In a surprising turn of events, the City of Cornwall has announced today that it is parting ways with Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Mathieu Fleury after just a year in the role. The announcement came without much context.

In an official statement, Cornwall City Council thanked Fleury for his contributions over the past year, expressing sincere gratitude for his work and dedication to the city. However, the reasons behind his sudden departure remain unclear, leaving too much room for speculation.

For now, Tracey Bailey, the city’s General Manager of Financial Services and Treasurer, will serve as interim CAO while the search for a permanent replacement begins. The city has emphasized that the hiring process will be thorough, but it’s unclear how long this process will take.

The City of Cornwall stated that it will not be providing any further comments at this time.