Russell S. Shifley

Russell Shifley gave 56 years of service to the City of Owensboro. He was employed by the city in 1917 and served as Superintendent of the Sewer and Street Department from 1930 to 1971. During a period of rapid growth for the city, he was personally responsible for the construction of many miles of sewers and streets, and his unusual skill and dedication saved the citizens of Owensboro millions of dollars. As a City Commissioner from 1972 to 1976, he was personally responsible for the complete renovation and reconstruction of Veach Road, Leitchfield Road, Crabtree Avenue, and a portion of Carter Road. These four main arterial streets long served as recognition of his unique ability.

Owensboro, Kentucky · United States