‘An important time in the municipality’s future’: Port Hope announces new director
By editor/reporter Sarah Hyatt
The Municipality of Port Hope has a new interim director of development services.
Brian Bridgeman was officially appointed to the role effective Tuesday, Oct. 13.
“I am excited to be joining a team of dedicated professionals that works hard to serve the people and businesses of Port Hope,” said Bridgeman. “This is an important time in the municipality’s future and I feel very fortunate to be part of it.”
According to a municipal bio, Bridgeman holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies and a diploma in public administration.
“In his most recent role as commissioner of community growth and economic development for the Regional Municipality of Durham, he advised council and senior leadership on a broad range of planning and development matters, including growth management, development approvals, policy and land-use planning,” said the municipality, while announcing his appointment. “He also led a large team of planning and economic development professionals, guiding initiatives focused on community growth, economic development, tourism and transportation planning.”
His bio also states he has more than 40 years of experience in municipal and regional planning and development, and has advised committees, councils, stakeholders and the public on a wide range of urban, rural and regional land-use planning matters, helping communities navigate growth and development opportunities.
“We are excited to welcome Brian to the Municipality of Port Hope,” said CAO Mike Melinyshyn. “Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation as a trusted planning professional and collaborative leader.
“His depth of experience in land-use planning, development, economic growth and municipal leadership will provide valuable support to both our organization and community. I look forward to working with him and benefiting from his expertise during his time with the municipality.”
According to the municipality, Bridgeman is joining Port Hope for a 12-month term.
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