PRESS RELEASE

The County of Yolo’s Chief Administrative Officer, Gerardo Pinedo, has announced two strategic appointments intended to enhance natural resource conservation and community-wide initiatives across Yolo County. These appointments underscore the county's commitment to providing resident-centric governance and improving the quality of life for all who call Yolo County 'home'.

"We are extremely fortunate and appreciative of the outstanding leadership at our Board of Supervisors in support of a culture promoting high quality organizational development and excellent customer service across all county departments. It is thanks to very strong support from Chair Lucas Frerichs and the entire Board of Supervisors that we are able to attract, promote, and retain highly qualified professionals to work across all levels of county government," said Yolo County’s Chief Administrative Officer Gerardo Pinedo.

Sabrina Snyder joins the County Administrator’s Office from her previous role as a Natural Resources Planner with the Yolo County Department of Community Services. With a strong academic foundation from California State University, Sacramento, and deep roots in Yolo County's agricultural community, Snyder brings a wealth of experience in natural resource conservation and invasive species management. Her achievements include pioneering a Landscape Assistance Program, which supported the installation of water-saving landscapes for community members with disabilities, and leading outreach efforts for water conservation and aquatic invasive species prevention programs. Snyder is eager to leverage her skills to advance local sustainability efforts and ensure sustainable practices for future generations within her new role as a Senior Management Analyst.

The County Administrator's Office is also pleased to announce the appointment of Angelica Duarte to the fiscal management team. Raised in Yolo County, Angelica Duarte brings a deep connection to the community and valuable experience from her six-year tenure with the Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures. Her previous role has equipped her with extensive knowledge in administrative and accounting procedures, fiscal management strategies, and a profound understanding of local agricultural. She is a graduate of California State University, Sacramento. Angelica is enthusiastic about contributing to the County Administrator’s Office’s team and looks forward to supporting Yolo County’s financial administration.  Key among Angelica’s responsibilities will be the identification of program efficiencies and the implementation of cost-saving initiatives to further protect valuable local taxpayer dollars.

Through these appointments, the County Administrator’s Office is furthering Yolo County’s mission of making a difference in the lives of Yolo County residents by enhancing the quality of life of our community.

For more information about these appointments and the County Administrator's Office, please visit www.YoloCounty.gov/CAO or call (530) 666-8150.