MAYOR
Jack Gilfoy, JR.
Get to know Mayor Gilfoy
Mayor Jack Gilfoy and his family hail from Clinton, where they've been rooted for generations. A proud graduate of Clinton High School and a Vietnam War Veteran, Jack also oversees the family-owned business, Model Cleaners, a cherished establishment dating back to the 1920s. Elected mayor in November 2011, Jack brings a wealth of experience in community service, development, and economics to the office. His tenure includes extensive collaboration with city and county officials, boards, and commissions, all aimed at fostering the growth and prosperity of the community.
Residents, business owners, students, and visitors are encouraged to contact the mayor to offer suggestions or to note items that need attention.
In general, the mayor is responsible for the overall operation of city government, much like a business owner or manager is responsible for the overall operation of a business. Duties of the mayor as outlined in Indiana Code 36-4-5-3 include:
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Enforcing the ordinances of the city and statutes of the state;
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Providing a statement of the finances and general condition of the city to the common council at least once a year;
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Providing any information regarding city affairs that the common council requests;
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Recommending, in writing, to the common council actions that he or she considers proper;
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Calling special meetings of the common council when necessary;
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Supervising subordinate officers;
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Ensuring efficient running of the city;
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Filling vacancies in city offices when required
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Signing all bonds, deeds, and contracts of the city and all licenses issued by the city; and
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Approving or vetoing ordinances, orders, and resolutions of the legislative body.
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calling special meetings of the common council when necessary;
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supervising subordinate officers;
Various other sections of state law provide these additional duties:
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appoint the heads of executive departments, employees of the departments, and many, if not most, board and commission members;
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suspend or remove officers or employees appointed by the mayor;
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fix the salaries of all appointed officials and employees, except police and fire fighters, and appointees of the clerk-treasurer, subject to reduction by common council;
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conduct monthly meetings of department heads, adopt rules and regulations for individual departments, and arranged for unannounced audits of the accounts of each department;
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prepare the city budget for council review;
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in third class cities, serve as presiding officer of the council and vote only in order to break the tie; and
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solemnize marriages. In Greencastle, the mayor has traditionally served on the Board of Public Works and Safety. The mayor also serves on the Plan Commission. The mayor is often asked to serve on other boards and committees in the community to represent the city’s intrest..
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ensuring efficient running of the city;
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filling vacancies in city offices when required;
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signing all bonds, deeds, and contracts of the city and all licenses issued by the city;
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approving or vetoing ordinances, orders, and resolutions of the legislative body.
List of Mayors of Clinon
Mayor's Name | Political Party | Start Date | End Date | Terms | Notes |
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Jack Gilfoy | Democratic | 2012 | Present | 4 | |
Arthur Lindsey Jr. | Democratic | 2008 | 2011 | 1 | |
Jerry Hawkins | Democratic | 2008 | 2008 | resign office | |
Ron Shepard | Democratic | 2000 | 2007 | 2 | |
Ramon J, Colombo | Democratic | 1988 | 1999 | 3 | |
Don Natalie | Democratic | 1984 | 1987 | 1 | |
Arthur Lindsey Jr. | Democratic | 1980 | 1983 | 1 | |
Hugh L. McGill Jr | Republican | 1968 | 1979 | 3 | |
John Goldner | Democratic | 1956 | 1967 | 3 | |
Clarence “Tubby” Wright | Republican | 1943 | 1955 | 3 | elected for years 1943 thru 1946 the state legislature again extended the term of office 1 additional year thru 1947. He was re-elected for years 1948 thru 1951. He was re-elected again for a record 3rd term 1952 thru 1955 – total 13 years. |
Dr. C.M. Zink | Democratic | 1935 | 1942 | 2 | |
Henry Owens | Republican | 1930 | 1934 | 1 | Owens elected for years 1930 thru 1933. The state legislature extended term 1 year. 1933 thru 1934. 5 years served. |
John Paine | Democratic | 1924 | 1929 | 1 | elected mayor by council April 29, 1924 thru 1925 and then elected for years 1926 thru 1929. |
M.J. Tucker | Democratic | 1922 | 1925 | 1 | again elected for 1922 thru 1925. He died while in office Feb. 9, 1924. L.T. Shannon, councilman, and Sam Kaneznovich both served as mayor pro term until a permanent mayor could be selected. |
C.E. Loury | Republican | 1918 | 1921 | 1 | again elected for years 1918 thru 1921 |
M.J. Tucker | Democratic | 1911 | 1917 | 2 | elected by council Nov. 21, 1911 serving thru 1913. He was then elected Nov. 6, 1913 and served 1914 thru 1917. |
M.M. Scott | Democratic | 1911 | 1911 | elected by council Oct. 16, 1911 served to Nov. 21, 1911. | |
H.M. Ferguson | Democratic | 1909 | 1911 | 1 | Jan. 1, 1909 resigned Oct. 16, 1911 |
Wm. G. Merrill | Republican | 1893 | 1896 | 1 | May 1893 – May 1896 |
N.C. Anderson | Republican | 1896 | 1898 | 1 | May 1896 – Sept. 1898 |
Dr. C.M. White | Republican | 1898 | 1902 | 1 | May 1898 – June 16, 1902 |
D.C. Johnson | Republican | 1902 | 1906 | 1 | June 16, 1902 – May 1906 |
C.E. Loury | Republican | 1906 | 1909 | 1 |