City of Santa Monica
Lindsay Barker Call has a diverse work experience in the field of emergency management and public health. Lindsay started their career as an Administrative Aide at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health in 2007. Lindsay then worked as a Public Health Preparedness Associate at Battelle from 2008 to 2009. Lindsay then held roles at the American Red Cross Santa Barbara County Chapter and the City of Santa Barbara Office of Emergency Services, where they coordinated disaster training and public education initiatives. In 2010, Lindsay joined the Providence Saint John's Health Center as the Safety Officer, Director of Emergency Management & Public Safety, and Community Ombudsperson, where they worked until 2016. Lindsay also briefly worked as a Special Project Analyst at the UCLA Center for Public Health & Disasters in 2010. Currently, Lindsay serves as the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Santa Monica, a position they have held since 2017.
Lindsay Barker Call earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Development and African Studies from American University in 2006. Lindsay then completed their Master of Public Health in Emergency Public Health at UCLA Fielding School of Public Health from 2006 to 2008.
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).