Dunkirk Names E.J. Hayes Interim Planning and Development Director

The City of Dunkirk has found someone to fill the seat vacated by former Planning and Development Director Vince DeJoy. On Tuesday, city lawmakers approved the appointment of E.J. Hayes to that position on an interim basis. Mayor Kate Wdowiasz, who was a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Wednesday, says she's very pleased that Hayes has agreed to step up while the city searches for someone to permanently fill the post...

Kate Wdowiasz: Hayes is more than qualified

Hayes has been serving as Deputy Planning and Development Director since 2017. His appointment comes after DeJoy left the city for a job in North Carolina.

Click here to listen to the entire "Viewpoint" interview featuring Mayor Kate Wdowiasz.

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