In 1998, 23 municipalities, 13 public utility commissions, and 5 police districts merged into one amalgamated municipal government. Subsequent to the original amalgamation, health services, social housing services and Provincial Offences Court have also been added to the municipal structure. One hundred and fifty-six elected representatives reduced to eighteen, to govern an area of 2,494 square kilometres with a population of approximately 110,000. The leadership that was necessary for this significant restructuring has been and continues to be the catalyst for change in Chatham-Kent. The combination of strong leadership from our elected representatives, supported by a professional and proactive administration,

has created a responsive and dedicated municipal government to provide quality services effectively and efficiently to the Chatham-Kent taxpayers. Together we are exceeding in developing a community in which we can all be truly proud. Click on the useful links on the right-hand side of this page to learn more about this Municipal Council's Directions.