City Manager Kenneth
R. Pulskamp
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 and 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, and legislative relations.
Ken has been instrumental in providing leadership for a City that continuously receives accolades and national recognition. Some of the distinctions the City has received include: “Top 20 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” (Money Magazine, 2006); “100 Best Communities for Young People” (America’s Promise, 2007); “One of the Best Economies in Los Angeles County” (Union Bank); as well as numerous awards from committees and organizations in the local government sector.
Earlier this year 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 25 years of experience in local government administration. He has over 20 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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