Jim Aitcheson Acclaimed as Perth County Warden for 2021-2022

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PERTH COUNTY, ON – In an election held on December 2, 2021, Perth County Council acclaimed James (Jim) Aitcheson, the Deputy Mayor for the Township of Perth South, as Warden of Perth County. The position of Warden is elected each year and the 2021-2022 term will be the third consecutive term for Jim as Warden.

“I am grateful to the confidence our Council continues to place in me as I fulfil the role of Warden.” said Jim Aitcheson. “County Council continues to work hard to deliver service excellence to the people of Perth County.”

Although COVID-19 pandemic continues to play a significant role across the region, County Council has adapted through technology to meet in a hybrid format with some members of council online and others in person. Accomplishments for 2021 include the launch of a new County Planning model, the adoption of the County’s Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Charter, the new Fire Radio Dispatch agreement, new school zone road safety initiatives, and much more.

“2022 is gearing up to be an extremely busy year as well. The County’s New Official Plan project will be ramping up with new staff on board to help manage the project. I am excited to continue working with members of County Council and the Staff at Perth County in this role.” said Aitcheson.

In addition to Warden Aitcheson serving a third term, Rhonda Ehgoetz, Mayor of the Township of Perth East, was also acclaimed for a third term serving as Deputy Warden. “I am thankful for Council’s support of me in my role of Deputy Warden. I look forward to another term working alongside Jim, the other members of County Council together with staff to continue fulfilling our goals in the Strategic Plan.” said Rhonda Ehgoetz.

“On behalf of County staff, I want to extend my sincere congratulations to Warden Aitcheson and Deputy Warden Ehgoetz for their acclamation to their roles.” said Chief Administrative Officer Lori Wolfe. “We appreciate the leadership shown by Council over the past year and I am excited for the opportunities that lay ahead for us to continue our work together over the next year.”

2022 will mark the end of the current 4-year term Council term with a municipal election scheduled for the fall. Perth County Council is comprised of Council representatives from each of the four-lower tier municipalities; The Municipality of North Perth, the Township of Perth South, the Township of Perth East and the Municipality of West Perth.

For more information about County Council, please visit: www.perthcounty.ca/council

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Tyler Sager
Manager of Legislative Services / Clerk
tsager@perthcounty.ca
519-271-0531 ext 210

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