As Mayor
Jan Liggett has amassed a notable record of achievements during her time representing our community for eight years as Councillor, Ward 4 and for four years as Mayor of Cambridge.
“When I hear people say ‘It’s an honour to serve’ … in whatever capacity they’re expressing, it can sound like a cliché. My lived experience serving the community I love is the opposite of a cliché and has only reinforced just how fulfilling it is to act on behalf of others as an elected official and to be able to implement positive change for the benefit of everyone.
I strive for the best solutions to any challenge by engaging staff, having a doors-open policy for fellow members of council, and especially by including the public in dialogue, collaboration, and consensus. Every decision involving taxes collected from ratepayers – whether retired, just starting out, raising a family, running a business – must be made with careful deliberation. For me, it’s more than just a slogan, it’s a standard I hold myself to each and every budget cycle.
There is an implicit contract between our ratepayers and City Hall, and I accept the full weight of the seriousness of this obligation. Much was accomplished this past term when I led open, honest, candid, and robust debate at the council table.
I ask for your vote to re-elect me as Mayor for the next four years so that I can build on the accomplishments that together we’ve made here in Cambridge.
As Mayor, I will continue to LEAD.”
This is a sampling of the roles and responsibilities I have carried out as Mayor of Cambridge:
As CEO of the municipality, my responsibility is to:
- uphold and promote the purposes of the municipality;
- promote public involvement in the municipality’s activities;
- act as the representative of the municipality both within and outside the municipality, and promote the municipality locally, nationally and internationally; and
- participate in and foster activities that enhance the economic, social and environmental well-being of the municipality and its residents.
As Head of Council, I provide leadership and preside over Council meetings so its business can be carried out efficiently and effectively:
- to provide information and recommendations to the council with respect to the role of council;
- to ensure that both administrative policies, practices and procedures, and controllership policies, practices and procedures are in place to implement the decisions of council;
- to ensure the accountability and transparency of the operations of the municipality, including the activities of the senior management of the municipality.
As well as:
- Spokesperson for the City of Cambridge
- City’s representative with officials from foreign and other levels of governments
- Attract and encourage business investments
- Corporate Leadership Team (CLT)
- Public Relations
- Budget Process Oversight
- Oversee and ensure Cambridge is a peaceful and orderly community
- Encourage open debate, discourage rubber stamped approvals
- Liaise with law enforcement and emergency services
- Ex-officio on Advisory Committees legislated by Council
Other Committees – These committees are established by recommendation of Council or City Staff to carry out specific functions. They often work with other stakeholders, staff groups or committees. The City's Advisory Committees and Boards are required to follow Procedure By-law 23-035.
View the City’s boards and committees →
As Mayor, I work closely with staff on the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Committee.
Learn how HAF is helping build more homes faster in Cambridge (CMHC) →
Councillor, Region of Waterloo
- Administration and Finance Committee
- Community and Health Services Committee
- Sustainability, Infrastructure and Development Committee
- Jack Young Awards Committee
Member, Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) Caucus
- Tariff Subcommittee
Plus
- Ontario Auto Mayors Caucus
- GrandBridge Energy Corporation (Board of Directors, representing majority shareholders)
From Vision to Implementation
Community Wellbeing
Community wellbeing touches every citizen of Cambridge.
As Cambridge’s Mayor, I consistently voice our needs for services for addiction, mental health, and homelessness with all related sectors and agencies, at the local, provincial, and federal levels of government. In 2022, I emphasized that I would confront head on the crisis in our commercial areas, neighbourhoods, and public spaces. And I did, I tackled that crisis on taking office, and am continuing to do so. Cambridge cannot fund treatment and housing, which are outside our jurisdiction. That is why I have consistently spoken up for four years at Regional Council and at Queen’s Park to make sure our share of funding actually lands here. This work is far from finished, and remains a top priority.
Solve the Crisis – Part II
August 16, 2026
Ontario's Big City Mayors caucus votes to launch “Solve the Crisis – Reaction to Recovery,” building on Mayor Liggett's push for province-wide recovery-based care ahead of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference this week.
