Suchy retires as public works director in Great Bend

With regrets, the Great Bend City Council Monday night reluctantly approved the retirement of long-time Public Works Director Charlie Suchy. In a letter to the council, he made his intentions known to leave the city after over 30 years effective Friday.

“I was disappointed when I got word he was retiring,” Councilwoman Jolene Biggs said. In his overseeing of the Street, Water, Sewer and Sanitation divisions of the Public Works Department, “he was always energetic, patient and sensitive to community needs.”

“Charlie always wanted what was best for Great Bend,” Biggs said. “You have left an impression on Great Bend and you will be missed.”

(Read more: Great Bend Tribune – Local News)