Norcross recently named longtime city leader Mary Beth Bender as director of the public works, utilities and parks department. Bender’s role also includes serving as assistant city manager, a new position created to provide support to the city manager, mayor, council, city staff and residents of Norcross. With over 17 years of experience in the city, Bender will be responsible for maintaining the city’s infrastructure and assisting with day-to-day management and operations of the city along with serving as city manager in the absence of key personnel.

The director of public works, utilities, and parks manages the various public works departments such as streets and highways, parks, as well as public utilities, including power, stormwater, and sanitation.