Second Vice President Michael Cao


Council Member, Arcadia

Michael Cao, M.D., was elected to the Arcadia City Council in 2022 and served as mayor from 2024 to 2025. During his time on the council, he has championed public safety, community health, and initiatives supporting local veterans. A physician and veteran, Cao served 10 years as an active-duty Major in the U.S. Air Force, including as a Critical Care Airlift Team leader. Following his military service, he joined the faculty of the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California before establishing his own medical practice.

Cao has held several leadership roles with Cal Cities, including serving on the Board of Directors and as president of the Los Angeles County Division. He currently chairs the Veterans and Military City Officials Member Group and the Los Angeles County Division Nominating Committee.