“Having worked with Bryan for many years on projects both in the public and volunteer sectors of
our community, I appreciate that he has the unique ability to look at all sides of an issue or
question. He is a consensus builder. He has a positive attitude and a "can do" belief. With over 30
years of public service and a strong base in the volunteer sector of our community, I believe Bryan
to have the qualities that are needed to be a Council member for the City of Oxnard.”
Denise Paul-Elliott
Business Owner
our community, I appreciate that he has the unique ability to look at all sides of an issue or
question. He is a consensus builder. He has a positive attitude and a "can do" belief. With over 30
years of public service and a strong base in the volunteer sector of our community, I believe Bryan
to have the qualities that are needed to be a Council member for the City of Oxnard.”
Denise Paul-Elliott
Business Owner
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"I recognize Bryan for his love for our community, his years of community service and his passion
and desire to continue serving.”
Edgar A. Mohorko
Chair of the Oxnard Clergy Council
and desire to continue serving.”
Edgar A. Mohorko
Chair of the Oxnard Clergy Council
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has given over twenty-nine years of outstanding service to the City of
Oxnard as a member of the Oxnard Police Department; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald began his career with the City in September 1973 as a Police Cadet with the
Oxnard Police Department, then was hired as a Police Officer in August 1977 accepting positions of
increasing scope and responsibility including: Task Force Officer from January 1982 to July 1983, assigned
to the Investigations Division from July 1983 to July 1985, appointed as Traffic Officer from July 1985 to
August 1988, promoted to Senior Police Officer in May 1990, Promoted to Police Sergeant in May 1995
where he served as Code Enforcement Manager from November 1997 through November 2001; then in
November 2001 Bryan MacDonald was promoted to Commander where he served as a Patrol Watch
Commander and the Investigations Commander and in April 2005 Bryan MacDonald was promoted to
Assistant Police Chief where he has served as the Bureau Chief for the Administrative Services Bureau,
overseeing Police Communications, Support Services, and Professional Standards; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has been involved with the development of officers through the Ventura
College Reserve Academy, both as the Officer in Charge and as an instructor since 1987, and he continued
his education while working as a Police Officer and completed both a Master's Degree in Public
Administration from California State University Northridge and a Juris Doctor Degree from the Ventura
College of Law; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has always been involved in his community and served the residents of
Oxnard as the Chairperson for the American Cancer Society Gold Coast Region Community Council,
Vice-Chair, Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, Ventura County Behavioral Health Department, member of
the Oxnard Salsa Festival Committee and a Board Member of the Elite Theatre Company of Oxnard; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has accomplished his many achievements while sharing his life with his
wonderfully supportive wife Lorraine.
Now, Therefore, the City Council of the City of Oxnard does hereby resolve to commend Bryan
MacDonald for over twenty-nine years of outstanding service to the City of Oxnard and the residents of
our community and extend best wishes and congratulations on the occasion of his retirement.
Text of the Resolution presented to Bryan on July 25th, 2006 by Mayor Thomas Holden and
Councilmembers Andres Herrera, John C. Zaragoza, Dean Maulhardt, and Timothy B. Flynn.
Oxnard as a member of the Oxnard Police Department; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald began his career with the City in September 1973 as a Police Cadet with the
Oxnard Police Department, then was hired as a Police Officer in August 1977 accepting positions of
increasing scope and responsibility including: Task Force Officer from January 1982 to July 1983, assigned
to the Investigations Division from July 1983 to July 1985, appointed as Traffic Officer from July 1985 to
August 1988, promoted to Senior Police Officer in May 1990, Promoted to Police Sergeant in May 1995
where he served as Code Enforcement Manager from November 1997 through November 2001; then in
November 2001 Bryan MacDonald was promoted to Commander where he served as a Patrol Watch
Commander and the Investigations Commander and in April 2005 Bryan MacDonald was promoted to
Assistant Police Chief where he has served as the Bureau Chief for the Administrative Services Bureau,
overseeing Police Communications, Support Services, and Professional Standards; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has been involved with the development of officers through the Ventura
College Reserve Academy, both as the Officer in Charge and as an instructor since 1987, and he continued
his education while working as a Police Officer and completed both a Master's Degree in Public
Administration from California State University Northridge and a Juris Doctor Degree from the Ventura
College of Law; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has always been involved in his community and served the residents of
Oxnard as the Chairperson for the American Cancer Society Gold Coast Region Community Council,
Vice-Chair, Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, Ventura County Behavioral Health Department, member of
the Oxnard Salsa Festival Committee and a Board Member of the Elite Theatre Company of Oxnard; and
Whereas, Bryan MacDonald has accomplished his many achievements while sharing his life with his
wonderfully supportive wife Lorraine.
Now, Therefore, the City Council of the City of Oxnard does hereby resolve to commend Bryan
MacDonald for over twenty-nine years of outstanding service to the City of Oxnard and the residents of
our community and extend best wishes and congratulations on the occasion of his retirement.
Text of the Resolution presented to Bryan on July 25th, 2006 by Mayor Thomas Holden and
Councilmembers Andres Herrera, John C. Zaragoza, Dean Maulhardt, and Timothy B. Flynn.
Bryan's Badges
“My whole career has been dedicated to the development of our youth to be the leaders of
tomorrow. When I think of the person I most trust to lead this city into the future as a City Council
member that person is Bryan MacDonald.”
Daisy Tatum
Retired Educator, Oxnard Union High School District
"As a business owner in South Oxnard, I fully recognize the importance of a strong and financially
sound city. I know that Bryan MacDonald has the skills and ability to lead our city and keep it
running successfully."
Bob Brown
Owner, Harbor Plumbing Supply
"I am always seeking out individuals who exemplify our wonderful city. Bryan retired as an Asst.
Police Chief after having served us for almost 30 years and he continues to be a strong advocate for
Oxnard through his many civic involvements. He is my choice for City Council."
Pablo Ortiz
City of Oxnard Distinguished Citizen award recipient, 2008
tomorrow. When I think of the person I most trust to lead this city into the future as a City Council
member that person is Bryan MacDonald.”
Daisy Tatum
Retired Educator, Oxnard Union High School District
"As a business owner in South Oxnard, I fully recognize the importance of a strong and financially
sound city. I know that Bryan MacDonald has the skills and ability to lead our city and keep it
running successfully."
Bob Brown
Owner, Harbor Plumbing Supply
"I am always seeking out individuals who exemplify our wonderful city. Bryan retired as an Asst.
Police Chief after having served us for almost 30 years and he continues to be a strong advocate for
Oxnard through his many civic involvements. He is my choice for City Council."
Pablo Ortiz
City of Oxnard Distinguished Citizen award recipient, 2008