Ontario's Big City Mayors (OBCM) announced today formal support of the “Solve the Crisis – Reaction to Recovery” campaign, a renewed push urging the Province of Ontario to overhaul how it funds and delivers addictions, mental health, and homelessness services. The motion, seconded by Mayor Jan Liggett, calls on the province to declare a state of emergency on the crisis, significantly scale up investment in recovery-based treatment, and establish a stand-alone Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.
Mayor Liggett has been one of the caucus's most vocal advocates for the campaign, drawing a direct line between what she has heard from Cambridge residents, frontline workers, and service providers and the province-wide data OBCM compiled to build the case for action, including that an estimated 84,973 people experienced homelessness in Ontario in 2025, a 7.8% increase over 2024, and that more than 36,000 Ontarians currently sit on mental health and addictions supportive housing waitlists.
Cambridge has been raising these same concerns directly with the province. The City's upcoming delegation at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, running August 17-19 in Ottawa, Ontario, will press many of the same points: acknowledging the progress made through Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hubs and the Homelessness Prevention Program, while pushing the province to close persistent gaps in access, funding, and system coordination particularly immediate access to detox and recovery services, as well as expanded transitional care.
Read the full release on cambridge.ca →
Solve the Crisis – Part I
Read about the original Solve the Crisis campaign launch (OBCM) →
See Me, Hear Me – The Unheard Voices
September 2025
Mayor Jan Liggett creates conversations and connections around Mental Health and Addictions
On Friday, October 24, Mayor Jan Liggett will welcome experts, panelists, and families affected by mental health and addictions to learn, share and heal from their experiences at a collaborative community event. ‘See Me, Hear Me – The Unheard Voices’ will take place at the Hespeler Arena from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will feature multiple speakers, interactive question and answer sessions, and a panel discussion bringing together experts and individuals with lived experience in each topic. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to provide feedback, which will be provided to Provincial and Federal partners.
“We have developed an exciting new roster of speakers for this event which will highlight and elevate the voices and concerns of those impacted by mental health and addictions. This event also represents an opportunity to coordinate ideas for improved supports from other levels of government,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “These conversations are too important to be overshadowed or ignored and I look forward to welcoming our community members, local leaders, and those who are travelling from quite a distance for this special event, to have an honest conversation on how we can better support families, communities, and those struggling with mental health and addiction issues.”
Watch: WRPS South Division’s Crime Suppression Analysis Response (CSAR) team in action →
Prosperity
Prosperity is the foundation on which our future depends.
As your Mayor, I am totally focused on creating those conditions needed to sustain innovation and growth, and resolved to continue this momentum for our community. It is a priority to see that Cambridge flourishes and excels, even more so in the face of global challenges.
As Mayor, I have met on multiple occasions with the Hungarian Consul General, the France Canada Chamber of Commerce, the Portuguese Consul General, the former German Ambassador and his successor, the Mayor of the Azores’ Santa Maria, Portugal, the Japanese Consul General, and the Netherlands Consul General.
This outreach was undertaken on behalf of Cambridge to strengthen our international relationships, increase business and investment opportunities with their respective countries, and diversify our local economy. We recognized that Cambridge’s economic prosperity could be vulnerable to U.S. tariffs and other external trade pressures, and began working proactively to broaden our economic partnerships and create new opportunities for local businesses.
These relationships were about more than diplomacy—they were about positioning Cambridge for greater economic resilience, attracting investment, expanding markets for local businesses, and ensuring that our city was prepared for an increasingly uncertain global economy.
2026 Nuclear Summit: Rise to the Occasion
June 2026
“Today, Mayor Jan Liggett and the City of Cambridge proudly hosted the 2026 Nuclear Summit, bringing together nearly 200 industry leaders, government officials, skilled trades representatives, and post-secondary partners from across Ontario under the theme "Rise to the Occasion." The Summit was emceed by Jessica Linthorne, President and CEO of the Nuclear Innovation Institute, the City's delivery partner for the event.”
Read the full announcement on cambridge.ca →
Coverage from CambridgeToday →
Caitlin Stone posted:
#RiseToTheOccasion
Every major initiative starts the same way: as an idea.
The Cambridge Nuclear Summit, which took place on Monday, is a prime example of that.
Mayor Jan Liggett has watched a strong nuclear ecosystem emerge in Cambridge and decided to act on it. She saw organizations investing in the region and opportunities taking shape. She saw a community growing around an industry that is helping power Canada’s future.
