Wayne Stein (OTC)
Fergus Falls, MN – Otter Tail County announces the retirement of the County Auditor-Treasurer after a long running, 42-year career dedicated to public service.
Wayne Stein, a lifelong resident of Fergus Falls, joined Otter Tail County’s Auditor’s Office in 1983, and in 1990, he ran for Auditor and remained in the elected role, running unopposed in every election before the position transitioned to an appointed position in 2022.
Reflecting on his career, Stein shared, “What did I like best about my job? The people. I got to know a lot of people through my work. I met folks from every city and township during elections, sometimes working with 600 election judges.” Stein added. “The accuracy of post-election results, including the 2018 Sheriff’s recount, speaks volumes about the dedication of those I worked with.”
Nicole Hansen, County Administrator, shared, “Wayne’s work ethic, expertise, and historical knowledge have long been pillars for Otter Tail County as an organization. His retirement is well-deserved, and he has positioned the county well as he embarks on his next chapter. Working alongside Wayne has been a privilege, and I will miss him dearly.”
County Commissioner Wayne Johnson added, “Mr. Stein has always exemplified professionalism, consistently addressing requests and questions with both timeliness and thoroughness. His contributions to Otter Tail County have been immeasurable, and his forthcoming well-deserved retirement marks the loss of an incredible amount of institutional expertise. He has a remarkable ability to patiently explain the historical context to citizens, commissioners, and staff, while always respecting the board’s decisions.”
As he steps into retirement, Stein looks forward to volunteering, spending time at the YMCA, and, most importantly, spending quality time with his grandchildren.
Stein’s contributions to Otter Tail County and his commitment to public service will be celebrated at a public retirement event on March 25th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls.
Story courtesy of Otter Tail County
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