The City of Folsom has appointed Rebecca Neves as its new public works director, effective September 1. With a strong background in civil engineering and public service, Neves will oversee the city’s public works initiatives, including infrastructure planning and maintenance, transportation systems, and priority capital improvement projects.
“Rebecca is a bold and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of delivering high-impact projects,” City Manager Bryan Whitemyer said. “Her creative thinking, strong leadership skills, and extensive engineering background make her well-prepared to lead Folsom’s public works team and guide development partnerships that serve the community.”
Neves has served as Folsom city engineer since 2023, overseeing key community development projects. In her expanded role, she will hold both titles of public works director and city engineer, advancing infrastructure priorities through collaborative partnerships and grant-funded opportunities.
Prior to joining Folsom, Neves was city engineer for Placerville, where she led several successful initiatives, including community-supported infrastructure and safety projects, while securing nearly $53 million in state and federal grant funding. Her career experience includes managing state permits, wastewater treatment operations, utility project delivery, and public safety initiatives.
“I am honored to serve as Folsom’s public works director. Our dedicated team plays an important role in the community’s daily life, from maintaining safe streets and reliable infrastructure to providing essential services,” Neves said. “I look forward to continuing my dedicated service to Folsom and its residents, focusing on excellent customer service and advancing projects that will benefit the community today and for future generations.”
Neves earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Sacramento State and is a licensed civil engineer. She also holds a master’s degree in public administration from Grand Canyon University.
Her work has earned recognition including Project of the Year from the American Public Works Association and Innovative Project of the Year from the Women’s Transportation Seminar. She serves on statewide committees such as the Highway Bridge Program Committee and the Highway Safety Improvement Program Committee and is the incoming president of the Public Works Officers Department of the League of California Cities.
Outside of her professional career, Neves, her husband Ryan, and their daughters Dylan and Reese enjoy traveling, game nights, and volunteering in their church and community.
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