VIEW MANAGEMENT TEAM ANNUAL REPORTS
Ben Bryant Assistant City Manager
Ben Bryant is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Happy Valley. In his current role, he provides oversight for the Library, Information Technology, Human Resources, and City Recording. Ben also manages all franchise and right-of-way agreements, leads policy analysis, and assists the City Manager. In 2017, he was selected by his peers to serve on the Board of ...Read More »
Ben Bryant is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Happy Valley. In his current role, he provides oversight for the Library, Information Technology, Human Resources, and City Recording. Ben also manages all franchise and right-of-way agreements, leads policy analysis, and assists the City Manager. In 2017, he was selected by his peers to serve on the Board of Directors of the Oregon City/County Management Association. He has worked for the City since 2015. Prior to joining Happy Valley, he served five years with the City of Tualatin, first as a Management Analyst and later as the Economic Development Manager. Ben has a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Willamette University.« Less
Barbara Muller, CPA Director of Finance
Barbara Muller has worked in finance since 1992. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Dallas in 1996 and became a CPA in 2001. She also worked off and on in the technology sector since 1977. Her first technology position was while serving in the United States Air Force from 1977 – ...Read More »
Barbara Muller has worked in finance since 1992. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Dallas in 1996 and became a CPA in 2001. She also worked off and on in the technology sector since 1977. Her first technology position was while serving in the United States Air Force from 1977 - 1981. She continued her work in the technology sector while earning her degree and transitioning to a career in finance. Barbara has worked in the private sector but prefers the intricacies of working in government. She finds working at the City of Happy Valley during this time of growth and change both challenging and rewarding.« Less
Michael D. Walter, AICP Economic & Community Development Director
Michael D. Walter, AICP is the City’s Economic & Community Development Director, managing the four Divisions (Economic Development, Planning, Engineering and Building) that comprise the overall Department. The City’s Economic & Community Development Department is responsible for all facets of growth management and land use, construction, and building permit issuance within the city limits. Michael has a Master’s Degree in ...Read More »
Michael D. Walter, AICP is the City’s Economic & Community Development Director, managing the four Divisions (Economic Development, Planning, Engineering and Building) that comprise the overall Department. The City’s Economic & Community Development Department is responsible for all facets of growth management and land use, construction, and building permit issuance within the city limits. Michael has a Master’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning and a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of Oregon.« Less
Steve Campbell Director of Community Services & Public Safety
Steve Campbell, an Oregon native, began his public service career in 1994 and joined Happy Valley in 2003. He began as the Director of Community Services and Public Safety. Prior to that, Campbell worked for government agencies at the federal, state, county and municipal level. In his role as Director of Public Safety, he manages the Police Services Contract, Code ...Read More »
Steve Campbell, an Oregon native, began his public service career in 1994 and joined Happy Valley in 2003. He began as the Director of Community Services and Public Safety. Prior to that, Campbell worked for government agencies at the federal, state, county and municipal level. In his role as Director of Public Safety, he manages the Police Services Contract, Code Enforcement/Animal Control, Municipal Court and Emergency Management. In addition to his public safety role, Campbell also serves as the Director of Community Services and the City’s Public Information Officer. He is responsible for the management of public relations, marketing, communications, community events, government awareness education programs, youth council, passport program, and various permit services. He has a longstanding commitment to public service and a passion for good government and the community he serves.« Less
Chris Randall Public Works Director
Chris Randall became a Public Works Director in 2004 and has been here at Happy Valley since 2008. Randall was born and raised in Portland Metro area and has a high level of understanding about public infrastructure throughout the region. Certifications from the State of Oregon include; water operator, wastewater operator and cross connection specialist. Randall’s vast experience includes; project ...Read More »
Chris Randall became a Public Works Director in 2004 and has been here at Happy Valley since 2008. Randall was born and raised in Portland Metro area and has a high level of understanding about public infrastructure throughout the region. Certifications from the State of Oregon include; water operator, wastewater operator and cross connection specialist. Randall’s vast experience includes; project administration, fleet management, facility management, transportation and maintenance, water system management, wastewater and storm system management, parks and recreation and emergency management. With a personal passion for providing a high level of customer service, the Public Works Department strives to be there when you need them.« Less
Doris Grolbert Library Director
Doris Grolbert began her library career with Clackamas County in 1981, working at the Clackamas Town Center Library; the first library in the United States located in an indoor shopping mall. Grolbert was appointed as the Library Director in 1996. During her time with Clackamas County, Doris managed the Oak Lodge, Sunnyside, and Hoodland libraries. In July of 2015, the ...Read More »
Doris Grolbert began her library career with Clackamas County in 1981, working at the Clackamas Town Center Library; the first library in the United States located in an indoor shopping mall. Grolbert was appointed as the Library Director in 1996. During her time with Clackamas County, Doris managed the Oak Lodge, Sunnyside, and Hoodland libraries. In July of 2015, the Happy Valley Library joined the City of Happy Valley. She feels that it is a joy to provide service to a community that she believes in and loves.« Less