Eric Stevens | 98.3 The Dove

A GoCOMO bus in downtown Columbia (June 30, 2022 file photo courtesy of Columbia Public Works spokesman John Ogan)

You have an opportunity this (Thursday) afternoon to meet the three finalists for the Columbia public works director position.

The three finalists are Eric Stevens, Springfield assistant public works director Martin Gugel and Shane Creech, who’s been at Columbia Public Works for 14 years. Mr. Stevens has 25 years of experience and has worked for the Army Corps of Engineers.

Today’s meet-and-greet is from 5:30 to 6:30 at the REDI hub on Walnut in downtown Columbia.