Hoboken Appoints New Infrastructure Director
The city has named Ty Bereskie to lead the Department of Infrastructure, with RJ Theofield moving to deputy director.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in People
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Hoboken has appointed Ty Bereskie as the new director of the Department of Infrastructure. The appointment is part of a leadership transition that sees RJ Theofield move into the role of deputy director.
Why it matters
The city is prioritizing its ongoing investments in infrastructure to ensure that vital resources are managed effectively. This administrative change aims to maintain continuity in projects and responsible resource stewardship.
Ty Bereskie steps into this municipal leadership role after his previous tenure as assistant city manager for the City of Evans, Colorado. The appointment signifies a leadership shift within the department's top two positions.
The players
Ty Bereskie
He is the newly appointed director of the Department of Infrastructure for the City of Hoboken.
RJ Theofield
He is the newly named deputy director of the Department of Infrastructure in Hoboken.
The details
Bereskie brings a professional background in public works, utilities, and capital improvement projects to the Hoboken post. He previously served as the public works and utilities director in Evans, Colorado, and as the deputy director of water resources for the City of Greeley, Colorado.
Timeline
Ty Bereskie began his role as infrastructure director on October 22, 2026.
Market Landscape
This leadership appointment follows a national trend of local governments restructuring their administrative teams to better manage the complexities of modernizing public systems. It positions Hoboken to capitalize on long-term capital improvement goals compared to municipalities without dedicated oversight.
Residents may see changes in the management or timelines of local capital improvement projects as the new director settles into his role. The administration's focus on responsible resource management is intended to streamline utility operations for the community.
The takeaway
Effective infrastructure management is critical for the long-term operational success of a growing city. Residents can keep an eye on upcoming council updates to see how these leadership changes influence local service reliability and utility planning.
Further reading
For more information on current administrative changes, visit the Hoboken People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Hudson County View.
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