Mission Viejo Announces New City Manager Monday

MISSION VIEJO, CA — A longtime City of Mission Viejo employee will take the reins from retiring City Manager Dennis Wilberg, after Elaine Lister was announced as Mission Viejo's new City Manager.

Lister's contract was approved during last Tuesday's City Council meeting, and she will replace Wilberg, who has worked with the city for more than 20 years and was recently recognized as "City Manager of the Year" by ACC-OC.

“Elaine comes with a great background and a great track record,” Mayor Trish Kelley said during Tuesday's Council meeting. “This position was a very important one to the City, and I know that we are in very good hands.”

Lister will take over starting July 6, the city said.

"She brings to the position a wealth of experience and passion for Mission Viejo," a city statement said. "Elaine has served in a variety of positions with the City, serving as Director of Community Development for the last 11 years and overseeing the divisions of planning and development, building and safety, economic development, and code enforcement."