New Edina Public Works Director Takes Over

Editor's Note: The following is a press release from the City of Edina.

Brian Olson, the former Public Works Director for the City of Ramsey, began his new position with the City of Edina May 29.

In his new position, Olson will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Public Works Department, which includes four operating divisions, approximately 50 employees and a $4.1 million budget. The Public Works Department is charged with the day-to-day operation, maintenance and long-range planning of Edina's infrastructure.

During his 12-year career with the City of Ramsey which began in 2000, Olson was promoted in 2006 from City Engineer to Public Works Director/Principal City Engineer, where he worked up until his transition to Edina.

“Brian is the right guy at the right time for our Public Works Department,” said Edina City Manager Scott Neal. “He is an experienced professional who is as much at home in a snow plow as he is in a business meeting setting. He has a strong career of working well with the various disciplines and professions that make up a Public Works Department. I’m also looking forward to the leadership qualities that Brian brings to our organization. He is a great addition to our team.”

A 1992 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Olson holds a bachelor’s degree in civil science and environmental engineering with an emphasis in transportation/surveying. He has been a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota since 1997.

For more information, call the Public Works Department at 952-826-0376.