By JULIE CUNNINGHAM
(Greenfield, MA) Paul Newell has been promoted to the position of Deputy Director of the Department of Public Works in Greenfield and also to the position of Tree Warden, according to a recent press release put out by the Mayor’s office.
According to Mayor Wedegartner, “As we all know, this is a huge role for the DPW and city and I’m glad to have this position filled so quickly. Paul Newell’s years of existing DPW service will be an incredible asset to the Greenfield DPW and I thank him for his extraordinary service.”
Newell has been an employee of the Greenfield Department of Public Works for 32 years. He officially started his new position on January 4.
Greenfield DPW Director Warner stated, “Paul brings a wealth of knowledge to the position of Deputy Director. This will be key in meeting both the city’s and the DPW’s missions and goals. He will be a great asset to the city in this new role and will be overseeing special projects, operations, staff training, and serving as the city’s Tree Warden.”