Morristown’s new city clerk carries on a family tradition
New Morristown City Clerk Cassie Eldeen (right) sits with her grandmother, Virginia Schmidtke. Schmidtke once served as Morristown's City Clerk for 34 years. (Mike Mallow photo)
Cassie Eldeen had a busy first day in her new position as City Clerk and Treasurer for the City of Morristown. July 1 was also the same day of the City Council’s monthly meeting. This gave Eldeen a chance to be introduced to the greater community by Mayor Tony Lindahl.
“This is her first day, so don’t beat her up,” Mayor Lindahl joked with the crowd “Be nice to her.”
Eldeen is no stranger to the Morristown offices. Her grandmother, Virginia Schmidtke, held the same position for 34 years.
“When I was little, I would go to work with her and say that I was going to do her job when I grew up.” Eldeen said. “When I saw the most recent job posting, I knew I had to apply and thought that if it is meant to be, it will happen. How many people can say that they are working their childhood dream job, and that same job is what their Grandma did? My grandma is the most amazing woman, I have some big shoes to fill. I am so grateful for the opportunity.”
Originally from Waterville, Eldeen graduated from WEM High School. Eldeen has a background in...
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