About Mark McAvoy

Mark was appointed Laguna Beach Director of Public Works in September 2020. He has over 24 years of experience in Municipal Services and Public Works management and operations. He enjoys serving the public in his role, ensuring the City’s assets and infrastructure are well-maintained for residents and visitors alike.

Prior to the City of Laguna Beach, Mark served as Public Works Director for the cities of Monterey Park and Lomita. He also has worked for the cities of Manteca, Lathrop, and Ontario as a Civil Engineer and as a consultant in the private sector managing various Caltrans projects.

Mark is a Registered Civil Engineer and Qualified SWPPP Developer in the State of California. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from California State University, Long Beach. He is also a certified Project Management Professional by PMI.