April 9, 2026

“1. C0102-26 Order/s/ Councilor Stephanie V. Smith, as President An order to appoint an Assistant City Clerk in accordance with Charter Section 2-8(a) of the City of Everett Charter, after the Legislative Affairs Committee interviewed candidates and recommended candidates to be referred out of committee for appointment by the City Council. Council President Smith provided background on the appointment process for transparency. She explained that approximately 23 resumes were sent to the city Clerk's office, which is not governed by the HR department as it falls under the legislative branch of government. The city clerk, Council President Smith, and Clerk of Committees John Burley reviewed all resumes. The Legislative Affairs Committee then interviewed seven candidates based on qualifications, and two candidates emerged with overwhelming support from the committee. Caryn Antonelli, Assistant City Clerk Candidate, addressed the council. She thanked City Clerk Cornelio and the council members for the opportunity. She stated she was born and raised in Everett, is a product of Everett Public Schools, has family in the city, and is a property owner and taxpayer. She earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Suffolk University and began her career in banking, developing skills in record keeping, accuracy, professionalism, and customer service. She joined the City of Everett in 2010 in community development, was asked to join the mayor's office in 2012, and later worked in human services at the Connolly Center. In 2020, she transitioned to the city clerk's office as assistant registrar of voters, gaining extensive knowledge of city policies, procedures, and election operations. She stated she brings over 15 years of municipal experience, including work in constituent services, human services, and elections. She is experienced with payroll, accounts payable, FOIA requests, posting agendas, and issuing licenses. She is a notary public and a commissioner qualified through the state to administer oaths. Over the past six years in the election department, she has taken on a leadership role, ensuring compliance with voter registration laws, supporting census efforts, and maintaining election integrity and accuracy. She emphasized her commitment to transparency and keeping the council and residents informed. She respectfully asked for the council's vote. Michael Mangan, Assistant City Clerk Candidate, addressed the council. He stated he lives at 104 Walnut Street and has worked for many council members for the past eight years as legislative aide. He has three children who were born, raised, and attended Everett Public Schools, and his wife is also a product of Everett Public Schools. He described working for the council as an honor and privilege. He noted he has gained experience working alongside the city clerk, clerk of committees John Burley, and Dave Flood over the past few years. He stated that in the absence of the clerk, the assistant city clerk takes those responsibilities, and he has stepped in to clerk meetings and do minutes when City Clerk Cornelio or Mr. Burley were unavailable. When former assistant city clerk Mr. Napolitano was out for a few months last year, Mr. Mangan helped process business licenses. He also has experience posting public hearings, such as those for National Grid. He stated he has management experience and gets along well with people. He emphasized his commitment to the job, noting it is not just 9 to 5 but includes weekends and nights. He humbly asked for the council's vote. Councilors debated the issue at hand some would have liked HR to be involved though that is not the process in the Charter or Council Rules. Councilor Marchese nominated Michael Mangan for the position, citing his comfort zone with Mr. Mangan and noting the work always gets done when he calls. Councilor Vivian Nguyen seconded the nomination. Councilor Pietrantonio nominated Caryn Antonelli. Councilor Rogers seconded. Councilor Jabouin also nominated Miss Caryn Antonelli (noted she was already nominated). Councilor DiPierro moved to close nominations, seconded by Councilor Garcia. Roll call vote on appointment: Councilor Alcy Jabouin: Caryn Antonelli Councilor Capone: Michael Mangan Councilor DiPierro: Michael Mangan Councilor Garcia: Michael Mangan Councilor Marchese: Michael Mangan Councilor Matewsky: Mike Mangan Councilor Nguyen: Michael Mangan Councilor Pietrantonio: Caryn Antonelli Councilor Rogers: Michael Mangan Council President Smith: Caryn Antonelli City Clerk Cornelio announced the result: 7 votes for Mr. Mangan, 3 votes for Miss Antonelli. MOTION: Favorable Action MOVER: Michael Marchese SECONDER: Vivian Nguyen RESULT: Passed [0 TO 0] AYES: NAYS: AWAY:.” (Motion: Michael Marchese, second: Vivian Nguyen)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)