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Welcome to the first edition of our new weekly newsletter--the OMAA Observer.

First up--we have a new Message Board. We heard loud and clear that members enjoyed being able to get advice or gather sample policies, by-laws, etc. in the form of member requests. But using email meant that the knowledge gained from these exercises was only available to a few and was not searchable at a later date. That's why our new website has incorporated a message board feature that can be searched by topic, date, or author. Any member can post a message here by following these steps:

1. Log into the OMAA site as a member
2. Click on Message Boards under the Communication tab
3. Click on Add Topic under Member Requests
4. Type your message and press Post 

A reminder that OMAA's Mentorship Match Up is recruiting Mentors until the end of the month.

Follow these instructions to create your profile in the MENTOR PORTAL:

1. Click: https://mentorshiprocket.com/QQv0M1ig 

2. Click on ‘MENTOR PORTAL’ in the menu at the top of the site – the Login form will appear, then begin by entering this email address preloaded for you in the system.

3. Please follow the prompts to register and set a password.

4. Following that, in a few minutes a verification email will be sent to you (a security protocol). Please watch your spam folder, in case this email is directed there. It is very important to click the link in this verification email to finalize and establish your login for access to the Mentor Portal.

5. Finally, return to the mentorship site, click MENTOR PORTAL again … log in with your email address and password … then you will find your mentor profile ready for you to complete.

Your name, company name, and email address have been preloaded for you and we ask you to do the following:

A. Ensure the contact information preloaded for you is current. Insert an approximate 100‐word biography in the space allowed.

B. You have the option to insert the name and email address for an alternate contact – perhaps an assistant. On the date when mentees begin booking sessions with you in the online system, this person’s contact information will be given to the mentees for the purpose of connecting and finalizing the meeting arrangements, specifically the times and locations.

C. You have the option of inserting your LinkedIn ID, so mentees who select you as a mentor can learn more about you.

D. Please select mentorship session dates (time of day is not required here) for meetings with mentees between [date range set by Admin during program setup]. We are hoping you can commit to 10 meetings during this program year.

E. Lastly, please note the categories ‐‐ at the bottom of your online profile form. The instruction there helps you select ‘tags’ that will help mentees find you in the Mentor Gallery on the mentorship website homepage.

The winner of the second weekly prize draw is Morgan Calvert CAO of Adelaide Metcalfe. We will have two more prize draws during mentor sign-up month (July). 

Coming Attractions

Our Fall Workshop takes place at the Westin Trillium House Blue Mountain from Wednesday October 25 to Friday October 27. Wednesday will have an array of social and PD events to choose from while formal programming starts at 530. Thursday is jammed packed with networking and programming while the half-day Friday will feature several can't miss sessions.

The Workshop Planning Committee is busy working on the program but warmly welcomes your suggestions. Please submit any topic, speaker, or event ideas ASAP.

You can book your room at the Westin at the OMAA rate by clicking on the button below.

Job Board

Township of Malahide CAO

Sue Loewen

Malahide, Ontario

The Township of Malahide is located on the brow of Lake Erie, in the heart of Elgin County, minutes away from the Cities of St. Thomas and London. From industry to recreation, farming to history, with a population of just under 10,000, you will be delighted with all that this growing agricultural community has to offer.The Mayor and Council are currently developing a new strategic plan to provide direction and identify the path forward to 2033. The process will be completed this fall, with staff and community input. Malahide has been forward-thinking and committed to initiatives that stimulate economic growth and diversification in an effort to maintain the municipality’s long-term stability and sustainability. However, with the recent announcement of significant investments in this region and the arrival of new industries, our socio-economic landscape is now evolving at a pace like never before. The Township is potentially on the cusp of major change and faces exciting opportunities. The Township’s CAO will therefore be instrumental in the completion and execution of the strategic plan, and in bringing the 2033 vision to life.The position offers a comprehensive benefit package and a salary range of $122,897 - $149,382.

We're Hiring! Town of Caledon - Integrity Commissioner

Laura Hall

Caledon, Ontario

The Town of Caledon is currently seeking applicants who are interested in serving as the Integrity Commissioner for the Town. The appointment will be on a as required basis, for a one-year term with the possibility of a five-year term extension.The Integrity Commissioner is an independent statutory officer who reports directly to Council and whose powers and duties are set out in the Municipal Act, 2001 and further defined within the Town’s Code of Conduct for Members of Council and Designated Boards and applicable policies. The role of the Integrity Commissioner is to provide education, advice and the investigation and resolution of complaints regarding the conduct of Members of Council, committees and designated local boards on the application of the Code of Conduct, the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act and other related policies. The Integrity Commissioner also provides guidance to the Town Clerk and staff, as needed.    Town Council has directed staff to review the feasibility of implementing a Lobbyist and Gift Registry for the Town. It is anticipated that if a Registry is implemented, the Integrity Commissioner will be responsible for fulfilling the role of the Lobbyist Registrar under the Municipal Act, 2001. 

Member News

This space will provide an update on the movers and shakers in municipal administration and profile individual OMAA members.

RECENT MOVES:

Gagan Sandhu named new CAO of Prince Township

Kyle Kruger departed the Township of Norwich

Bruce Macgregor retired as CAO of the Region of York

Sandra Zwiers named new CAO of County of Essex

Rhonda Bunn named new CAO of Town of Milton

Mark Valcic named new CAO of Town of East Gwillimbury

Fred Tranquilli named new CAO Township of of Perth South

William Kolasa retired as CAO of Township of Wainfleet

Mallory Luey named new CAO of Township of Wainfleet (1 Jan 2024)

David Smith resigned at Port Hope, named new CAO of the Town of Orangeville

Dan Scissons retired as CAO of the Town of Petawawa

Scott Randolph named new CAO of the Town of Petawawa

David Barrick appointed as CAO of Thames Centre

Skipperisms

OMAA is very pleased to introduce our new Chief of Morale, Skipper.

Skipper is a three year old Goldendoodle whose background is in ethics, political philosophy, and eating grass.

Negotiations got off to a rough start due to his opening ask of 7 meals a day and unlimited belly rubs. Fortunately he settled for 2 meals a day and walks at breakfast and lunch.

He will be offering his thoughts on how the great philosophers can offer insights for today's CAO and aspiring CAO plus other tidbits.     

OMAA Picks

• Governing: provides news, analysis, and insights from US state and local governments on a wide range of topics of interested to municipal staff and elected officials. 
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• IMFG: conducts independent research, spark and inform public debate, and to engage the academic and policy communities around important issues of municipal finance and governance.

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