Rancho Cordova has injected new life into its economic and community development efforts with the recent appointments of Amanda Norton and Darcy Goulart to the roles of Economic Development Director and Community Development Director, respectively. Norton, who boasts over 18 years in municipal government, is set to steer economic strategy with an eye for innovation while Goulart, familiar with the inner workings of the city's Planning Division since 2018, is aiming to sustain the significant growth in the area.
In her ascent to Economic Development Director, Norton has served the City of Rancho Cordova for a decade, moving from the role of Economic Development Analyst to Economic Development Manager, in these ten years she has seen not only the rise and fall of local businesses but the very ebb and flow of prosperity as her own career trajectory has mirrored the ambitions of the city she serves. According to the City of Rancho Cordova, she said, "I am honored and humbled to step into the role as Economic Development Director for the City of Rancho Cordova. I am excited to continue the work alongside a dedicated team and community partners to drive sustainable growth, attract innovative businesses and create more opportunities in Rancho Cordova."
Goulart’s experience with the city's Planning Division puts her in a unique position to influence Rancho Cordova's urban landscape, bringing new residential, commercial, and retail development into reality. She steps into her new role with a track record of leading significant initiatives, among them the General Plan update and re-forming the Planning Commission. Her collaborative efforts with various city departments have been integral to achieving the city's development goals.
As she embraces her new position, Goulart expressed her excitement about the city's growth, saying in a statement obtained by the City of Rancho Cordova, "Over the years, I have seen firsthand the incredible growth of this wonderful city. I am excited to step into the role of Community Development Director to continue to bring new residential, commercial and retail development to Rancho Cordova alongside a talented team." City Manager Micah Runner praised both Norton and Goulart as vital to the city's progression and looked forward to their contributions moving forward.
The appointments represent Rancho Cordova's commitment to furthering both economic prosperity and community development. For those interested in learning more about the Economic Development and Community Development teams, resources and contact information are available at the City of Rancho Cordova's official website.
