Civic & Institutional Oversight

David has served in appointed oversight roles across National City and the broader South Bay, bringing independent accountability to nearly $460 million in public investment and direct governance experience at the municipal level.

Sweetwater Union High School District | Chula Vista, CA | 2020 – 2023 | Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

Served on the independent advisory board monitoring $403 million in capital investment for the largest secondary school district in California, serving 74,000 students. Provided oversight of construction timelines, contractor compliance, and cost accountability — gaining direct experience in how large-scale public projects are managed, delayed, and delivered.

National School District | National City, CA | 2017 – 2023 | Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

Advised on a $56 million investment in the construction, repair, and modernization of 10 schools serving 5,000 students in National City. Monitored ongoing infrastructure costs including HVAC and technology systems, ensuring expenditures aligned with voter-approved priorities.

City of National City | National City, CA | 2015 – 2019 | Civil Service Commissioner

Appointed to enforce and reform the merit-based personnel system governing 350 city employees. Reviewed appeals and classification disputes, developing practical expertise in municipal governance, labor standards, and the operational realities of local government administration.