October 6, 2015 – Following an extensive search and hiring process, City Manager Tim Commisso is pleased to announce Kerri Marshall as the new General Manager of the City’s Infrastructure & Operations Department.

Ms. Marshall, former Director of the City’s Environment Division has been serving as the Acting General Manager since early June of this year, following the retirement of Darrell Matson. Ms. Marshall is a nationally recognized Professional Engineer with more than 18 years combined direct experience in the administration, design, construction and operation of public waste, wastewater, solid waste, transportation and parks infrastructure. She also holds a Masters of Business Administration. Ms. Marshall has been with the Corporation for 12 years, starting as a Project Engineer, and steadily progressing through various leadership roles.

"Kerri brings a wealth of experience and proven leadership to the position,” said Tim Commisso, City Manager. “She performed exceptionally well in all facets of the competition and in her Acting role to date. Her vision for the Department, particularly related to building a strong leadership team, working closely with Council and implementing the new Strategic Plan, are areas that definitely stood out for the selection committee. She will be an asset to the Executive Management team.”

Ms. Marshall begins her role as the permanent General Manager of Infrastructure & Operations effective today.

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Contact:  Tim Commisso, City Manager, 625-2224