City Officials

Brian has worked in municipal finance for over 25 years and enjoys being a public servant. Prior to joining the City of Moreno Valley, Brian worked for the City of Rialto for more than 10 years and San Bernardino County Retirement Association (SBCERA) for more than six years.

Prior to becoming City Manager, Brian served as the Assistant City Manager/CFO/Treasurer & Financial Resources Division Manager for the City of Moreno Valley. In this capacity, Brian oversaw the administrative functions for the City and administered the City’s General Fund budget of $152.8 million and the overall budget of over $304 million. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting.

Brian is passionate about embracing community and business partnerships and relationships and strives to build on existing and future innovative and educational ideas to build long-lasting relationships which will help the City evolve.

On a personal note, he and his wife Paula enjoy traveling, concerts, experimenting with food of different cultures and spending time with their family, especially the dogs and cat. An avid film and music junkie – ask Brian a question and he’s sure to answer (challenge on!). Brian also loves golf and enjoys hiking local City trails. Also, a sports fan of NASCAR, Formula 1, tennis, football and soccer, which he played and coached for many years.

They have four children, Hannah, Amanda, Sam and Haley, and two grandchildren, Brett and Kennedy.

Sean Kelleher has big plans for Moreno Valley! With his experience, passion, and work ethic, he’s the perfect Assistant City Manager (Development Services).

Sean learned the value of hard work early on in life from his parents. He earned his Bachelor’s in Urban and Regional Planning from Cal Poly Pomona and his Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Redlands.

His education laid the foundation for a career in city management.

Sean had previously served in the cities of Highland, Redlands, and Riverside, where he has worked on various transformative programs and projects.

In 2019, Sean made the move to Moreno Valley as Senior Planner, quickly moving up the ranks to become the Assistant City Manager (Development Services).

A member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and the American Planning Association, Sean’s affinity for government and planning extends beyond the walls of City Hall.

Outside work, Sean enjoys shooting hoops with his three kids, playing with his two dogs, and exploring Wine Country with his wife.

Sean Kelleher is known for developing great communities everywhere, and he does it by treating everybody with respect and care.

Looking for Launa Jimenez’s office? You’ll find it at the corner of Infrastructure and Teamwork.

Launa embodies the true spirit of collaboration. Throughout her impressive professional career, she has built a longstanding legacy of public service, dependability, and trust.

With an undergraduate degree in Public Administration from California State University – San Bernadino, Launa quickly found her way into the world of public service.

She started working in local government in 2001 as an Administrative Aide for the City of Fontana and also served two years as a Community Policing Technician.

Four years later, she brought her skills and talents to the City of Moreno Valley and has worked in various roles of increasing responsibility.

While in Public Works, Launa managed the financial piece of the capital improvement projects for the Capital Projects and Transportation Divisions, working closely with City staff, consultants, and contractors.

After a dozen years as a Management Analyst, she advanced to Senior Management Analyst, where she served for five years and was promoted yet again to the role of Financial Resources Division Manager.

Two years later, in October of 2023, she humbly accepted the role of Chief Financial Officer for the City.

Launa Jimenez believes local government is the backbone of a community, and every department has a vital role in keeping the City moving forward for residents, developers, and community stakeholders.

Launa is a family person, through and through. In between her son’s baseball games and her daughter’s volleyball matches, you can also find her and her husband of 16 years kicking back with friends and family or rocking out to live music.

Her life is busy, but it’s beautifully blessed and balanced. And her motto?
“Always do the right thing, even if no one is watching.”

Patty Rodriguez is a dedicated public servant with nearly three decades of experience in government, including 20 years in law enforcement and several years in the City Clerk’s department. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration from California Baptist University and attended Cal State San Bernardino, where she took supplemental criminal justice courses, further expanding her specialized knowledge and expertise.

A fearless leader and proud mother of two wonderful children who excel in baseball and softball, Patty thrives on balancing her family life with her passion for leadership. Mentoring and inspiring others are Patty’s core passions. She finds joy in fostering collaboration and guiding others toward success, especially in her vibrant Discipleship Women’s group, where she leads, mentors and inspires others to grow spiritually and personally.

Beyond her professional and spiritual endeavors, Patty has a deep love for fashion, DIY projects, shopping, and reading developmental growth books. She’s also happiest spending quality time with her children, supporting their activities and creating cherished memories.

Patty brings high-octane energy and contagious enthusiasm to every interaction. Her passion for customer service, collaboration, and community-building is evident in everything she does. She provides exceptional service - always with a smile - and takes pride in being a supportive and approachable leader.

