City of Brisbane, California

Brisbane City Manager Jeremy Dennis is thrilled to announce the appointment of Christina Fernandez as the City’s new Assistant City Manager. Christina will officially join the team on April 28th, bringing with her over 21 years of leadership experience in municipal government. Christina arrives from the City of South San Francisco, where she most recently served as Deputy City Manager. During her tenure, she led impactful initiatives, including the formation of an?East Highway 101 Community Facilities District (CFD). The $180 million CFD portfolio, which invests in critical infrastructure and modernizes the Life Science cluster east of Highway 101, is transformative in enhancing multimodal transportation infrastructure within one of the region's most important economic hubs. “Christina is going to be a key member of the Brisbane team,” said City Manager Jeremy Dennis. “She brings a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and over two decades of experience working with constituents, intergovernmental agencies, elected officials, and city leaders to deliver meaningful programs, initiatives, and projects. I look forward to seeing her collaborate with our team and contribute to Brisbane’s continued success.” Christina’s previous experience includes serving as Senior Public Policy Associate in Transportation & Land Use for the San Mateo Economic Development Association and as Policy Advisor for the City of San José in the Office of Mayor Chuck Reed. “I’m honored to join the City of Brisbane, a city celebrated for its high quality of life and innovation,” Christina stated. “I am excited to work alongside the city team and the Brisbane community to build on these strengths and continue moving the city forward.” Outside of her professional life, Christina is an avid reader and enjoys watching her children play competitive basketball and softball. These activities provide her with balance and inspire her to work towards fostering strong, vibrant communities. Christina holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from San José State University and a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of San Francisco. Join us in welcoming Christina to the City of Brisbane!

The City of Brisbane has an exciting opportunity - the position of Assistant City Manager just opened today. Under the general supervision of the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager assists the City Manager as a principal advisor in the conduct of city operations; initiates and leads citywide programs and initiatives having the highest level of City Council and community visibility; analyzes and revises operation procedures toward development and improvement of city services; and serves as the Acting City Manager, as assigned. Hurry and apply by 5 PM December 20th! Learn more at brisbaneca.org/jobs

Want to join a fun and smart team in the City of Stars!? Then head to brisbaneca.org/jobs and apply for the Human Resources Analyst position. Don't wait, the applications are coming in fast and are capped at the first 50. Best of luck!

Happy National Intern Day! ?? Today, we're shining a spotlight on three standout interns who we're pleased to have with us this summer: Giordain (Public Works-Utilities), Luca (Communications), and Ethan (Information Technology). The summer's not quite over yet but we couldn't pass up this opportunity to let them know how much they're valued and appreciated! ???? #NationalInternDay #InternSpotlight #FutureLeaders

?? Exciting Opportunity Alert! ?? ?? Searching for paid summer interns! Dive into the world of local government and gain hands-on experience this summer. ?? Are you ready to make a difference and learn from the best in the field? Apply now for a chance to be part of our dynamic team! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the inner workings of your community and make meaningful contributions. Apply today at brisbaneca.org/jobs! #SummerInternship #LocalGovernment #HandsOnExperience ?????

Brisbane City Council Appoints Jeremy Dennis as City Manager At their May 2, 2024 City Council Meeting, the City Council unanimously adopted a resolution appointing Jeremy Dennis as Brisbane’s next City Manager. “I would like to say how pleased I am to be welcoming Jeremy Dennis to the team here at City Hall. It’s going to be an exciting time here in Brisbane and I am really glad that we are able to do this,” said Mayor Terry O’Connell. Most recently, Jeremy served as Town Manager for Portola Valley from 2016-2023. His background is varied with positions in budget and finance with the County of San Mateo County, and Long-Range Planning with the City of Palo Alto. Jeremy was also the District Director and Chief of Staff for Assemblyman Rich Gordon, as well as a District Director for Assemblyman Lou Papan. He holds undergraduate degrees in Political Science and History from UC Davis as well as a Master of Science in Regional & Urban Planning from The London School of Economics and Political Science. Interim City Manager Clay Holstine announced his retirement in May 2023 after serving 25 years as City Manager. He is the longest-serving City Manager since Brisbane’s incorporation in 1961, and the longest-service City Manager in the history of San Mateo County. He has successfully overseen numerous infrastructure projects, including the construction of the Community Pool, Silverspot Nursery School, the Brisbane Dog Park, Mission Blue Center, the Park Lane extension, Brisbane’s Community Park, the renovation of the Public Works Corporation Yard, Tunnel Avenue Bridge, and most recently, the new Brisbane Library. Recruitment efforts for Clay’s successor got underway last August with executive search firm Teri Black & Company, LLC. hired to commence a nationwide search to place the next City Manager. “With the Brisbane City Council selecting Jeremy as their top candidate, I am extremely optimistic for the City’s future, as Jeremy brings extensive experience in team building, citywide and department strategic planning, and overall organizational goal setting,” said Interim City Manager Clay Holstine. "Words cannot express my gratitude to the Brisbane City Council for this humbling opportunity to serve the residents of Brisbane. I am excited to support the City Council, the community, and the staff to further the qualities that have made Brisbane a great place to live and work," remarked Jeremy. Jeremy Dennis’ anticipated start date is June 24th, with City Manager Holstine continuing in his Interim role until that time.