Robert Whritenour has served as interim town administrator in Oak Bluffs since September. Yesterday, town selectmen appointed him permanently to the position, according to an article in the Vineyard Gazette.

“Mr. Whritenour earned glowing praise from the selectmen, who voted unanimously to appoint him. After the vote, the selectmen and an audience of about 10 people applauded,” said the Gazette.

Whritenour was chosen from a pool of 31 applicants largely due to his financial experience.

The Gazette reported that, “Mr. Whritenour praised the selectmen and said town residents have much to be proud of.”