Following the completion of an independent investigation, Council has made a decision regarding the employment of Chief Executive Officer Michelle Reynolds.
Council has resolved to terminate Ms Reynolds' employment, effective immediately.
This was a significant decision, and one Council did not take lightly.
The investigation examined a range of matters relating to Ms Reynolds' conduct in exercising her responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer.
Following careful consideration of the investigation findings, and Ms Reynolds' responses, Council determined that the substantiated findings were sufficiently serious that her employment as Chief Executive Officer should be terminated.
I recognise that the community will want to understand more about Council's decision. However, this remains a confidential employment matter and there are legal, privacy, and confidentiality obligations that limit what Council can appropriately discuss publicly.
I also recognise that this has been a difficult and unsettling period for all concerned. Our focus now is on providing certainty for our employees and ensuring the City continues to deliver for our community, businesses and visitors.
Council will maintain interim leadership arrangements while we commence the recruitment process for a new Chief Executive Officer. The current leadership has provided great stability during this time, and we will remain focused on working collaboratively to strengthen governance and workplace practices across the organisation.
Ms Reynolds has made a significant contribution to the City during her tenure as CEO, and on behalf of Council, I acknowledge that contribution and thank her for her service.
We remain focused on the City, its people and the community we serve.
Bruce Reynolds
Lord Mayor, City of Perth
