Decision Maker

Matthew Jorgens

Newark City Council

California

Matthew Jorgens is a current member of the Newark City Council, having been elected on November 8, 2022. A lifelong resident of Newark, Jorgens has deep roots in the community, having attended local schools including Bunker Elementary School. He pursued higher education at the University of California, Davis, where he earned his degree. In addition to his role on the City Council, Jorgens serves as a Field Representative for California State Assemblymember Alex Lee. This position allows him to engage with constituents and advocate for local issues at the state level25. His election to the council came during a significant transition period for Newark, which saw several long-serving council members step down, marking a new era in governance for the city.