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Keynotes is CCSO’s official quarterly magazine, bringing you updates from organization leadership, news from our chapters around the state, vital professional information and more.
Have you seen the latest Keynotes magazine yet? This issue takes a look back at the events of the past year and a look ahead at CCSO's new era under the leadership of President Gilbert Valenzuela. You'll also find our 2026 scholarship application (and the April 30 deadline is fast approaching). In case you missed it, you can read online at ccsonet.org/publication/keynotes!
Posted on Wednesday, April 01, 2026
The CCSO office is closed today as our state observes Farmworkers Day, honoring the dedicated workers who feed our nation, their tireless advocacy for fair pay and safe working conditions, and their vital contributions to the universal struggle for civil and labor rights, dignity and justice for all.
Posted on Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Congratulations to CCSO member CIW Sergeant Marina Holmes, who was honored by the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce as 2026 Supervisor of the Year for her exceptional leadership and contributions to public safety! She was recognized alongside local law enforcement officers, firefighters and other first responders at the Salute to Public Safety Luncheon on March 19. The CIW (A) Chief Deputy Warden proudly presented awards to Sergeant Holmes and to CIW Officer Veronica Veloz, who was named 2026 Employee of the Year. The CIW Honor Guard also participated in the event’s opening ceremony. We applaud Sergeant Holmes, Officer Veloz and their fellow honorees for their outstanding service to their communities!
Posted on Monday, March 30, 2026
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Posted on Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Today is the first day of spring (although in many parts of California, this week’s heat wave has made it feel more like summer)! You might be looking forward to spring break, feeling a bit of spring fever, planning to tackle some spring cleaning or simply enjoying a little extra spring in your step. However you spend this season of hope and renewal, we wish you a happy one.
Posted on Friday, March 20, 2026
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Even if you don't find a four-leaf clover or that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, we hope today brings you a bit of the luck of the Irish and plenty of fun.
Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Our 2026 Conference in L.A. is just over a month away! Don't miss out as members from across California gather at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City April 22-25 to share ideas, network, garner support and socialize. We encourage all chapter presidents to attend! For more info, visit ccsonet.org/annual-conference.
Posted on Friday, March 13, 2026
March is Women's History Month and today is International Women's Day, an opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women worldwide. We are thankful for the many contributions of the female members of our organization and our profession, past, present and future!
Posted on Sunday, March 08, 2026
Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow, so don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour. Whether you love the time change (brighter evenings!) or hate it (losing an hour of sleep!), it’s a fact that your circadian rhythms may be disrupted for several days. Please try to get good rest and plenty of natural light, and be sure to stay alert and safe at work and while driving. Enjoy the extra daylight ahead!
Posted on Saturday, March 07, 2026
Happy birthday to us! 🎂 Today marks the 34th anniversary of the founding of CCSO, and we want to thank all of our members, leaders and partners for helping us achieve this milestone. Your combined participation, dedication and support are what make our organization a success. Here's to many more decades of supervisors representing supervisors!
Posted on Thursday, March 05, 2026
