Contact Your Planners

We want to hear from you! 

The Planning team is hear to answer your questions and assist you with your planning application. You can Inquire about an application, ask a question or leave comments by submitting the form below or by contacting a member of the Planning Department directly.

 Contact Your Planners

Planning Staff

Susanna is a Planner for Perth County assigned to the Municipality of West Perth.

Susanna has been working as a planner since 2003, and has been working for the County of Perth Planning Department since 2021. She is a graduate of both the University of Waterloo and the University of Guelph, and a Registered Professional Planner. Her family is from Fullarton Township, in the Municipality of West Perth. Prior to joining the Perth County Planning Department, she worked for several years at the Huron County Planning Department. Susanna is responsible for facilitating the development process, meeting with community members and property owners to provide information about planning policies and requirements, and advising local Councils regarding planning applications. She is an avid cyclist and encourages everyone in Perth County to check out the Guelph to Goderich rail trail. Click here to email Susanna.

Melissa is a Planner for Perth County assigned to the Township of Perth East.

Melissa has a strong natural tendency toward looking for solutions which is an asset in managing challenging property inquiries and development applications.  Her experience in development review covers a variety of planning application types and circumstances. She has been a Municipal Planner for the past 7 years and previous to that her background in architecture provides a solid foundation for knowledge in building permit and site planning processes. Her Bachelor’s Degree is in Architecture, followed up with a Masters in Planning from Ryerson University. Click here to email Melissa.

Stephanie joined in April 2022 to begin working on the Official Plan Review. 

Stephanie is a graduate from the University of Waterloo’s School of Planning and within the past few years she has worked in a variety of policy roles in different levels of government. She is passionate about collaboration, organization, and inclusivity and has a strong interest in Indigenous relations and reconciliation. Stephanie has obtained a certificate in Indigenous Canada from the University of Alberta and a certificate in the Fundamentals of Indigenous Peoples and Canadian Law from Osgoode Law School. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, hiking, biking, and baking new recipes. Click here to email Stephanie.

Sally McMullen is the Manager of Planning.  

She joined the Planning Division in 2019 and enjoys providing guidance and development support for the community to grow and enjoy great spaces. She is a graduate of the University of Guelph with an undergraduate degree in Agriculture Science and a Master’s Degree in Rural Planning. In her role she strives to help citizens understanding planning and planning processes. She was raised in Southern Ontario and moved to Perth County to establish a farm operation with her husband and business partners through a non-family farm succession plan.  She is proud to be living and raising a family in Perth County with all its rich agricultural landscape and friendly towns and villages. Click here to email Sally.

Michelle is the Land Division and Planning Clerk.

Michelle brings a stellar track record for coordination, efficiency and achievement.  Michelle has experience updating procedures and providing committee support as well.  She is a Fanshawe graduate with additional course credits at Conestoga and has shown her dedication to this community through a considerable amount of volunteer pursuits. Click here to email Michelle.