Sierra Madre City Council Appoints Interim City Manager

Jose Reynoso (Photo – City of Sierra Madre)

At their July 13, 2021 meeting the Sierra Madre City Council voted unanimously to appoint the City’s Director of Utilities, Jose Reynoso to serve as Interim City Manager.

By News Desk

Mr. Reynoso will take over for City Manager Gabe Engeland who’s final day in Sierra Madre will be July 16, 2021.  Mr. Engeland announced his resignation in a City Council closed session on June 15, 2021 after serving 4.5 years at Sierra Madre’s helm.

Mayor Arizmendi said, “The City Council is proud to appoint Jose Reynoso to serve as Sierra Madre’s Interim City Manager. As the Director of Utilities, his leadership and ability to manage the department has proved to be exceptional over the years. Because of his high level of understanding of local government, his strong relationships with external stakeholders, and the respect he garners from the staff – he is well poised to take on this role.”

Jose Reynoso

Mr. Reynoso has served 25 years in public service with various cities, including the cities of El Monte, Alhambra, Monterey Park and Sierra Madre.  Mr. Reynoso joined Sierra Madre in 2010.

Director Reynoso holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of La Verne and is pursuing his Master’s Degree in Management from the University of Illinois. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Raymond Basin Management Board, as well as being the City’s Liaison Representative on the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District. Mr. Reynoso has been married to his high-school sweetheart Lourdes for 28 years. They have three adult children.

“Jose Reynoso is an excellent choice to lead Sierra Madre as the Interim City Manager,” said departing City Manager Gabriel Engeland.  “He has established himself as a leader in the organization and on the City’s Executive Team.”