Santa Monica
City Council
Agenda Item M
M. Appointment of City Attorney and Authorization to Execute Agreement\nNew Item Received 3/19/2026\nRecommended Action\nStaff recommends that Council:\n1. Appoint Heidi von Tongeln as City Attorney commencing on March 22, 2026; and\n2. Authorize the Mayor to execute an employment agreement with Ms. von Tongeln for her\nservice as City Attorney.\nStaff Report Printout\na. Heidi von Tongeln City Attorney Employment Contract 031226