Council has officially appointed the next Muskoka District Chair.
Jeff Lehman was named to the office after a secret ballot vote by council.
Six candidates were in the running.
A news release says as Mayor of Barrie from 2010-2022, Jeff Lehman became a nationally recognized leader for the way he has brought together his community to respond to crises and to confront strategic challenges.
An urban planner and economist by background, Jeff and his partner Carolina have four children and a deep love for Muskoka
Chair Lehman will lead the next district council meeting, scheduled for December 19.
Jeff Lehman Appointed District Of Muskoka Chair

Incoming Muskoka Chair Jeff Lehman received the chain of office from former chair John Klinck.