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Metro Vancouver’s top executive, Jerry Dobrovolny, is stepping down just before a pivotal municipal election amid mounting scandal — including a $3.5 billion wastewater plant cost overrun and a defamation lawsuit. The board, led by Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley, says the timing is right for change as they push for sweeping governance reforms, including a new oversight board with elected officials and outside experts. Heather McNell is now acting as interim chief administrative officer, with no timeline set for a permanent replacement — while essential services remain unaffected.

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