Brad Hudson comes to the City of Riverside after serving as the Assistant County Executive Officer of the Economic Development Agency where he was responsible for broad activities and operations throughout the county.

Hudson spent more than 14 years with the County, where he began as Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Eastern Riverside County. Additionally, Hudson proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He received his BS degree from California State University Fresno and an MPA from University of San Francisco.

The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, acts as the chief administrative officer of the City. He enforces the laws and carries out the policies of the Council through the control and direction of City Departments.

Municipal affairs are conducted using modern business methods including program and financial planning and execution, personnel management, and a variety of automated systems.

In addition, the City Manager makes recommendations to the Council on legislation, fiscal matters, capital improvements and other City policies, and he oversees the responsibilities of the Communications Officer and the Intergovernmental Relations Office.