Summary
Town Clerk Sally Kellar is resigning by month's end. The deputy is expected to decline automatic succession, so the Council will appoint a clerk to serve until March 2027; an attempt to allow earlier public election appears unlikely under state law.
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
This is mostly a staffing fill, so don’t expect a big budget shock—the clerk’s salary and office costs were already part of the town budget.
Residents who want an experienced clerk running elections and vital records.
No groups negatively affected.
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Former Town Councilor Bill Carter is Bedford's new town clerk
Former Town Councilor Bill Carter is Bedford's new town clerk New Hampshire Union Leader
Town Council - Apr 8, 2026
Town Clerk Sally Kellar is resigning by month's end. The deputy is expected to decline automatic succession, so the Council will appoint a clerk to serve until March 2027; an attempt to allow earlier public election appears unlikely under state law.
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