Zach Blodgett is the Deputy Director of Public Works for the City of Montpelier, Vermont, where he has played a pivotal role in strengthening the city’s emergency management framework. His expertise spans infrastructure resilience, disaster response coordination, and hazard mitigation planning. With a background in public works engineering and emergency management, Zach has led efforts to enhance stormwater systems and secure funding for critical infrastructure improvements.
Zach’s dedication to the public works sector extends beyond Montpelier. He is an active member of the New England Chapter of APWA, where he serves as Vermont’s Director on the Board. A graduate of the APWA Emerging Leaders Academy, he has advocated for public works professionals through legislative efforts, including pushing for public works employees to be recognized as first responders. Zach is committed to the continued education of public works professionals and plays a key role in organizing events like the Vermont Municipal Equipment Show.