Township of Southgate Appoints Jim Ellis as Interim CAO
December 19, 2024
HOPEVILLE – Jim Ellis, CRS-S, Dipl. MM, has been named as the Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Township of Southgate. Mr. Ellis’ appointment was confirmed at Council’s December 18th meeting.
Mr. Ellis, who also serves as the Township’s Manager of Public Works, brings over two decades of municipal and leadership experience to the position, and has overseen the delivery of many vital public services that residents depend upon, including leading the Township’s award-winning and renowned waste management program. Mr. Ellis steps into the role of Interim CAO after the Township announced the departure of former CAO Dina Lundy on December 10th.
“On behalf of Council, I would like to congratulate Jim on this well-deserved appointment,” said Southgate Mayor Brian Milne. “I know with his background, paired with the challenges we face as a Township today, that we will be well-served by Jim’s leadership in this vital position.”
Mr. Ellis expressed gratitude and excitement as he steps into the role. “I would like to thank Council and our leadership team for the trust they have placed in me,” said Ellis. “I look forward to continuing my work with our amazing team here at the Township of Southgate, and addressing key issues like growth-related infrastructure, ongoing community development, and ensuring fiscal sustainability.”
At this time, Council has not finalized what next steps will look like in the recruitment process for a permanent CAO.
For more information:
Township of Southgate
519-923-2110 ext. 213
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Township of Southgate
185667 Grey County Road 9
Dundalk, Ontario N0C 1B0
Phone: 519-923-2110
Email: info@southgate.ca
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