Drew Raessler was tapped as Cobb County’s new transportation director after he served on an interim basis for the past three months.
Cobb County commissioners unanimously approved Raessler’s appointment during their meeting Aug. 10.
“We’re just so happy to have you move into this role,” Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid said. “We are grateful for your service to the county, for your helpfulness to us as commissioners and we look forward to working with you as director.”
Raessler had been serving as the interim Department of Transportation director since May.
Raessler is a University of Georgia graduate who has a master’s degree in civil engineering from Kennesaw State University.
He began his career in Cobb in 2011, when he became an engineering technician for the department. He quickly rose the ranks and in 2016 he was hired as the director of transportation and public works for the unified government of Athens-Clark County. He served in that role until 2019 when he returned to Cobb County as the transportation department’s deputy director.
Raessler accepted the position, with his wife and three children. After the appointment, he thanked his family and the commission for their support.
“Coming out of college into a difficult job market, and the county gave me a chance as an unpaid intern,” Raessler said. “So many people over those years have invested in me and poured into me and really been a great support. So it’s been a wonderful place to work after being in Athens for a few years.”
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