City Clerk Nikima Newsome to leave post in January

December 5, 2025 11:16 AM

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Dec. 5, 2025) - City Clerk Nikima Newsome announced this week she will resign from her position in January for a new career opportunity, after serving in the role for two years.

Newsome has worked for the city of Santa Monica since 2019 and was appointed as city clerk in July 2024, after serving in the interim role for six months following the retirement of Denise Anderson-Warren.

During her tenure, Newsome implemented remote public comment and streamlined the public comment process for Council meetings. In addition, she developed the Loving Democracy - Why We Vote program during the 2024 election.

"Niki has played an important role in helping keep the city's work moving during some very difficult moments. I appreciate the steady commitment she brought to her position and thank her for her service to Santa Monica," Mayor Lana Negrete said. "I wish her nothing but success ahead."

The City Council is slated to begin discussions about the recruitment process for a new city clerk in closed session on Dec. 9. More details will be shared when available. Newsome's last day with the city will be Jan. 7, 2026.

For more information on the City Clerk's Office, visit santamonica.gov.

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