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RECOGNITION OF RICHARD FORWARD, GENERAL MANAGER OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT ON HIS RETIREMENT
Mayor Lehman announced that after 28 years of dedicated service to our organization and community, Richard Forward, General Manager of Infrastructure and Growth Management will be retiring on April 27, 2018. Mayor Lehman provided the highlights of Richard’s career prior to joining the City of Barrie in 1990, his accomplishments during his career at the City and his volunteer efforts on humanitarian missions bringing safe drinking water and aid to Iraq, Pakistan, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ukraine conflict zone, and Haiti. Mayor Lehman advised of Richard’s plans to step up his international volunteer work in his retirement.
Michael Prowse, Chief Administrative Officer spoke about Richard’s legacy, discussed how he has mentored City staff, has been a valuable member of the City for 28 years and has left his mark in shaping this City into the future. Michael thanked Richard on his contribution to the City.
Mayor Lehman and Michael presented Richard with two gifts, an aerial photograph of the South end of the City of Barrie and a street sign entitled “Ferndale Drive” recognizing his contributions to the City.
Richard thanked Mayor Lehman, members of Council, Michael Prowse and City staff. He commented on the past, present and future growth of the City and stated that it was a true privilege to have worked at the City for 28 years.
Mayor Lehman thanked Richard for his comments and for his expertise and passion to the community and organization.