Tim Hobbs Hired for Clearlake Police Chief
He joined the department almost two decades ago and most recently held the rank of lieutenant.
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Santa Fe Springs City Manager Ray Cruz Retires
Santa Fe Springs City Manager Raymond R. Cruz retired on December 30th after a 35-year career in local government.
Fairfield Names New City Manager
After serving 11 months as Fairfield’s interim city manager, David Gassaway has landed the permanent job.
Micah Runner Named City Manager of Rancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova Deputy City Manager Micah Runner will serve as the city’s top administrator, beginning Jan. 1.
Mountain View Councilmember Resigns, Citing Conflict of Interest
Mountain View City Councilmember Sally Lieber will resign from her seat, effective Dec. 30.
Petaluma Hires New Community Development Director
The City of Petaluma is delighted to welcome Brian Oh to the newly created position of Director of Community Development.
Gavin Curran to Serve as Assistant City Manager of Laguna Beach
He’ll succeed Ken Domer, who has been selected as the City Manager of La Verne.
Palo Alto Selects Kiely Nosé as Assistant City Manager
Before coming to Palo Alto, Nosé held a number of financial and budgeting roles with the City of San Jose. She also previously worked OpenGov, a leading government technology company.
Pasadena Appoints New Police Chief
San Gabriel Police Chief Eugene Harris is moving to a larger SGV city. Pasadena City manager Miguel Márquez announced Harris’ appointment as head of the Pasadena Police Department last month.
Jennifer Ott to Serve as Alameda City Manager
Alameda has named local government veteran Jennifer Ott as its next city manager. Ott’s appointment will be approved at the City Council’s Dec. 6 meeting.