On Jan. 6, Josie Gonzales took the oath of office to become San Bernardino County’s new Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk, having been elected to the position in November.
With her extensive background in public service and community leadership, Gonzales is poised to bring innovation, integrity and dedication to her new role.
Gonzales brings a wealth of experience in local government, having worked in various capacities to support San Bernardino County residents. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to ensuring transparency, improving access to services and supporting the needs of residents. Her leadership will be pivotal as the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s office continues its important work in maintaining accurate property records and ensuring fair and equitable assessments for all residents.
“I am truly honored to serve as Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk for our community,” Gonzales said. “I look forward to working with my dedicated team to continue enhancing the services we provide, improving transparency, and ensuring that all residents are treated with fairness and respect.”
As Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk, Gonzales will oversee the valuation of property, the maintenance of property records, and the facilitation of vital services such as document recording, birth, death, and marriage certificates, and more. Her vision for the office is focused on modernizing processes, making services more accessible to the public, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
Gonzales is committed to building on the office’s legacy of excellence and ensuring that all residents benefit from fair and equitable services.
“I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Chris Wilhite for his professional leadership and service as Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk,” Gonzales said. “His dedication to the office and the community during this time of transition has been invaluable.”
Chris Wilhite was appointed by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 6, 2022, to a special two-year term following the unexpected passing of Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Bob Dutton.
For more information about the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s office, please visit arc.sbcounty.gov.
About Josie Gonzales:
Josie Gonzales is a lifetime resident of San Bernardino County and continues to be an advocate for her community. As a former county supervisor, she has been dedicated to public service and to improving the lives of all residents. In her new role as Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk, she is focused on bringing fresh perspectives, streamlining processes, and providing transparent and accessible services to the community.