Politics & Government
New Assistant County Manager Appointed For San Mateo County
Jensen most recently led the County Recovery Initiative in addition to her role with Home for All.
By: Bay City News
SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Tuesday will consider promoting Deputy County Manager Peggy Jensen to the position of assistant county manager, the number-two job in county government.
"I am honored that County Manager Mike Callagy has nominated me to be assistant county manager," Jensen said. "If appointed, I look forward to taking on new responsibilities and welcome the opportunity to continue working with county colleagues and community partners to end homelessness, increase affordable housing and build a better future for all county residents."
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In nominating Jensen, a 33-year county employee, Callagy noted her leadership during the pandemic. Jensen most recently led the County Recovery Initiative in addition to her role with Home for All, aimed at making housing accessible for residents at all economic levels; ending homelessness; and promoting board initiatives that improve the quality of life.
"Peggy has always been an outstanding asset to the County, and residents have benefitted from her thoughtful leadership both before and after the pandemic," Callagy said. "She is a dedicated public servant with a wealth of experience, and I couldn't be happier to have her in this new role where she will continue her COVID recovery efforts and expand our work to end homelessness."
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The Board of Supervisors meeting is set for 9 a.m. Tuesday.
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