Town appoints new Manager of Legislative Services

The Town of Essex is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Auger to the position of Manager, Legislative Services/Clerk.

Auger will be responsible for performing the statutory duties required of a Municipal Clerk under the Municipal Act, Drainage Act, Elections Act and other applicable legislation. Duties will include preparing agendas, minutes and statutory notices, developing and maintaining by-laws, providing support and procedural advice to Council and committees, and providing management in the areas of licensing, freedom of information requests, and cemeteries. The Clerk also serves as the Returning Officer during municipal elections.

As a practicing lawyer for the past 15 years, Auger brings a wide range of experience in the areas of corporate law, human resource management, contract administration, real estate, municipal law, and industrial relations. For the past 8 years he has been In-House Legal Counsel for The Prestressed Group.

As a graduate of the University of Windsor, Auger obtained a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Commerce before studying law. He resides in Amherstburg and is a member of the Audit and Finance Advisory Committee for that municipality. He is also a part-time instructor at St. Clair College, teaching courses in labour law, international trade and the legal aspects of global trade.

Essex CAO Russ Phillips says that Auger is a welcome addition to the management team at the Town of Essex.

“As municipal government continues to evolve, the need for specialized expertise and support also grows,” says Phillips. “We are excited to have Robert joining our team as Manager of Legislative Services as he brings a wide range of experience in areas of particular importance to municipal government.”

Auger’s appointment is effective February 8.

Auger takes over from Cheryl Bondy, who retired at the end of January.