Julio Garcia

Julio Garcia is a public affairs and policy professional with more than a decade of experience in community organizing, public engagement, and government relations. He currently leads the regional government relations portfolio for SANDAG.
He previously served as the Government Affairs Manager for two San Diego City Council Presidents, providing strategic guidance on policy matters involving local jurisdictions such as the County of San Diego, MTS, SANDAG, and the Airport Authority, as well as binational, state, and federal issues.

Throughout his career, Julio has contributed to a wide range of policy and advocacy initiatives focused on housing and tenant rights, rent stabilization, transportation, and public health. His professional experience spans several regions of California, including Stockton, San Francisco, and Oakland.

A San Diego native with family roots in Tijuana, Julio is a proud binational community member with a deep commitment to advancing social justice. In his free time, he enjoys cycling and spending time with his partner and their dog. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American and Latino Studies with a minor in Legal Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz.