Andrew Firestine

Andrew Firestine currently serves as the Development Services Director for the City of Escondido, a position held since July 2022. Prior to this role, Andrew was the Assistant City Manager for the City of Palm Desert from August 2019 to July 2022, where responsibilities included managing multiple development services departments and serving as the public works director. Andrew's extensive background includes nearly 12 years at the City of Centennial in various leadership roles, notably overseeing community and economic development programs and serving as interim deputy city manager. Additional experience includes positions at the City of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments, alongside educational qualifications that include a Master of City and Regional Planning from California Polytechnic State University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of San Diego.