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‘It takes over your life’: County CEO Carlos Palacios on duty, disaster and the decision to step down
After more than eight years leading Santa Cruz County through disasters, budget battles and political shifts, CEO Carlos ...
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In the Public Interest: The county’s generational shift deepens
Palacios, 63, announced his retirement on Thursday, but has committed to staying on the job until December, giving the county ...
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Santa Cruz County Executive Officer Carlos Palacios to retire in December
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors announced Thursday that County Executive Officer Carlos Palacios will retire at ...
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Editorial | Mike Rotkin’s legacy and the service of Carlos Palacios
This past week came the news of two departures, Mike Rotkin from this life and Carlos Palacios at year’s end from his ...
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Santa Cruz County starts search for new executive officer after Palacio announces retirement
Santa Cruz County supervisors will begin a search for a new top administrator to succeed Carlos Palacios, who is stepping ...
Santa Cruz County CEO Carlos Palacios retiring after decade of leadership
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors announced on June 19 that County Executive Officer Carlos J. Palacios will retire in December 2025, after nearly 10 years of service.