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Honoring, congratulating, and thanking Darin L. Gatti on the occasion of his retirement from the Streets Department and his many years of service to the citizens of Philadelphia.
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WHEREAS, On February 18, 2022, Darin Gatti, PE is retiring as Chief Engineer of The Streets Department, Survey, Design and Construction Division; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gatti received his first appointment with the City of Philadelphia on June 26, 1980, as an Engineering Intern at the Streets Department. He separated after 6 months, and returned on June 15, 1982, as a Graduate Civil Engineer with the Streets Department Bridge Division. The following year he was promoted to Civil Engineer. Darin earned his Professional Engineering License in 1986. Darin rose through the ranks, as an Engineering Supervisor I in 1987. In 1996, he was promoted to Engineering Supervisor II. In 2003, he was promoted to Streets Engineering Assistant Manager, and then promoted to Streets Engineering Manager in 2007. In 2012, Darin assumed the role of the City's Chief Bridge Engineer. Later that year in 2012, he served, as Acting Chief Engineer and Surveyor, in a temporary capacity. In 2013, Darin was promoted to his current position of Chief Engineer and Board of Surveyor President; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gatti exhibits dedication, enthusiasm, perseverance, and loyalty. Mr. Gatti led the efforts in many key, successful projects within the City of Philadelphia; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his civil services duties as an Engineer, Darin was dedicated to the civil engineering profession. He has been an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), since his graduation from Drexel University in 1982. Darin served the Philadelphia Section of ASCE, as a Board Member from 1985-1997, as Treasurer, Vice-President and President-Elect. From 1997-98, Darin proudly served as President of the Philadelphia Section of ASCE. Following his term as President, he was on the Board of Directors un...
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