Through her extensive career in government and her dedication to her community, Patty continues to make a positive impact while staying true to her values of service, positivity, and mentorship.

Ever since being admitted to the State Bar of California in 1992, Steve Quintanilla’s interests have focused primarily on municipal law and many of its related fields, which include planning, real estate, environmental compliance, public works projects, labor, employment, records management, code enforcement, elections, conflicts of interest, the Ralph M. Brown Act and the Public Records Act. Because of his broad knowledge of the legal intricacies of local government, Steve has published several articles addressing a variety of local government issues, and he is often invited to share his vast knowledge as a featured speaker with various media outlets, community groups, public agencies, and professional organizations.   

Prior to earning his J.D. from the UCLA School of Law, Steve earned an M.A. in Urban Planning from the UCLA School of Architecture and Urban Planning, and a B.A. in Environmental Policy from the UCLA Geography Department, from which he graduated magna cum laude and with numerous other academic honors.

Steve is admitted to practice before all the courts of the State of California, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Steve is also the proud parent of four rescue pups, which he describes as 100 percent purebred mutts. For stress relief, Steve spends time restoring discarded furniture, which fulfills his passion to recycle, reuse, and reimagine things in lieu of them filling up our landfills.

Natalie Potter is a people‑centered leader, through and through.

She has spent her career strengthening organizations by investing in people, developing talent, and fostering cultures where employees feel supported, empowered, and inspired to grow.

Natalie earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Management from Grand Canyon University. She continued building her professional foundation with certifications, including a Life & Health Insurance License, and recognition as a Strategic HR Business Partner, reflecting her commitment to aligning people strategies with organizational success.

Natalie’s passion for service took shape early in her career, beginning at Keenan & Associates, where she built a strong foundation in employee benefit programs and learned the importance of supporting employees through well‑designed benefit packages. She continued to expand her expertise at Paychex Insurance Agency, where she strengthened her skills in labor negotiations, employee training, and delivering people‑centered solutions that balanced organizational needs with employee wellbeing. Her career further advanced during her nearly ten years with the Lake Arrowhead Community Services District, where she led key HR operations and supported organizational growth.

In 2024, Natalie joined the City of Moreno Valley as the Human Resources Division Manager. Over the next two years, she helped create Moval Wellness, Moval University, strengthen employee engagement, and build collaborative HR solutions that supported the City’s mission and values.

Today, as the City’s Human Resources Director, Natalie is honored to lead efforts that cultivate a healthy, supportive, and high‑performing work environment for all City employees.

She is known for building people‑first programs, leading with integrity, and championing a workplace culture rooted in growth, accountability, and connection.

She is a leader with purpose, passion, and a clear vision, dedicated to helping people and organizations thrive.

As a consummate professional and a lifelong athlete, the MoVal’s Director of Economic Development can “kick it” with the best of them!

Kyle Warsinski began work at the City of Beaumont in February of 2006 in the planning department and has worked in various capacities in planning, public works, and economic development for the past 19 years.  Kyle comes to Moreno Valley with extensive experience in Riverside County, having most recently worked in the City of Riverside. 

Prior to his employment in the public sector, Mr. Warsinski worked for the Olsen Company in Seal Beach, CA, and Busy Bee Tooling in Ontario, CA. 

Mr. Warsinski holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from California Baptist University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Riverside.  Kyle is an Accredited California Economic Developer (ACE) through the California Association of Local Economic Development (CALED).

Kyle has been married to his wife, Kristin, for 10 years, who is the CEO of the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA).  He and his wife have two sons, nine and five years old.  A resident of the Inland Empire since 2001, Kyle played Division 1 soccer for UCR while attending the university. He now spends his time playing golf and coaching his children as they show interest in various sports.

Kyle’s winning background fits in well here in Moreno Valley, where it’s always game time!

Felicia London, CFO for the City of Moreno Valley, is truly a fixed asset, with a background full of interest, educational gains and compounding accountability.

Felicia London proudly serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the City of Moreno Valley, providing strategic leadership over the City’s financial operations and directs the activities and programs of the Financial & Management Services Department. She oversees the Financial Operations, Purchasing & Sustainability, Grants, Payroll, Financial Resources and Special Districts divisions. Felicia also assists with investment and treasury services, financial analysis, and budgeting.

With over two decades of experience in public sector finance, Felicia is committed to ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and long-term financial sustainability. She works with the City Manager, City Council, and department leadership to support policy decisions through sound financial analysis and responsible stewardship of public resources. Felicia’s career with the City of Moreno Valley began in 2010 as a Management Analyst assigned to the Police Department, where she supported the administration of the City’s police services contract. Her extensive experience working alongside Moreno Valley Police Department staff strengthened the City’s partnership with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department to help deliver cost-effective, high-quality services to residents.

