Departments
The Fraser Valley Regional District organization is comprised of two divsions: the Regional and Corporate Services division and the Community and Regulatory Services division. Each division has specific responsibilities for the delivery of services to FVRD residents and is overseen by a General Manager who reports to the Chief Administrative Officer. The Community and Regulatory Services division delivers a wide variety of services to the FVRD's Electoral Areas, while the Regional and Corporate Services division delivers region-wide services, as well as internal support services. Divisional responsibilities are illustrated in the chart below.
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CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
George Murray 604-702-5033
Executive Assistant
Linda Machmer 604-702-5023
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COMMUNITY & REGULATORY SERVICES
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REGIONAL & CORPORATE SERVICES
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General Manager of Community
and Regulatory Services
Suzanne Gresham 604-702-5032
Oversees the delivery of all community and regulatory services for the FVRD Electoral Areas. Areas of responsibility include:
- Engineering Services
- Community Services
- Utilities
- EA Fire Services
- Emergency Management
- Planning and Development Services
- Regulatory Services
Executive Assistant:
Lorraine Martens 604-702-5060
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General Manager of Regional
and Corporate Services
Vacant
Oversees the operation of regional services to ensure the FVRD operates in the most cost-efficient, effective manner possible. Roles inlcude Chief Financial Officer, Head of Freedom of Information, and Deputy Corporate Secretary with responsibilities for:
- Legislative & Administrative Services
- Finance
- Communications & Info Technology
- Regional Parks
- Environmental Services
- Human Resources
- Strategic Planning & Initiatives
- Hope & District Recreation Centre
Executive Assistant:
Jaime Schween 604-702-5079
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► Director of Engineering & Community Services
Tareq Islam 604-702-5026
Oversees delivery of the following services for the FVRD's Electoral Areas: Utilities (water, sewer, septic, street lighting, storm water drainage), Emergency Management, Flood Protection, Garbage and Recycling, Fire Protection.
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► Manager of Legislative & Administrative Services
Jan Gibson 604-702-5029
Responsible for legal matters, Freedom of Information, elections and referenda, bylaw and contract administration, corporate agendas and minutes, facilities management and administrative services.
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► Manager of Community Services
James Storey 604-702-5039
Responsible for utilities (water, sewer, septic, street lighting, storm water drainage) and transfer stations and community facilities.
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► Manager of Finance
Mike Phelan 604-702-5002
Responsible for the overall financial management of the FVRD, including day to day accounting services, financial reporting and controls, asset management, and risk management.
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► EA Fire & Services Program Manager
Chris Wilson 604-702-5495
Co-ordinates and manages fire protection services of seven volunteer fire halls in the Electoral Areas.
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► Manager Communications & Information Technology
Randy Castle 604-702-5013
Responsible for provision and maintenance of all hardware, software, and telecommunications services including E911 and fire dispatch, provides technical support for intranet, internet and electronic documentation applications.
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► Emergency Program Manager
Lynn Orstad 604-702-5003
Responsible for emergency management including preparedness and response services, public education and awareness initiatives.
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► Manager of Strategic Planning & Initiatives
Siri Bertelsen 604-702-5008
Responsible for the FVRD's Regional Growth Stategy, affordable housing and homelessness, agriculture, tourism initiatives, transportation and transit, watershed planning and First Nations relations.
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► Deputy Director Planning & Regulatory Services
Frank Kelly 604-702-5017
Oversees building, development and inspection services, licensing and permits, and bylaw enforcement.
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► Manager of Regional Parks
Doug Wilson 604-702-5077
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of FVRD regional parks and trails.
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► Manager of Forward Planning
Graham Daneluz 604-702-5046
Responsible for community planning services which includes development of Official Community Plans and pilot projects for regional resources.
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► Manager of Environmental Services
Stacey Barker 604-702-5096
Responsible for regional solid waste management, mosquito control, noxious weed control, air quality, Hope Airpark and the wood stove exchange program.
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► Manager of Development Approvals
Rick McDermid 604-702-5004
Responsible for development and development variance permits, rezoning and subdivision applications, and soil removal and temporary industrial permits.
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► Human Resources Officer
Janice Mikuska 604-702-5031
Responsible for recruitment, staff retention and training, labour relations, salary and benefits administration, and health and safety.
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► Manager of Hope and District Recreation
Milly Marshall 604-869-2308
Responsible for the management and operation of the Hope Recreation Centre. Amenities include swimming pool, ice arena, and fitness centre.
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