With a background in law enforcement, real estate and extensive building experience Bob brings a unique expertise to the City to improve the “business friendly” atmosphere and insure that the City’s financial practices are efficient and appropriate. He represents the City on the countywide homeless taskforce and serves on the El Camino Homeless Organization’s Board. Mr. Kelley joined the Council in 2008 and has served as Mayor Pro Tem and the Vice Chairman of the Redevelopment Agency. He served on the City’s Planning Commission from 2000 to 2006.

Mr. O’Malley retired from San Luis Obispo County government after serving as the Administrator for the Department of Mental Health. Now, he and his wife operate Portola Inn which provides lodging and venues for special events. After serving on the City’s Planning Commission, O’Malley was first elected to the City Council in 2002. His goal was to build consensus in what was then a divided community and to focus on community wide interests. O’Malley served as Mayor in 2006 and again in 2011. He helped develop the City’s Public Trust program and continues to work for open and efficient government. Mayor O’Malley is a strong advocate for Economic Development, Downtown revitalization and capital improvements throughout the City.

Mr. Clay is a farmer at heart. After farming with his father, he worked at the Paso Robles School for Boys as a Senior Youth Counselor. He had a twilight career in real estate. He has a passion for volunteerism. Jerry is credited with starting the Youth Basketball and Babe Ruth baseball programs in Atascadero. He and his wife, Vivienne, were community 4-H leaders for 21 years in Atascadero, and Jerry is still involved with 4-H and FFA with his grandchildren. Jerry has worked the Junior Livestock Auction at the Mid-State Fair for over 50 years and is an active member of Kiwanis. He was one of the original members of the Veterans Memorial Committee. Jerry joined the Council in 1996 bringing his enthusiasm for youth programs. He championed programs for youth, the new Youth Center, workforce housing, and the second-unit ordinance. Jerry served as Mayor in 2003.

With a background in business, finance and education, Roberta has a keen interest in promoting local business and accountability in government. Fonzi was elected to the Council in 2008 and served as Mayor in 2010. She is passionate about involving the public in the governmental process, and has been a strong promoter of creating a business-friendly climate with improved job opportunities for local residents.

Brian works for PG&E at Diablo Canyon Power Plant, and serves his community as a volunteer. Being a "business friendly" city is very important to him, both for new and existing businesses. He is interested in seeing the Council, community, and staff, work as a team...create a "We" mentality. He joined the Council in 2010, after serving on the Planning Commission from 2008 to 2010.