Carlene Saxton joined the City of Moorpark in October 2021 as the Community Development Director. In this capacity, she oversees a $4.68M departmental budget for six functional divisions; Administration, Building & Safety, Code Compliance, Housing, Planning, and Economic Development. Ms. Saxton is a passionate public servant with over a half decade in the private sector. Her career has spanned areas including public works, CEQA and NEPA compliance, advanced and current planning efforts, and economic development opportunities. In her position, she channels her extensive planning knowledge into the full development process. She is deeply enthusiastic about guiding developers from their initial prospecting conversations to entitlement and project approval and, finally, to certificate of occupancy. Carlene holds a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science from Valparaiso University and a Master’s degree in Development and Planning from University College London. Her exceptional leadership, coupled with her extensive experience, brings a positive and collaborative approach to the City of Moorpark. Her guidance and passion propel Moorpark's growth, fostering a vibrant community that cherishes sustainability and economic prosperity.