Christine Daniel, the Berkeley city manager, will be leaving to take up a similar position in Oakland in July.
Daniel became city manager in May 2012 and has worked for the city for 15 years. She will work as assistant city administrator in Oakland.
“Berkeley is filled with creative, passionate people who are not afraid to try something new or to challenge conventional wisdom, while at the same time remaining committed to preserving the unique character of this wonderful place,” Daniel said in her letter of resignation. “It has been a pleasure to work with so many.”
Berkeley Mayor Tom Bates said in a press release that Berkeley would be losing a valued public servant.
“I want to congratulate Ms. Daniel and am happy that Oakland will be gaining one of the most capable civic administrators I’ve had the pleasure to work with,” Bates said in the release. “I will miss her service in Berkeley, and I wish her well in her new role in Oakland.”
Daniel was paid a salary of $225,000 and benefits of about $76,800 in 2013 for her work as city manager.
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