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CAO DONNA DITTARO TO RETIRE  

Fort Frances, Ontario – 2011/07/13 – 8:00

The Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board (RRDSSAB) announced today the retirement of its Chief Administrative Officer, Donna Dittaro, effective November 1, 2011. The RRDSSAB is responsible for the administration and management of Ontario Works, Child Care, Social Housing and Land Ambulance in the District of Rainy River.

“Donna Dittaro has successfully led the RRDSSAB through its inception to the establishment of an organization that continues to recognize the needs of the communities and population we serve,” said RRDSSAB Board Chair, Ross Donaldson. “On behalf of the board, our staff and communities, I thank Donna for her dedication to our communities, the staff and the public.”

On the occasion of Donna Dittaro’s retirement, RRDSSAB Vice Chair, Valerie Pizey commented that, “For the past twelve years, Donna has worked diligently to ensure the effective operation of services and to support the needs of the communities throughout the Rainy River District. I thank Donna for her work and wish her well in her retirement.”

The RRDSSAB would like to announce that effective immediately, Dan McCormick will act as Interim CAO of the RRDSSAB. This appointment will assist the Board during this time of transition, provide an opportunity to conduct an open recruitment in the future and allow Donna to enjoy her scheduled vacation prior to her retirement date.

RRDSSAB chair, Ross Donaldson noted, “We have many challenges to face in the Rainy District in the months to come and we want to ensure as a board that the best possible decisions are made after careful consideration.”