She has since advanced through several key leadership roles, including:

• Public Safety Contracts Administrator (2017) – Overseeing both the police and fire departments' contracts with the County of Riverside.
• Purchasing & Sustainability Division Manager (2021) – Overseeing purchasing, grants, and the public safety contract.
• Special Districts Division Manager (2023) – Providing oversight of financing districts and special programs.
• Deputy Finance Director (2025) – Assuming broad leadership of Financial & Management Services Department operations.
• Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer (2026) – Providing strategic financial leadership to support organizational goals and long-term sustainability

Prior to joining the City of Moreno Valley, Felicia served as an accountant for the Rialto Police Department and held several positions with the County of Riverside Department of Mental Health.

Felicia attended California State University – San Bernadino, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree as well as a Master’s in Public Administration. A long-time Moreno Valley resident, she finds herself keeping busy with her two boys and traveling domestically and internationally, finding joy in experiencing the various sites, sounds, and tastes that the world has to offer. Her ongoing 25+ year dedication to public service, financial stewardship, and strong leadership continues to play a vital role in supporting Moreno Valley’s growth and success.

Felicia’s outstanding efforts to date add up to an amazing career path and a balanced, bright future for the City.

Jesse Park has over twenty years in the California fire service. He went to High School in the San Diego area and then moved to northern California for community college. It was in Mt. Shasta that he signed up with the US Forest Service as a seasonal firefighter working in the Shasta-Trinity and Plumas National Forests.

Chief Park continued with college and the forest service, attending Butte Community College in the Chico area, earning an associate degree in fire science technology, and attending their college Fire Academy for his state firefighter I / EMT and paramedic certifications.

In 2000, he started with CALFIRE, working for the Butte Ranger Unit in Paradise, CA. He promoted to Fire Apparatus Engineer and worked in the Amador-Eldorado Unit near Sacramento for a summer before being offered a position in Riverside County as a firefighter-paramedic.

Chief Park has been assigned to many locations throughout Riverside County.  His experience and training led to promotions; first Engineer, then Captain, and most recently Battalion Chief. He continued with his education, attending numerous fire department classes, but also completing a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership, and a Master of Science in Safety, Security, and Emergency Management. With additional Master’s Certificates in the Fire Service, Homeland Security, and Emergency Manager.

Chief Park is active in the fire department and heads up policy development and training curriculum for Mass Casualty Incident Management and Firefighter Rehabilitation. He is the Riverside Ranger Unit’s NFPA FIREWISE Community liaison, and a lead in the county’s Firefighter Recruitment Task Force.

Chief Park has been married to Kimberly Park for the last 16 years. They live locally and have two children in elementary school. Chief Park is excited to continue the incredible progress of Moreno Valley, providing outstanding public service, and fulfilling the mission to the city, county, and state as well.

Jeremy is passionate about public service and has worked in the Parks and Community Services field for nearly 30 years!  He is a Washington State native but just prior to joining the City of Moreno Valley, he lived and worked for seven years on the gulf coast (Houston metro area).

Jeremy started his career in youth programming but has since gained valuable experience in all aspects of Parks & Community Services Management.  In addition to his recreation programming background, he has reorganized three different agencies, developed 3 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plans, developed and managed a number of facilities including recreation centers, golf courses, parks, pools, civic centers, libraries, sport complexes and even an ice arena.

He has been fortunate enough to receive several professional awards including the Washington Recreation and Park Association Citation of Merit and a National Recreation and Parks Association Professional Fellowship.

He attended Eastern Washington University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Parks & Recreation Management.  He is also a graduate of the NRPA Directors School and the NRPA Marketing and Revenue Management School.  He is a Certified Parks & Recreation Executive, Aquatic Facility Operator, Playground Safety Inspector and a Athletic Director.

In his spare time, Jeremy enjoys traveling, doing home improvement projects and watching television and movies (the scarier the better).  He is a big college and professional football fan and enjoys rooting on his Seattle Seahawks and Washington Huskies!

Jeremy has a passion for developing staff and enjoys serving the community and helping make Moreno Valley an even better place to live work and play!

Sarah Mack serves as Moreno Valley’s Police Chief and holds the rank of Captain with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. She is a Moreno Valley native with deep roots in the community. After her family moved to Moreno Valley in 1991, Chief Mack grew up in the city, attend schools within the MVUSD school district, and worked at local businesses. With family still living in the community, she has a personal stake in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents.

