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Posted on: December 12, 2024

[ARCHIVED] Town hires new Deputy Town Manager Hayden Brodowsky

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Town hires new Deputy Town Manager Hayden Brodowsky

Brodowsky began work on Monday, December 2, and brings expertise in planning, community development

Telluride, CO --- (December 12, 2024) – The Town of Telluride is pleased to announce that Hayden Brodowsky has been hired as Deputy Town Manager. Brodowsky brings a wealth of experience in local government, urban planning, and community development to his new role. 

Brodowsky most recently served as Assistant City Manager for Hudson Oaks, Texas, overseeing multiple departments, including finance, building inspections, engineering, economic development, public works, parks and recreation, and planning and zoning. He played a pivotal role in key initiatives to enhance infrastructure, foster economic growth, and improve services for residents. Notable projects included a regional water line to secure long-term water access for the western county and the negotiation of a regional wastewater facility, ensuring stability and control for Hudson Oaks.

Before Hudson Oaks, Brodowsky began his career in Abilene, Texas, as Planning Manager and Historic Preservation Officer, where he led significant historic preservation efforts and developed a street maintenance fee program to comprehensively improve city streets. He later served as Development Services Manager in Little Elm, Texas, guiding urban planning and development projects in one of the region’s fastest-growing communities.

Brodowsky holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and a master’s degree in public administration. His expertise in building sustainable, vibrant communities aligns with Telluride’s commitment to innovation and preserving its unique character.

"Hayden’s exceptional expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects and financing stood out among a talented pool of candidates during our national search,” said Town Manager Zoe Dohnal. "His proven ability to deliver creative solutions for complex municipal challenges, paired with a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for public service, make him the perfect fit for Telluride. Hayden’s love for this community and his alignment with our organizational values ensure he will contribute meaningfully to preserving what makes Telluride special while helping us plan for a thriving future. I’m thrilled to work alongside him and am confident that his leadership and vision will benefit the town staff and the residents we serve.”

Outside of work, Brodowsky enjoys exploring the outdoors with his wife and young daughter, creating music, and embracing the unique cultures of the communities he serves.

Brodowsky joined the Town as Deputy Town Manager of the Town of Telluride on Monday, December 2, and can be reached at hbrodowsky@telluride-co.gov

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Communications Manager 
Lindsey Mills
Phone: (970) 728-2165
Email: lmills@telluride-co.gov 

ABOUT TELLURIDE
Nestled amidst the majestic San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado, Telluride's captivating narrative is deeply rooted in the ancient legacy of the Ute tribe, the valley's original inhabitants, who crafted their summer camps along the San Miguel River, naming the land "The Valley of Hanging Waterfalls." In the late 1700s, Spanish explorers traversed the rugged terrain, laying the groundwork for subsequent exploration and settlement. A fervent mining boom followed, igniting a rush of prospectors to the region, culminating in the founding of Telluride in 1880. Telluride's allure as a hub of opportunity attracted fortune seekers, bolstered by the arrival of the Rio Grande Southern Railroad and groundbreaking innovations like the hydroelectric power plant in Ames. Set in a box canyon amid forested peaks at the base of the popular Telluride ski-and-golf resort, the town’s historic district houses landmarks like the Sheridan Opera House and the Telluride Historical Museum while playing host to culture, music, arts, outdoor recreation, and festivals with unrivaled views and dramatic locale. For more information, please visit us online at telluride-co.gov.

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La ciudad contrata al nuevo subdirector Hayden Brodowsky

Brodowsky comenzó a trabajar el lunes 2 de diciembre y aporta su experiencia en planificación y desarrollo comunitario

Telluride, CO --- (12 de diciembre de 2024) - La ciudad de Telluride se complace en anunciar que Hayden Brodowsky ha sido contratado como Subgerente de la Ciudad. Brodowsky aporta a su nuevo cargo una amplia experiencia en la administración local, la planificación urbana y el desarrollo comunitario.

