SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – The City of South Portland has promoted Frederick Dillon to direct its Water Resource Protection Department (WRP). Dillon replaces Brad Weeks, who retired earlier this month. Since 2009, Dillon has served as WRP’s Stormwater Program Coordinator. He will officially begin his duties as director on September 23, 2024.
“Brad’s retirement leaves big shoes to fill,” said Dillon. "In this new role, I am humbled and honored to continue supporting the City’s vitally important work protecting the waters of South Portland and surrounding Casco Bay. I am also very fortunate to work with such an exceptional and dedicated staff.”
Prior to his service in South Portland, Dillon worked for five years as a project manager with FB Environmental Associates in Portland. He also served for 15 years in the Town of Falmouth’s Water Pollution Control Department, where he started as a laborer in 1986 and worked his way up to superintendent in 1994. Dillon has numerous educational credentials, including a certificate in Wastewater Treatment Technology from South Maine Vocational Technical Institute (now Southern Maine Community College); a B.A. in Environmental Studies from the University of Southern Maine (USM); and a Masters in Community Planning and Development from the Muskie School of Public Service at USM.
“Fred is an excellent fit for this position for a variety of reasons,” said City Manager Scott Morelli. “His passion for environmental protection, understanding of South Portland’s needs, and prior experience in a similar role are all assets. Fred will continue the long tradition of excellence in the WRP department.”
The Water Resource Protection Department is comprised of 28 employees. WRP operates as an enterprise fund that relies on sewer user fees as opposed to property taxes to fund its operations. The department’s annual operating budget for fiscal year 2025 is $7,942,799. South Portland’s sewer rates are among the lowest in the region and state.
Dillon was selected from a field of 18 candidates and will be paid an annual salary of $101,775. For more information, please contact City Manager Scott Morelli at (207) 767-7606 or smorelli@southportland.org.