Kathy Cornwell has analyzed her last spreadsheet for the City of Arkansas City. The finance director retired Friday at a send-off with city officials and staff. Cornwell held that position for more than eight years. She described her job as interesting, exciting and frustrating. Two projects stand out as being particularly interesting and challenging among the complex issues she dealt with, she said. “Being part of the automated meter-reading project was very interesting, in how it intertwined with the utility billing system,” Cornwell said. “Of course, the hospital bond refinancing and dealing with bond rating agencies.” Former City Manager Nick Hernandez said Cornwell came in at a time when the city was struggling financially. He credited her effort and knowledge for helping the city get back on track.
Source: The Arkansas City Traveler
