Clayton names interim city manager, begins work on Trails Assessment

CLAYTON, CA (Apr. 19, 2024) — At our March 19 meeting, the City Council approved the search process for hiring both an interim city manager and new city manager.

To that end, at the April 2 meeting, the council appointed Adam Polizer as interim city manager, effective April 15. This is due to the departure of our current city manager, who has taken the position of city manager with Suisun City in Solana County.

Further, at the April 2 meeting, the council provided direction to staff and the Trails & Landscape Committee on conducting a Request for Proposal for a Trails Assessment. In addition, we adopted a resolution to establish a Vision Zero Policy related to eliminating fatalities and injury accidents on the city roadway network in conjunction with approval of the Local Safety Plan.

Also on March 19, the council directed staff to initiate the process to declare surplus portions of the city-owned open space property along Marsh Creek Road adjacent to Oakhurst Country Club’s lower parking lot. This is the result of the city receiving interest from a developer for a potential residential project.

At the April 16 meeting, after the Pioneer’s deadline, the council planned to appoint the third member to the Financial Sustainability Committee. Then, the committee will have the necessary team to review the city’s financial resources and recommend a course and direction for the future financial needs of the city.

Upcoming events

Regarding civic events in Clayton, there are two activities of note:

Clayton Cleans Up. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 20. This annual event is an excellent way to help pick up and remove excess trash and debris. Join us afterward at City Hall, where Republic Services will provide a terrific BBQ of hot dogs and hamburgers for all.

Clayton Art & Wine Festival. Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28. This annual festival downtown offers great food, wonderful vendors, beer, wine and live entertainment. The Art & Wine Festival is always a terrific April event.

As I mentioned in my previous column, the City Council and I look forward to the events celebrating Clayton’s 60th anniversary of our 1964 inauguration. We encourage everyone to get involved. Please contact City Hall if you would like to volunteer your time or expertise.

Again, as your mayor, I will work hard to maintain Clayton’s charm and character while running an open and transparent local government. You can reach out to me directly with any questions or concerns at 925-673-7316 or JimD@claytonca.gov.

Let’s make 2024 a year to remember in Clayton. I look forward to working with you.