Haldimand County Administration

Haldimand County is governed by an elected Council with the Chief Administrative Officer as the head of administration, supported by six General Managers responsible for specific Haldimand County departments.

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Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Chief Administrative Officer: Cathy Case

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the most senior official in Haldimand County's administrative structure. The role is appointed by the Mayor. The CAO works closely with Council to provide advice, manage the general administration and operations of the municipality and ensure Council priorities are achieved.

The CAO also oversees major Haldimand County projects and priorities, ensures the implementation of Council-approved policies and programs, and leads advocacy and government relations efforts. 

The CAO also provides direct oversight for:

  • Organizational Performance and Strategy
  • Municipal Clerk's Office

Corporate Services

General Manager: Megan Jamieson 

The Corporate Services department provides various services supporting the corporation and community. 

Department service areas

The Customer Experience and Communications division is responsible for:

The Human Resources division is responsible for:

The Innovation and Technology Services is responsible for:

  • Technology training and support
  • Business software solutions
  • Equipment setup and maintenance
  • Systems access and security
  • Internet and network infrastructure and connectivity
  • Electronic data storage and security

The Legal and Support Services division is responsible for:

Community Safety and Wellness

General Manager: Scott Luey

The Community Safety and Wellness Department provides services that enhance community quality of life through resident-centric programming and care. 

The general manager also serves as the liaison to Haldimand County Public Library.

Department service areas

The Community Partnerships and Programming division is responsible for:

Grandview Lodge is Haldimand's long-term care home providing services for:

The Emergency Services division ensures the safety of Haldimand residents through:

Development Services

General Manager: Mike Evers

The Development Services department serves the residents and businesses of Haldimand in a variety of ways. 

Department service areas

The Economic Development and Tourism division is responsible for:

The Planning and Development division is responsible for:

The Building and Municipal Enforcement division is responsible for:

Financial Services

Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Mark Merritt

The Financial Services department ensures the fiscal stewardship of Haldimand County through strategic financial oversight and investments.

The CFO is also responsible for cost-effectiveness reviews, financial strategy and investments.

Department service areas

The Finance division is responsible for:

The CFO also oversees contracts for intergovernmental services such as policing, the Board of Health, and housing. 

Public Works Operations

General Manager: Dan McKinnon

The Public Works Operations department serves the community through the efficient delivery and maintenance of the infrastructure services residents rely on every day.

Divisional service areas

The Roads Operations division is responsible for:

  • Roadway maintenance
  • Sidewalk maintenance
  • Rural roadside mowing
  • Roadside drainage
  • Streetlights

The Environmental Operations division is responsible for:

The Fleet Operations division is responsible for:

  • Corporate vehicle and equipment asset management, maintenance, and inspections
  • Procuring and providing fuel
  • Training: forklift, working at heights, fuel dispensing, etc.

The Facilities, Parks, Cemeteries and Forestry Operations division is responsible for:

  • The operation and maintenance of arenas, parks, cemeteries, trails, pools and splash pads
  • Forestry management
  • Maintenance of Haldimand County-owned property including libraries, museums, fire hall and ambulance stations

Engineering and Capital Works

General Manager: Tyson Haedrich

The Engineering and Capital Works department ensures Haldimand's built and natural environment is maintained through the planning, design and re-construction of infrastructure systems. 

Divisional service areas

The Facilities Capital and Asset Management division is responsible for:

  • Capital infrastructure programs for community and municipal facilities
  • Long-term facilities infrastructure strategic plans
  • Technical support services to internal divisions
  • Energy management program
  • Asset management program

The Engineering Services division is responsible for:

  • Capital infrastructure programs for roads, bridges, water mains, sanitary sewers and storm sewers
  • Long-term strategic plans for right-of-way infrastructure
  • Maintenance and construction of municipal drains
  • Engineering and technical support services to internal divisions

The Water and Wastewater Engineering division is responsible for:

  • Capital infrastructure programs for water and wastewater plants
  • Water and wastewater optimization program
  • Long-term strategic plans for water and wastewater plant infrastructure
  • Technical support services to internal divisions

Contact Us

Haldimand County
53 Thorburn Street South
Cayuga, Ontario
Canada, N0A 1E0

Phone: 905-318-5932

After hours (Road, Sewer, Water or Park & Public Facilities Emergencies): 1-888-849-7345

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