OVERTON TO HEAD CARY INSPECTIONS & PERMITS DEPARTMENT

CARY , NC – Russ Overton has been chosen to serve as the Town of Cary ’s Inspections & Permits Department Director.  Overton, 34, has been with the Town of Cary Engineering Department since June 22, 1998 , most recently serving as the Engineering Field Services Manager.  Overton replaces Bob Strowbridge who left the position this summer.

“Russ’ experience, approach, and commitment make him an outstanding staff member, and he will do an excellent job in his new role with the Town,” said Interim Town Manager Ben Shivar.  “I very much appreciate his interest in taking on increased responsibilities for the citizens of Cary and look forward to the leadership he will bring to this important department.”

“ Cary is an excellent place to live and work, and this is a remarkable opportunity to continue to promote Cary ’s exemplary quality of life,” said Overton.  “I’m looking forward to working closely with everyone in the department in continuing to provide excellent service to our citizens and our customers.”

Overton graduated from N.C. State University in 1996 with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.  He then worked for a private engineering firm for two years prior to joining the Town of Cary as an Engineer.  He was promoted to the Engineering Field Services Manager position in 2007.  Also, he is a registered professional engineer.

Overton has overseen many major projects with the Town, including: construction of the USA Baseball National Training Complex; NC 54 ( Chapel Hill Road ) widening; and the ongoing Kildaire Farm Road widening.

Earlier this summer, Overton was one of 16 graduates from the Town’s nationally recognized Leadership Enhancement and Development (LEAD) program. 

Overton and his wife, Kristy, have three daughters.

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