27-05-2025
Charlottetown police chief Brad MacConnell appointed as city's new CAO
Charlottetown's police chief is taking on a new leadership role at city hall.
Brad MacConnell, who has served as Chief of Police since 2021, has been named the city's next Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective June 16.
The announcement was made by city council on Monday.
"Having someone who has been in a key leadership role within our city who already understands the inner workings of our community ensures we have a strong, steady hand guiding us as we continue to build a city that's responsive, resilient and ready for the future," Mayor Philip Brown was quoted as saying in a news release.
MacConnell has been with Charlottetown Police Services for 30 years and currently oversees a 100-member force and a $17-million annual budget.
In his role as police chief, he has also worked on broader municipal and provincial initiatives related to housing, transportation, mental health and addictions, and justice, the release said.
MacConnell said he's honoured by the appointment and excited to take on the new challenge.
"Having worked alongside so many dedicated people over the years, I know first-hand the passion and dedication that drive this organization. This city means a great deal to me, and I look forward to continuing to serving it in this new role," MacConnell was quoted as saying.
The CAO is responsible for managing the City of Charlottetown's financial, human and physical resources, overseeing a team of 484 employees, 250 of whom are full-time, and setting priorities for all departments and divisions to ensure alignment with city council's goals.