From those observations came an idea: invite the nuclear sector into Cambridge to experience the city firsthand and showcase the opportunities being realized within the region.
Working with her Economic Development team at the City of Cambridge Ontario, Mayor Jan’s idea became a day focused on celebrating, supporting, and strengthening the role nuclear continues to play within Cambridge and the surrounding region.
The result was a room filled with more than 200 people. Industry leaders. Supply chain partners. Community representatives. Educators. People who are instrumental in shaping the next chapter of nuclear.
Throughout the day, conversations focused on opportunities, challenges, workforce development, partnerships, and the role each of us can play in continuing to move the industry forward.
As I drove home from the event, I found myself appreciating the impact a single idea can have.
One person saw something worth investing in. More than 200 people gathered because of it.
Every industry faces challenges. What encourages me is seeing people invest their energy into moving things forward, together.
Thank you to Mayor Jan Liggett and the phenomenal team leading Cambridge Economic Development, for trusting my Kerolin Corporation team to help support with the execution of this event. It was the first, I hope, of many, as the nuclear sector continues to flourish in my hometown region.
Caitlin Stone
Caitlin Stone Consulting – Founder & CEO
Brand and Communications Consultant Serving the Nuclear Power Sector
Cambridge Mayor Jan Liggett Hosts 2025 Auto Mayors Event
November 2025
City of Cambridge Mayor Jan Liggett was proud to host the 2025 Ontario Auto Mayors Roundtable at Tapestry Hall earlier today. The event brought together key leaders from across Ontario’s automotive and municipal sectors to collaborate on advancing the automotive industry in Canada.
“Cambridge is proud to be at the forefront of Ontario’s automotive and manufacturing sectors,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “Bringing together mayors, industry leaders, and partners allows us to speak with a united voice on the future of the auto industry. These conversations will help shape the policies, partnerships, innovation, and investments needed to ensure Ontario remains a global leader in automotive innovation and production.”
Mayor Jan Liggett and the City of Cambridge Advance Local Priorities at AMO 2026
August 2026
The City of Cambridge returned from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Annual Conference after advancing three key priorities with provincial decision-makers, focused on strengthening public health supports, protecting critical infrastructure, and improving regulatory efficiency for municipalities.
The City of Cambridge took part in the AMO Annual Conference in Ottawa this week, advancing our community’s priorities with the Province: addictions and mental health care, flood protection at the Riverside Dam, and new privacy rules under Bill 97. The annual conference provides municipalities with an opportunity to meet directly with provincial ministers and senior officials to discuss local priorities and advocate for provincial action.
Mayor Liggett represented the Ontario Big City Mayors’ caucus (OBCM), the City of Cambridge, and the Region of Waterloo in 15 delegations with numerous provincial ministries, including Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Attorney General, the Solicitor General, Health, Finance, Infrastructure, Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Seniors and Accessibility, and Long-Term Care to advance the priorities of Cambridge residents.
City to Unveil Handmaid’s Tale Walking Tour and Exclusive Exhibits
October 2025
The City of Cambridge invites fans of The Handmaid’s Tale to Under His Eye: The Gilead Experience – a self-guided tour of filming locations with exhibits featuring original film props and items on loan from our partners at Take 5 Productions.
The tour offers visitors the chance to explore streets and locations where the award-winning show was filmed and showcases Cambridge’s leading role in the popular series. From Queen’s Square to the banks of the Grand River, the locations highlight the city’s appeal to the film industry overall.
“I’m proud that the City of Cambridge and its community played such a significant role in bringing this globally recognized story to audiences,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “It was an honour to have Margaret Atwood’s powerful novel brought to life right here in our city. As a long-time admirer of her work, I’m especially proud to see Cambridge featured so prominently in this adaptation. The self-guided tour and exhibits will give fans, residents, and visitors the chance to experience first-hand the locations and creativity that brought Gilead to life. Living here and knowing the versatility and beauty of this city, it’s not hard to see why the film industry chooses it time and time again.”
Livability
Livability contains all the elements of convenience, safety, amenities, and infrastructure, and then enhancing them so that they contribute to our sense of well-being. It’s that feeling of being ‘home’, of belonging here.
