Palm Beach County Municipal Clerks Association
On July 27 1989, the Palm Beach County Municipal Clerks Association held its first meeting (hosted by the Town of Lake Park) to elect officers of the association.
The Palm Beach County Municipal Clerks Association was incorporated on November 13, 1989 as a not-for-profit professional association, representing 38 cities, dedicated to the preservation, promotion, education and professional recognition of Municipal Clerks throughout Palm Beach County by:
- Providing a forum for discussion of mutual concerns.
- Developing, insofar as possible, uniform procedures and standards for municipal clerks throughout the County.
- Promoting Palm Beach County Municipal Clerks as professionals.
2024-2025 Officers
Lanelda Gaskins
President
Town of Highland Beach
561-278-4548
lgaskins@highlandbeach.us
Melissa Coyne
Vice President
City of Lake Worth Beach
561-586-1659
mcoyne@lakeworthbeachfl.gov
Shayla Ellis
Secretary
City of Lake Worth Beach
561-586-1663
sellis@lakeworthbeachfl.gov
Selene Tapia
Treasurer
City of Greenacres
561-642-2024
stapia@greenacresfl.gov
Kelly Avery
Past President
Town of Ocean Ridge
561-732-2635
kavery@oceanridgeflorida.com
PBCMCA Regular Meetings
*Note: All meetings are open to members and special guests of the hosting municipality only.
***All meetings begin at 11:45 a.m., unless announced otherwise. ***
| Date | Location/Host |
| February 27, 2025 | Towns of Gulfstream, Manalapan, and Ocean Ridge |
| April 24, 2025 | Village of Tequesta and Jupiter Inlet Colony |
| June 26, 2025 | City of Riveria Beach |
| July 24, 2025 (Election Workshop) | Village of Royal Palm Beach |
| August 28, 2025 | City of Westlake |
| October 23, 2025 | City of Lake Worth Beach |
| December 12, 2025 | City of Palm Beach Gardens |
Special Events
2025 Municipal Election Workshop (RSVP only)
July 24, 2025
10am to 2pm
Village of Royal Palm Beach
PBCMCA Committees
CLICK HERE for the committees.
PBCMCA Training Sessions
Job Opportunities
Post an advertisement for a Municipal positions by sending web link for the position to Erika Petersen, Town Clerk, Town of Manalapan at epetersen@manalapan.org.
To apply for one of the listed job openings, please contact the listing municipality directly. Jobs will be posted until filled.
Town of Palm Beach Shores
The Town of Palm Beach Shores is seeking a full time Town Clerk effective immediately. If you are interested or know someone who is qualified that might be interested, please have them contact Mayor Allan Fiers at 561-635-9914 for more information. Must have experience with elections.
Town of Jupiter Island (Martin County)
The Town of Jupiter Island is seeking an Assisstant Town Clerk. Click here for more information.
Documents
- Bylaws
- Membership Application
- Policies and Procedures Manual
- 2022 Election Manual
- Canvassing Board Membership & Activities
- Scholarship Application and Criteria
- How to Set Up a Campaign Treasurer's Reporting Calendar
- *PBCMCA Archived Documents*
For a copy of agendas, agenda packets, and/or minutes, please contact Renee Basel at rbasel@gulf-stream.org.