Press Releases

Stockton, CA – At its special meeting, the Board of Supervisors voted to support Proposition 36, which would repeal Proposition 47 and restore common sense to the issues of homelessness, drug addiction and theft reduction in California. The measure was passed unanimously by the Board of Supervisors. The Board took separate action to place a measure on the local ballot to limit county public assistance to substance abusers and addicts who refuse treatment.

San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services to receive $15 million to rapidly house people experiencing homelessness and mental illness through Behavioral Health Bridge House Program.

Stockton, CA – Today, Miguel Villapudua, Chairman of the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors issued the following statement in response to the executive order on homeless encampments issued by Governor Gavin Newsom:

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the San Joaquin Valley as major heat risk returns this week. Certain libraries and community centers are operating as cooling centers to provide a safe, air-conditioned refuge for community members seeking relief from the heat.

The San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters (ROV) issued the following notice in accordance with the provisions of the Election Laws of the State of California, that on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, there will be a Presidential General Election for the following offices: