Press Releases

Stockton, CA – Board Chair Paul Canepa issued the following statement on behalf of the Board of Supervisors as the world remembers Pope Francis:

Stockton, CA — The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors has approved the creation of a new Countywide Cold Case Task Force, a collaborative, multi-agency initiative spearheaded by District Attorney Ron Freitas and Sheriff Pat Withrow. The task force will be dedicated to solving the County's more than 600 unsolved cases, including homicides, missing persons with suspicious circumstances, and sexual assaults.

Stockton, CA - At its Tuesday meeting, the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors unanimously appointed Genevieve G. Valentine as Director of Health Care Services, making permanent the interim leadership role she has held since 2024.

Stockton, CA – The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors has approved the addition of three new positions to the Community Development Department (CDD) to enhance customer service, improve turnaround times for permit processing, and assist the public with the recently implemented Accela permitting system. These positions will provide critical support in optimizing department operations and ensuring the public can efficiently navigate the permitting process.

Stockton, CA - The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors celebrated with members of the community today as they proclaimed 2025 as the County's 175th anniversary year, highlighting the County's rich history and pioneering spirit. Additionally, the Board chose the work of local student A. Vasquez to serve as the inspiration for a commemorative county seal for this special anniversary year.