Hillsborough city manager Doug Davis says he is ready to lead San Mateo County sheriff's office

Doug Davis, Hillsborough city manager and a 36-year law enforcement veteran, told a county meeting transcript that he has been approached by leaders in the sheriff's office to be "their next sheriff" and said he is "ready to answer that call."

Davis said his plan, which he described as ready to implement "on day 1," centers on three priorities: first, empower staff by removing decision-making bottlenecks at the top so "staff can do their work in the best traditions of the sheriff's office"; second, "restore accountability for everyone at all ranks," including addressing unfair discipline and giving voice to those who are silenced; and third, rebuild community trust through alliances with County Manager Mike Caligi and the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.

Davis outlined his background for the role, saying he began his career "36 years ago here in San Mateo County as a police officer and rose to the ranks of chief of police," and that he commanded countywide teams including the counterterrorism unit and the gang task force. He identified an existing professional relationship with the sheriff's office and said that experience underpins his readiness.

The transcript does not specify the meeting name, location, or date when these remarks were delivered. Davis said he had been "honored and humbled when leaders of their rank and file approached me to be their next sheriff," but he did not state in the transcript whether he has filed for office, been formally nominated, or accepted an appointment.

In closing, he said, "San Mateo County deserves a sheriff who can lead with integrity, who can empower our staff and earn trust every day," and thanked listeners for their consideration.