DOUGLAS DUMHART:

Responsible for the management and operations of La Palma’s Community Development Department. The Department’s divisions include Building and Safety, Business Licensing, Code Enforcement, Economic Development, Housing, Planning and Land Use, and the former Redevelopment Agency. Specifically, responsible for promoting the community to attract new reinvestment and businesses.

Directed, managed, supervised and coordinated a variety of Economic Development programs and provided direct administrative support to the City Manager for complex civic issues. Also was the sole principal responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Redevelopment Agency which included promoting the community to attract new investment.

Served in the hospitality industry for an international Hotelier at a 1,600 room resort property. Responsibilities were in the front-of-the-house lodging operations; ensuring successful guest arrivals and departures; responding to guest inquires; coordinating with front desk, sales, management, and food and beverage divisions to provide for ultimate guest satisfaction.