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Chief executive remuneration package decided
Media release
17 December 2015
strong>Chief executive remuneration package decided
Today Auckland Council’s Governing Body determined a new remuneration package of $690,000 for Chief Executive Stephen Town.
The Mayor and Councillors received recommendations from the CEO Review Committee. Chair of the CEO Review Committee, Councillor Christine Fletcher says, “The Committee has reviewed Mr Town’s performance over the past two years. He is an experienced chief executive and has brought about some very positive changes at council.”
“Mr Town’s remuneration is aligned with the council’s focus on providing sound financial stewardship and doing more with less without compromising customer service, community and citizens. It is ensured our workforce effectively serves a diverse and changing Auckland.”
The increase will come into effect from 15 January 2016 and will be fixed for a period of two years.
Key facts on CEO remuneration can be found on Our Auckland here.
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