Brodowsky ocupó recientemente el cargo de subdirector municipal de Hudson Oaks (Texas), donde supervisó varios departamentos, entre ellos los de finanzas, inspección de edificios, ingeniería, desarrollo económico, obras públicas, parques y actividades recreativas, y planificación y zonificación. Desempeñó un papel fundamental en iniciativas clave para mejorar las infraestructuras, fomentar el crecimiento económico y mejorar los servicios a los residentes. Entre los proyectos más destacados figuran una línea de agua regional para garantizar el acceso al agua a largo plazo para el oeste del condado y la negociación de una instalación regional de aguas residuales, garantizando la estabilidad y el control de Hudson Oaks.

Antes de Hudson Oaks, Brodowsky comenzó su carrera en Abilene, Texas, como Director de Planificación y Responsable de Preservación Histórica, donde dirigió importantes esfuerzos de preservación histórica y desarrolló un programa de tasas de mantenimiento de calles para mejorar integralmente las calles de la ciudad. Posteriormente fue Director de Servicios de Desarrollo en Little Elm (Texas), donde dirigió proyectos de planificación urbana y desarrollo en una de las comunidades de más rápido crecimiento de la región.

Brodowsky es licenciado en Ciencias Políticas y tiene un máster en Administración Pública. Su experiencia en la construcción de comunidades sostenibles y dinámicas encaja con el compromiso de Telluride con la innovación y la preservación de su carácter único.

«La excepcional experiencia de Hayden en proyectos de infraestructuras y financiación a gran escala destacó entre un grupo de candidatos de gran talento durante nuestra búsqueda nacional», dijo la administradora municipal Zoe Dohnal. «Su probada capacidad para ofrecer soluciones creativas a los complejos retos municipales, junto con una fuerte ética de trabajo y una auténtica pasión por el servicio público, lo convierten en el candidato perfecto para Telluride. El amor de Hayden por esta comunidad y su alineación con nuestros valores organizativos garantizan que contribuirá significativamente a preservar lo que hace especial a Telluride, al tiempo que nos ayuda a planificar un futuro próspero. Estoy encantado de trabajar a su lado y confío en que su liderazgo y visión beneficiarán al personal municipal y a los residentes a los que servimos.»

Fuera del trabajo, Brodowsky disfruta explorando la naturaleza con su esposa y su hija pequeña, creando música y abrazando las culturas únicas de las comunidades a las que sirve.

Brodowsky se incorporó al Ayuntamiento como Director Adjunto de Telluride el lunes 2 de diciembre, y puede ponerse en contacto con él en hbrodowsky@telluride-co.gov

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Gerente de Comunicaciones
Lindsey Mills

Telephono: (970) 728-2165
lmills@telluride-co.gov

SOBRE TELLURIDE
Enclavada en medio de las majestuosas montañas de San Juan, al suroeste de Colorado, la cautivadora narrativa de Telluride está profundamente arraigada en el antiguo legado de la tribu Ute, los habitantes originales del valle, que construyeron sus campamentos de verano a lo largo del río San Miguel, bautizando la tierra como "El Valle de las Cascadas Colgantes". A finales del siglo XVIII, exploradores españoles atravesaron el escarpado terreno, sentando las bases para posteriores exploraciones y asentamientos. Siguió un ferviente auge minero que provocó una avalancha de buscadores de oro en la región, que culminó con la fundación de Telluride en 1880. El atractivo de Telluride como centro de oportunidades atrajo a buscadores de fortuna, impulsados por la llegada del Rio Grande Southern Railroad e innovaciones pioneras como la central hidroeléctrica de Ames. Enclavada en un cañón entre cumbres boscosas, en la base de la popular estación de esquí y golf de Telluride, el casco histórico de la ciudad alberga lugares emblemáticos como la Ópera de Sheridan y el Museo Histórico de Telluride, al tiempo que acoge actividades culturales, musicales, artísticas, recreativas al aire libre y festivales con unas vistas incomparables y una ubicación espectacular. Para más información, visítenos en línea en telluride-co.gov.

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