The County Auditor's Association of Ohio (CAAO) pairs new County Auditors with experienced Auditors in their area to share information and ideas. A big thank you to Stark County Auditor and President of the CAAO Alan Harold for his hospitality at his office in Canton! Alan is my mentor for the transition and will be an invaluable resource to our office in the coming years.

Continuing our David's Desk Series- I get asked quite a bit when is my first day in office? Well, Monday March 11th is the official 1st day that County Auditors across Ohio take office. Listen in to see how I am preparing to hit the ground running on Day 1!

You are cordially invited to join Ashtabula County Auditor-Elect David Thomas in his Oath of Office Ceremony Monday, March 4th at 5pm at the Commissioners' Meeting Room in the Old Courthouse in Jefferson! County Commissioner Casey Kozlowski will serve as emcee of the evening joined by Judge Harold Specht who will give the invocation and Judge David Schroeder performing the Oath of Office. Holding the bible will be David's Grandmother, retired Trumbull County Recorder Diana

Here is the first of many informal updates keeping you in the know! Many people ask, how can we stay up to date? If you have questions, concerns, or ideas never hesitate to reach out. Prior to my taking office March 11th, here are some great options: Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/friendsofdavidthomas/ E-newsletter: https://us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=e792971d3eae9e171979eeb79&id=48f7fe6238 Twitter: @david_j_thomas Instagram: david_fthomas Website: www.davidthomasforasht