Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Our Chief Administrative Officer is George Duncan.
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the City of Richmond is appointed by, and reports to, City Council. The CAO oversees the overall administration of the corporate body (business units/operations) of the City, its officers and employees. In addition, the CAO is charged with keeping Council up to date on corporate matters and ensuring that Council policy is implemented and bylaws are enforced.
The CAO also leads the senior executive team and sets the overall strategic direction to ensure achievement of Council's Term Goals.
Contacts: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Department General Managers
The City of Richmond is comprised of seven departments. The departments are each headed by a General Manager. The CAO and the General Managers together form the senior management team, referred to as The Administrators Group (TAG). TAG provides overall corporate leadership to the organization.
Business & Financial Services
Andrew Nazareth, General Manager
Corporate Services
Mike Kirk, General Manager
Engineering & Public Works
Robert Gonzalez, General Manager
Law & Community Safety
Phyllis Carlyle, General Manager
Olympic Business & Major Projects
Jeff Day, General Manager
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services
Catherine Volkering Carlile, General Manager
Planning & Development
Joe Erceg, General Manager
