Provided you keep good checks-and-balances in mind, I don't see any reason why you can't have someoen helping your treasurer. Think of it this way, does Microsoft have only one person handling its funds? No. Do we suspect they have good controls? Of course!
I'd continue to advocate for your group with the county. Sounds like nonsense to me. You can also do what tens of thousands of other groups do, which is become/remain independent. If you're doing great work now I'm sure you can continue to do it as an independent group.
Tim
- Rockne
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Don't amend bylaws. Just like other positions have persons that help but aren't official,(like a VP's best friend is always helping her with projects, etc) have the treasurer pick someone to help her. The treasurer isn't relinquishing any duties or responsibilities( the aide can't sign checks) but she could make deposits, handle some paperwork,and create reports. These changes won't involve your county.
- Parttimeparli
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