The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides organizational leadership to ensure corporate strategies meet public needs as determined by council. All Department Directors report directly to the CAO, who supports Council by making recommendations on a broad range of policy, financial, and administrative issues.  Kentville's CAO is Jeff Lawrence.  Jeff has a long and successful career in local government and brings a lot of experience and wisdom to the role.  He has a background in finance, but he is very well rounded and has a good understanding and enjoyment of all departments.