By Cam Lucadou-Wells
Casey mayor Geoff Ablett says there’s “no war” between councillors and the council’s administration despite losing two chief executives within a month.
After 23 years as Casey’s founding CEO, Mike Tyler suddenly resigned in what was described as a “mutual decision” as of 23 February.
Since then, Sheena Frost has come and gone as acting chief executive, replaced by director Steve Dalton on 21 March.
Ms Frost continues in her role as Casey’s corporate services strategic director.
“Everyone’s happy,” Cr Ablett said.
“There was no conflict between Sheena and I. Sheena’s great to have in the organisation, just a great person.
“Steve’s happy to be in the job.
“There’s no war on. There’s no culture problem.”
The council has not formally commented on the reasons for Mr Tyler and Ms Frost’s departures.
Cr Ablett denied that councillors being barred access from parts of the new council offices at Bunjil Place had been a major factor.
“Under the new CEO, there will be more access.
“There’s certain parts in which our people are working. That’s fair enough – we don’t want to interfere in their work spaces and the roles that they have.
“Access is not the major issue.”
Cr Ablett said the council had conversations on how it could work better together as a team.
“As with any organisation, when someone goes, there’s an opportunity… people have come up with items on how we can improve.
“It’s part and parcel of a good organisation.”
Mr Ablett confirmed that after Ms Frost was deposed, another director tendered their resignation.
But he was hopeful that the director may still continue in their role.
Casey continues a recruitment hunt for the CEO vacancy.
