During their meeting, the Jefferson County commissioners confirmed the resignation of Children and Youth Services Director Kerith Strano Taylor and mentioned an ongoing state inquiry into the department.
In today’s Punxsutawney Spirit, Commissioner Scott North stated that inquiries are ongoing regarding personnel matters, with no conclusions yet. An interim director, Melissa George, is in place, and operations at CYS continue as usual.
The position of director will be open to applicants.
