September 14, 2026
The City of West Liberty is announcing that Shari Hoffert, City Clerk and Finance Officer, has submitted her resignation and will be leaving the City at the end of September.
Shari joined the City of West Liberty in 2017 as an Administrative Assistant serving both the West Liberty Police Department and City Administration. With her strong background in finance and organization, she quickly became a valuable member of the team, assisting with administrative audits, operational reviews, and a variety of city functions.
In 2021, Shari was promoted to Deputy City Clerk and began pursuing professional education and training through the Iowa Municipal Finance Officers Association (IMFOA) to become a certified municipal clerk and finance officer. After successfully completing her certification requirements, she was promoted to City Clerk and Finance Officer in 2023.
Over her nine years with the City, Shari played an important role in improving and strengthening City operations. Her accomplishments included helping implement administrative policies, coordinating city code codification efforts, advancing financial and administrative best practices, and mentoring fellow staff members. Her dedication and commitment have left a lasting impact on the organization and the community.
In her resignation letter, Shari shared that she is leaving local government to pursue a new career path. She also expressed her commitment to helping ensure a smooth transition and supporting City officials and staff during the coming weeks.
“Shari has been a dedicated public servant whose professionalism, knowledge, and commitment have made a positive difference for the City of West Liberty,” said City Manager Lee Geertz. “We are grateful for her years of service, leadership, and the many contributions she has made to our organization. On behalf of the Mayor, City Council, and City staff, we wish Shari all the best as she pursues her educational and career goals.”
The City of West Liberty sincerely thanks Shari for her years of service to our community and wishes her continued success in this next chapter!