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    Town Approves New Community Growth Advisor Position

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    The Town of The Blue Mountains is pleased to announce the approval of a new staff position that will be responsible for a robust portfolio including managing community growth. The position will play a key role in implementing the Town’s Housing Action Plan and supporting strategic economic development initiatives.

    At the April 7, 2025, Committee of the Whole meeting, Town staff presented Report ADM.25.012, recommending the new position, with funding provided through the Working Capital Reserve for the remainder of 2025. At the April 22, 2025, Council Meeting, Council formally approved the position.

    The Community Growth Advisor will lead initiatives focused on affordable housing, long-range planning and development review, while also helping to identify and implement key policy and incentive tools such as the Community Improvement Plan. The position will also be responsible for fostering partnerships with government, nonprofit and private sector stakeholders, as well as supporting advocacy efforts to advance housing and infrastructure priorities.

    “This new position reflects the Town’s commitment to proactively managing growth while addressing the pressing need for more diverse and affordable housing options in our community,” said acting CAO Adam Smith. “The Community Growth Advisor will serve as a vital resource in coordinating efforts across departments and engaging with the broader development community to help deliver meaningful results.”

    The position is expected to begin in July 2025 and will initially report to the Chief Administrative Officer before transitioning to Planning & Building Services as part of the long-term organizational structure.

    To learn more, please view the full staff report on the Town’s website: ADM.25.012 – Growth Management Specialist Position.

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