Public Works Department

The mission of Coburg Public Works is to effectively and efficiently maintain and develop Coburg's public infrastructure. We provide essential services in the areas of streets, water, wastewater, parks, code enforcement, and management of public spaces. Coburg Public Works work to ensure that our City grows and develops to enhance the quality of life for our residents, businesses and visitors in the most practical, useful, economical, safe, and beneficial way.

Emergency Pager: 541-683-0081

Brian Harmon, Public Works Director

Brian started working for the City of Coburg in June 2013. Since then, he has earned three professional certificates: Wastewater Treatment Grade III, Wastewater Collection Grade II, and Water Distribution I Backflow Specialist. Brian’s favorite thing about working in Public Works is “the team and variety of work we do”. The wildest thing Brian has seen working for Public Works in Coburg is a naked woman riding a bicycle down Pearl Street. From Harrisburg, Oregon, his favorite thing to do in his free time is to hunt. Perhaps that is why if Brian could have any superpower, it would be super sight so he could see things from very far away. Brian wants you to know that Public Works comes to work every day to try and provide the highest quality of service. “We want to make sure that you feel like you are getting what you pay for!”, he exclaimed. Brian would also like to thank the residents and City Council for supporting the Public Works Department, stating, “It means a lot to the crew members.”

Grant Richardson, Public Works Operator/Utility Worker

In February 2019, Grant started with the Public Works Department. The wildest thing he’ seen was the 2020 summer wildfires and his favorite thing about working here is being able to work with a great group of guys and interacting with the community’s residents. From Harrisburg, Oregon, Grant enjoys hanging out with his wife and skiing or snowboarding in the winter. Grant wishes he had the ability to slow time, “that way I could enjoy more moments thoroughly.” He thinks it is important for people to remember that Public Works are human too, “we’re out here every day giving our best and we appreciate kind words and compliments when people see us.” Next time you see Grant, throw him a wave or thumbs up!

Jacob Suttles, Utility Worker

Jacob started working with the City in September 2020. The wildest thing he’s seen so far is a giant tree that had fallen over at the corner of Skinner and Pearl. From Harrisburg, Oregon, his favorite thing about working in Public Works is “the crew I work with and that everyday I am doing something different.” Are you picking up on a theme here? Jacob likes to fish, hunt and spend his free time outside. He would choose flying as his superpower so he could get places faster.

Dax Wilson, Utility Worker

Dax Wilson started in Public Works for Coburg in 2022. He grew up in Harrisburg where he has spent most of his life. Dax was a star athlete in High School and love to fish and watch football.