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Minto hires new CAO

The Town of Minto has announced the hiring of a new CAO.

In a release on May 7, Minto announced that Gregory Furtney has been hired as the new Chief Administrative Officer.

Furtney recently served as Director of Public Works and Facilities in North Huron and the Integrated Director of Infrastructure and Development for St. Joseph’s Healthcare & Lifecare Centres.

Furtney will officially assume his new role on June 10.

“It is an honour to be selected as the Town of Minto's next CAO and to support Council and lead my colleagues toward the future,” said Furtney. “I want to thank Minto Council for placing this trust in me. Minto is a progressive rural community where all are welcome. I am proud to call the Town of Minto my home.”

“On behalf of Council and Staff, I would like to welcome Gregg to the Town of Minto. Gregg’s experience in the municipal field and his leadership abilities will fit in perfectly with staff. With the approval of our new Strategic Plan earlier this year, the Town of Minto has some exciting work ahead of us, and we look forward to having Gregg leading the team." Mayor Dave Turton stated.

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