Previously, Furth was the director of Community Development for Clark County for four years after serving as the county’s Permit Center manager
VANCOUVER – Kathleen Otto, County Manager for Clark County has appointed April Furth as deputy county manager. Furth will begin on Monday, Feb. 23.
Furth recently served as administrator for the Department of Parks and Outdoors for the city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Previously, she was the director of Community Development for Clark County for four years after serving as the county’s Permit Center manager. She also has more than 17 years of experience in retail management.
“We are excited to have April back at Clark County as the deputy county manager,” said County Manager Kathleen Otto. “She has built partnerships with staff, external partners, and the residents; sharing a sincere commitment to exceptional customer service.”
“I am incredibly excited to be moving back to this community,” says Furth. “Clark County has a special place in my heart, and I am eager to begin contributing my time and energy to the place I call home. I look forward to reconnecting with neighbors and finding meaningful ways to contribute to the community and to our Clark County government.”
Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.
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