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Grosse Ile’s community development director Ross to depart; township posts vacancy
Summary
Community Development Director Ross announced Oct. 27 that the meeting was his last; staff and the board thanked him for more than three years of service. Township Manager Derek said the combined DDA/community development position is posted and applications have been received from several sources.
Ross, the township’s community development director and combined DDA director, told the board Oct. 27 that the meeting was his last. Board members thanked Ross for more than three years of service and commended his role in the master plan process, grant solicitation and redevelopment initiatives.
Township Manager Derek told the board the position has been advertised through multiple channels, including the Michigan Municipal League and American Planning Association resources, and that staff have received applications. Derek said the township will involve building department staff and others in the selection process and will return candidates for board consideration when interviews are complete.
Why it matters: The departure creates a vacancy in a combined role important to downtown redevelopment, planning and permitting; staff said the position was instrumental in pursuing grants and in leading the master plan process.
Next steps: The township is reviewing applications and intends to conduct interviews with department staff involved in day-to-day operations; staff said they will bring a recommended candidate to the board when selection is complete.
