Concord light board appoints audit-committee member and elects new chair and clerk

The Concord Municipal Light Plant board used part of its May 13 meeting to approve a recommendation and elect internal leadership.

Appointments and leadership: the board moved and approved a recommendation to appoint Chris Shafner to a full term on the audit committee. The board also voted to recommend John as chair and Chris as clerk; both elections were approved in the meeting. Chair Warren Leon said he will step down as chair but remain on the board pending the new chair taking effect after today’s meeting. Brian Fold was recognized for six years of service as he cycles off the board when his terms end, and the board welcomed new member Nicole Grazner, who gave brief remarks about her utilities-focused background.

Context and next steps: staff noted that selectmen or other appointing authorities may be involved in formalizing some appointments; the board thanked departing and incoming members and planned introductions for the incoming appointee who will replace Brian in June.

Closing: the board concluded these procedural matters before moving to the day’s operational and policy items.