

There are as many as 30 openings, with 1,000 applications under review.

Workforce issues have also been a problem. Halbert blamed the muddle on a lack of funding. The accumulation of unmailed plates, tags, and handicap placards began in May. The resolution replaced a deferred no-confidence vote.ĭue to the morass, anger had been brewing on the commission – and throughout the county – for months. Last week, commissioners voted 7-2-4 to ask the State Comptroller’s Office to begin directing the mailing of backlogged car tags and license plates. The decision is a result of long lines following the recent delays. The message also said customers could purchase tags online, renew by mail, or visit the office when it reopens.

Halbert notified Shelby County commissioners by letter of plans to close the clerk’s office on Aug. In a press release, Halbert said it was “all hands on deck” to catch up on critically outstanding services, most urgently auto dealer packets. In a press release, Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert said it was “all hands on deck” to catch up on critically outstanding services, most urgently auto dealer packets.Įmbattled Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert announced closures for two separate weeks to catch up on the backlog of additional work the office is facing.
