VLGA Board Office Bearer Appointment 

Statement from the VLGA CEO & Returning Officer - Kathryn Arndt 

I am delighted to announce that Cr Janet Pearce from Macedon Ranges Shire has recently been appointed Vice President of the VLGA. 

This follows the appointment of former Vice President Cr Grace La Vella to the position of President in November. 

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Cr Pearce on her appointment and I look forward to working with her as the VLGA continues its journey in inspiring and supporting councillors in good governance and empowering them to be high calibre leaders and ethical decision makers. 

Cr Pearce, who has commenced her third term as a Councillor at Macedon Ranges, will replace Cr Grace La Vella who was promoted to VLGA President in November following the council elections. 

Statement from Incoming VLGA Vice President Cr Janet Pearce

I am honoured to be elected as Vice President of the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) Board. 

The VLGA has a proven track record of collectively supporting councils and councillors to perform at the highest level, so that they are best place to deliver consistent and enduring outcomes for their communities. I am excited to play an instrumental role in that journey. 

I look forward to working with the VLGA’s CEO, Kathryn Arndt, VLGA President, Cr Grace La Vella, the VLGA team and my fellow Board members in progressing the organisation’s key strategic objectives and continuing to support councillors across the local government sector in good governance and effective leadership.