CORTLAND, N.Y. (WHCU) — Cortland County has a new planner, but the job has evolved. 

Legislative Chairman Kevin Fitch says the role of planning director will now include economic development. 

The role is expanding. 

The Cortland County Legislature approved last week the appointment of Tricia Hiemstra, who will return to the position of planning director on April 24. 

FULL INTERVIEW: Kevin Fitch on Ithaca’s Morning News