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Government Affairs Staff

Sarah Patterson, Manager of Strategic Partnerships & Government Affairs

Tel: (562) 570-6584
Fax:  (562) 570-7650
E-mail: Sarah.Patterson@longbeach.gov  

Sarah manages the Government Affairs Team in the City Manager's Office in addition to overseeing  contracts with state and federal lobbyist firms, and driving the City’s legislative and funding advocacy strategies and efforts. 

Sarah Patterson has worked in government relations for over 10 years in the Los Angeles area. Formerly as a Field Representative for Assemblymember Patrick O’Donnell, the Los Angeles City Council, and the Port of Los Angeles. Most recently, Sarah served as a Government Affairs Officer, then manager, of  the Government Affairs team for the Southern California Association of Governments, where she led and managed the Government Affairs team across 6 Southern California counties, working with elected officials, external agency partners, private business, and community groups.

Sarah Patterson holds a master’s degree in public administration from the California State University, Long Beach, and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Whittier College.

Clayton Heard, Government Affairs Analyst

Tel: (562) 570-5191
E-mail: Clayton.Heard@longbeach.gov 

Clayton Heard is a dedicated public servant and active community member in Long Beach. He previously served as the Senior Field Representative for Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal and former Congressman Alan Lowenthal. In both offices he ensured the community had access to their local officials and worked with cities, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to identify resources and legislative priorities at the state and federal level.

Clayton Heard holds a master’s degree in public administration from California State University, Long Beach, and a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and policy from Chapman University.