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Ron Galperin

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Ron Galperin
NameRon Galperin
OfficeLos Angeles City Controller
Term start2013
Term end2022
PredecessorWendy Greuel
SuccessorKenneth Mejia
Birth date1963
Birth placeNew York City
NationalityAmerican
PartyDemocratic

Ron Galperin is an American politician who served as the Los Angeles City Controller from 2013 to 2022. He was first elected to the position in 2013, succeeding Wendy Greuel, and was re-elected in 2017. During his tenure, Galperin worked closely with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Los Angeles City Council to implement various policy initiatives. He also collaborated with other city officials, including Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl and California State Senator Bob Hertzberg.

● Early Life and Education

Galperin was born in 1963 in New York City and grew up in New Jersey. He attended Washington University in St. Louis, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and History. After college, Galperin moved to Los Angeles and worked as a lawyer and businessman before entering politics. He was involved in various community organizations, including the Los Angeles Jewish Federation and the American Jewish Committee. Galperin also participated in the Coro Fellowship program, which is affiliated with the University of Southern California and the California State University, Los Angeles.

● Career

Before being elected as the Los Angeles City Controller, Galperin worked as a lawyer and auditor for several firms, including Deloitte and KPMG. He also served as a trustee for the Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System and as a commissioner for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. Galperin's experience in finance and accounting helped him develop a strong background in auditing and fiscal management, which he applied during his tenure as city controller. He worked with other city officials, such as Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer and Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang, to implement various policy initiatives.

● Los Angeles City Controller

As the Los Angeles City Controller, Galperin was responsible for overseeing the city's finance and budget. He worked closely with the Los Angeles City Council and the Los Angeles Mayor to develop and implement the city's budget. Galperin also conducted audits of city departments and agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation. He collaborated with other city officials, such as Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, to address various city issues. Galperin also worked with state officials, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and California State Controller Betty Yee, to secure funding for city projects.

● Policy Initiatives

During his tenure, Galperin implemented several policy initiatives aimed at improving the city's transparency and accountability. He launched the ControlPanel LA website, which provides detailed information on the city's budget and spending. Galperin also established the LA City Controller's Audit Committee, which oversees the city's auditing process. He worked with other city officials, including Los Angeles City Council Member Paul Koretz and Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, to develop and implement policies related to sustainability and environmental protection. Galperin also collaborated with state and federal officials, including United States Senator Dianne Feinstein and United States Representative Adam Schiff, to address issues related to infrastructure and transportation.

● Personal Life

Galperin is a resident of Los Angeles and is involved in various community organizations, including the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles. He has received several awards for his work, including the Los Angeles Business Journal's LA500 award and the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials' Latino Leadership Award. Galperin has also been recognized by various organizations, including the League of California Cities and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants. He has worked with other community leaders, including Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and California State Senator Maria Elena Durazo, to address various city and state issues. Galperin's work has been covered by several media outlets, including the Los Angeles Times and KCRW. Category:American politicians

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