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2022 Sheriff Candidate Forum
There are three candidates for Sonoma County Sheriff on the ballot in the June 7, 2022 Statewide primary. On April 4, 2022, the Community Advisory Council (CAC) hosted a forum with candidates Edmonds, Engram, and Tannenbaum. Tune in to learn more about each of the candidates and their positions on issues of concern to the CAC and the community. Read full story
IOLERO’s 2020-2021 Annual Report
ThisNovember edition of IOLERO’s newsletter is dedicated to IOLERO’s 2020-2021Annual Report. As you may have heard, on November 10, Director Navarro wasappointed by Governor Newsom to be a judge of the California Superior Court,County of Sonoma. Read full story
Reminder: Community Advisory Council’s November Meeting
This message is to remind you about the Community AdvisoryCouncil’s (CAC’s) November 1st meeting which will start at 6:00 pm. Read full story
Press Releases
John Alden named as director of Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach
John Alden, a veteran oversight practitioner with more than 13 years of experience leading and managing civilian oversight agencies, has been named director of the Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach (IOLERO). Alden was selected after a successful nationwide recruitment and extensive selection process. Read full story
County of Sonoma, labor groups reach agreement on law enforcement oversight measures
The County of Sonoma and two labor groups representing county law enforcement employees, the Sonoma County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association (DSA) and Sonoma County Law Enforcement Association (SCLEA), announced the finalization of an agreement Thursday to strengthen law enforcement oversight in the county. Read full story
Community feedback solicited for IOLERO Director recruitment process
In March, Sonoma County will launch a nationwide recruitment to select the next director of the county’s Independent Office of Law Enforcement Review and Outreach (IOLERO). Before the search begins, county officials want to allow the public the opportunity to provide input that will help frame the recruitment process. Read full story