Mike Bonin is Councilman
Rosendahl’s chief of staff. In that capacity,
Mike manages the entire council staff and oversees strategic
planning, budget and personnel issues. He is Bill’s
senior policy advisor, top troubleshooter, and liaison
to the mayor’s office, other council offices,
and all City departments.
A veteran of Los Angeles government
and politics, Mike most recently managed Bill’s
campaign. He previously served as deputy chief of staff
and district director for U.S. Rep. Jane Harman, who
represents many of the communities in the 11th District.
Prior to his stint with the federal government, Mike
worked for seven years for former City Councilwoman
Ruth Galanter, serving as legislative deputy, district
director, and ultimately deputy chief of staff. While
working for Galanter, he handled environmental policy,
public safety issues, and major district projects, such
as the renovation of Venice Beach.
A graduate of Harvard University with a B.A. in United States History, Mike is a former newspaper reporter. A Massachusetts native, he has lived in Venice since 1992. He enjoys photography, weightlifting, spinning, and reading. He is a Civil War buff, a fan of mixed martial arts, and an advocate for public art.
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