County of Brant announced the appointment of Darryl Lee as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Brant Municipal Enterprises (BME) on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
Lee will begin his new role, starting in January 2024.
“We are grateful for the return of Darryl to the County of Brant as the Chief Executive Officer of Brant Municipal Enterprises,” said Alison Newton, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the County of Brant. “Darryl brings extensive municipal experience and knowledge, and we look forward to watching his successes grow.”
Lee, a resident of Paris, Ontario, has 33 years in public service and an impressive background in municipal government holding managerial positions at the City of Hamilton and ultimately the Chief Administrative Officer position at the City of Brantford. In 2022, he was appointed as the Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the County of Brant to assist in the recruitment for a permanent Chief Administrative Officer.
“As the Chair of the Board of Directors for Brant Municipal Enterprises I look forward to having Darryl leading the helm,” said David Bailey, Mayor for the County of Brant. “Darryl earned the trust and respect of County of Brant Council throughout his tenure as Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and we are excited to see what the future holds for him with Brant Municipal Enterprises.”
Brant Municipal Enterprises Inc. is an incorporated, County of Brant owned corporation with a primary focus on generating new revenues for the County of Brant while adding economic and social value to the community. Brant Municipal Enterprises focuses on renewable energy development and real estate.
“As we welcome Mr. Lee, I would also like to thank our Acting Chief Executive Officer of Brant Municipal Enterprises, Adam Crozier,” said Newton. “Adam was appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer on June 5, 2023 as recruitment for the CEO began. He will return to his position as Director of Corporate Strategy for the County of Brant.”
Mr. Lee was appointed by County of Brant Council on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. He will officially begin his role on January 2, 2024.
