Overview

The City of Cerritos has appointed Kristin Aguila as the new senior assistant city manager. In her new role, Aguila will work closely with City Manager Robert A. Lopez to lead the City’s executive management team and oversee various policies and programs.

Aguila has a long history with the City, having started as a planning intern in 2005 and progressing through various roles in community development.

Key details

  • Kristin Aguila has been named senior assistant city manager for Cerritos.
  • She will assist City Manager Robert A. Lopez in managing the executive team.
  • Aguila's responsibilities include developing, implementing, and evaluating city policies and programs.
  • She expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with staff and enhancing service delivery to the community.
  • Aguila began her career in Cerritos as a current planning intern in November 2005.
  • She became a planning assistant in June 2006 and was promoted to associate planner in August 2014.
  • In January 2015, Aguila was appointed as the advance planning/economic development manager.
  • She served as the director of community development starting in January 2022.
  • As community development director, she oversaw several divisions including current planning and economic development.
  • Aguila holds a Bachelor of Science degree in urban and regional planning from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
  • She also earned a Master of Science degree in public administration from California State University, Fullerton.
  • Her promotion to senior assistant city manager is effective October 12.

Context

Cerritos has experienced significant growth over its nearly 70-year history, and Aguila has played a role in this development through her various positions within the city.

What happens next

Aguila will begin her duties as senior assistant city manager on October 12, working alongside the city manager and council to achieve strategic goals for Cerritos.

What we don't know yet

Details regarding specific strategic priorities or initiatives that Aguila will focus on in her new role have not been confirmed.