Meeting Speaker for July 18, 2011 - Ray Kerridge

Ray Kerridge
City Manager
City of Roseville

Ray Kerridge is a seasoned administrator and leader responsible for the City’s strategic vision, implementing City Council policy and the administration of day-to-day operations.

He was selected in June 2010 as City Manager by the Roseville City Council after a 10-month, nationwide search that attracted more than 60 applicants. Amidst a highly competitive field, his strong vision, leadership, and commitment to customer service stood out.

Previously, Ray served as City Manager of Sacramento, appointed in February 2006.  He joined the City of Sacramento in January 2005 as the Assistant City Manager for Development and oversaw several departments including Development Services, Utilities, Transportation, and Economic Development.  In addition, he was the Director of the Development Services Department.

Ray was the City of Portland’s Director of the Bureau of Development Services, where he made efficiency-based changes in the permitting process; he is recognized for being the catalyst to major customer service improvements in Portland, and worked there for 25 years.

He is originally from London, and began his government career as a structural plans examiner and inspector for the Greater London Council.  Prior to this, he worked as a site engineer and in the design office of a structural engineering firm.

Roseville is a full-service city providing police, fire, sewer, garbage, water, electric and parks, recreation and libraries services. As City Manager, Ray Kerridge oversees 15 departments and 1,000 full-time employees.  The City operates under the Council-Manager form of municipal government.