City names Merrill new Public Works Director

The City of San Bernardino has appointed Lynn Merrill the city’s new Public Works Director. Merrill has 40 years of experience in public works and waste management, with part of his career having been served at the City previously.

“Lynn Merrill has a wealth of knowledge and experience, and we are thrilled that he is back in San Bernardino,” said City Manager Charles Montoya. “With his proven track record, our Public Works Department could not be in better hands.”

After working with the City of San Bernardino for ten years, he left to form Lynn Merrill and Associates, Inc., an environmental and public works consulting firm. Merrill served in interim capacities as Public Works Director for the cities of San Jacinto and Hemet, Public Works Supervisor for the City of Perris, and Fleet Manager for the cities of Corona and Huntington Beach. He also consulted with many cities in the Inland Empire, over the past 20 years.

Merrill had been serving as San Bernardino’s Interim Public Works Director since December 2023. His appointment will be effective February 5, 2024.