The Saratoga Sun -

After nearly four decades working for Carbon County, Treasurer Patty Bentsen is preparing to retire.

The announcement was tearfully delivered by Bentsen during the October 5 meeting of the Board of Carbon County Commissioners (BOCCC). While the commissioners ultimately accepted Bentsen’s resignation, effective December 3, it was not without statements from Bentsen’s fellow elected officials.

“On May 13, 1985 Mary Aydelotte gave me an opportunity to become a part of (the) Carbon County workforce. During the course of the years, it has both been an honor, at times, and a nightmare to se...