Reyna takes over as Hemet’s city manager

Ernest “Ernie” Reyna has taken over as Hemet’s city manager.

Formerly Perris’ assistant city manager, Reyna took office Nov. 2, according to a statement on Hemet’s website.

His appointment was announced in September.

Reyna brings more than 25 years experience in city government to his new role as Hemet’s city manager. He joined Perris in 2019 as its director of finance and city treasurer, and was promoted two years later to deputy city manager and later assistant city manager.

As assistant city manager, Reyes was in charge of finance. public works, information technology, emergency management, municipal enforcement services, and public safety contract administration.

Before joining Perris, Reyna served as Eastvale’s finance director and treasurer, according to the statement.