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Supervisor Karen Spiegel is a dedicated public servant and regional leader who has represented Riverside County’s Second District since 2018. In 2026, she was selected by her colleagues to serve as Chair of the Board of Supervisors, marking her second time serving in this leadership role and reflecting the trust and confidence of her fellow Board members.

Throughout her tenure, Supervisor Spiegel has focused on strengthening communities through regional collaboration, infrastructure investment, and responsive constituent services. She has been recognized for her leadership in transportation and mobility initiatives, as well as her ability to build strong partnerships across cities, agencies, and organizations to advance priorities benefiting Riverside County residents.

Before joining the Board of Supervisors, Supervisor Spiegel served the City of Corona for more than two decades, including roles as City Treasurer, Council Member, and four terms as Mayor. Her long-standing commitment to public service is grounded in a belief that engaged communities and accessible government create stronger, more resilient regions.

In addition to her work within the Second District, Supervisor Spiegel represents Riverside County at the regional and state level through service on numerous boards and committees, many in leadership capacities, listed here. Her “roll-up your sleeves” approach continues to guide her involvement in civic, business, and community efforts across the region.

Supervisor Spiegel’s contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Corona-Norco YMCA Distinguished Service Award, Corona Citizen of the Year, League of California Cities Outstanding Public Service Award, Women in Transportation Woman of the Year, Mobility 21 Public Sector Leader of the Year, Corona Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Award of Excellence, and the Building Industry Association Outstanding Elected Official Award.

She holds a degree from California State University, Long Beach, and completed graduate studies at Pepperdine University, earning a Master’s Degree and working as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Her professional background spans counseling, small-business ownership, and marketing, including operating a family-owned electrical contracting business and co-founding Spiegel Enterprises & Publications.

Supervisor Spiegel and her husband, Bobby, have been married for 40 years and have five adult children and three grandchildren: Jackson Paul, RJ, and Makenna Rose. She values time with her family and remains deeply committed to supporting future generations, guided by her belief that “Education and life experiences give our youth the foundation to build upon so that our values, customs and history live on in future generations.”