Carmel-by-the-Sea selects Renee Aldama as assistant city forester; project manager interviews underway

City staff announced that Renee Aldama has been selected as Carmel-by-the-Sea's assistant city forester after an open recruitment, and that interviews for a separate project manager position are underway.

Marissa told the council the assistant city forester selection followed a full, open recruitment and said Aldama competed against external technical candidates. "Renee competed against highly qualified technical experts... and she came out clearly on top," Marissa said, congratulating Aldama and public-works staff.

Marissa also said project manager interviews were taking place that day and that the city expects to fill the position soon. The announcements were presented as part of routine staffing updates during the meeting.

City personnel records or a HR announcement can confirm start dates and position descriptions; the transcript does not specify a start date or compensation details.