City Manager

About The City Manager

Scott Hildebrand commenced his duties as City Manager on May 30th, 2011.

Prior to moving his family to Brandon in 2007, Scott grew up and lived in Regina and has also lived in Calgary and Winnipeg. He has worked with Frito Lay Canada, a division of Pepsico, holding multiple roles within the company with the main focus being sales and sales management. Scott’s 15 year career has provided him with a wealth of experience in managing, coaching, training, and developing people and large successful teams.

Scott left Frito Lay in 2007 and moved his family to Brandon to take on a role with McKenzie Seeds. As Vice President and General Manager, his role was to build sales and relationships and move the company to the next level. A successful transition from their historic 110+ year facility in downtown Brandon has made McKenzie not only more profitable but significantly more efficient.

Scott attended the University of Regina and received a diploma in both business and marketing. Scott has spent the last few years as a director on the Brandon Chamber of Commerce Board, with his last role being that of Secretary Treasurer.

Scott and his family consider Brandon their home and where they want to remain for the long term. He and his wife have two children.

The City Manager’s Role

The City Manager is the senior appointed official of the City and is the main liaison between Council and Administration. It is the City Manager’s role to assist Council in setting the direction of the City by providing guidance and advice based on trends and best practices in other jurisdictions as well as leading the development of the City’s strategic plan. He works closely with counterparts in other cities, and with the Federal and Provincial government officials on a variety of issues affecting Brandon. The City Manager engages people, organizations and partners in developing goals, executing plans, and delivering results. He stays in tune with the community at large and seeks feedback to ensure the City is providing relevant services. He is responsible for ensuring that the affairs of the City are carried out in accordance with the applicable legislation, policies, or plans established by Federal, Provincial, or local government.

The City Manager is responsible for overseeing the following civic departments:

• City Clerk’s Department
• Corporate Services
• Development Services
• Emergency Communications
• Fire & Emergency Services
• Human Resources
• Operational Services
• Police Service

The City Manager’s duties are specifically set out in a by-law, passed by the Council. Many of these responsibilities and corresponding authorities have been delegated to the appropriate department by way of delegation letters.

The City Manager’s Office is located on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 410-9th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A2. We welcome your suggestions, questions and involvement in City business.