Big Bear Lake welcomes new engineering manager Miguel Cabanas

The City Council meeting on May 14, 2025, in Big Bear Lake highlighted a significant addition to the city’s staff, as the council welcomed Miguel Cabanas as the new engineering manager. This role is crucial for overseeing the city’s engineering operations, including the review of development projects and the implementation of capital improvement programs.

During the meeting, Sean Sullivan introduced Cabanas, emphasizing his impressive background in civil engineering and his commitment to the community. Raised in Azusa, Cabanas holds a degree from Cal Poly Pomona and has extensive experience, including nearly eight years at Fusco Engineering in Los Angeles and a recent position as principal civil engineer in Azusa. His expertise includes managing capital improvement projects such as road work and park enhancements.

Cabanas expressed his enthusiasm for joining the Big Bear Lake community, noting that he and his family have recently moved to the area. He conveyed gratitude for the opportunity to work in a place he considers beautiful and is eager to contribute to the community’s development.

The introduction of Cabanas marks a positive step for the city, as his role will directly impact local infrastructure and development, aligning with the community's growth and improvement goals. The council's recognition of staff contributions and the welcoming of new members like Cabanas reflect a commitment to fostering a strong and engaged municipal workforce.