Carl Alameda

Carl Alameda is a seasoned public service professional with over twenty years of experience in city government, education, property management, and community leadership. His tenure as Assistant City Manager reflects his ongoing commitment to improving public systems and developing coordinated, accountable processes within local government. Over the years, he has led departments responsible for human resources, finance, emergency services, and public outreach while playing a central role in establishing a citywide performance evaluation and training program. His path in public administration began after completing his undergraduate studies in political science with a concentration in public administration at California Polytechnic State University. He later pursued graduate education at the University of Southern California, where he earned both a Master of Public Administration and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning. As a Dean’s Merit Scholar, he entered the professional world with strong preparation for navigating the complex responsibilities of local government work. Throughout his career, he has served in key administrative roles, including Assistant City Manager and Director of Administrative Services. He has also accepted interim leadership duties for the departments of Public Works and Finance when organizational needs required stability and direction. These roles placed him at the center of labor discussions, budget development, emergency coordination, and cross-departmental communication. He implemented staff training plans, revised personnel evaluations, and supported civic groups, including the Art Commission and the Disaster Council. He also has nearly twenty years of hands-on experience in property management. His work encompasses oversight of both Section 8 and market-rate housing, with responsibilities that include compliance, budgeting, tenant relations, inspections, and capital improvement planning.