The Township of Lanark Highlands is pleased to announce the hiring of Kathryn Maton as the new Manager of Public Works. Kathryn brings 17 years of experience in the public and private sectors, with expertise in municipal infrastructure, public works operations, and environmental technology.
Her extensive background includes roles as a GIS Specialist and Senior Environmental Technologist in the private sector, as well as municipal positions with Mississippi Mills, the Town of Perth, and the City of Kingston. Most recently, she served as Supervisor, Public Works – Roads at the City of Kingston, where she led a team of approximately 80 unionized employees, overseeing winter control, asphalt and concrete maintenance, drainage operations, and contract administration.
Kathryn holds several industry certifications, including Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI), and Municipal Infrastructure Contract Administrator (MICA) with the Ontario Association of Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). She also possesses a GIS certificate and a DZ license.
CAO Charbonneau-Dent shared that "throughout the recruitment process, Kathryn’s technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and leadership abilities stood out, along with her passion, adaptability, and integrity. We are confident she will be a valuable addition to our team and look forward to her contributions in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of public works services for our community."
