Benicia has officially appointed a new city manager.
Mario Giuliani, appointed by the Benicia City Council in March to serve as interim city manager, will be sticking around, the city announced in a Thursday press release.
"To have the trust and confidence of our elected officials and the support of my colleagues to lead this organization in a time of great challenge fills me with immense humility, gratitude and resolve," Giuliani said. "To be appointed as the city manager in the community in which I grew up and where I am now raising my children is the honor of my life. I am deeply committed to the success of our town and confident that this community will overcome the challenges that are ahead to put Benicia on a path to prosperity."
Giuliani, a 30-year Benicia resident, replaced City Manager Erik Upson upon Upson's retirement. Giuliani had served as deputy city manager for over three years prior to his March promotion.
He began working for the city in 1994 in the Parks and Community Services Department and City Attorney's Office, according to the press release.
Benicia Mayor Steve Young voiced full support for the new city manager.
"At a time of significant financial challenges, Mario has developed a long-term plan that the council has supported," Young said. "He is proposing bold steps for both expense reduction and revenue generation that, if supported by Benicia voters, will put us on the path of long-term financial stability. The council is happy and confident in moving forward with Mario as our next city manager."
The role of Benicia's city manager, according to the press release, is to provide "leadership in the administration of all city services, activities and facilities" and also to direct "the execution of policies and objectives formulated by the city council."
In addition to working for the City of Benicia, Giuliani has worked for the cities of Vacaville and Walnut Creek, as well as the Greater Vallejo Recreation District. He was also a law clerk for the Solano County District Attorney's Office.
Giuliani holds degrees in Political Science and Law from the University of California, Davis and has a professional certificate in Labor Management Relations.
The Benicia City Council will consider its contract with Giuliani at its Aug. 15 meeting at Benicia City Hall, 250 East L St.
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