Valley Township Officer Honored with Prestigious Award

Carol Umsted recognized for 47 years of service as Clerk-Treasurer

Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:29pm

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The Barnes County Township Officers Association (BCTOA) has awarded Carol Umsted of Valley Township the prestigious North Dakota Township Officers Association (NDTOA) Grassroots Government Leadership Award. Umsted has served as the Clerk-Treasurer for Valley Township for 47 years, starting in 1978 when the township was first organized.

Why it matters

The NDTOA Grassroots leadership award recognizes outstanding dedication and community service at the local government level. Umsted's decades of service and commitment to improving her community through township leadership and projects make her a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.

The details

Carol Umsted was nominated by the BCTOA Board of Directors in recognition of her unwavering dedication to leadership and education. She was selected from a competitive pool of nominees from around the state. During her 47 years of service, Umsted has worked with township supervisors to develop and carry out improvement and safety projects for the well-being of Valley Township residents. She is described as a servant leader, committed to lifelong learning and guided by a strong work ethic.

  • Carol Umsted began her service as Clerk-Treasurer for Valley Township in 1978.
  • The award ceremony took place on Thursday, March 26th, 2026 at the Valley City Eagles Club.

The players

Carol Umsted

A 47-year veteran Clerk-Treasurer for Valley Township in Barnes County, North Dakota, recognized for her outstanding leadership and community service.

Barnes County Township Officers Association (BCTOA)

The local association that nominated Carol Umsted for the prestigious NDTOA Grassroots Government Leadership Award.

North Dakota Township Officers Association (NDTOA)

The state-level association that presents the annual Grassroots Government Leadership Award to recognize exceptional township leaders.

Bruce Anderson

The Chair of the BCTOA who stated it was an honor to recognize Carol Umsted for her commitment to local government.

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What they’re saying

“It is an honor and privilege to recognize Carol for her commitment to local government.”

— Bruce Anderson, Chair, Barnes County Township Officers Association

The takeaway

Carol Umsted's decades of dedicated service as a township leader in Valley City, North Dakota, exemplify the important role that grassroots local government officials play in building and sustaining vibrant communities. Her recognition with the NDTOA Grassroots Government Leadership Award highlights the vital contributions of township-level public servants.