Gosford Council general manager retires

Gosford Council general manager Mr Peter Wilson has announced his retirement after 17 years in the job, and a total of 22 years with the council..

Director of Works Mr Stephen Glen will take the role of acting general manager from Friday, June 22, until a new general manager is appointed through an open merit-based process.

As Gosford Council's general manager, Mr Wilson has led the Council through times of momentous change, according to mayor Cr Laurie Maher.

Cr Maher expressed his gratitude for Mr Wilson's leadership over the past two decades.

"With a career spanning 36 years in Local Government, including the last 22 years at Gosford Council, Peter's vision and experience has heralded a number of significant achievements during his time as general manager," said mayor Cr Maher.

"Peter's dedication and determination have seen many major projects come to fruition to benefit the local community; notably the construction of Gosford City Stadium and the Peninsula Leisure Centre, completion of the Gosford City Sewerage Scheme, the rebuilding of Gosford City Surf Clubs, new libraries at Kariong and Wyoming, upgrades to our parks and playgrounds, development of the Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Peninsula Theatre, Gosford Regional Gallery and Edogawa Commemorative Gardens.

"During his tenure as general manager, Peter has guided the Central Coast through the worst drought in history including the development of major new infrastructure such as the Mardi-Mangrove pipeline link.

"He has fostered a closer working relationship with Wyong Shire Council and maintained a team approach to all areas of responsibility.

"Peter has been integral in the continued expansion of the Coastal Open Space System, the achievements of the Gosford Challenge, the development of the new planning scheme and the establishment of a Central Coast Water Corporation."

Mr Wilson said: "I have been extremely fortunate to have been so well supported through my life by my family, friends, mentors and colleagues.

"I believe now is the appropriate time to pursue my other passions and spend more time with my growing family.

"I leave local government thankful for the opportunity to work with very motivated and talented colleagues in serving such a diverse community.

"There is no doubt that the Central Coast is a very special place and one in which I will remain," he said.

Media Release, 1 Jun 2012

Laurie Maher, Gosford Council