City Administrator Danise Brakeman

Danise Brakeman, along with her husband, Randy, and their three children, recently moved to the Rogue Valley . 

Born and raised in Lakewood , CA , Danise made Bonanza, OR her new home in 1985, where she became an active volunteer in the community.  In 1990, Danise was elected City Recorder for the Town of Bonanza .  She has served in several capacities, as the needs of the city increased.  In addition to City Recorder, she served as the Planning Director, Utility Clerk, Public Works Administrator, Budget Secretary, Event Planner, and Grant Writer.  She served Bonanza for 20 years, before accepting the Shady Cove City Administrator position.