Who We Are
Dog Day, Every Day – and County K9 Handlers Wouldn’t Have it Any Other Way
Meet Sgt. Marcus Barbour and his best bud Titan, patrol partners who hit the streets after midnight as one of the most respected K9 teams at the County of Santa Clara Sheriff’s Office.
For the Dogs … and Cats, and Horses, and Ducks and more
You may have heard of Cesar Millán, television’s famous “Dog Whisperer.” Well, the County of Santa Clara has someone who might not be as well-known, but he’s certainly a dog’s best friend, the cat’s meow, and an all-around critter and creature comforter: Lorance Gómez, the operations manager of the County animal shelter.
County Employee Clothes Drive Expands in Second Year with Books, Toys, Sponsorships
A year after a random run-in with a downtrodden man in front of the County Administration Building spurred an employee to start a Holiday Coat Drive, the effort has expanded to include toys, books, and family sponsorships – and is now on track to eclipse last year’s impressive effort.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Named High Performing for Maternal and Newborn Care by U.S. News & World Report
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC) has been honored as High Performing for Maternity Care for a fourth consecutive year in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report list of Best Hospitals for Maternal and Newborn Care.
Collectors with Compassion
The staff of the Santa Clara County Department of Tax and Collections exemplify their mantra of "collectors with compassion." They understand that individuals have stories and struggles behind every bill and debt. Their work, often unseen, is integral to the community's well-being, ensuring that the County continues to thrive and support those in need.
County Appoints New Assistant Director of the Department of Family and Children’s Services
Javier Guerrero, who has more than two decades of experience in improving the lives of children and families, begins his new role on Aug. 12.
County Appoints Supportive Housing Director to New Role as Deputy County Executive
Consuelo Hernández will join the Office of the County Executive after four years as director of the Office of Supportive Housing, where she led the implementation of the $950 million Measure A Affordable Housing Bond, approved by county voters in 2016.
Committed to Service: A Deputy’s Journey
Sheriff’s Deputy Zac Burke leans on community outreach to bolster public safety
County Appoints New Director of Family and Children Services
Damion Wright, who previously served as the department’s Assistant Director, has more than 20 years of experience in child welfare in both nonprofit and government roles.
New Veterinarian Brings Skill and ‘Hope’ to Animal Services Center
A world-class animal shelter deserves a special veterinarian, and the County of Santa Clara Animal Services Center has found the perfect fit in Dr. Kieu Vuong. The longtime South Bay resident has an ideal blend of skills, experience and disposition to lead the medical clinic at the state-of-the-art Animal Services Center, which opened in 2021.
