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Stanislaus supervisors elect 2026 chair, welcome new clerk and honor COO Patrice Dietrich’s 38 years of service
Summary
The board nominated and unanimously approved Vito Chiesa as chair and a vice chair for 2026, introduced new clerk Mary Hertzfeld, and presented a retirement commendation to Chief Operations Officer Patrice Dietrich, who reflected on her county career.
The Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 6 held its leadership elections and recognized long-serving personnel. The board nominated Vito Chiesa as chair for 2026; with no public comment the supervisors approved the nomination by unanimous voice vote. A vice chair nomination was also approved unanimously.
The meeting included extended…
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