{"id":78439,"date":"2026-08-14T10:57:01","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T14:57:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=78439"},"modified":"2026-08-14T10:57:01","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T14:57:01","slug":"genesee-county-city-of-batavia-appoints-adam-rush-as-director-of-public-works","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2026\/08\/14\/genesee-county-city-of-batavia-appoints-adam-rush-as-director-of-public-works\/","title":{"rendered":"GENESEE COUNTY\/City of Batavia appoints Adam Rush as Director of Public Works"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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BATAVIA, NY \u2013 The City of Batavia announces the appointment of Adam Rush as the City\u2019s Director of Public Works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rush participated in the City\u2019s active recruitment and competitive search process and was identified as the top candidate for the position. He brings extensive municipal, public works, utility, and project management experience to the City. His professional background includes service in the United States Navy, work as an operator at Western New York Energy, service as Chief Operator of the Village of Albion Water Treatment Plant, and, most recently, work as a Project Manager with Wendel Companies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

As Director of Public Works, Rush will oversee the City\u2019s public works operations and a significant portfolio of ongoing and planned capital projects. These include wastewater treatment plant upgrades, pump station improvements, water main replacements, the Richmond Avenue corridor street project, participation in the Genesee County Phase III Water Project, replacement of the City\u2019s water storage tank, lead service line identification and replacement, and the Swan Street sidewalk project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAdam displayed a strong level of technical knowledge in both project management and public works throughout the interview process. Over the past two years, we have also had the opportunity to work with Adam on various wastewater and stormwater projects, so we have seen firsthand his ability to understand complex municipal infrastructure issues and move projects forward,\u201d said City Manager Rachael J. Tabelski. \u201cAdam is also a strong leader who can bring organizational change, greater efficiency, and new technology to the Department of Public Works while supporting and developing the talented staff already working for the City.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rush has worked with and on behalf of numerous municipalities throughout Upstate New York on water, wastewater, building, drainage, infrastructure, and capital planning projects. He also has experience with grant development, strategic planning, and project delivery, assisting municipal clients in obtaining more than $30 million in grant funding over the past two years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rush\u2019s leadership philosophy centers on effective communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. He is committed to working closely with City employees, residents, elected officials, municipal partners, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure that the Department of Public Works continues to provide reliable services while advancing the City\u2019s long-term infrastructure and capital improvement goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI am excited for the opportunity to join the City of Batavia and work alongside the dedicated employees of the Department of Public Works,\u201d said Rush. \u201cI look forward to building on the department\u2019s strengths, supporting our staff, improving the way we deliver services, and working collaboratively to advance the many important infrastructure projects underway throughout the City.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rush holds an Associate of Science degree in Wildlife Conservation and a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). He resides with his family in the Town of Gains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Press release\/provided photo BATAVIA, NY \u2013 The City of Batavia announces the appointment of Adam Rush as the City\u2019s Director of Public Works. Rush participated in the City\u2019s active recruitment and competitive search process and was identified as the top candidate for the position. He brings extensive municipal, public works, utility, \u2026<\/p>\n

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