Former Dunedin City Council infrastructure and networks general manager Ruth Stokes has left the council. Photo: Gregor RichardsonThe Dunedin City Council manager whose approach earned her the nickname ''Ruthless'' has quit. Dr Bidrose said Mrs Stokes wanted to pursue ''personal projects'' after nearly three years working for the council. Her departure ended a turbulent time at the DCC, during which Mrs Stokes tackled some of the biggest challenges facing the council and ratepayers. Mayor Dave Cull said yesterday Mrs Stokes had been a ''very straight shooter'' but was recruited to drive change in key areas.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 06, 2017 16:07 UTC