CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SHANNON DECKER AS COMMISIONER OF FINANCE

BUDGET, FINANCE & PERSONNEL RESOLUTION NO. 2026073 RE: CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SHANNON DECKER AS COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE Legislators VALDÉS SMITH, POLASEK, METZGER, ALEXANDER, CASWELL, DARROW, FAUST, GILES, HOUSE, MCHOUL, REDL, RHODES, ROLISON and TRESCA offer the following and move its adoption: WHEREAS, the County Executive has appointed Shannon Decker as Commissioner of Finance effective May 2, 2026, and pursuant to Article VI, Section 6.01 of the Dutchess Count Charter, the County Executive herein seeks confirmation of said appointment by this body, anc WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Human Resources has determined that Shannon Decker is qualified to perform the duties of the position of Commissioner of Finance, and WHEREAS, a copy of Shannon Decker's resume is annexed hereto, now therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Legislature of the County of Dutchess does hereby confirm the appointment of Shannon Decker to the position of Commissioner of Finance effective May 2, CA-059-26 CEB/rju 3-0145 4/16/2026 Fiscal Impact: See Attached. APPROVED Susan/ Sereno SUSAN J. SERINO COUNTY EXECUTIVE Dos May 19, 2026 STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF DUTCHESS ss: correct transcript of said original resolution and of the whole thereof. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto sct my hand and scal of said legislature this day of Man _ 2026. JULIE SEPOISIT, CLERK OF THE LEGISLATURE Roll Call Sheets District Present: Absent: Vacant: District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Last Name Valdés Smith YES District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn District 3 - LaGrange Polasek District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie Redi District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie : Amoff District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie Lawler District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie Shah District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley Darrow District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck Kearney District 13 - East Fishkill and Wappinger Giles District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby District 15 - Wappinger Faust District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill McHoul District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook Drago District 21 - East Fishkill Caswell District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale Tresca District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill District 24 - Dover and Pawling District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook Alexander 24 Resolution: _ Rolison House Total : Motion: 24 Yes Abstentions: _ NO Absent No 2026073 CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SHANNON DECKER AS COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE COORDINATION Initialing indicates information only: _ County Executive CB County Attorney (as to form) RYCB Human Resources _Budget SUE SERINO COUNTY EXECUTIVE 22 Market Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Phone: 845-486-2000 DUTCHEsS COUNTY GOVERNMENT April 20, 2026 Mr. Bradford Kendall Dutchess County Clerk 22 Market Street Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Dear County Clerk Kendall: I hereby appoint Shannon Decker as Commissioner of Finance, beginning on May 2, 2026. It is my intention that Ms. Decker serve as Acting Commissioner from May 2, 2026 until she is confirmed by the Legislature at the May 11, 2026 Legislative Board Meeting. Ms. Decker has served the Department of Finance for nearly 19 years, advancing through multiple roles and gaining broad operational expertise while supervising staff. She is well prepared for this leadership position, and | look forward to working with her in this capacity. Pursuant to the Dutchess County Charter, I am submitting a resolution for Ms. Decker's confirmation at the May 11, 2026 Board meeting of the Legislature. Sincerely, Sue Senno Sue Serino Dutchess County Executive Cc: Julie Shirioshi, Clerk of the Legislature Rachel Kashimer, Commissioner of Human Resources NO FISCAL IMPACT PROJECTED Total Current Year Cost $ 0 Total Current Year Revenue $_ and Source FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT APPROPRIATION RESOLUTIONS (To be completed by requesting department) Source of County Funds (check one): L Existing Appropriations, Contingency, LTransfer of Existing Appropriations, • Additional Appropriations, L Other (explain). Identify Line Items(s): Related Expenses: Amount $ Nature/Reason: Anticipated Savings to County: Net County Cost (this year): Over Five Years: Additional Comments/Explanation: The previous Commissioner was budgeted at a higher salary than the new appointment so there will be savings. Prepared by: Jessica White, Budget Office Prepared On:4/14/26 Dul.pdf SHANNON DECKER Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 ~ 845.705.6743 ~ [email protected] Demonstrated financial leader with an extensive knowledge of accounting and budgetary practices. Familiar with challenging financial environments and proficient at producing high-quality statements and reports within demanding timeframes while ensuring compliance with accounting and auditing standards. Experienced at managing critical deadlines and providing guidance in all areas of familiarity. CORE COMPETENCIES ~ Fund Accounting ~Audit Readiness/Compliance ~ Financial Statement Preparation/Analytical Review ~ ~ Budgeting ~ Internal Controls ~ Fiscal Closings ~ Electronic Banking Processes ~ Reconciliation Practices ~ ~ General Ledger Activities ~ Revenue/Expense Forecasts ~ Cash Flow Administration ~ Variance Analysis ~ EMPLOYMENT DUTCHESS COUNTY FINANCE DEPARTMENT, Poughkeepsie, NY Senior Research Analyst (June 2021-Present) Senior Accountant (July 2011 - June 2021) Accountant (July 2007 - July 2011) i; Evaluate existing accounting and auditing systems, methods and procedures and make recommendations of fiscal and organizational policies and restructuring, consolidation of functions and services. ; Review County's financial management system and lead in the continued evaluation of the system and enhancements. *; Interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations concerning