Management Team
We work to promote cooperation among the council, staff, and citizens in developing city policies, and building a sense of community.
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
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
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
Travis Warneke has been here at Happy Valley since 2012 and has been the City’s Finance Director since 2018. Prior to coming to the City, Travis worked for a CPA firm performing a wide range of governmental audits all across Oregon. Travis has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Linfield College and earned his CPA license in 2011. ... Read More
Travis Warneke has been here at Happy Valley since 2012 and has been the City’s Finance Director since 2018. Prior to coming to the City, Travis worked for a CPA firm performing a wide range of governmental audits all across Oregon. Travis has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Linfield College and earned his CPA license in 2011. The Finance Department manages the City’s financial reporting, budgeting, long-term financial planning, payroll, accounts payable and all other accounting duties. 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 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
Ivy Markesino
Human Resources Director
Ivy Markesino is the Human Resources Director for the City of Happy Valley. In her role, she provides Human Resources leadership and support for City employees as well as candidates applying for employment with the City. Ivy manages recruitment and retention, employee relations, employee training and development, employee benefit and wellness programs, provides guidance for operational managers, as well as ... Read More
Ivy Markesino is the Human Resources Director for the City of Happy Valley. In her role, she provides Human Resources leadership and support for City employees as well as candidates applying for employment with the City. Ivy manages recruitment and retention, employee relations, employee training and development, employee benefit and wellness programs, provides guidance for operational managers, as well as City classification and compensation programs. She has worked for the City since 2019. Prior to joining the City, she has held human resources leadership roles in both private and public sector. Ivy has a Master of Business Administration from Marylhurst University and Bachelor of Science is Business Management with a Human Resources Management Certificate from Northern Arizona University. Less