Matt Machado honored as Stanislaus County Mentor of the Year for 2008.

Matt Machado

Matthew J. Machado, P.E.
Director of Public Works

  • Born: May 30, 1971
  • Hometown: Ripon, CA
  • Current resident of City of Modesto
  • BS in Civil Engineering, California State University Fresno
  • MBA, California State University Stanislaus

In early 2007 I joined the Stanislaus County Public Works team as the Director. In addition to developing what our core mission is, we have also been focused on fiscal responsibility and good communication. Some of our current efforts include roadway maintenance, bridge maintenance and replacement, congestion relief, countywide GIS, transit, development services and survey.

Prior work experience includes 13 years with the City of Ripon. Ripon is where my engineering career began. After being hired full time in 1994 and obtaining required work experience, I became a registered civil engineer. In 2000 I was promoted to the City Engineer position. Working for the City of Ripon was an enjoyable experience. Some noteworthy and unique projects completed include: Jack Tone Interchange, New Roadway Street Standards, Multiple Roundabouts, Wastewater Treatment Facility, Municipal Water Wells, Multiple Elevated Water Storage Facilities, Bicycle/Pedestrian Bridge River Crossing, Animal Shelter, and a Non-Potable Water System.

Wife - Kristen; Children - Claire, Noah and Eva

Hobbies include: Off-Road Motorcycling, Running, Outdoor activities, Coaching my kids in their sport activities.

Norma Baker honored as Site Coordinator of 2008.

Norma Baker

Norma Baker has worked for Stanislaus County CEO/Capital Projects Division for five years as Confidential Assistant IV after having a few long term assignments on the outside. Passionate about mentoring, working with the Modesto 500 Lions Club, family, and helping others especially children. “It’s all about the children.”

Contact Us


Patricia Lord
Management Consultant
Phone: (209) 573-0905
Email: moc.ytnuocnats@pdrol
Anne Aleson
Sierra Vista Child and Family Services
Mentor Program Coordinator
Phone: (209) 534-4471