Resource Training & Solutions is excited to welcome Lacey Smieja to our team as our new Financial Service and Technical Assistance Specialist! Lacey has formerly held roles as City Clerk/Treasurer of the City of Motley, MN and has worked as an auditor/quality control specialist in the private sector at a law firm out of California. She has a master degree in Public Administration from San Diego State University and also holds the designation of a Minnesota Certified Municipal Clerk.

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We asked Lacey why she is excited to become a part of our team, “I am very excited to be able to provide support to local government staff across the state. Local government administrative and financial staff really do a tremendous amount of work with few resources, and I am thrilled to be able to provide them with support that will make their jobs a little more manageable, whether that’s helping with an ongoing task such as payroll or bank reconciliations, or a one-time project.”

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Lacey has received training from the League of MN Cities, MCFOA and MNGFOA, and has built strong connections through all 3 organizations. “I have a solid background in navigating the resources those organizations provide, as well as a good understanding of state law that proscribes the duties and responsibilities of different positions within local government. I may not know all of the answers, but I am very good at efficiently and effectively figuring it out!” 

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In her spare time Lacey loves to travel, hike, and generally do anything that allows her to enjoy the outdoors. Welcome to the team Lacey! 

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For more information visit our Financial Services and Technical Assistance Program page.