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Clay Township Treasurer Jerry Galka has resigned from his position less than a year into his term.
Galka cited health, family obligations, and significant stress as reasons for his departure.
The township board will hold a special meeting to accept the resignation and appoint a successor.
Clay Township Treasurer Jerry Galka has resigned, ending a turbulent year marked by financial disarray, public disputes, and growing tension on the board.
Galka cited health and family obligations as reasons for stepping down in a letter attached to the township board's Oct. 3 meeting agenda. He also cited "significant stress that has unfortunately been exacerbated by the actions of a few township employees, a handful of residents, and some non-residents."
The letter said his res