The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors today approved an agreement with the CENCAL Fire and EMS Authority to provide exclusive emergency ambulance services in Ambulance Zones X and Y and dispatch services for all emergency ambulance providers, reinforcing the County's commitment to public safety, accountability, and high-quality emergency medical care.

The Declaration of Candidacy Period for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election opens on Monday, February 9, 2026.

San Joaquin County Community Development Department (CDD) is making it easier and more convenient for residents, contractors, and business owners to access services by offering online appointment scheduling through less. The new system allows customers to schedule appointments in advance, skip the line, reduce wait times, and better plan their visits.

At its annual reorganizational meeting this morning, the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors unanimously elected Supervisor Sonny Dhaliwal of District Three to serve as Chair for 2026. Supervisor Steve Ding of District Four was selected to serve as Vice- Chair.

Over the last six months, the Office of Emergency Services established a core planning team with the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority, CAL FIRE Santa Clara Unit, and key local partners to strengthen a comprehensive assessment of wildfire mitigation needs across San Joaquin County. This team will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).