James E. ("Jim") Attebery is much like the public works he spent his entire professional life building and maintaining. Focused on his work instead of himself, he could be taken for granted by those who don't pay close attention. Quiet to a fault, those who know him well, who have had the privilege of working with him, know him to be a tower of strength. They have learned to listen carefully to everything he says. Throughout his career, Jim Attebery combined a legendary work ethic with uncompromising professionalism and dedication to public service.