Public Safety
Sheriff’s Office Honors its Heroes at Merit Awards Ceremony
The County of Santa Clara Sheriff’s Office honored more than five dozen of its top-notch employees for exemplary work done in the realm of public safety at annual ceremony.
Facilities And Fleet Team Upfits Sheriff's Office Vehicles
The County of Santa Clara’s Facilities and Fleet Emergency Vehicle Upfit Team works hard to create the vehicles responsible for public safety.
County’s College Collaborative System Is a Game-Changer for Justice-Involved Students
The County of Santa Clara has partnered with six community colleges to break down barriers and offer second chances through continuing educational opportunities for those in custody.
There's a New Sheriff in Town: Meet Bob Jonsen
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a teenage, pre-badge Bob Jonsen was unceremoniously hurled off a speeder bike and into an enormous Endorian redwood, got manhandled by a famous Wookie, and ultimately realized that an acting destiny was not in his stars.
Public Survey Now Open for the 2023 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
The County is working with cities, towns and special districts to update the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is now open for public participation. Community members are encouraged to participate in the public survey to share their experiences, knowledge and concerns about local hazards.
County of Santa Clara Reopens Grant Opportunity for Community Fourth of July Fireworks Events
Government agencies and nonprofit organizations can now apply for grants to help fund safe and legal Fourth of July fireworks events in Santa Clara County. The County’s fireworks grant program was suspended for three years during the COVID-19 pandemic.
County Program Helps Prevent Catastrophic Wildfires
The Weed Abatement Program requires property owners to remove excess vegetation and combustible debris. Inspection season begins March 1 in the cities of San José, Santa Clara and Campbell.
Mural Gives Elmwood Inmates a Voice, Celebrates the Power of Hope and Rehabilitation
The 10-by-4-foot painting, titled "Rising," explores the theme of fatherhood. It is the result of a collaboration between the County of Santa Clara Office of Diversion and Reentry Services, County Sheriff’s Office, Gilroy-based nonprofit Carry the Vision, and the Gilroy Center for the Arts.
County Reentry center helps build a safer, healthier community through compassionate justice
County Reentry Center Helps Build a Safer, Healthier Community through Compassionate Justice
Children’s Advocacy Center of Santa Clara County Celebrates Year Anniversary: A National Model for Serving Young Victims of Abuse
Children’s Advocacy Center of Santa Clara County Celebrates Year Anniversary: A National Model for Serving Young Victims of Abuse