Charleston hires Berg Engineers as town engineer after council vote

The Charleston Town Council unanimously approved retaining Berg Engineers as the town engineer at its Feb. 5 meeting after the council learned the municipality's current engineer is stepping back for health reasons.

Planner Brian Preece recommended Paul Berg of Berg Engineers, calling him "one of the best engineers and very thorough in his work," and said Berg's local experience fits the town's upcoming projects. Don Sant moved to proceed with Berg Engineers; Scott Solum seconded the motion and the council voted in favor.

Why it matters: The town will rely on its engineer for infrastructure projects, road work and the planned General Plan update. Council members said they welcomed a firm with local experience as the town faces several capital projects.

What’s next: Staff will notify Berg Engineers and integrate the firm into project planning and the upcoming General Plan consultant meetings.