(From the Hancock County Engineer’s Office)

Hancock County Engineer Doug Cade was officially sworn in as President of the County Engineers Association of Ohio (CEAO) on December 4 during the association’s annual winter conference.

The CEAO represents Professional Engineers and Surveyors serving as County Engineers across Ohio’s 88 counties. Since its founding in 1940, the association has united its members in delivering the highest quality transportation, drainage, surveying, and land record-keeping services. From ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people, goods, and services to supporting ongoing land development, CEAO works to provide innovative solutions to the many challenges facing Ohio’s local infrastructure.

As President, Cade will represent CEAO on state committees and play a key role in shaping legislation that impacts county roads, bridges, and economic development. In addition to this leadership role, Cade serves as a Commissioner for the Ohio Public Works Commission and contributes to numerous other infrastructure-related organizations.