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Albert Lea City Clerk Daphney Maras has earned the designation of master municipal clerk (MMC), which is awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) Inc.

IIMC grants the MMC designation only to municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements and have a record of significant contributions to their local government, community and state.

The International Institute of Municipal Clerks, founded in 1947, has 14,000 members throughout the United States, Canada and 15 other countries, and the mission of this global nonprofit corporation is to enhance the educational opportunities and professional development of its diverse membership.

“In light of the speed and drastic nature of change these days, lifelong learning is not only desirable, it is necessary for all in local government to keep pace with the growing demands and changing needs of the citizens we serve,” said Lisa Garcia, IIMC president. “Your city can take immense pride in Daphney’s educational accomplishments and achievement of this milestone.”

She said she was honored to endorse the conferring of the designation.