward to serving the village for many years to come.â€