Chief Administrative Officer

The City’s Chief Administrative Officer is Peter de Verteuil.

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the City of Duncan is appointed by, and reports to, City Council.  The CAO oversees the overall administration of the City, its officers and employees, including day to day operations.  The CAO leads the senior management team and sets the overall direction to ensure achievement of Council’s Strategic Plan.

In addition, the CAO is charged with keeping Council up to date on corporate matters and ensuring that Council policies are implemented and bylaws are enforced in conformity with the Community Charter, the Local Government Act and other relevant legislation.

Valuing a familial corporate culture, the CAO strives for a high level of inter-departmental communications as well as external communications with residents, businesses and the development community.  Administrative policies and procedures support a strong, professional customer service focus.

CAO Contact: peter@duncan.ca