Fairhope Public Utilities recently named Ben Patterson as the new electric superintendent.

Patterson is a graduate of Central Alabama Community College, where he received a degree in business. He is a licensed electrician and a lineman and worked for the city previously before leaving and going into business for himself.

He came back to work for the city of Fairhope in 2022 and has served as the assistant electrical superintendent for the last year.

"The city has great benefits, and I enjoy working with the public and helping with upgrading the infrastructure of the city's electrical system," he said.

Patterson was raised in Alexander City and for the last 15 years has called Fairhope home. He is married to his wife, Lori, and they have three children, sons Grayson and Charlie and daughter Lilli.