The Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Garrett Richardson to serve as Director of Public Works, effective December 9, 2025. The appointment was formally approved at the Board’s December 9 meeting.
Richardson previously served as the County’s Deputy Director of Public Works, where he played a key role in managing daily operations, supervising major infrastructure projects, and supporting the department’s long-term planning and maintenance efforts.
A Siskiyou County native, Richardson has been a dedicated member of the Public Works team for 13 years. During that time, he has worked in a variety of positions that allowed him to learn the full scope of the department’s responsibilities, including road and bridge maintenance, engineering, construction management, and oversight of public facilities and critical infrastructure programs. His knowledge of local communities and extensive field experience provide a strong foundation for leading the department into its next chapter.
