CEO's contract renewed

Thursday, 9 September 2010

Southland District Council chief executive David Adamson has kept his job for another five years. Council human resources manager Henry Pipkin said Council resolved at Wednesday's meeting to reappoint Mr Adamson for another five years, starting from 22 January 2011, when his present contract expires. The chief executive position has to be advertised every five years or seven years if the contract is extended under the Local Government Act 2002.

Seven candidates, including Mr Adamson, from throughout New Zealand and including one from the UK, applied for the position, Mr Pipkin said.

Mayor Frana Cardno said she was pleased Mr Adamson was reappointed.

It was an easy decision because David's application was of exceptional quality, portraying his vast experience in local government.

"Council is very happy with his performance and we feel things are going well under his leadership," Mrs Cardno said.

Mr Adamson said he was very pleased to be offered the position and greatly appreciated the confidence that Council had in him, the organisation and staff. He hoped the next five years will continue to build on those of the past.

He has been Southland District Council chief executive since January 2003.

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