City of Saratoga City Council Councilmember Tina Walia

For her first year on the Saratoga City Council in 2020, Tina Walia was tapped to serve as vice mayor, but given that she’s been on the city’s Planning Commission for more than a decade, she certainly knew her way around City Hall. Walia also volunteered on the Government Operations Climate Action Plan. Walia’s volunteer efforts have also benefited the Tech Museum, and the Adult Literacy Program of the City of Santa Clara. She is serving as a councilmember through 2024.

Day job: Business consultant with over ten years of global diverse experience in project management, operationsmanagement, market research and comprehensive strategic analysis

Alma maters: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (MBA, master’s degrees in architecture and strategic management); Panjab University (bachelor’s degree, architecture)

Notable quote: “Covid-19 and recent hillside fire danger has only highlighted the need for careful planning ahead. With my well rounded leadership experience, I am ready to take up this new responsibility and serve again. I will bring a fresh, yet seasoned representation to the Council. I will ensure the safety and well being of all Saratogans from day one.” —Tina Walia, Tina4Saratoga.com