City of Kennewick
Nickolas Lagunas currently serves as the Parks & Planning Superintendent for the City of Kennewick since November 2022. Prior to this role, Nickolas retired from the United States Air Force, where service spanned from August 2002 to September 2022. Nickolas also gained experience as a Project Management Intern at Columbia Metropolitan Airport from March 2022 to June 2022. Educationally, Nickolas is pursuing a Master of Science in Management with a focus on Construction Management at Southern New Hampshire University, expected to complete in April 2023. Earlier, Nickolas earned a Bachelor of Science in Project Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in March 2023 and an Associate of Science in Construction Technology from the Community College of the Air Force, completed in 2017.
City of Kennewick
Located in beautiful southeastern Washington State, Kennewick is the largest of the Tri-Cities Metropolitan Statistical Area and at the forefront of statewide growth. Benefiting from a talented labor force, steady job market and low cost of living, Kennewick is a thriving city attracting tourism and a reputation for fun. The pursuit of happiness stretches 26 square miles and features a variety of sports and recreational activities, entertainment, the region’s retail shopping hub and a casual, easy-living vibe. Nestled in the heart of Washington wine country, Kennewick boasts over 160 wineries within a 50 mile radius. More than 300 days of sunshine and its location along the Columbia River provide a variety of recreational activities including world-class fishing, birding, bike trails and parks.