Chief Sarah Mack began her career with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department in 2001 as a Deputy Sheriff assigned to the Southwest Detention Center. Over the years, she has held numerous roles, including working Patrol Operations, Special Enforcement Teams, and serving as a Field Training Officer. In 2010, she was promoted to Sheriff’s Corporal within the Perris Station.

In 2012, Chief Mack was promoted to Sheriff’s Investigator, overseeing the Department’s Career Investigator Program at the Ben Clark Training Center. She later transferred to the Southwest Sheriff’s Station Detective Bureau, where she investigated various crimes, including theft, robbery, and sexual assault. That same year, she was promoted to Sheriff’s Sergeant, supervising the training program at the Southwest Detention Center.

In 2016, as a Sergeant, Chief Mack was transferred to the Cabazon Sheriff’s Station for Patrol Operations and then served as an Academy Coordinator at the Ben Clark Training Center, supervising the Sheriff’s Modular Academy and Reserve Academy. By 2019, she was back in Patrol Operations at the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station, and in 2020, she was promoted to Lieutenant within the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station, managing patrol staff and daily operations, and fostering positive community relationships.

In 2022, as a Lieutenant, Chief Mack was assigned to the Department’s Major Crimes Bureau, managing the Sheriff’s Forensics Unit, Crime Analyst Unit, Force Investigation Detail, and High-Tech Crimes team. In 2024, Sheriff Bianco promoted Police Chief Mack to her current rank of Captain and assigned to the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station, proudly serving as Chief of Police.

Chief Mack holds a degree in Administration of Justice, a degree in Psychology from Chapman University, and is a graduate of the Sherman Block Leadership Institute. She resides in the Temecula area with her husband, who is an RSO Lieutenant, and their three children.

Public service is in Public Works Director Melissa Walker’s DNA. 

She is following in the footsteps of her father, a longtime civil engineer. He instilled in Melissa a sense of duty to better the community around her.  

In her role, Melissa keeps Moreno Valley residents moving. She ensures City streets are maintained, streetlights shine brightly, and public infrastructure holds strong.  

She began her public service journey by achieving a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. From there, she returned to the Inland Empire, completing her Master’s in Public Administration at California State University, San Bernardino.  

As she progressed in the San Bernardino County Department of Public Works, she held positions in flood control and transportation, and proudly protected San Bernardino County from dangerous storms and severe traffic.  

Melissa was the first woman to be Deputy Director of Operations for San Bernardino County, a testament to her hard work and dedication to the community. 

Melissa joined the City of Moreno Valley in 2021 as the Engineering Division Manager, and immediately made an impression on the City. It wasn’t long before she was named Public Works Director in 2022, a role in which she thrives. 

There’s more to Melissa than roads and streetlights. She enjoys painting on canvas, listening to live music, and spending quality time with her sons Nathan and Connor.  

Melissa Walker’s leadership philosophy is simple: inspire people to achieve extraordinary things by bringing out the greatness that lives within them.  

Melissa is one of the extraordinary people that makes Moreno Valley soar! 

Hands on, tuned in, and helping out. Angelica Frausto-Lupo’s career to-date is a testament to the power of focused, results-driven civil service.

Angelica started her career in workforce development with the City of Santa Ana over 25 years ago. She grew up professionally in economic development and has held executive leadership roles since 2020. She has worked for a variety of cities with varying socio-economic demographics such as Pasadena, Burbank, Whittier, San Gabriel, and Rosemead. 

Most recently, she served as Community Development Director with the City of South Pasadena where she oversaw Planning, Building, Community Improvement, and Housing. Angelica believes in social justice and equity which translates into her everyday life and work. She is a thoughtful, active listener who values the input of others, and she’s comfortable working with diverse populations. She has a keen understanding of how public policy affects people, business, and community and she’s committed to improving the physical and social landscape of neighborhoods and regions.

Her direct hands-on leadership contributions have generated best practices in the areas of economic development, marketing, and community engagement resulting in awards from CALED, CAPIO, and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). She was even named “hometown hero” by the Pasadena Convention and Visitors Bureau/Pasadena Center Operating Company for bringing a highly successful 3-day, state-wide conference to the City in 2003.

Angelica played a key role in turning Whittier’s sleepy downtown into a thriving restaurant scene.  She authored the Local Stimulus Plan, which resulted in the City being named “Most Business Friendly City in Los Angeles County” by the LAEDC in 2012.

She enjoys the outdoors and attending music festivals. In fact, rumor has it that she attended the very first Coachella Arts and Music Festival! Angelica has an undergraduate degree in Sociology and a Master’s in Public Administration. She is married and has one daughter who is proudly following in her parent’s footsteps of working as a public servant, working on her MPA at USC.