New BRPELS Board Member

Matthew Rasmussen, PE, PLS, Board member

It’s Matthew Rasmussen, PE, PLS

Rasmussen has over 22 years as a registered Professional Engineer and Professional Land Surveyor in Washington.

  • Current Deputy County Administrator for Benton County
  • Former Benton County Public Works Administrator and County Engineer
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Geospatial, from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Rasmussen replaces James Wengler, PLS CFedS who retires after serving two 5-year terms. He'll remain a Pro-Tem Board member, assisting with investigations.

The Board has seven members and two pro-tem, who are a variety of experienced Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. Board members are appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to 5-year terms.

The Board’s Mission is to safeguard life, health, property, and promote the public welfare, regarding engineering, land surveying and on-site wastewater system designs.