Council is pleased to announce that Matthew Norburn has been selected as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town of Hanna. Matthew will be assuming his new role and responsibilities on September 3, 2024.
Matthew brings significant municipal government experience to the Town of Hanna most recently as the CAO for the Village of Berwyn and prior to that, senior management team experience from the MD of Greenview and the Town of Beaverlodge.
Matthew is a lifelong learner and stays current on the latest leadership and municipal government trends and changes. He possesses his National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA, Level 1 and Level 2), Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) designation, Director of Emergency Management (DEM) designation, Incident Command System (ICS) 100, and 200. In addition, Matthew has a Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Environmental Geography from Saint Mary’s University and a Certificate in Municipal Management and Leadership from the University of Alberta.
With exceptional educational credentials, direct relevant experience coupled with his ability to understand local government leadership from the administrative perspective, Hanna Town Council feels that Norburn will be a great fit and asset to the already solid team.
Mayor Danny Povaschuk expressed enthusiasm about the new appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Matthew to our team. His extensive experience and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to build a vibrant and sustainable future for Hanna. We look forward to working together to achieve our community goals.”
“I am honoured to join the Town of Hanna as the new CAO,” said Norburn. “I am excited to work collaboratively with Council, staff, and the community to build on the town’s successes and tackle future challenges. Together, we will continue to make Hanna a great place to live, work, and visit.”
Mayor Povaschuk also took the opportunity to thank the outgoing CAO, Kim Neill, for his exceptional service. “We extend our deepest gratitude to Kim, who provided the Town of Hanna with exceptional service the past 11 years. His dedication, expertise, and leadership have been invaluable to our team and our community, and we wish him well as he transitions into retirement.”
Norburn’s appointment follows a comprehensive selection process led by the Town and the consulting firm Transitional Solutions Inc.The process attracted numerous qualified candidates from across the country, reflecting the desirability and potential of Hanna as a leading community in Alberta.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Norburn and his family to the community.