City of Santa Monica
Jonathan Tang, CGFM, currently serves as Principal Administrative Analyst for the City of Santa Monica, where responsibilities include overseeing budgets for the Fire, Finance, Police, and Information Services departments, alongside assisting with city budget preparation and leading preliminary costing for bargaining unit negotiations. Previous experience includes roles such as Systemwide Budget Analyst at California State University, Chancellor's Office, and Senior Fiscal Analyst at the New Jersey Office of Legislative Services, focusing on budget analyses and legislative processes. Educational qualifications encompass a Master of Public Policy from UCLA, an MBA from California State University, Fullerton, and a Master of Accountancy from Rutgers Business School, complemented by a BA in Political Science and History from Rutgers University.
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica is an 8.3 square mile city situated at a gateway to the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational and art venues. Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World, Santa Monica is home to three miles of wide beaches and the Santa Monica Pier, and attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 90,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with visitors and employees. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City has reduced water usage community-wide and is working toward water self-sufficiency by 2020, has increased solar capacity, and has adopted policies prohibiting single-use plastic bags and motorized leaf blowers to promote sustainable practices. Partnerships with local schools and Santa Monica Collage have created top-notch educational institutions, complemented by public libraries that are rated among the nation’s best. Outstanding educational opportunities are a prime reason that families choose Santa Monica. Learn more at www.santamonica.gov and follow the City on Twitter (@santamonicacity).