Public Works

John Norris

John C. Norris is the Director of Public Works for the City of Coral Springs. Norris has held several leadership positions within the disciplines of Public Works. 

A graduate of The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Norris earned his degree in Civil Engineering in 2001. He also completed a Master of Public Administration from Columbia Southern University and is a credentialed Envision Sustainability Professional. Prior to joining the City of Coral Springs, he served as Director of Stormwater, Pavement and Traffic Operations for the City of St. Petersburg, Florida and the Director of Public Works in Edenton, North Carolina. 

Norris oversees our full-service Public Works Department utilizing the application of technical public works and expertise to a variety of complex city projects. Attracted to the culture of innovation and inclusion fostered in the City of Coral Springs, Norris is excited to be a part of an organization with such driven employees, who are focused on improving the city for all its residents and businesses. 

Married to Annie, they are raising two daughters, Logan and Caroline. Norris is also the proud parent of Charlotte, who recently graduated from the University of Maryland – College Park. An avid car enthusiast when he is not working Norris enjoys boating and fishing.