Dedicated City Servant Takes Over As Public Works Director

REDWOOD CITY, CA -- The city announced Monday the appointment of Terence T. Kyaw as the new public works services director effective Dec. 10, following an open and competitive recruitment process.

Prior to his appointment as director, Kyaw was the acting public works director since June, and he previously held the position of assistant director for six years.

"With his education and experience, TK is well-grounded in the breadth of Redwood City's public works operations and has developed strong working relationships with public works staff and the community," City Manager Melissa Stevenson Diaz said. "TK is solutions oriented, values collaboration and is committed to continuous improvement and staff development. His appointment will serve the city well now and into the future as we move forward with several major capital investments to support the community's infrastructure needs."

Kyaw began his career in public works by working his way up from an equipment services worker to fleet manager before becoming the assistant director in 2012.

"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the city of Redwood City and Redwood City community as public works services director," Kyaw said. "I look forward to building upon an already strong relationship with the local community to support public works operations, furthering staff training and professional development and providing the best value and quality of services to our customers."

The city's Public Works Services Department maintains the city's infrastructure involving water, sewer, storm drain, trees and sidewalks and streets. The department also supports the city's environmental initiatives and programs.

For more information about the Redwood City Public Works Services Department, go here.

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