Office of the CAO

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is appointed by Council and is responsible for management of the City's daily operations. Michael Bradley is the City of Brantford's CAO. 

City programs and services

Guided by the policies and priorities of Council, the CAO leads and brings together the efforts of all departments, ensuring that the City's programs and services meet the demands and expectations of the community.

The City's 4 Commissions and various departments provide specific public services as follows:

  • Community Development - Planning, Building, Development Engineering, Property Standards 
  • Community Services and Social Development  - Children's Services, Family and Income Stability, Housing and Homelessness,  Senior Management Liaison with Brantford Public Library, Brant County Health Unit and John Noble Home
  • Corporate Services - Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Clerks and Licensing, Legal Services including Provincial Offences Court
  • Public Works - Engineering Services, Operational Services, Parks and Recreation Services, Environmental Services, Fleet and Transit Services,  Facilities, Special Projects
  • Communications, Community Engagement and Customer Service 
  • Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives, Real Estate Services
  • Fire and Emergency Management, By-law and Security