By Times Chronicle Staff
The Town of Osoyoos has found itself a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in Rod Risling.
The sudden and unexplained departure of former-CAO Allan Chabot in late-February necessitated the search for a replacement.
Risling, who has owned a house in Osoyoos for the last 17 years, has worked in local government for more than 30 years and will start as the Town’s CAO in August 2022.
Risling most recently served as CAO in High Prairie and Athabasca County and also worked for the City of Edmonton for over 12 years.
“I am excited to return to Osoyoos where I have owned a home for the past 17 years and become part of the local community.
I look forward to working with the team and the current and future Council of Osoyoos in moving the organization forward during these challenging times,” Risling commented.
The Town of Osoyoos noted that Risling has considerable experience in strategic planning, building relationships and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the delivery of cost-effective and sustainable municipal services.
The Osoyoos Mayor and Council believe that Risling’s experience in both large and small municipalities is an asset for Osoyoos.
Osoyoos Mayor Sue McKortoff says Risling was selected with an internal hiring committee that received applications from across the country.
“Mayor and Council are confident that Risling brings the skills, knowledge and leadership that will assist the Town of Osoyoos in moving forward as an organization to meet its present and future challenges,” it said.
