City of Prattville engineer Robby Anderson retires after 27 years   

By Malia Riggs 

Elmore Autauga News  

During the mayor’s report at Prattville City Council, Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie recognized city engineer Robby Anderson who is retiring at the end of the month.  

Gillespie stated that Anderson has been with the city for over 27 years and was also the very first engineer for the City of Prattville. Being the first engineer for the city, Anderson has grown the department for nearly three decades. 

“I believe this is going to be our first engineer’s last council meeting. Twenty-seven years of service as the first engineer of the City of Prattville, you’ve been a big asset to not only this administration, but to some of the other administrations, the citizens, and even visitors to this community,” Gillespie said.  

 The mayor stated he is grateful for the hard work and dedication Anderson has poured into this community.  

When asked, Anderson stated that he currently has no plans for the start of his retirement, which takes effect Nov. 1. But Anderson stated he is excited to relax at home with his family and to not have to come in and work, even if his career has been a fulfilling one.  

“I don’t have any plans going forward. I don’t know, I might go help change the light bulbs at the church or do something else. Haven’t thought that far yet. But it was time to retire, and I’ve been here a long while. It’s been very rewarding, a very good place to work,” Anderson said.  

In closing comments all other council members chimed in their appreciation for Anderson in his diligent work for the city and for working closely with the council over the years.  

“I do appreciate everything that we’ve had an opportunity to work on together throughout different parts of the city, throughout different projects and special assignments and projects for engineering. In the shop we’ve worked pretty closely, and you’ve always been there to support the employees throughout the city, and I know that that’s appreciated. I just want you to know that I appreciate it too and thank you for the service that you provided,” Councilman Michael Whaley said.