File #: 2015-1570   
Type: Regular Agenda Item
Body: City Council
On agenda: 4/21/2015
Title: Adoption of Resolution Commending Alexander Nguyen for His Service to the City of Alameda as Assistant City Manager. (City Manager)
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Adoption of Resolution Commending Alexander Nguyen for His Service to the City of Alameda as Assistant City Manager. (City Manager)
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CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. _____

COMMENDING ALEXANDER NGUYEN FOR HIS SERVICE TO
THE CITY OF ALAMEDA AS ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER

WHEREAS, Alexander Nguyen began his service to the City of Alameda on July 6, 2011 as Deputy City Manager and was promoted to Assistant City Manager on February 10, 2013; and

WHEREAS, with his keen understanding of the public's concerns, Alexander Nguyen increased community engagement by placing Alamedans at the center of the City's work, improving upon the City's outreach to residents, ensuring community input on projects, and using technology to assist residents in communicating with their government; and

WHEREAS, Alexander Nguyen fulfilled the role of the Public Information Officer, increasing City Hall's formal communication with residents and the Media as well as providing all better access to information; and

WHEREAS, during his tenure with the City, Alexander Nguyen revamped the City's website to streamline content and make it more accessible to the public; and

WHEREAS, in an effort to increase government transparency and efficiency, Alexander Nguyen led the efforts in initiating a City-wide records retention policy and records management program; and

WHEREAS, through his insightful directives and innovative recommendations, Alexander Nguyen led the efforts in taking the first steps toward modernizing the City's Information Technology Infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, Alexander Nguyen provided a thorough analysis of the City's lobbying efforts and streamlined contracts to better suit the City's long-term needs; and
WHEREAS, through his collaborative approach and calm demeanor, Alexander Nguyen was committed to improving employee engagement and morale, smoothing the transitions caused by the restructuring of the Public Wor...

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