New face in the hall

New face in the hall

New face in the municipal hall

New Deputy Director of Finance Gerald Fukakusa joins staff in Sooke

The new Deputy Director of Finance, Gerald Fukakusa,standing,  was introduced to council on Jan. 28 at the regular District of Sooke council meeting. Also in the photo is departing CAO Dave Gawley, third from left, and other staffers.

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