Washtenaw County honors CFO Tina Gavalier as she retires after decades in county finance
May 07, 2026 | Washtenaw County, Michigan
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The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners on May 6 adopted a resolution honoring Tina Gavalier upon her retirement and thanking her for a long career in county service.
The resolution recounted Gavalier’s public‑service career beginning in April 1992, service in county finance for nearly 29 additional years, leadership on the county’s four‑year budget process, and contributions to maintaining Washtenaw County’s AAA bond rating. Gavalier spoke briefly at the meeting, thanked colleagues and family, and expressed appreciation for county staff.
The board’s comments and the resolution emphasized Gavalier’s role in fiscal stewardship, mentorship, and building financial systems for the county; commissioners publicly thanked her for accessibility and institutional knowledge as the county transitions to new finance leadership.
The resolution recounted Gavalier’s public‑service career beginning in April 1992, service in county finance for nearly 29 additional years, leadership on the county’s four‑year budget process, and contributions to maintaining Washtenaw County’s AAA bond rating. Gavalier spoke briefly at the meeting, thanked colleagues and family, and expressed appreciation for county staff.
The board’s comments and the resolution emphasized Gavalier’s role in fiscal stewardship, mentorship, and building financial systems for the county; commissioners publicly thanked her for accessibility and institutional knowledge as the county transitions to new finance leadership.
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