Truro City Council Welcomes New an Interim Town Clerk and a new Deputy Town Clerk

Truro City Council has announced the appointment of an Interim Town Clerk and a Deputy Town Clerk as part of its efforts to ensure continued service delivery and strategic development for the city.

The Council, having been without a permanent Town Clerk for several months, has embarked on a recruitment process expected to last up to six months. In the interim, David Rodda MBE steps in to fill the vacancy, bringing over two decades of experience in economic development, grant delivery, and town regeneration within Cornwall.

David, recently serving as the Economic Growth Manager for Cornwall Council, joined Truro City Council on Monday, 11th March. His appointment comes at a crucial time, with Truro Mayor Carol Swain highlighting the pressing need for experienced leadership to advance urgent tasks and projects. The Council has faced challenges managing operations due to a depleted senior management structure, making David’s secondment a pivotal moment for Truro.

In addition to David’s appointment, the Council has welcomed Esther Grieg as its first-ever Deputy Town Clerk. Esther, transitioning from her role as Camelford Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, joins the team with a wealth of experience spanning 13 years in municipal governance and a strong background in financial services. Her new role, commenced on Monday, 4th March, positions her as a key player in addressing Truro’s financial and service delivery challenges.

Carol Swain expressed gratitude towards Richard Budge and Joanne Trevelyan, among others, for their dedication during the transitional period. Richard, having served as the Council’s Acting Proper Officer, will return to his role as Head of Parks, Amenities & Facilities, while Esther assumes responsibilities as the Responsible Financial Officer.

Esther’s move to Truro comes at a time of significant opportunity and challenge for the city, including the Truro Town Deal programme and the development of Pydar and Langarth Garden Village projects. She voiced her enthusiasm for contributing to Truro’s future, emphasising the importance of addressing housing pressures, the decline of retail centres, and the cost of living crisis.

With these strategic appointments, Truro City Council is poised to navigate the complexities of local governance, leveraging the expertise of David and Esther to foster economic growth, community development, and service enhancement for the benefit of Truro and its residents.