Press release from the City of Menifee:
The City of Menifee is pleased to announce the appointment of Rodolfo Aguayo as Assistant City Manager. In this role, he will oversee several City departments, including Community Services, City Clerk, Information Technology, and Human Resources. Aguayo assumes the position previously held by Rebekah Kramer, who accepted a promotional opportunity with the City of Corona.
Aguayo most recently served as a member of Imperial County’s Executive Leadership Team, where he supported the County Executive Office and Board of Supervisors in advancing strategic initiatives and overseeing countywide operations. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to lead multi-department operations, manage multimillion-dollar budgets, and build collaborative relationships with elected officials, community stakeholders, regional agencies, and staff.
“Rodolfo has a proven track record in organizational leadership and public administration,” said Menifee City Manager Armando G. Villa. “As we continue to expand our programs and services, Rodolfo’s experience in overseeing complex government operations, managing multimillion-dollar public budgets, and building collaborative relationships will be a tremendous asset to our team.”
Aguayo served in several capacities for the County of Imperial, including Director of Human Resources and Risk Management. In this role, he supported county-wide planning initiatives that improved operational efficiency and customer service. He also assisted in the preparation and implementation of the County’s operating budget, representing hundreds of millions of dollars in annual expenditures. Aguayo previously served as Assistant Director of Human Resources, Risk Management Analyst, and Human Resources Analyst.
“Menifee’s commitment to community engagement, economic vitality, and organizational excellence strongly resonates with my professional values,” said Aguayo. “I am excited for the opportunity to help guide a thriving and diverse community while supporting strategic development, financial sustainability, and responsive municipal services.”
Aguayo earned a Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from San Diego State University. He also completed the Executive Credential Program through the California State Association of Counties.
