Peterborough has named its new Commissioner for Infrastructure, Planning and Growth Management.
City council approved the hiring of Blair Nelson at last night’s meeting. Mayor Jeff Leal says Nelson’s knowledge, skills and leadership abilities are assets to the community and organization.
Nelson has served as the City’s Director, Engineering and Capital Works since November 2022 and he has held the City Engineer role with the City since July 2018.
The department includes Planning, Development and Urban Design, Building Services, Asset Management and Capital Planning, and Engineering and Capital Works.
Nelson says he looks forward to delivering essential services and infrastructure alongside City colleagues to implement Council’s Strategic Plan.
(Written by: Jordan Mercier)
