City of Rancho Santa Margarita
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The City of Rancho Santa Margarita is a small urban municipality in south Orange County, California, established as a general law city with a Council-Manager government on January 1, 2000. It serves a population of about 50,000 residents across 13 square miles, offering local government administration designed to combine the conveniences of a small city with the amenities of a village-like community. The city operates as a governmental entity responsible for policy recommendations and implementation through its five at-large council members and a city manager who serves as chief executive. Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, the organization maintains a permanent presence at 22112 el Paseo and serves residents and local stakeholders through municipal services and community programs. Recent activities include public events and partnerships reflecting civic engagement, such as hosting community celebrations and collaborating with organizations on service initiatives.