Meet the Public Works Director

Alex Tachiki was appointed Public Works Director in 2023, after joined the City of Monrovia in July 2016. He's held various roles within the Public Works Department.

During his time with the City, he has gained extensive experience with multiple disciplines, including budget and operations, public relations, community engagement, transportation, water conservation, stormwater, solid waste and recycling, project and construction management, and municipal planning.

Alex holds a Master’s Degree from the University of Southern California in Public Administration with a Public Policy Certification and a Bachelor’s Degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, in Political Science. Most recently, Alex completed an Executive Certification with a Concentration in Public Policy from the Harvard University Kennedy School and is in the process of completing his second Executive Certification with a Concentration in Public Leadership.