Tracy Annett is about to become the next General Manager of the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority.
OXFORD COUNTY - The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority has hired a new General Manager.
Tracy Annett will take over for Ian Wilcox who is retiring next month after 17 years on the job. Annett will officially start her new role as GM and Secretary-Treasurer on April 6th.
Chair of the UTRCA Alan Dale says they selected Annett after going through a long list of candidates.
"There was a great deal of interest in the position. The Selection Committee was impressed with the quantity and quality of the resumes received. The Board of Directors congratulates Tracy on her selection, and looks forward to working with Tracy in her new position at the UTRCA."
Annett is no stranger to the UTRCA, working for the organization for 24 years. She has been the Manager of the Environmental Planning and Regulations Unit since 2015. Annett says she is excited for the new opportunity.
"I am fortunate to work alongside an amazing group of professionals dedicated to improving the Upper Thames River watershed. I would like to thank the Board of Directors for their confidence in me to continue the legacy of the Upper Thames. I have learned a great deal under the mentorship of Ian Wilcox and wish him all the best in his retirement."
Annett explains what her priorities will be with the UTRCA.
"With recent changes to the Conservation Authorities Act, our priority will be to work with staff and our Board of Directors to further engage our municipal members, local stakeholders, and the Province to continue delivering resource conservation and management programs that are consistent with the purpose of the Act."
The UTRCA delivers a broad range of environmental programs and services to watershed municipalities and residents.

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