Development News for Merrimack, New Hampshire

Marramac Public Works Director Discusses Department Operations and Community Initiatives

Nicholas Lavali interviewed Don Twala, the Director of Public Works for the town of Marramac, discussing the department's various divisions, common misconceptions, and community outreach initiatives. Twala detailed the six divisions: administration, engineering, buildings and grounds, equipment maintenance, highway, and solid waste/wastewater. He highlighted the department's role in maintaining roads, drainage, sidewalks, and ball fields, as well as managing the transfer station and wastewater. Twala also touched upon community programs like 'Touch a Truck' for children, highway cleanups, and the availability of rain barrels and compost bins. He emphasized the department's 'first responder' status during emergencies and its role in serving other town departments. The interview also included personal insights into Twala's career, motivations, and work-life balance.