KINCARDINE – The Municipality of Kincardine has announced the hiring of David Henderson as CAO, effective Aug. 1.
The appointment bylaw was passed by council during the July 11 meeting.
Henderson has extensive experience in both the private and public sector, most recently serving as CAO for Moosonee.
Said Henderson, “I am looking forward to getting started, familiarizing myself with the community and community members, and being a member of a strong, effective team. It is a beautiful area that clearly has dedicated people working together to make it a sustainable, inclusive place and we will strive to enable council’s strategic goals and serve the needs of residents.”
The chief administrative officer (CAO) will provide effective advice and support to council through the development and implementation of policy, strategy and objectives that address the needs of the municipality. The CAO will provide effective leadership to management and staff, directing the human, financial and physical resources, ensuring that council’s directives are carried out.
“On behalf of council, I am very pleased to welcome David Henderson to the Municipality of Kincardine. We look forward to his contributions and believe that his leadership and range of experience will be a positive addition to the municipality,” said Mayor Gerry Glover. “I would also like to extend my thanks to our acting CAO, Roxana Baumann, who has been instrumental during the transition period.”
