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From the County Executive, appointing Patrick Farley to the position of the Director of the Department of Administrative Services.
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Pursuant to Sec. 59.17(2) Wis. Stats, and subject to confirmation of your Honorable Body, I am pleased to appoint Mr. Patrick J. Farley to the position of Director of the Department of Administrative Services for Milwaukee County.
Mr. Farley's past leadership within key state administrative agencies, legal background, and experience in the private sector and with labor organizations make him an ideal choice for Director of the Department of Administrative Services. Mr. Farley has served as administrator of two divisions of the Wisconsin Department of Administration, and also served as a Milwaukee County assistant district attorney. He has extensive experience in procurement, creating public and private partnerships, risk management and other critical administrative functions and services. He will bring exceptional organizational leadership skills and public policy background to the position.
Mr. Farley will bring to the Department of Administrative Services the strong leadership and vision needed for Milwaukee County government and residents. I urge you to give this appointment your favorable consideration.