In each of the past two years, Mayor Liggett repeatedly and successfully delegated for funding from the provincial government for the expansion of the Preston Memorial Auditorium and the new Cambridge Recreation Complex, which came to fruition this year with $1M and $19.5M respectively in investments.
Read the Province’s $19.5M announcement →
Finally taking shape: Follow the Cambridge Recreation Complex project →
City Celebrates New Jumpstart Multi-Sport Court at Optimist Park
As Mayor of Cambridge, I was pleased to welcome the representatives from Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart Charities, and share our gratitude for selecting our community for their Investment in Infrastructure program. It was an exciting occasion to showcase the results of our combined initiative, as well as an opportunity to speak about a new project for the coming year.
The City of Cambridge joined Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, local campers and community partners yesterday to celebrate the new Jumpstart Multi-Sport Court at Optimist Park, an inclusive recreation space where children, youth and residents of all ages and abilities can get active, try new sports, connect with others and enjoy the many benefits of play. The celebration recognized a multi-year partnership between the City and Jumpstart that helped bring the project to life.
While the court opened to the public earlier this year, yesterday’s celebration highlighted the many ways the space is already helping bring people together. Campers had the chance to try a variety of activities on the court throughout the morning, giving community partners a chance to see the space being used exactly as it was intended.
The City has been working with Jumpstart since 2022 to imagine and build this welcoming space where people of all ages and abilities can gather, play and stay active close to home. Generous funding from Jumpstart helped make the new court possible.
“It is wonderful to see this court filled with energy, activity and smiles,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “This space was created so more people can enjoy sport, connect with friends and neighbours, and feel a sense of belonging in our community. This is a space where everyone can come together. We are grateful to Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities for helping make this vision a reality.”
Read more on cambridge.ca →
Coverage from CityNews Kitchener →
Cambridge Celebration of the Arts Expands to a Two-Day Festival!
June 2026
The City of Cambridge is growing its annual arts festival into a two-day celebration this year, giving residents and visitors more time to experience local art, music, and live performances.
The Cambridge Celebration of the Arts will take place on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, transforming Downtown Cambridge into an immersive artistic experience.
“Cambridge is home to a wealth of talented people, and expanding the Celebration of the Arts into a two-day festival creates even more opportunities to showcase local artists and performers to residents and visitors. I’m pleased to see it grow, and I encourage everyone to visit on one or both dates to enjoy this celebration of creativity and community,” said Mayor Jan Liggett.
Community Invited to Grand Opening of Newly Renovated Preston Memorial Auditorium
September 2025
Free event to feature home opener hockey game, public skate, kid zone and more!
The City of Cambridge is proud to announce the grand opening of the newly renovated Preston Memorial Auditorium and invites the community to join the festivities on Saturday, September 27, to see how the transformation will better serve residents and visitors to the facility.
“This modernized space is set to become a hub of activity in the city and reflects our commitment to preserving our heritage and enhancing spaces for future generations to enjoy,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “This is especially meaningful for the Cambridge Rivulettes, who finally have a home arena built with them in mind. It’s been a long time coming, but together we’ve made it a reality. I, along with Council, look forward to welcoming the community back into this revitalized facility and would like to congratulate the project team on a job well done.”
City Unveils New Public Art Sculpture at the Fountain Street Soccer Complex
July 16, 2025
A new permanent, public art installation was officially unveiled at the Fountain Street Soccer Complex on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The City of Cambridge invited artist Pierre Poussin to join the Mayor and members of Council to celebrate Lumière, the latest addition to the City's public art collection.
“Public art like this enriches our public spaces and makes them more welcoming,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “It allows us to engage with our surroundings in a new way. Our shared values and diversity are celebrated, and it helps build a stronger sense of community. Lumiere represents the spirit of Cambridge, creative, inclusive, and forward-looking.”
Accountability
Accountability is the obligation and willingness of elected officials to answer to their constituents.
For over a decade, as both a councillor and Mayor, I have emphasized that taxpayers expect evidence that tax dollars are being spent on defined priorities and are delivered with the highest value for money that council can provide.
The Budget Conundrum
or, The Real Drivers Behind Rising Property Taxes
Property taxes have not increased simply because municipalities provide too many “discretionary services” or operate inefficiently. They have increased largely because municipalities are being asked to do more, often taking on responsibilities traditionally funded by higher levels of government, while facing unprecedented infrastructure and population-growth pressures.
