Mayor Ian Boddy announced today that City Manager Ruth Coursey will be retiring effective immediately after a 26 year career in municipal government.

"On behalf of Council and the citizens of Owen Sound, I would like to thank Ms. Coursey for her dedication to the City since accepting the position in July 2011. She has been extremely beneficial to the residents, and has made great strides within the business community", commented Mayor Boddy. "Personally, I thank Ms. Coursey for her assistance during my transition to the mayor's office, and I wish her much success as fresh opportunities and adventures come her way".

Council has named Wayne Ritchie as the Acting City Manager. Mr. Ritchie has been with the City of Owen Sound since 2001 as the Director of Finance.

source:media release, City of Owen Sound