Kiama Council has announced Linda Davis as Director Environmental Services.
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General manager Michael Forsyth said securing Ms Davis for the role was a major coup for council.
“Linda has more than 30 years’ experience as a planner at both state and local government levels, with an excellent record leading significant planning projects,” Mr Forsyth said.
“I’m excited to have someone of Linda’s calibre join our team, given her ability to deliver great outcomes to complex planning challenges at town and regional scale.”
Mr Forsyth said Ms Davis’s was well-known for her work as lead planner for the NSW Government.
“Linda has tackled major on-ground projects such as the urban planning for land release at West Dapto and Albion Park,” he said.
“She was also had lead responsibility for the successful development and delivery of the Illawarra-Shoalhaven Regional Plan.
“This high-quality mix of urban and regional planning means Linda will be able to adjust very quickly her new role.”
“The Kiama Municipality is facing a range of planning and environmental challenges which will be very familiar to Linda.”
“I know our team of is very excited to have her aboard.”
Ms Davis will start her new role in early December, replacing Acting Director Chris Fuller, who is retiring after 18-years with Kiama Council.
“Chris has been highly-professional and hard-working during his tenure at Kiama Council, with a legendary knowledge of the Building Code of Australia and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.”
“Chris has also been a well-respected member of staff, contributing to countless staff and organisational issues over the years.”
“I wish Chris and his wife a long and happy retirement.”
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