Across Ontario, municipalities have warned that decades of downloading responsibilities have created a structural fiscal problem. Municipalities now face significant costs related to homelessness, public health, paramedic services, childcare, emergency supports and other services responding to growing community needs. At the same time, rapid population growth requires major investments in roads, transit, water and wastewater systems, parks, recreation, libraries and emergency services.
Cambridge's Growing Burden
Cambridge is experiencing these pressures directly. Property-tax funding for homelessness services has reportedly increased dramatically in recent years, in part because gaps in health, mental health and addiction services have left municipalities managing problems they do not have the resources or mandate to solve.
Growth creates another challenge. Governments set ambitious housing and population targets, but municipalities must provide much of the infrastructure needed to support that growth. Those costs can arise years before the resulting property-tax revenue is fully realized.
Development charges are intended to make growth pay for growth, but provincial legislation limits what municipalities can recover from developers. When municipalities cannot recover the full cost of new infrastructure, existing taxpayers ultimately absorb part of the burden.
Urban sprawl also creates long-term costs. Low-density development requires roads, pipes, utilities, snow clearing, waste collection and other services across larger areas. In some cases, the long-term cost of maintaining that infrastructure can exceed the revenue generated by the development.
Municipalities Have Limited Revenue Tools
Municipalities also operate with far fewer fiscal tools than provincial and federal governments. They rely heavily on property taxes, user fees and transfers, while senior governments benefit directly from economic growth through income, sales, and corporate taxes.
When wages, construction, insurance, energy and other costs rise, municipalities must increase revenue simply to maintain existing services.
Ontario's assessment system adds another layer to this discussion. Property assessments have continued to use January 1, 2016 current-value assessments for taxation purposes. As a result, assessment values have not reflected the substantial increase in property values since 2016. Councils therefore cannot simply rely on rising assessments to generate additional revenue.
Accountability Still Matters
None of this means municipalities should be exempt from scrutiny. Councils must be accountable for staffing, spending, major projects and discretionary programs, and taxpayers have every right to demand efficiency.
But the debate should not stop there.
It is overly simplistic to blame rising property taxes primarily on municipal waste or discretionary spending. Municipalities are being asked to accommodate unprecedented growth, provide services arising from gaps in senior-government programs, and build major infrastructure—all while operating with limited revenue sources.
The Ontario Big City Mayors represent approximately 70% of Ontario's population, and municipalities regularly raise these concerns with both provincial and federal governments.
If governments want affordable property taxes, they must address the underlying fiscal imbalance rather than simply telling municipalities to spend less.
The fundamental question is:
Who should pay for the services and infrastructure that governments are asking municipalities to provide?
Until we answer that question, we will continue debating the symptoms instead of addressing the problem.
Statement from the Mayor Regarding New Development Charge Reduction Program
June 2026
"This week’s announcement from the federal and provincial governments requires careful review before the City of Cambridge can determine whether participation is in the best interests of our community. As one of Ontario's fastest-growing cities, Cambridge must ensure that growth-related infrastructure remains properly funded and that existing property taxpayers are not left to absorb additional costs. We also want to see a clear and transparent mechanism that guarantees any reductions in development charges are passed directly on to homebuyers and contribute to improved housing affordability. City staff will assess the details of the program, its financial implications, and its impact on our long-term infrastructure needs before any decisions are made."
Mayor Jan Liggett
City of Cambridge
Read the statement on cambridge.ca →
From Cambridge to Coast to Coast to Coast – Strong Communities Brave Economic Storms Together
Statement from Mayor Jan Liggett – August 31, 2026
Last week, Prime Minister Mark Carney informed Canadians about the breakdown in negotiations with the current United States Administration. This is not the first time that Canadians have been impacted by trade disagreements with the United States. Since the early 1900s, Canadians have faced and overcome uncertainty when negotiating trade deals with our neighbours to the south. History teaches us that we will overcome this too.
Much of my work as Mayor is done behind the scenes. For the past two years, I reached out to businesses in our community, I met them where they were at – their boardrooms. I asked how they felt the tariffs impacted them, their labour force, supply chains, future sales, current contracts, and how long they can tough it out. Prior to becoming Mayor, I was a business owner who imported and exported; I understand exactly how this experience is impacting the business community.
