Dearborn Heights hires John Danci as new director of public works

At its Aug. 20 meeting, the Dearborn heights City Council approved John Danci of Romulus as the city’s new director of public works.
Danci, 36, is a 10-year veteran of the public works profession, most recently serving as public works director for Sumpter Township. He began work in Sumpter on Oct. 4, 2021 and resigned Aug. 6, 2024.
Before that position he held several public works-related positions for the city of Romulus. He holds a bachelor of science degree from the University of Michigan, focusing on biomechanics, exercise physiology and motor control. He has completed coursework on a number of public works and emergency management related topics and holds an MI-EGLE S1 and F4 Water Operator’s License, class A CDL, and various FEMA certificates.
“We are delighted that Mr. Danci is joining our leadership team,” Dearborn Heights Mayor Bill Bazzi said in a press release. “He holds a wealth of relevant professional experience, and is committed to leading our public works team effectively, efficiently and with courtesy. I’m confident he will be a great addition to our community.”