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Nampa public-works administration outlines reorganization, plans to bring more design work in-house
Summary
City staff described a fall 2024 reorganization, an emphasis on customer service and internships, and a plan to shift roughly half of recent external design fees into in‑house personnel — estimated savings about $800,000 annually.
Clay Dulz, speaking for Public Works administration, told the City Council Wednesday that the department completed a reorganization in fall 2024 and is pursuing more in‑house design capacity to reduce contract costs.
“The mission statement for the Public Works admin team is to provide leadership and organizational support for the sustainable development of public works infrastructure for Nampa's future,” Dulz said, summarizing the administration team’s role in finance, safety, communications and departmentwide leadership.
Dulz said the city has averaged about $1,600,000 a year in external design fees over the last three years and plans to reallocate roughly half of that spending into personnel to perform some design work internally. The administration’s preliminary estimate is an $800,000 reduction in external design fees, though Dulz cautioned final budget figures will vary with benefits, healthcare and grant timing.
The presentation also highlighted other administrative priorities: a focused intern program housed in Public Works administration, expanded use of in‑house GIS and design capacity, and public outreach efforts including facility tours and school programs. Dulz pointed to recent awards and recognition for the department as external validation of the reorganization and stewardship goals.
Council members asked timing and budget questions. Dulz said anticipated savings from shifting design work to personnel would begin to show in FY 2026, and that the exact mix will depend on grant receipts and final budget decisions.
The administration’s presentation framed the changes as part of efficiency and stewardship efforts across Public Works and emphasized training, innovation and cross‑departmental support as ongoing priorities.
Looking ahead, Dulz and staff said they will return during the budget process with specific personnel requests and cost details for council approval.
