Public Works Director Ryan Burfiend joins us to talk about all things public works! From snowplows and streetlights to clean drinking water and brand-new treatment plants, Ryan’s team keeps Cottage Grove running smoothly in every season. He shares how growing up on a farm and job-shadowing a city engineer in high school set him on this path, plus the pride of seeing roads, parks, and projects come to life across the city.

And when he’s not managing 4,000 streetlights or planning the next big infrastructure project, you’ll probably find him chasing tacos or hiking through a national park with his family.

Enjoy!

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