Jay Spurgin has been named deputy public works director for the city of Thousand Oaks. The announcement was made during Monday night’s planning commission meeting.

Spurgin, a longtime resident of Newbury Park, is former engineering division manager for the city. His appointment is part of a shuffling of several city employees since the departure of former City Manager Phil Gatch last spring.

Spurgin replaces Mark Watkins, who was appointed public works director last month.

“Jay brings a high level of energy and enthusiasm,” Watkins said. “He is dedicated to public service and to the community.”

––Sophia Fischer