Stockton, CA – The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors has chosen Supervisor Paul J. Canepa as Chair as part of its annual reorganizational meeting held this morning. Canepa represents a large portion of central Stockton in his role as the second district Supervisor. He is currently in his first term on the Board, having been elected in 2022. Supervisor Sonny Dhaliwal, the third district representative, was chosen as Vice-Chair as well; Dhaliwal was sworn in as Supervisor in this morning’s meeting.
“I appreciate the confidence and support of my fellow Board members in selecting me as Chair,” commented Canepa. “I look forward to the opportunity to represent San Joaquin County and to continue building partnerships and strengthening the relationships with our cities. We are here to work on your behalf to build and maintain our infrastructure, provide for public safety, and support and strengthen our community. I am excited about the opportunities that lay ahead in the coming year to grow greatness here in San Joaquin County as we move into the future.”
The Board chairship typically rotates between the members of the Board of Supervisors in numerical order. The Chairman of the Board serves as a spokesperson and representative of the Board of Supervisors and San Joaquin County at events throughout the year. Additional responsibilities include conducting all Board meetings throughout the year and making committee assignments for the Board members on 56 committees that they serve on in the County and community. The Vice-Chair is chosen to serve in the absence of the Chair.
“This is an exciting day for me personally and professionally,” added Vice-Chair Dhaliwal. “I am grateful to all of District Three for their support as I embark on this new chapter of my service to our community. My heartfelt thanks also extend to my family and friends for their unwavering love and encouragement. San Joaquin County is my home, and I am anxious to begin the hard work that lies ahead to help all of our residents and our families reach their full potential. I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Board and my friends at the cities to develop regional solutions to the larger challenges that we face.”
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