The City of Melville has announced a change in senior administration.
Mayor Joe Kirwan confirms the termination of the contract of City Manager Joleen Tuchscherer without cause, effective immediately, following deliberations and vote by council.
Kirwan says changes at the senior administrative level are never easy, but council determined it was necessary to move in a different direction.
He thanked Tuchscherer for her service to the city and wished her well in her future endeavors.
In the interim, the city will operate with temporary administrative assignments while council works to ensure stability within the organization.
Kirwan notes the matter is personnel-related and no further details will be released.
City of Melville approves 2026-2029 Strategic Plan
The City of Melville has officially approved its 2026–2029 Strategic Plan.
Mayor Joe Kirwan says the document outlines council’s priorities for the next three years, including the city’s mission, vision and values, and the objectives they hope to achieve.
Kirwan explains the strategic plan sets the direction, administration will now prepare specific deliverables tied to the budget. Those initiatives are expected to be rolled out quarterly, aligning with seasonal operations and project timelines.
Among the key focuses in the new plan: positioning Melville as a welcoming and growing community, revitalizing the downtown core with potential storefront improvement incentives, strengthening regional partnerships with surrounding municipalities and First Nations, and ensuring the city remains results-oriented in its approach.
The full strategic plan will be posted on the city’s website for residents to review.
Away We Grow Daycare Provides Update to Council
Melville City Council received an update from Away We Grow Daycare regarding plans for a new childcare facility.
Mayor Joe Kirwan says childcare availability remains a significant issue for young families, noting some parents are unable to return to the workforce due to a lack of spaces.
Kirwan praised the organization for taking on what he described as a major undertaking and says council recognizes the importance of supporting childcare growth in the community.
While the city is limited in what it can contribute financially, Kirwan says administration will explore ways the municipality can assist and encourage the project moving forward.
He adds childcare shortages are being felt across many communities, making the proposed expansion an important step for Melville’s continued growth.
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