Buckeye's City Manager is responsible for the proper administration of all of the city’s daily operations and for implementing the council’s policies. This office also ensures that the work of all departments aligns with the city’s goals to produce efficient, high-quality customer service and sound fiscal management. 

Doug Sandstrom, City Manager

Email: dsandstrom@buckeyeaz.gov

Mr. Sandstrom has over 30 years of municipal government experience that includes finance, water infrastructure, CIP, budget, long-range financial forecasting, and public/private partnerships. He is also dedicated to open, transparent communication giving him strong, collaborative leadership skills.

Sandstrom has worked for several cities in Arizona throughout his career, including Surprise, Show Low, Casa Grande, Goodyear and most recently as Buckeye's Deputy City Manager.

A few of his recent accomplishments in Buckeye include successfully leading the passage of the 2024 GO Bond effort, collaborating with developers on updated Impact Fees and fostering relationships with labor associations.

Sandstrom has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from St. Cloud State University and a Masters of Public Administration from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. He is also an active member in the national and local chapters of Government Finance Officers Associations, the International City Manager’s Association and an Executive Board Member of the Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool.

Additional Contact

Christa Lancaster, Assistant to the City Manager
Phone: 623-349-6991
Email: clancaster@buckeyeaz.gov