The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to notify the public that Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Shawn Everitt has resigned from his position, effective immediately, and will be joining the Municipality of Meaford as the new CAO beginning April 8, 2025.
Everitt was hired as Chief Administrative Officer in 2019, after serving as interim CAO since 2017. He started with the Town in 1993 as Manager of the Community Centre before joining the Town’s Senior Management team as the Director of Community Services in 2005.
“The Town of The Blue Mountains has been extraordinarily fortunate and has benefited greatly to have Shawn Everitt as a dedicated employee for over three decades,” said Mayor Andrea Matrosovs. “I would like to thank Shawn for his dedication, passion and leadership in supporting Town initiatives and for guiding and inspiring employees at all levels in the organization. He has helped guide the Town through transformational changes and we are truly grateful for his service.”
In Everitt’s absence, Adam Smith was named Acting Chief Administrative Officer on Friday, January 10, 2025. Smith has been with the Town since 2022 as the Director of Planning and Development Services. During this time, he has played an integral role in leading the planning and development portfolio and continues to support the Town through stable leadership, strategic planning and innovation.
“Acting CAO Smith has done a tremendous job in his role these past months,” said Mayor Matrosovs. “We appreciate the work he has done taking on this additional responsibility as the Town begins a fulsome search for a permanent CAO.”
Further updates regarding the Chief Administrative Officer position will be announced by the Town when available.
