SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. — South Hutchinson City Clerk Denise McCue officially announced at Monday’s council meeting that she will conclude her 20 year career with the city and retire on Oct. 7. McCue’s career in the public sector spanned more than 25 years and she previously served as the city clerk in Nickerson.
City Administrator Joe Turner says McCue played a pivotal role in her position as the city clerk when South Hutchinson operated without a city administrator for the majority of her tenure, and she was tasked with overseeing many of the day-to-day internal operations of the organization.
“Her contributions cannot be overstated, nor will she be easily replaced,” Mayor Matt Nisly said. “She is a genuine and kind person who will truly be missed.”
McCue exemplifies the heart of the public servant and demonstrates a commitment to public service. In October of 2020, she resigned her position to pursue another opportunity as the city went through some tumultuous times. As the city struggled through this transition period, it requested her help and assistance. She graciously provided her expertise after-hours in addition to fulfilling the responsibilities of her new position. She eventually returned to the city in her current role.
“Denise is an extremely competent and dedicated public servant who has provided a stabilizing presence for this organization,” City Administrator Joseph Turner said. “She is just an all-around class act who has always put the city and others before herself.”
The release went on to say that the South Hutchinson City Council and fellow coworkers congratulate McCue on a well-deserved retirement and wish her nothing but happiness and good health as she embarks on this next chapter of her life.
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