I also heard how the City can help. Along with the Economic Development team, we created a program for delayed property taxes with no penalty and interest for all affected businesses to free up cashflow. The City reviewed its procurement process to ensure we were the most competitive and in strategic alignment with negotiations. I have served on the Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) Tariff Working Group, working alongside other Mayors and all orders of government to advocate for Cambridge and our economy.
I have heard directly from Cambridge businesses and families about the real impacts these tariffs are having, and I have taken those concerns forward to higher orders of government whenever possible. The City of Cambridge will continue to be a source of support, advocacy, and connection to available resources.
I stand with the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada as they continue to advocate for protections for Canadian workers and their families, businesses, and communities. Canada has faced trade disputes before, and I am confident in the leadership guiding us through these challenges now.
I am encouraged by the federal government's introduction of $7.5 billion for new and enhanced measures to protect Canadian workers, and I will continue advocating for our community every step of the way.
While this is a difficult time, it is also an opportunity to strengthen our economy, support local businesses, diversify our trade relationships, and come together as Canadians.
Elbows up, Cambridge. We'll get through this together.
Mayor Jan Liggett
Read the statement on cambridge.ca →
Strong Mayor Legislation
“As of July 1, 2023, the Ontario government has expanded strong mayor powers to the mayors of 26 large and fast-growing municipalities, including the City of Cambridge, that have committed to a housing pledge as part of the province's work to build 1.5 million homes by 2031.
Strong mayor powers offer resources to heads of council to accelerate the implementation of key shared municipal-provincial priorities such as housing, transit, and infrastructure.”
I believe that the Strong Mayor Legislation could not have been more inappropriately titled. From day one, the name created negative connotations and became a form of provocation, leading people to assume the worst before understanding what the legislation actually does.
There are countless myths, rumours, and misinformation about the powers vested in mayors throughout Ontario. We should focus on the facts, what mayors can and cannot do, rather than allowing an inflammatory label to shape public perception.
As Mayor of Cambridge, I am responsible for adhering to the Provincial Government’s directives, and I welcome the citizens of Cambridge to review the provincial mandate and examine a complete record of the duties and actions undertaken by me as it applies to this legislation.
Review the City’s Strong Mayor Legislation page →
Read: Cambridge mayoral candidates weigh in on strong mayor powers (CambridgeToday) →
Mayoral Special Powers and Duties under the Municipal Act, 2001
The Mayor has special powers and duties under Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001. These include powers to:
- Appoint the municipality’s Chief Administrative Officer;*
- Hire certain municipal department heads and establish and reorganize departments;*
- Create committees of Council, assign their functions and appoint the chairs and vice-chairs of committees of Council;*
- Propose the municipal budget, which would be subject to Council amendments and a Mayoral veto and Council override process;
- Veto certain by-laws if the Mayor is of the opinion that all or part of the by-law could potentially interfere with a provincial priority; and
- Bring forward matters for Council consideration if the Mayor is of the opinion that consideration of the matter could potentially advance a provincial priority.
*The Mayor may choose to delegate these specific powers and duties.
The Mayor is required to exercise these powers in writing and make them available to the public, subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). Mayoral decisions are available for viewing in the table below.
Vetoes
I have no expectation to use Strong Mayor Powers because my fellow elected Councillors approached our common responsibilities with a willingness to collaborate in a meaningful way. I have not vetoed any motions tabled under this mandate and will continue with this resolve.
City Staff Employment
In 2025, the process of replacing the retiring City Manager was initiated, and was overseen by a hiring committee of three members of council plus the acting city manager.
As is standard practice for such positions of responsibility, the hiring committee employed a consultant who was familiar with the city’s criteria and practices, and whose expertise was successful during previous searches. This consultant advertised for candidates, created a shortlist for consideration, and vetted suitable applicants. The hiring committee reached a consensus and announced the appointment of the current City Manager effective November, 2025.
Also customary, a reorganization of city staff’s duties, titles, and the authority to act on behalf of the city was undertaken. This restructuring was done with the assistance and input of the City Manager, all Deputy City Managers and Directors. No jobs were lost or made redundant in this process, the administration of staff was streamlined, and the outcome is more efficiency in serving the public.
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