fiscal procedures and reporting requirements for federal, state, and local programs. ; Lead and participate in the implementation of mandated changes in accounting procedures and coding, such as the implementation of GASB 96 - SBITA's, GASB 87 - Leases, GASB 75 - Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other Than Pensions, GASB 68 - Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions, GASB 54 - Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions, and GASB 51 - Accounting and Financial Reporting for Intangible Assets. * Provide guidance and assistance to departmental and non-departmental personnel regarding accounting and budgeting matters, operations, and special projects. * Oversee the daily operation of the accounting and cash management units within Finance, including the receipt and disbursement of funds, transfer of monies for various transactions, the maintenance of accounting books of record and automated accounting records, preparation of statements for management, and the preparation of financial accounting, cost and statistical statements, studies and reports. i; Close and adjust books, and prepare, review, and finalize the county Annual Financial Report for the NYS Comptroller's office, as well as the Dutchess County Annual Financial Statements in accordance with GASB 34. * Prepare the written response to the annual audit report or to audits by outside authorities. • Train, supervise and provide consultation on difficult assignments to Accountants and lower-level accounting staff. * Assisi outside auditors in their review of financial records. Respond to special oral and written requests for financial information. Assist in the preparation and review of revenue estimates for the County's annual budget preparation. * Supervise the central accounting of claims for state and federal reimbursement of programs. * Oversee Capital Fund accounting for over twenty capital projects, including tracking revenues, expenses, budgeting, state and federal revenue accruals and associated capital indebtedness (including County Airport and Mass Transit capital projects). " Reconcile fixed assets', which includes updating work-in-process schedules, entering new assets, booking depreciation, and completing the fixed asset roll-forward. ?, Prepare and/or review reconciliations of all County checking, money market, and certificate of deposit accounts. Perform the record keeping and required fiscal reporting for state and federally funded programs by interpreting guidelines and instructions and monitoring schedules and reports. SEDORE AND COMPANY, CPA's, Poughkeepsie, NY Senior Auditor (January 2006 - July 2007) *; Planned, performed, and managed non-profit and municipal engagements. * Prepared complex engagement workpapers. i, Provided oversight to staff auditors. * Communicated complex issues to Audit Managers and Partners. *, Prepared individual and non-profit tax returns. , Prepared audit client financial statements in accordance with GASB 34. ; Worked closely with, and maintained positive working relations with all audit clients and coworkers. SICKLER, TORCHIA, ALLEN & CHURCHILL, CPA's, Lake Katrine, NY Staff Auditor (August 2004 - January 2006) *; Assisted in municipal, non-profit, and financial institution engagements. •, Prepared financial statements for audit clients. •, Prepared payroll, individual, corporate and non-profit tax returns. i, Performed general accounting/compilation services for insurance agencies, manufacturing, retail, and wholesale operations, and professional firms. EDUCATION State University of New York at New Paltz - New Paltz, NY Bachelor of Science - Accounting SUNY Polytechnic Institute - Utica, NY Master of Science in Accountancy TECHNOLOGY FINANCIAL APPLICATIONS New World FMS/Quickbooks MICROSOFT APPLICATIONS Word/Excel ?" Budget, Finance, and Personnel Committee Roll Call District Name Yes No District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith* X District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins* X District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn* X District 3 - LaGrange Polasek* X District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger* X District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie Redl (VC) X District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie Lawler (C) X District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley Darrow X District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli X District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson ABSENT District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes X District 21 - East Fishkill Caswell X 11 Present: ____ 1 Absent: ____ Vacant: ____ Resolution: ____ Motion: ____ 11 Total : ______ ______ Yes No Abstentions: ______ 2026073 CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SHANNON DECKER AS COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE Roll Call Sheets District Last Name YES NO District 16 - Fishkill and Beacon Valdés Smith District 9 - City of Poughkeepsie Atkins District 20 - Red Hook, Tivoli, and Rhinebeck Munn District 3 - LaGrange Polasek District 12 - East Fishkill Metzger District 1 - Town of Poughkeepsie Redl District 2 - LaGrange, Pleasant Valley & Town of Poughkeepsie Arnoff District 4 - Hyde Park and Town of Poughkeepsie Lawler District 5 - Town of Poughkeepsie Shah District 6 - Town of Poughkeepsie Kaul District 7 - Hyde Park and Pleasant Valley Darrow District 8 - City and Town of Poughkeepsie Brendli District 10 - City of Poughkeepsie Johnson District 11 - Clinton, Pleasant Valley, and Rhinebeck Kearney District 13 - East Fishkill and Wappinger Giles District 14 - Wappinger and Town of Poughkeepsie Winsby District 15 - Wappinger Faust District 17 - Town and Village of Fishkill McHoul District 18 - City of Beacon and Fishkill Rhodes District 19 - North East, Stanford, Pine Plains, Milan & Red Hook Drago District 21 - East Fishkill Caswell District 22 - Beekman and Union Vale Tresca District 23 - Pawling, Beekman and East Fishkill Rolison District 24 - Dover and Pawling House District 25 - Amenia, Washington, Pleasant Valley & Millbrook Alexander X X X X X X X X X X X X ABSENT X X X X X X X X X X X X 24 Present: ____ 1 Absent: ____ Vacant: ____ Resolution: ____ Motion: ____ 24 Total : ______ ______ Yes No Abstentions: ____ 2026073 CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SHANNON DECKER AS COMMISSIONER OF FINANCE