City of Santa Clarita, CA - City Manager Kenneth R. Pulskamp

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Phone: (661) 255-4905
Fax: (661) 259-8125
kpulskamp@santa-clarita.com

KEN PULSKAMP is currently the City Manager for the City of Santa Clarita. He has been with the City almost since its inception in 1987 and over the years has served as the Department Head of every City department. He became City Manager in 2002.

The City Manager, in conjunction with the City Council, establishes policies, provides leadership and implements efficient and effective municipal services. The City Manager establishes and maintains appropriate management controls to ensure that all operating departments adhere to all legally mandated policies and regulations. The City Manager also serves as the director of all City personnel, is responsible for the execution of City Council policy, the enforcement of all laws and ordinances, the preparation of the City's annual budget, public information, all city departments and legislative relations.

Ken's leadership for Santa Clarita has led to national recognition for excellence in fiscal management, investment, inovation, economic development, and communications

Ken was awarded the “City Manager Award for the Advancement of Diverse Communities” from the League of California Cities. He was recognized for his support and implementation of effective programs within the workplace and the community that make the City of Santa Clarita a place where diversity is celebrated.

Ken holds a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of San Francisco and has over 30 years of experience in local government administration. He has over 25 years of experience and expertise in the strategic planning process as a facilitator, lecturer, and author.

When he’s away from City Hall, Ken enjoys traveling and has journeyed to over 70 foreign countries.

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Assistant City Manager Kenneth W. Striplin, Ed.D.

Phone: (661) 255-4336
Fax: (661) 259-8125
kstriplin@santa-clarita.com

KEN STRIPLIN is currently the Assistant City Manager and Personnel Officer for the City of Santa Clarita. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Northridge, as well as a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University.

Ken has served in a variety of capacities at the City of Santa Clarita. Among them were Budget Officer, Risk Manager, Human Resources Manager, Technology Services Manager, Economic Development Manager, and Interim Director for two departments: Planning and Economic Development and Field Services. In his current position, Ken oversees the City Manager’s Department and assists the City Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the City.

He has been instrumental in several significant projects including the development of organizational and community strategic planning efforts. Ken was also responsible for the initiation of Santa Clarita’s Service Excellence Program which focused on customer service and streamlining City services. Ken has facilitated strategic planning for non-profits as well as through an international development program. He also serves on local non-profit governing boards.