The annual election of RDEK Chair and Vice Chair was held at the Regional District of East Kootenay this morning and Electoral Area C Director Rob Gay will continue on as Chair for 2016.

RDEK Board Chair Rob Gay

“I appreciate the confidence of my fellow Directors in re-electing me as Chair and I look forward to another productive year,” says Gay. This will be the Electoral Area C Director’s fifth term as RDEK Chair. He has been on the Board since 2005.

Electoral Area F Director Wendy Booth was re-elected as Vice Chair for a fourth term. “I have really enjoyed being Vice Chair and look forward to continuing to work with Chair Gay and the Board to advance our priorities for the coming year.”

The RDEK celebrated its 50th anniversary this week. In honour of the landmark milestone, the Board, staff, former Chairs and dignitaries gathered for a special dinner Thursday night, which included presentations that highlighted moments and memories over the past half century.

One of the dignitaries was Minister Bennett, who is seen above being surprised with a gift from the RDEK board, presented by Area A Director Mike Sosnowski.

In addition, the RDEK Board of Directors has approved an updated logo for the organization. The new logo includes the addition of a sun over the mountain and will be gradually transitioned into use over the next few months.