Pickering’s Pros Share Their Knowledge

May 15, 2013

Starting today, City of Pickering employees will be sharing their expertise in a public forum so that residents may glean valuable advice for both home and work. A different staff member will be featured monthly on the City’s Facebook and Twitter pages – offering constructive tips and insights pertaining to their respective fields.

The City of Pickering employs approximately 360 full-time staff.  Collectively, that’s a vast wealth of knowledge and experience that should be shared for the benefit of residents and businesses alike.  A broad and diverse array of experts from areas such as building, finance, recreation, human resources, animal services, fire prevention, sustainability and communications will be contributing to this new initiative.

“Our employees are our most valuable asset,” said Tony Prevedel, Chief Administrative Officer. “We’re tapping into their expertise and utilizing their knowledge to better engage our community.  We look forward to sharing helpful information on areas ranging from gardening to fire prevention, and everything in between.

“We are truly proud of the outstanding team we have here at the City, and are excited to showcase their accumen in a public manner,” said Mayor Dave Ryan. “The work of our dedicated and professional staff is a key reason why Pickering is recognized nationally as a municipal leader.”

Find the City’s Facebook page at facebook.com/CityofPickering or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/CityofPickering to learn from this month’s staff expert - Kyle Bentley, Chief Building Official.

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As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering (population 94,000) is strategically located where Toronto, York and Durham Regions meet and has been recognized by Profit magazine as one of the ten best cities in Canada for growth companies.  Pickering’s downtown has been named an Urban Growth Centre and Mobility Hub by the Province of Ontario, and is personified by a $23-million landmark pedestrian bridge that connects directly to the GO train station.  The City of Pickering is considered a municipal leader in fiscal management, service delivery, sustainability and the environment. With its direct access to major highways; educated and skilled labour force; prime employment lands; a world class EN3 (energy, environmental, & engineering) sector; state-of-the-art infrastructure; and supportive municipal government; Pickering offers unrivalled competitive advantages for business.  Visit pickering.ca/mediacentre for more news.

Media Contact:
Kylie McConnell
Public Affairs Assistant
905.420.4660 ext. 2134 | 1.866.683.2760 | TTY 905.420.1739
kmcconnell@pickering.ca