New CEO looking forward to meeting community
16 January 2020
Julie Salomon has joined Strathbogie Shire Council as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Ms Salomon brings with her a wealth of senior executive experience, having spent more than 10 years at Greater Shepparton City Council and City of Monash.
She has signed a three-year contract with Council, taking over from Acting Chief Executive Phil Howard.
Ms Salomon was selected from a list of high-achieving candidates after an extensive recruitment process.
Strathbogie Shire Mayor Cr Amanda McClaren said Ms Salomon was passionate about working with, and for, communities, driving quality service delivery and delivering creative and sustainable outcomes for the community.
“We are so pleased to appoint Julie, a seasoned local government executive, with a strong connection to the Goulburn Valley region and broad experience in leading and managing community development and services,” she said.
“It will be fantastic to have Julie at the helm as we head into the final year of this Council’s term.
“We look forward to the leadership and vision Julie will provide the organisation into the future, with a strong focus on meeting the needs and expectations of our community.”
Ms Salomon said one of her key priorities was working with the community for better outcomes for all.
“I look forward to building on and harnessing new, existing and emerging opportunities and working with Councillors and our community to achieve our shared goals, priorities and aspirations,” she said.