Presenter: Liam Garland, Public Works Director, City of Berkeley

Please join us for a wide ranging discussion on the scope of Public Works responsibilities, the often-discussed reorganization of the Public Works Department, the status of infrastructure in Berkeley and upcoming projects, and a recap of funding for infrastructure in the wake of the defeat of the most recent bond ballot measure.

More than 325 public works staff are responsible for the City’s extensive network of public infrastructure, including 214 miles of streets, 400 miles of sanitary sewers and 78 miles of storm water piping, 30 green infrastructure installations, 8,000+ streetlights, 3,750 parking meters, 54 public buildings, and waste, recycling, and composting for all of Berkeley’s residents and businesses. Mr Garland will recap this effort and approaches to stay current with infrastructure needs.

Mr Garland worked for the City of Alameda Public Works Department for almost eight years, serving for almost three years as its director. He was appointed Berkeley’s Public Works Director in July 2020. He holds a law degree from UC Berkeley School of Law.

Location: AIA East Bay Conference Room, Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way #310, Berkeley, CA 94709.

Many thanks to AIA East Bay for hosting this event!