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The Clerk that is more than just paperwork

For 3 years, I have been working steadfastly to modernize the legal department.

The Title Bureau can now register watercraft that you used to have to go to Pymatuning or Geneva State Park to register.

I now have credit card acceptance in all three offices and we will be upgrading all of our computers shortly.

The Clerk of Courts handles far more than just Criminals, Divorces and Foreclosures.

As the Clerk, I have had to employ a wide variety of skills and knowledge to successfully get the job done right.

LIST OF ISSUES

Technology

For six years prior to taking office, April watched as the Clerk's office fell behind while the technological advancements were passing by. She was certain that opportunities were possible and being neglected. It turned out that her predictions were accurate. Upsettingly, the office was already significantly behind the times. A couple years into her term, she and many of her constituents, fought to get the laws changed. Fortunately, April had been working hard preparing to institute the necessary upgrades to not only become compliant, but to head off the eminent challenges. With the support of her Judges, Court IT, and County Commissioners, she was able to spearhead a plan to bring Ashtabula County into forefront of an unprecedented technological facelift.

Her efforts have paved the way for new procedures and the revolutionary upgrade of her case management system that operates her Legal Division that is innovating the public's access to records, expanding new protections for victims through better redaction software, supplying cost savings to the county, and providing consistency to record keeping and data entry.

LEADERSHIP

Spearheaded Courthouse Wide Technology Upgrade
Implemented E-Filing in the Title Department
Started Water Craft Registrations, Passport Photos, Credit Card Processing to Improve Customer Service
Increased Access to Justice with Help Stations for People without Attorneys
Honored Labor Rights by Negotiating Several Successful Union Agreements
Proven Leadership Skills by Directing Office Staff to Greater Productivity

Collective Bargaining Unit

April's will is to honor the Collective Bargaining contract to keep the union members satisfied and motivated to produce quality work for the good of Ashtabula County.

Clerk Daniels values the satisfaction and well-being of her staff. She strives to maintain a balance between compliance with a wage scale ordinance, competitive salaries and job security, while also providing opportunities for progress, raises, and promotions. She believes in creative solutions to protect county employees' job security and ensure they receive fair compensation for their hard work. With a focus on employee satisfaction, April aims to create a positive and productive work environment for all.

Automobile & Watercraft Titles

Registrations are required for every recreational boat in Ohio, including powerboats, sailboats, canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and inflatable boats. Clerk Daniels has adopted the ability to register all watercraft, including smaller boats, in the same building to make it more convenient for customers to get these registered.

Certified Mail & Electronic Notifications

April is in the process of upgrading to digital, paperless, communication to eliminate antiquated paper pushing procedures. The people of Ashtabula County, whether they are Attorneys, Litigants, or Judges, deserve to have the most modern, efficient ways of interacting with the courts.

Experience

CURRENT ASHTABULA COUNTY CLERK of COURTS
25+ YEARS EXECUTIVE LEVEL MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
25+ YEARS BUDGET, CONTRACT, GRANT, PURCHASING, and ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE
25+ YEARS HUMAN RESOURCES EXPERIENCE INCLUDING SEVERAL SUCCESSFUL COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATIONS
25+ YEARS IMPROVING CUSTOMER SERVICE and SERVING the PUBLIC
15+ YEARS EXPERIENCE WITH TITLES AS A NOTARY PUBLIC
DEGREES in ACCOUNTING, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, & DIGITAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
FOUNDED A LOCAL CHARITY, SMALL BUSINESS OWNER, AND KENT STATE ALUMNI
PURSUING A LAW DEGREE TO FURTHER SERVE ASHTABULA COUNTY
DEDICATED YEARS OF SERVICE BY VOLUNTEERING AT SENIOR CENTERS, CHURCHES, & FUNCTIONS THROUGH OUT ASHTABULA COUNTY
ENDORSED BY THE ASHTABULA COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY, ASHTABULA COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN, & ASHTABULA COUNTY YOUNG REPUBLICANS

Ashtabula County Committees:

Investment Committee Member

Records Commission Member

Corrections Committee Member

Databoard Member

Passport Assistance

The Title Bureau is an authorized US Department of State (DOS) Passport Acceptance Agency. April has systematically transformed her office into a One-Stop Passport Facility by offering additional services such as Passport Photos and credit card processing.

Archives & Ancestry

April's Archives & Ancestry Department is your go-to source for historical immigration and naturalization records. Our unique database allows to search for your and discover their journey to the States. With our user-friendly platform you can easily access and explore a wealth of information about your family's history.

Court Record Search

For the first time in Ashtabula County history, the Clerk of Courts has its own website for more effective accesses to the services of the office. One paramount service is searching court records. April believes that the public has a right to find and view records quickly and efficiently. Consequently, she has made strides in making them more readily available to the community. She has purchased three dedicated stations designed to provide easy and convenient access to the information customers need. She is constantly upgrading services to eventually allow patrons the ability to view the actual imaged documents.

Ohio Clerk of Courts Association Committees:

Audit Committee

Bylaws and Constitution Committee

Education Committee

Executive Committee

Attends Legislative Committee meetings

District 8 Chair for the past 2 years