City of Santa Barbara, CA

09/15/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/15/2025 12:00

City Welcomes New Leadership Across Key Departments

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City Welcomes New Leadership Across Key Departments

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The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce several key leadership appointments that will help shape the future of our community. These new leaders bring decades of experience and a shared commitment to public service, innovation, and community engagement.

  • Brian D'Amour has been appointed as the new Public Works Director, and Joshua Haggmark will lead the newly established Department of Water Resources.
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  • Brandon Beaudette has been named Library Director after serving in an acting capacity since 2024.
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  • Michael Arnoldus joins the City as Human Resources Director, bringing over 20 years of public sector HR leadership.
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  • Anthony Valdez has been appointed as the City's Deputy City Administrator, a new role focused on housing, economic vitality, and downtown services.
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We welcome these leaders to their new roles and look forward to the positive impact they will have on our city.

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