FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Interim Town Manager Announces New Public Communications Coordinator to Advance Information Governance Goals

Cape Elizabeth, Maine – July 11, 2024 – Interim Town Manager Michael McGovern is pleased to announce the appointment of Susana Measelle Hubbs as the Public Communications Coordinator. This strategic hire aligns with the goals set by the Town Council in 2024 to enhance public communications and ensure robust citizen engagement.

In this newly created full-time position, Susana Measelle Hubbs will integrate the responsibilities of the part-time Webmaster and CETV Coordinator roles. Her primary focus will be on facilitating the dissemination of town news and updates to keep the public engaged, informed, and heard. This will be achieved through the Town’s website, social media accounts, email subscriptions, and local cable services' streaming and broadcasting. Additionally, she will work to enhance citizen engagement using advanced communication platforms.

Although the Public Communications Coordinator is not a department head position, Susana will actively participate in department head meetings and regularly interact with all town departments.

Secondary responsibilities include maintaining the Town’s website to ensure efficient and complete access to all information related to town governance. She will also continue to coordinate and hire staff for CETV productions as needed for all municipal meetings.

“I am pleased that Susana has agreed to expand her role, and I am confident that she will help implement key aspects of the Town Council’s Information Governance strategic goals,” said Interim Town Manager McGovern.

The new position was included in the Town Manager's Update to the Administrative Code, approved by the Town Council on July 8, 2024.

Susana Measelle Hubbs will officially start her new role on Monday, July 15, 2024.