TRANSPORTATION, WATER & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE
Meeting Date: June 23, 2025
Subject: RECEIVE update from Public Works staff on hiring status associated with integrated pest management activities.
Submitted For: Chris Lau || Assistant Director | PUBLIC WORKS
Department: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Referral No:
Referral Name:
Presenter: Chris Lau || Assistant Director | PUBLIC WORKS
Contact: Chris Lau | (925) 313-7002
Referral History:
The Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee (TWIC) directed staff at the December 9, 2024 TWIC meeting to return in six months to provide a brief update on hiring status to track progress related to integrated pest management.
Referral Update:
In the last six months, Public Works has
• Recruited for the position of Vegetation Management Technician and filled one position;
• Filled one Senior Vegetation Management Technician position; and
• Entered into a contract with Civicorps, as a pilot contract for one year, to provide vegetation management services.
Another recruitment for Vegetation Management Technician will be announced in the coming quarter.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
RECEIVE update from Public Works staff on hiring status associated with integrated pest management activities.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
None.