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Redwood City Manager Melissa Stevenson Díaz announced the appointment of Tanisha Werner as the new Director of Engineering and Transportation.
“We are delighted to welcome Tanisha back to Redwood City,” stated Stevenson Díaz. “Her engineering background and commitment to community service make her the perfect person for this position. “We look forward to his leadership to advance our city’s infrastructure and transportation initiatives.”
Werner, who will begin his duties on July 15, has more than 18 years of progressive responsibility experience in civil engineering, with a focus on infrastructure projects that benefit the public.
Most recently, Werner held the position of Deputy Director of Infrastructure at SamTrans, where she worked on managing the design and construction of critical infrastructure for the transition to zero emissions.
Previously, she served as Deputy Director of Public Works/Municipal Engineer for the City of Menlo Park, where she oversaw a $100 million Capital Improvements Program and led a team responsible for reviewing private development and utility sections. .
Werner's previous career included progressively responsible positions in the cities of Sunnyvale and Santa Clara, and the Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District. Most notably, she began her public service career in Redwood City as an associate engineer, managing roadway resurfacing programs and capital improvement projects.
Werner holds a master's degree in Public Administration from San Jose State University and a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Fresno State University.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the Redwood City Engineering and Transportation Department. This city holds a special place in my heart as the starting point of my career in public service. I am committed to leveraging my experience to improve our city's infrastructure and to working collaboratively with our community to achieve our goals,” Werner said.
As Director of Engineering and Transportation, Werner will oversee land use and development functions, including land development, engineering and transportation.
Additionally, you will have functional responsibility for the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) of the city, which covers public services, civic projects and construction inspections.
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